Wally Pearson joined the NTN board in 2021 and currently serves as Board President, driven by a deep appreciation for the visionary founders who shaped Marquette’s exceptional trail system. He works closely with fellow board members, community partners, and landowners to protect and expand access to outdoor recreation for generations to come. An avid cyclist, skier, and fly fisher, Wally treasures moments like a sunrise ski down Talladega with a red fox leading the way. He sees NTN’s role as both a privilege and a responsibility—ensuring continued stewardship of the trails that enrich our quality of life.

Tracy Goble has served on the NTN board since 2019 and currently holds the role of Vice President, bringing her background as a semi-retired environmental engineer to support the organization’s mission. She enjoys Nordic skiing, trail running, mountain biking, and exploring the trails with her family—while also lending a hand grooming the Saux Head Trails. Tracy values the variety NTN offers and is proud to contribute to a trail system that connects people to the natural beauty of the Upper Peninsula. She considers it an honor to help carry forward the legacy of outdoor recreation that NTN has built for both residents and visitors.

William Nolan has served on the NTN board since 2019 and currently holds the role of Treasurer, helping guide the organization’s financial stewardship. A dedicated trail runner and father, William spends much of his time on the trails or chasing after his two kids. One of his favorite memories is hiking Powell Peak with his family during peak fall colors, and he’s especially fond of Porky Pine Pass. He sees land access as a key challenge for trail networks and is committed to ensuring the long-term sustainability of trail opportunities in the region.

John Yonkers is currently serving as Secretary. John’s Board Member role focuses on providing legal counsel and strategic advice to the organization, bringing a thoughtful, analytic mindset and a passion for outdoor recreation to the NTN community. John is a partner in an area law firm and works additionally as a cycling coach.

Michael Brunet joined the NTN board around 2006, originally compelled by the City’s 2004 purchase of the Heartwood Forest land and the opportunity to help shape its future. He now serves as South Trails Coordinator, focusing on trail building and system planning, with a deep love for riding Bertha and Zueg’s, and helping bring events like the Fall Enduro to life. When asked how he spends time away from NTN, he simply replies, “Time away? I don’t understand.” With too many favorite trail memories to list, Michael remains focused on one big challenge ahead: securing lasting trail access for the future.

Rachel Chase joined the board in 2026 and is committed to helping keep the trail network accessible, welcoming, and valued as a cherished community asset. She has more than 15 years of experience as a management consultant and Director of Mergers & Acquisitions, with a background spanning nonprofit work, quality, operational excellence, and highly regulated industries. As a board member, Rachel offers a practical, systems-minded approach to strengthening community engagement, supporting thoughtful stewardship, and helping the trail network continue to grow sustainably. She believes the trail network creates value for the community through recreation, connection, events, tourism, and economic impact.

Adam Cornette joined the NTN board in May 2023, bringing his skills in mapping, marketing, and public relations to support the trail network he deeply values. As the owner of Flagstaff Bicycle Revolution and a substitute art teacher, Adam balances creative work with a passion for trail running, mountain biking, and Nordic skate skiing. His favorite adventures are with his oldest child, Kensington, especially on Upper and Lower Zueg’s. Motivated by a desire to help preserve and expand Marquette’s world-class trails, Adam sees board service as a way to protect access and strengthen relationships with landowners for future generations.

Steve joined NTN’s board in summer 2026. Whether mostly riding or sometimes running, Steve is an avid year-round trail user who deeply appreciates the rugged beauty, challenge, and sense of community found on the Marquette trail system. Originally a flatlander, you'll find him these days riding laps on Zueg's with his three boys, sharing the trails that have become such an important part of his family's life. Steve spends his indoor time specializing in fundraising technology for nonprofits, and he’s excited to bring his experience in CRM strategy, nonprofit ops, and fundraising tech to support NTN and its mission. Steve looks forward to contributing both his professional expertise and personal passion to help advance NTN's long standing commitment to trail advocacy, access preservation, community engagement, and responsible stewardship—ensuring these incredible trail experiences remain available for generations of riders, runners, and outdoor enthusiasts to come!

Abby Mouch (Potts) joined the board in 2026, inspired to give back to the trails that helped form her sense of self and find her community. You’ll find her on the trails in all seasons as a Nordic skier, trail runner, and mountain biker. Abby has formed many of her close friendships on the trails in Marquette and believes that they are an invaluable community asset for health and happiness. She hopes to inspire inclusivity and belonging on the trails and treating our trails like the treasure they are. Abby brings a conservation-minded background as a biologist to inform goals for a sustainable and thriving trail system. 

Keri O'Keefe joined the NTN Board of Directors in 2026, bringing professional experience in nonprofit communications, marketing, and public relations. An avid year-round trail user, she and her family chose to make Marquette home because of the opportunity to build a life centered on the outdoors, made possible by NTN's stewardship of the trail network. Keri is passionate about protecting and sustaining the trails for future generations so that more children and families discover the joy, connection, and sense of belonging that come from spending time outside. She can often be found hiking, biking, running, and Nordic skiing NTN trails with her husband and two daughters.

Jason Rolling serves on the NTN board as the Noquemanon Ski Marathon Director, bringing a unique blend of athletic, military, and professional experience to the organization. A former U.S. Biathlete and decorated military veteran with over 24 years of service, Jason has worked around the globe supporting engineering and combat operations. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Exercise Science from Northern Michigan University and currently works as a wealth advisor. Jason lives in Negaunee with his two children and remains deeply connected to the outdoor community.

Michael Sauer has served on the NTN board since 2007. Michael was building trails in Marquette even before the organization formally existed. A strong advocate for trail development and protection, he believes trails are a vital community asset that give back in countless ways. His involvement with NTN has supported both personal and professional growth, all while advancing a mission he deeply values. Michael enjoys sailing on Lake Superior, bikepacking, and spending time at camp—one of his favorite memories is organizing a lantern-lit ski at the Fit Strip, a magical winter night that brought the trail community together in a big way.

Lyle Vanderschaaf serves on the NTN board as the North Trails Coordinator, where he contributes to trail building, maintenance, grooming, and long-term planning. An Emergency Physician by day, Lyle spends his free time mountain biking, Nordic skiing, fat biking, hiking, and exploring the trails with his favorite adventure partners—his kids (when they’re patient enough to wait for him). His favorite trail is Zueg’s, and he's passionate about keeping the trails thriving for the whole community. As he puts it simply, “I love trails and outdoor activities.”