Gil's love for adventure inspired him to build Challenge Masters Inc.; an adventure education company that provides portable ropes course equipment and training. Mr. Chapa is an internationally recognized adventure education facilitator and trainer whose expertise has been sought throughout the U.S. and in more than 12 countries.

Gil’s experience spans over thirty years. He holds degrees in Education Administration, Business Management and Graduate work in Guidance & Counseling. After fifteen years in the field of Adventure Education his passion renews each time he works with others and nurtures their success.

His adventure education background includes facilitator training with Washington State University and Project Adventure. He was a Chief Instructor with Outward Bound and has facilitated workshops and trainings in Taiwan, Singapore and Kuala Lumpur and Palau. He continues to develop and facilitate youth leadership programs. He co-authored Challenge Master’s Adventure Curriculum,

Gil’s infectious love for play and funn*, his knowledge and expertise in the field, his attention to detail and his ability to help others celebrate their value makes him a favorite facilitator. Gil Chapa continues to be called back and referred to with highest regard.

*functional understanding not necessary – Karl Rohnke

Nancy Nelson

Nancy’s penchant for play and learning has led her from her B.S. in physical education, to teaching certifications in three states, trainings in several areas of interest and almost 100 units of graduate coursework. She is a veteran teacher in classroom subjects and physical education. She has worked with learners from preschool through beyond high school; and with general, special and alternative students. She has given presentations and workshops to her colleagues in a variety of venues.

Her training in adventure education began with a series of staff development workshops in 1995.

Other trainings include:

· Adventure Education - Challenge Masters - Entry and Advanced Facilitation

· High Five – Advanced Facilitation

· Character Education Facilitation - CHARACTER COUNTS

· Facilitation; and Leadership - Scherer Yeoll Group- Leadership Development Intensive .

Nancy works and plays in adventure education through teaching, trainings, facilitations and workshops. She creates applications to anti-bullying, anti-drug education, health and physical education. She has co-authored Challenge Masters Adventure Curriculum.

Her awards of recognition are:

· INTCE - Community of Learners – 1992

· LPOSD – Teacher of the Month – 1993

· Wal Mart- Regional Teacher of the Year – 2003

· Numerica Credit Union – School Champion-2006

Nancy’s work reflects her passion and drive to make a positive difference in the lives of others. She knows, first hand, the power of adventure education and how it impacts growth in social, emotional and intellectual development.

Bill is a man of many talents. He began working with Challenge Masters in 2001. His initial duties were in our production department. His innovative ideas gained the attention of our design department .We appreciate his contributions and the pride he takes in his work. We never know what he will create next!

Bill also manages our packaging and shipping department. When you receive one of our kits, chances are it will have been be packaged by Bill. Thanks, Bill!