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V O L . X X I X N O. X V I I A U G U S T 7 , 2 0 2 3 28 women in this sport really are — fierce, professional and amazing athletes. It was a big decision. But I knew that I had the right team to move forward. MB: Tell us about the Axewomen Pathfinder Program. AW: We are incredibly proud of our AxeWomen Pathfinder Program. is is a way for women who per- haps didn't grow up working in the woods or who didn't attend a college with a woodsman's team to step into our sport and train and learn from world champions. We meet so many women who have natural talent in log rolling or axe throwing, for example, but they never had the chance to compete. All of our Pathfinders, as well as all of the women on our team, are carefully considered. ey are all strong role models and amazing women! MB: What is one thing you hope women and young girls take from Axewomen? AW: Do what makes you happy. Work hard, train hard and enjoy what you do regardless of whether or not you're the only girl in the room. MB: How do you mentor young team members? AW: Growing our sport is incredibly important to me. I love any chance I get to teach a new skill. Having an entire team of world champions, world record holders and collegiate champions makes that job super easy. Every single one of our team members is always ready and willing to offer advice, help with techniques or just keep a helpful eye on things. We are always learning and perfecting our skills with the help of all the women on the team. A l e x i s W e l l s , M a i n e b i z s t a f f w r i t e r , c a n b e r e a c h e d a t a w e l l s @ m a i n e b i z . b i z Finding an innovative healthcare solution when you feel like you're at the end of the road. Alliant is changing how healthcare is delivered by finding ways to reduce costs and taking on a new status quo. Don't just renew an old problem with your company's employee benefits — blaze a new trail. John Perry Vice President (207) 595-2203 John.Perry@alliant.com alliant.com » C O N T I N U E D F RO M P R E V I O U S PA G E P H O T O S / M I C H A E L W E T H E R B E E Alissa Wetherbee started AxeWomen Loggers of Maine in 2010. I knew that I wanted to show exactly what the women in this sport really are — fierce, professional and amazing athletes.