J.D. Zaremba

​​JD | Co-Founder, Lead Educator
JD is the Co-Founder and a Lead Teacher of We Think Outside Foundation. He has spent a lifetime exploring the outdoors, turning his passion for nature and learning into a community space where everyone can grow. As a serial entrepreneur, JD has started and grown many successful businesses accross many industries. He knows how to turn a wild idea into a thriving reality, and he brings that same energy into his teaching every single day.JD's talents do not stop at the trail's end. He is an accomplished bowhunter, fisherman, snowboarder, and mountain biker who truly lives the adventure lifestyle. He is also an award-winning chef, vintner, and distiller, bringing celebrated flavour and craft mastery to the kitchen, the vineyard, and the distillery. Whether he is coaching someone on the snow, guiding an archer's aim, navigating a bike trail, or crafting an award-winning meal and beverage pairing, JD connects deeply with the people around him. He believes that curiosity is the key to learning, and his goal is to make every student feel safe, capable, and excited to explore.His unique coaching style blends patient guidance with a playful wit. He uses humour to break the ice and build instant comfort, meeting every student exactly where they are. Through true mentorship at We Think Outside Foundation, JD does more than just teach outdoor skills. He builds lasting confidence and inspires a deep, lifelong respect for our natural surroundings.