About Us

Lisa Enriquez believes a simple truth: Education saves lives.

As Founder and President of WE HIKE Adventure, Lisa leads a volunteer-powered nonprofit dedicated to outdoor safety education, youth preparedness, and community engagement in El Paso and the Chihuahuan Desert region. Since 2023, WE HIKE has contributed more than 35,000 volunteer hours and supported over 315 events, connecting people with opportunities to learn, prepare, and explore safely.

For Lisa, those milestones represent more than numbers. They reflect teens building confidence on and off the trail, families learning to prepare before emergencies happen, and community members gaining the knowledge to recognize and respond to the risks of extreme heat and desert conditions. She is committed to making outdoor education and recreation more accessible to people of all ages and abilities.

Whether she’s organizing safety workshops, leading outreach events, or bringing the El Paso community together on the trail every year, Lisa’s core focus remains the same: ensuring every adventurer gets the education they need to return home safely.

Learn. Explore. Prepare. Return Home Safely.

Juan Enriquez holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and has dedicated more than 26 years to educating students as an elementary school teacher with the El Paso Independent School District. A lifelong El Pasoan, Juan brings experience in education, a passion for lifelong learning, and a strong connection to the community he serves.

Outside the classroom, Juan enjoys comics, hiking, reading, and traveling. His interests reflect his appreciation for discovery, creativity, and exploration, values that align with WE HIKE Adventure’s commitment to outdoor education and community connection.

Born and raised in El Paso, Danielle D’Ascenzo spent more than two decades in Colorado as an educator, serving as both a teacher and principal with a strong focus on literacy, educational equity, and youth empowerment. Her career reflects a commitment to learning, inclusion, and helping individuals reach their full potential.

Her love of the outdoors eventually brought her back to the El Paso region, where she combines her passion for nature and youth development with WE HIKE Adventure’s mission of outdoor safety education, accessibility, and community connection. Danielle brings her educational leadership experience and dedication to inclusive learning to her role as Secretary, helping support the organization’s continued growth.

Iris is a business professional and the owner of Frontera Notary EP, offering mobile notary and tax preparation services across El Paso. With a Bachelor’s in Business Marketing, she also leads youth entrepreneurship programs that empower creativity and confidence. Her commitment to community engagement and empowerment aligns with WE HIKE’s mission of connecting people through meaningful experiences.

Bonnie Thomas is a Registered Nurse and Nurse Case Manager at the El Paso Psychiatric Center, bringing experience in healthcare and a commitment to supporting individual well-being. Her professional background complements WE HIKE Adventure’s focus on outdoor safety education, healthy lifestyles, and community connection.

An avid walker and outdoor enthusiast, Bonnie enjoys gardening, biking, and spending time with her dogs. She is passionate about staying active, caring for the land, and promoting environmental stewardship. Through WE HIKE, Bonnie shares her appreciation for nature and supports efforts to help others enjoy the outdoors responsibly while protecting the places that bring communities together.