2025 OSI Interns
Eban Daniels
Eban Daniels, from Falmouth, Maine, is a student at the University of Maine, majoring in Ecology & Environmental Sciences with a minor in Outdoor Leadership. He is an aspiring leader in outdoor recreation, an environmental steward, and has a deep passion for connecting with people in his community. He enjoys adventures and has a wide range of experience in mountain sports, ranging from rock climbing to backcountry skiing to ice climbing. One of his main goals is to become a guide and start his own outdoor recreation business. Some values he carries are the importance of sustainability, education, and the well-being of his peers. Throughout his life, Eban has always maintained an enthusiastic and optimistic outlook on life.
Mackenzie Friel
Mackenzie is one of the Outdoor Sport Institute’s interns for this summer! Kenzie is from the Katahdin region, Millinocket being her hometown. She is currently pursuing a degree in Health and Physical Education with a minor in Outdoor Recreation at Northern Michigan University. Kenzie sees the outdoors as a space that fosters a connection to both self and community and is passionate about sharing this experience with local youth. Seeing the development of these programs in the past few years has her stoked to get started with the summer!
Bence Rosenberg
Bence Rosenberg is a junior at the University of Maine where he is pursuing degrees in Political Science, and Parks, Recreation, and Tourism, as well as a minor in Outdoor Leadership. His experience in the outdoors is extensive. His experience in the outdoors is extensive with much of it coming from his roles as an outdoor educator at the Maine Bound Adventure Center. Spending his free time backcountry skiing, rock climbing, and backpacking he has learned the importance of building a community that is stoked and motivated on getting outside. Originally from Beautiful New Jersey, he is excited to spend his summer in Millinocket connecting with a new place that holds so much potential.
Joe Daniels
Joe Daniels is completing his degree in Outdoor Recreation Leadership and Management at Northern Michigan University in Marquette, Michigan. A native of Stevens Point, Wisconsin, Joe has started building his professional outdoor resume by working as a sea kayak guide and on a conservation crew in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Joe’s journey in the outdoors began through Scouting America. Over the years, he earned the rank of Eagle Scout and was recognized as a Vigil Honor Member of the Order of the Arrow; achievements that reflect his commitment to leadership and service. These early experiences sparked a deep connection to the outdoors and community that continues to grow. Joe brings enthusiasm, curiosity, and a growing skillset to every outdoor endeavor. His interests range from canoeing and backcountry camping to his newest pursuit, mountain biking. He is excited to continue learning and leading in ways that help others connect with nature and build confidence through shared adventure.
