Gayle grew up in Bloomington, MN. She graduated from UW-Stout and went on to live in several places until she returned to Minnesota in 2000. Gayle has a passion for horse ministry and has volunteered at HIS Haven Ranch in LeCenter, MN. She has been involved in the churches she has attended mostly in administration and music ministry. She moved from Northfield, MN to NYA a year ago because her 3 daughters and 6 grandchildren live in this area. She enjoys camping, exploring, hiking, and bicycling. Gayle has been to all the state parks in Minnesota and has started on the Wisconsin and Iowa state parks. She would love to start on the national parks soon.