Quick Info
| Profession | Drag queen, environmentalist, LGBTQ+ activist, community organizer |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 21/07/1992 |
| Age | 34 years |
| Birthplace | Lincoln, Nebraska, U.S. |
Latest News about Pattie Gonia
In June 2025, Pattie Gonia launched the Queer Outdoor and Environmental Job Board, a free digital tool designed to help queer individuals find employment in outdoor and environmental fields, thereby diversifying these industries. The initiative was supported by over $2.5 million in community fundraising for related nonprofits.
Pattie Gonia was featured in National Geographic's 'Nature's Warrior Queen' series in April 2025, highlighting their pioneering work in fostering an inclusive outdoor community for LGBTQ+ and BIPOC individuals. The article detailed their journey from Lincoln, Nebraska to becoming a globally recognized drag queen and environmental activist.
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Bio/Wiki
| Known For | Drag performance, environmental advocacy, and LGBTQ+ inclusion in outdoor spaces |
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| Other Name | Wyn Wiley |
Personal Life
| Pronouns | she/they (Pattie Gonia) |
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Career
| Overview | Pattie Gonia is the drag persona of Wyn Wiley and is known for environmental and LGBTQ+ activism, especially work focused on inclusivity in the outdoors. |
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| Co-founder | Outdoorist Oath |
| Founder | Queer Outdoor and Environmental Job Board |
| Notable Works | Won't Give Up, Birds Tell Us, Everything to Lose |
| Awards | Out 100 (2024) |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/pattiegonia/ | |
| Official Website | https://pattiegonia.net |
| https://www.facebook.com/pattiegonia/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Pattie Gonia has been described as the 'world's first backpacking queen'. | |
| 2. The project combines drag performance with outdoor and environmental advocacy. | |
| 3. Pattie Gonia's community has been described as over 1,400,000 people. | |
| 4. Pattie Gonia and her community have collectively raised over $2.5 million for LGBTQIA+ BIPOC and environmental nonprofits. |