Rae in the real world
Rae loves adventure and will happily consider invitations to speak, give readings, lead discussions, or offer workshops in a variety of settings, both indoors and out.
Drawing on her experience as a retired professor, author, and the world’s oldest woman highliner, Rae speaks about fear, aging, reinvention, balance, and faith. Her presentations combine storytelling, humor, reflection, and scenes from the world of highlining and outdoor adventure.
Rae enjoys
tailoring presentations, workshops, and discussions for particular audiences and settings.
Possible Talks & Workshops
Topics Include
• Aging and Reinvention
• Fear and Courage
• Balance On and Off the Slackline
• Adventure, Meaning, and Faith
Past Speaking Appearances
Panelist for “Flow—Women’s Anthology.” Banff Mountain Film and Book Festival. November 8, 2025.
"What Makes Me Come Alive—Slacklining!" Carmel of Reno Monastery. March 10, 2023.
"Your First Mistake Was to Call Me an Old Lady—Highlining Over Sixty." Jaramillo Highline Festival, Pachuca, Mexico. October 29, 2022.
"My #Slacklife." Rotary Club, Sparks, Nevada. August 11, 2021.
Workshops
Rae is especially interested in offering balance workshops that combine conversation about physical and mental balance with simple, hands-on introductions to slacklining and other balance activities in parks, retreat settings, or community spaces.