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Russel "Holly" Hollenbeck Owner, aka "Boss" |
Lisa Hollenbeck Owner, aka "Boss Lady" |
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Holly and Lisa pilot this good ship Alpine, but they know that the wind in her sails comes from the hard work of their outfitters and their support staff. Take a moment to get to know your local outfitters and sneak a peak past the "Employees Only" door to meet the buyers, marketers and other behind the scenes characters. Choose a category below: |
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Angie BonoStore Manager - Head Reindeer in Charge - Certified Pedorthist and the shoe guru. AKA: The BOSS! Alpiner since: 1999 Bonus: Certified Pedorthist and Joy Coordinator Favorite place to "Get Outside Yourself:" Cave Springs on the Current River or anywhere she can take her three Schnauzers (Wolfie, Boo Ninny, and Dirty Gerty) to go Morel hunting. Secret Hobby: Making eclectic "wind chimes" Favorite Book: "The Stand" by Steven King Favorite Gear:
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Eric EvansAssistant Manager - Kirkwood Events Coordinator - SUP & Kayak Instructor Alpiner since: 2014 Bonus:
Favorite place to "Get Outside Yourself:" I love to paddle smaller rivers and my favorite hike is Hawn State Park, but the Lewis and Clark Trails are a close second. What's Your Passion? My passions in life are many! Music is probably first as far as activities go. I've been playing bass guitar since I was 13 years old. I've played in several bands and have travelled all over the country playing music. I can thank my brothers for getting me into playing at a young age. The three of us actually had a band together for a while, which was really special to me. I also have a love for paddling. Any kind really, but I prefer kayaking, canoeing, and SUPing (especially with my daughter). I like to hike all over in pretty much any weather. Favorite Book: "Scar Tissue" by Anthony Kiedis Favorite Gear: |
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Teri RudelicAssistant Manager in charge of operations Alpiner since: 2015 Bonus: Competed and finished in the MR340 for the last 2 years! Favorite place to "Get Outside Yourself:" Believe it or not my favorite place to "Get Outside Myself" is my 4 mile trek to and from work. I love getting up early to walk to work and unwinding at the end of the day walking home. Where'd you learn to love the outdoors? I am from Louisville (Lou-a-vul), KY. I grew up one mile from Churchill Downs but spent weekends and vacations on the Ohio River at our cabin in Hanover, IN. What do you do when you're not "getting outside yourself'? I love reading, cooking and spending time with my family and 8 grandkids. Favorite Book: "Lonesome Dove" by Larry McMurty Favorite Gear: |
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Marcus MillerBike Shop Manager Alpiner since: 2015 Bonus: Former Wilderness First Responder What's your passion? My passion would have to be Mountain Biking, Skiing, and Back Country Camping. I engage in all of these activities at least once a year. My brother moving to Colorado almost 10 years and me visiting all the time got me into the Mountain type activities. Also, a family trip to Lake Tahoe in the winter starting around the same time really got me into skiing. I enjoy being outside and having a job that revolves around that. Learning and engaging with all the different outdoor brands is a great interest to me. Where'd you learn to love the outdoors? I am from Ballwin, Missouri, a small township within St. Louis County. I have access to great mountain biking in the area with places including but not limited to Castlewood State Park, Greensfelder Conservation Area, and the Zombies Trail at Rock Hollow. Favorite Book: Arc'teryx brand catalog ;) Favorite Gear: |
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Beth RutledgeAccessories Area Coordinator - Outfitter - Supplier of Supreme Baked Goods Alpiner since: 2012 Bonus: Scout leader for 17 years Favorite place to "Get Outside Yourself:" My absolute favorite place to hike is in Colorado but, around here, I think my favorite long hike is at Hawn State Park. It almost feels like Colorado with the pines and the rock. What's your passion? I like resetting my soul in the outdoors. It sometimes takes a really long hike to get my psyche back to a normal level. I also like kayaking but am by no means an expert! What do you do when you're not "getting outside yourself'? I am a musician by education and still teach private flute and classical voice lessons. I also do stained glass, quilting and sew. Favorite Book: "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë Favorite Gear:
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Sye ShahArea Coordinator - Outfitter Alpiner since: 2015 Bonus: Knows 9 different languages What's your passion? Love to hike, basketball, mostly spending time with my kids. Originally from Wilmington North Carolina, obviously love the beach and great seafood. What's your favorite place to "Get Outside Yourself? The Blue Ridge Parkway. Favorite Book: "Touching the Void" by Joe Simpson Favorite Gear: |
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Joseph BeckerjeckAssistant Manager / Training Manager Alpiner since: 2014 What's your passion? I'm passionate about pretty much all sports. I played volleyball in high school and I still play in a weekly sand league. I've also ran a half marathon. Favorite place to "Get Outside Yourself"? I have to go with Breckenridge, CO. The mountains are so calming and it's a great place to go off the grid for a while. Favorite book? Harry Potter! I go back and read them every year! Favorite Gear: |
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Hannah MillerAssistant Manager, Area Coordinator Liaison Alpiner since: 2020 What's your passion? My biggest passion is wildlife conservation and education! My dream job would be doing behavioral research and observation with primates. Luckily, being outside and helping protect our wildlife is something I get to teach people every day at the Alpine Shop. Favorite place to "Get Outside Yourself"? Red River Gorge, Kentucky. Nothing feels better than being surrounded by the deciduous forests and limestone valleys of Kentucky. Favorite book? The Road by Cormac McCarthy Favorite Gear: |
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Danny BoyceArea Coordinator - Men's outerwear Alpiner since: 2019 What is your dream adventure? IOne day soon I hope to take The Blue Train. This is a legendary train that runs in South Africa between Pretoria and Cape Town. It is a 1600 km journey through some of the most breathtaking scenery the world has to offer. Favorite place to "Get Outside Yourself"? IFor close and convenient day trips I will go and disappear out at Innsbrook. Favorite book? Balanced Accountability: Leadership Secrets to Win Hearts and Maximize Performance By Hernani Alves Favorite Gear: |
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Joe StryjewskiBike Mechanic - All-around good guy Alpiner since: 2005 Bonus:
What's your favorite place to "Get Outside Yourself? Bash Bish Falls Favorite Book: "The Stinky Cheese Man" by Scieszka Outdoor Meet-up Groups:
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Deb MackOutfitter Alpiner since: 2018 Bonus:
What's your favorite place to "Get Outside Yourself? Usually in my garden. Dream Adventure: A long vacation in Banff. Maybe a couple of weeks to get lost in the mountains. Favorite Book: I love maps, especially old ones. |
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