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BOTG Kite & Wing Fest
BOTG Kite & Wing Fest is about bringing the windsport community together by giving the youth of our sport a platform to showcase their skills, while everyone enjoys the awesomeness of the Gorge by racing in the Blowout.
The team behind the curtain
Rachel Callahan
Executive Director
Our fearless leader, Rachel coordinates wind sports events across North America, including Lighthouse 1000, Bridge of the Gods Kite & Wing Fest, and the Gorge Blowout. She has also helped organize numerous other events, including KB4C and the Gorge Challenge. From 2024–2026, Rachel helped raise over $100,000 USD for charitable causes. She is the CEO of Pro Leezure Event Productions.
Grom Gormley
Event Director and MC
Director of fun and stoke—and proud Broncos fan—Grom serves as Assistant Coordinator of Events in North America, including the Bridge of the Gods Kite & Wing Fest and the Gorge Blowout. He brings energy on and off the beach and has announced numerous major events, including Lord of the Winds and the East Coast Surfing Championships. From 2024–2026, Grom helped raise over $100,000 USD for charitable causes. He is also President of ProLeezure Event Productions.