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With years of guiding and outdoor instruction experience, I can help you navigate the most iconic canyon on Earth. Whether you’re attempting a rim-to-rim hike, exploring the Bright Angel or South Kaibab Trails, or seeking accessible corridor routes, I can advise on permits, water sources, seasonal considerations, and realistic pacing. I’ll also share tips for nearby lodging, shuttles, and lesser-known side hikes that add depth to your trip.
One of my all-time favorite adventures, this high-alpine traverse combines technical via ferrata routes with cozy rifugio stays and jaw-dropping scenery. I can help you prepare for altitude, understand the gear needed for ferrata protection, choose the best time of year, and plan your daily stages so you have time to savor both the mountains and the incredible regional cuisine.
A remote, unfenced wilderness where elephants roam past your tent and the night is filled with the calls of lions and hyenas. I can share first-hand advice from my time volunteering for wildlife conservation here—how to travel safely in the bush, connect meaningfully with nearby villages, and choose ethical safari or volunteer programs that support conservation goals.
From the dramatic cliffs and golden beaches of the Algarve to the lush levada trails of Madeira and the volcanic crater lakes of São Miguel in the Azores, Portugal is a hiker’s dream. I can help you decide which region fits your goals, how to connect multi-day routes with cultural stops, and where to find the best local food and wine along the way.
Whether you’re drawn to the jagged peaks of Idaho’s Sawtooths, the red rock canyons of Utah, or hidden alpine basins in Montana, I can help plan routes that balance challenge with accessibility. I’ll share insights on public lands navigation, seasonal weather patterns, backcountry safety, and how to link these adventures into a larger Western road trip.
Australia’s coastal and city adventures are as diverse as its wildlife. Along the Great Ocean Road, I can point you to the best lookouts, hiking side trips, and wildlife encounters. Around Sydney, I’ll recommend everything from the iconic Bondi-to-Coogee coastal walk to quick escapes into the Blue Mountains, plus insider tips on combining nature experiences with vibrant urban culture.
Spending time outside grounds me—it clears the noise, slows me down, and helps me breathe easier. It’s the medicine I can take back with me into daily life. I spent 11 years at REI, working in retail, guiding trips, and coordinating operations for the Experiences division. Before that, I worked in natural resources management with various land agencies, giving me a deep understanding of public lands and how we recreate on them.
My passion lies in helping people reach for adventures they might otherwise think are unattainable—whether that’s hiking a remote alpine route, traveling internationally for the first time, or finding the courage to explore solo.
🪨 Hiking the Alta Via 2 via ferrata in the Dolomites—challenging yet accessible, with incredible food and accommodations
🦁 Volunteering for wildlife conservation in Botswana’s Tuli Block—remote, wild, and deeply connected to a local village community
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