Washington

Hi, I’m Emily! My love for the outdoors started in college with weekend day hikes and photography—and quickly snowballed into something much bigger. I’ve thru-hiked the Pacific Crest Trail, trekked Patagonia’s O Circuit, and explored hundreds of miles of backcountry in the Sierra.

For 6 years, I worked at REI helping people prep for adventures big and small—whether they were gearing up for the John Muir Trail or just starting to car camp. These days, I focus on helping solo travelers, especially women and older adventurers, feel more confident planning their own long-distance hikes and nature-forward getaways. I am currently based in San Francisco, and can help with any urban adventure as well.

Whether you’re dreaming about Yosemite’s Half Dome, the Trans-Catalina Trail, or hiking your first few miles on a longer route—I’d love to help you get there.

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I’m Nichole—trail runner, bike tourer, yoga teacher, writer, and mountain mover. I’ve spent the past decade chasing trails across the U.S. and the world, from Colorado’s 13ers to Central America’s volcanoes. I’ve run ultras, fastpacked through the Cascades, and pedaled thousands of miles between summits.

Today, I live in Colorado, where I run year-round and work as a writer and trail editor for Komoot and AllTrails. I’m also an EMT and certified yoga instructor, and I’ve supported friends through 100-milers, injury recovery, and gear meltdowns. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a first-time backpacker, I’d love to help you go farther, feel stronger, and love the journey.

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Hi, I’m Julie! I’ve built my life around the outdoors—working in national parks, exploring backcountry trails, and finding connection in wild places around the world. I currently work full-time for the Bridger-Teton National Forest, and over the last decade I’ve held seasonal roles with the Forest Service and NPS in places like Glacier, Yellowstone, and the North Cascades.

Outside of work, I’ve traveled solo across 19 countries, taught yoga in India, and backpacked my way through some of the most remote corners of the U.S. and New Zealand. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned hiker, I love helping people tailor their trips to their experience level and goals—especially families, multi-gen groups, and solo travelers looking for freedom and flow.

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Hi, I’m Lindsey! I’ve spent the last decade working across eight states with the National Park Service, U.S. Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, and now with U.S. Fish & Wildlife in the National Wildlife Refuge System. Wherever I’ve been, I’ve always found myself helping others plan their visits—sharing trail knowledge, route ideas, and safety guidance drawn from real on-the-ground experience.

I’m also a passionate long-distance hiker. I met my husband on the Appalachian Trail and got engaged while hiking the PCT. Thru-hiking has shaped so much of who I am, and I’d love to help others—whether you’re solo, planning your first backcountry trip, or dreaming of months on trail—find that same kind of joy and growth in the outdoors.

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I was born and raised in the Pacific Northwest, where camping trips and mountain hikes shaped my love for the wild. That love eventually became my life—I’ve since climbed, skied, and dove across the world. I left my corporate job two years ago to live this life more fully, and I now work as a scuba dive guide and marine research assistant in the Caribbean.

I thrive in remote places, big challenges, and the quiet peace of wildness. Whether you’re training for a summit, diving into solo travel, or curious about getting into mountaineering or backcountry skiing, I’d love to help you feel confident taking the leap.

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Hi, I’m Steve. I was raised in Rocky Mountain National Park and spent much of my life hunting, fishing, and learning the rhythms of the mountains. After a corporate career, I followed my lifelong passion and joined the National Park Service, serving as a ranger in parks from Alaska to Maine.

I love helping travelers of all ages experience the outdoors with curiosity and confidence. Whether you’re watching waves crash along the Maine coast, learning about Pueblo ruins in the Southwest, or chasing wildlife through Denali, I believe nature is our greatest teacher. These days, I also give weekly seminars and workshops on nature, history, and travel—and I still get just as excited about sharing stories and inspiring awe.

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Hi, I’m Kellie! I quit my 9-to-5 to climb full-time, living on the road for years and exploring some of the best crags in North America. From Smith Rock to Moab, El Potrero Chico to Squamish, I’ve climbed all over and love helping others plan their own climbing trips—whether it’s finding the best routes, avoiding crowds, or getting the beta on van life. If you’re a solo traveler, first-time adventurer, or looking for epic climbing destinations, let’s chat!

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Hi, I’m Owen! I’ve hiked over 13,000 miles since 2015, including some of the most rugged and rewarding long-distance trails in the world. Whether you’re planning your first backpacking trip or a thru-hike, I can help with route selection, gear, logistics, and trail confidence so you can focus on the adventure, not the stress.

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Hey, I’m Mel! I grew up hiking and climbing in the Washington Cascades and have spent years guiding, planning trips, and working in search & rescue. I’m passionate about making the outdoors more inclusive and accessible—especially for LGBTQ+ adventurers and those new to outdoor spaces. Whether you’re planning a ski trip, a climbing objective, or a scenic hiking adventure in Washington’s Cascades, I’ll help you plan with accuracy and detail.