Our Staff
Joel Harrison
A native of Idaho, began his love of cross-country skiing in the USSA program. He continued as a collegiate skier, eventually becoming the Jr. National Biathlon Champion in 1987 and 1989. Since moving to Hayward he has competed in many area events and has worked at New Moon dealing with every facet of the ski industry. "I love to encourage families to play outside."
Chris Young
Originally from the Chicago suburbs, started out as a USSA alpine racer, collegiate ski captain and coach. Later, he began Nordic skiing and racing, fell in love with the sport and joined the staff of New Moon in 1996. "If you need that one-in-a-million oddball ski pole or binding part, ring me up. It's attention to the little details that often makes for an enjoyable Birkie, or any other ski outing. We like to sweat the details around here, so you don't have to."
Kristy Harrison
New Moon's hometown gal. She met Joel while attending college and has quite an extensive cross country skiing background, including being coached on the Hayward High School XC ski team by New Moon founder Steve Morales. After spending time out west, Joel and Kristy and family moved back to Hayward. Kristy has assumed the bookkeeping duties around—much to everybody's relief. Even though we all love what we do, we still like getting a paycheck!
Judith Young
After a 13-year career in public relations, graphic design and journalism, Judy joined the New Moon staff in 2005 to undertake the huge responsibility of advertising, inventory and customer service. A casual classic skier, Judy mostly enjoys the trails during her time as support crew for the many friends/participants who need a bottle or feed handed up during area races. "It's so great to be able to help someone find the right item, something just perfect for exactly what they want to do. And to hear back from them later or see them in the store around Birkie time — that's just the best!"
Marcia
After 20 years of teaching and coaching at the high school and college level, Marcia settled in Hayward full-time because it enabled her addiction to Nordic skiing, mountain biking, kayaking and hiking. With 25 American Birkebeiners under her belt, she enjoys helping others pursue the challenge and joy of cross country skiing. She developed a Nordic program for both her high school and university programs and now brings that enthusiasm to New Moon. Favorite time to ski and kayak is under a full moon! We’re so glad to have Marcia on board!
Eric
When he's not spending time being the Snail Guy, Eric is one of New Moon's resident experts on ski and roller ski fit and instruction. A long time resident of Northwest Wisconsin, he has taught all over the country and has experience teaching and fitting skiers of all ages and abilities. "I enjoy sharing my love of skiing so that other people can have fun outside in the winter." Read more about Eric's service to the Hayward community in this article published in the Sawyer County Record, February 2007.
Garrott
New Moon is so fortunate to have U.S. Olympian Garrott Kuzzy on our staff. After graduating from Middlebury College in Vermont, Garrott has gone on to ski with the CXC team and the US Ski Team winning podium spots in the US National 30 km pursuit and 50 km Marathon, a top 10 finish at the 2008 World Cup Sprints and representing the US in the 2010 Olympics in Vancouver. If you stop by the shop when Garrott is here, count yourself lucky and take advantage of his expertise and wealth of knowledge. Truly one of the nicest guys on skis!
John
Our resident European, John – A.K.A. John the Dane – brings an amazing knowledge of skis and ski equipment as well as a bit of culture to the New Moon staff. His extraordinary technical skills ensure that your skis are prepared precisely the way you want them for the conditions you ski in. We don't get to see John much in the summer, as he does beautiful landscaping throughout the area, but once the snow flies, he comes back to the Moon – ready for the ski season!
Julie
New Moon's shipping lady extraordinaire. We take pride in getting your orders out the day you call, and that means up to 120 packages each day over the holiday season – a lot for only 2 shipping staff. Honestly, we think Julie is as close to a miracle worker as you can get. She checks in stock, keeps up with inventory, and gets items ready for the sales floor in addition to getting your orders out the door. "I like sending packages out over the holidays. Each package could be a gift and when the recipient opens it, that package could just make his or her day."
Judy K.
Retired in May 2007 from a 32-year career as teacher and director of a parent cooperative preschool. The day after she retired, Judy and her husband, Jim, left Green Bay to move to their northwoods home on Lake Namakagon. After some months of settling in, Judy decided to come out of retirement to work part-time in New Moon’s shipping department and on the sales floor. She and her husband raised three sons who are competitive skiers/bikers – Tim, Casey & Ryan (all also part of the New Moon Family). The whole family helped start the Ashwaubenon H.S./M.S. Nordic Ski Team back in 1998. "We’ve enjoyed coaching, cheering, feeding, accommodating, adopting and photographing the numerous athletes who have joined our boys over the years and who continue to return to our northwoods home when they need a place to stay." Quite often, Judy can be seen with a camera or two around her neck at ski and bike races…so be sure to SMILE!
Nancy
Nancy moved to Hayward from the East Coast several years ago and was talked into working in the office by her daughter and son-in-law, Judy and Chris. Even though there wasn't much snow back home, she loves the cold wintry weather up here. And, not only does she use her fantastic office skills to help us out, she also isn't against a little time in the back room getting the clothes ready for the floor. Thanks, Mom!
Don
How did an avid golfer, jazz fanatic and 2-Time World Champion Barefoot Waterskier come to work at New Moon? Well, when your neighbor is Chris Young, you don't have much of a choice. Don became interested in cycling after going on a few rides with Chris, and boy, was he hooked! Now a card-carrying bike mehanic here at the Moon, we're hoping to get him on some skis soon. Don's a great addition to the shop and loves to talk biking. His favorite ride is 50 to 70 miles on a super hot day, decked out in his typical (cool!) black attire. Give him a wave if you see him out and about!
Debbie
Helping customers make the most of their R&R time is Debbie's specialty. Whether you want a bike, trail information, clothing specs, rental reservations, even restaurant advice! Originally from Connecticut, she came to Hayward by way of Florida and Ohio and settled in the Hayward area because of the relaxing pace of life we have to offer here in the Northwoods. Before working at New Moon, Debbie was the Recreation Director at Telemark Resort where she was in charge of a host of activities to help visitors enjoy the outdoors. She continues to do just that right here. Her expertise is invaluable, and we're lucky to have her on the front lines here at the Moon!
