Join Wild Gift’s annual picnic to celebrate the incredible community that makes our programs possible! This year’s gathering coincides with the return of the 2025 Fellows from their 18-day backpacking trek through the Boulder-White Clouds. Hear their powerful stories, connect with fellow changemakers, and enjoy a relaxed afternoon at beautiful Atkinson Park in Ketchum.
📍 Atkinson Park, Ketchum, Idaho
📅 Saturday, September 6, 2025
🕒 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM MT
Event Agenda:
3:00–3:20 | Welcome & Refreshments
Settle in with refreshments and enjoy time with Fellows, board members, and the Wild Gift community.
3:20–3:30 | Opening Words
A short welcome from Cassidy Cichowicz, Executive Director, on the power of Wild Gift and the community behind it.
3:30–4:00 | Meet the 2025 Fellows
Hear directly from our 2025 Fellows as they about their social and environmental impact start-ups and inspirations from the 18-day trek.
4:00–4:10 | Where We're Headed
Lisa Curtis, Board President, shares a snapshot of Wild Gift’s current direction and the momentum we’re building together.
4:10–4:20 | Invitation to Keep the Flame Burning
Closing thoughts and call to action from Cassidy and Wild Gift Founder Bob Jonas: how we carry this work forward as a community.
4:20–5:00 | Community Time
Stick around for informal mingling: ask Fellows your questions connect with members of the community.
5:00–6:00 | BBQ
Join us in the BBQ area for brats, drinks, and more connection!
All Wild Gift community members, and anyone interested in learning more about our wilderness-based leadership program, are warmly invited.
Please RSVP:
Questions? Reach out to info@wildgift.org
