Board of Directors

Board Vice President 

Brenda is a 1988 graduate of Webb High School, Reedsburg. Brenda and her husband Wes currently reside in Cazenovia, WI. She enjoys spending time outdoors hiking, kayaking, and camping along with biking, swimming, and running. Also enjoys sewing, doing crafts and spending time in their garden.

For thirteen years, Brenda was part of the Reedsburg VetFest Committee that put on a running/walking event each year in April raising money for area veteran organizations, Badger Honor Flights, and a local high school scholarship. She was also part of committee that has put  on the S'mores Trail Run at Mirror Lake State Park in October and a part of a group that makes quilts that are given to area veterans as part of the Weston School veterans program.

Brenda became active as part of SOAC by reaching out to Gary Williams and asking about going on a trip with the kids to Mirror Lake to see what the organization and trips were all about. She has been actively involved with the organization as a trip leader and board member since then.

Brenda believes that if you’re looking for a way for your child to be active, be part of the great outdoors, get to learn and try new things and meet new people, then SOAC is a wonderful way for that to happen.

Board Treasurer

Finance Committee Chair 

Mike Rocha has been teaching since 1991 and has worked in schools in five states. He has been a teacher at Sacred Heart School here in Reedsburg for the past 18 of those years. Prior to becoming a teacher, he spent several summers as a camp counselor in the St. Louis area and was involved in their school camp program.  He and his wife, Ann, have three children who are strong, good looking and above average.  

Board Member 

A lifelong resident of Reedsburg, I grew up hiking and enjoying the outdoors with my family.  I became acquainted with SOAC in the 1990's when my daughter participated in the camping trips with Gary.  Now my grandchildren are participating both as campers and youth leaders.  I received my Wisconsin Master Naturalist certification in 2025 and enjoy sharing my knowledge and appreciation of the outdoors with kids.  I especially enjoy leading the kayaking field trips! It's great to see the kids gaining confidence on the water and learning about water safety. 

Board Member 

Equipment Committee Chair

My name is Anthony Iannece and I am one of the newest board members to SOAC. I am currently the science and social studies teacher for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade at Sacred Heart School. Originally from New York, I have been living in Wisconsin for over 10 years. My wife, Alicia, and I have 4 beautiful children and 2 wonderful dogs. Since living in Wisconsin I have acquired a great appreciation for the outdoors. Whether it's hiking, fishing, or camping, my family and I like to spend a lot of time with nature.

My goal and hope for participating with SOAC is to give these kids great experiences and help them develop a lifelong appreciation for everything outdoors.

 I have been a part of SOAC trips since 2022, right before my 6th-grade year. During my first two years as a camper, I learned to enjoy and respect nature. Then I was invited to be an assistant leader, where I developed leadership skills while still participating in camper activities. Now, as a leader I still enjoy all the same activities on these trips while also guiding the next generation to love nature just as I do. Outside of the summer trips, I enjoy cycling, fishing, and anything outdoors. I am also in the Reedsburg Area High School Class of 2029.