Yout Visit to the National Parks: Designed by Park Rangers

Katie Klos

Park Ranger

Talk to me about: Yosemite National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park

Katie Klos is a seasoned adventure guide and outdoor educator with experience leading multi-day treks, study abroad expeditions, and international adventure travel. She has guided travelers through Iceland’s volcanic highlands, Peru’s Inca Trail, the Andes Mountains, New Zealand’s fjords, and beyond.

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Lucille Wright

Park Ranger

Talk to me about: Grand Teton National Park, Gros Ventre Wilderness

Former guide with 15+ years of experience leading hiking, cycling, and multi-sport trips across France, Costa Rica, and the U.S

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Zoe Woods

Park Ranger

Talk to me about: Rocky Mountain National Park, Glacier National Park, Chugach National Forest

National Park Ranger, hiking guide, and outdoor educator with deep expertise in Rocky Mountain, Glacier, and Alaska’s wild landscapes.

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Maria Lally

Park Ranger

Talk to me about: Grand Teton National Park, Yellowstone National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National Park, Capitol Reef National Park, Glacier National Park, Yosemite National Park

A National Park Ranger, helping visitors navigate some of the most iconic parks in the U.S., including Glacier, Grand Canyon, and Rocky Mountain.

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Dakota Walz

Park Ranger

Talk to me about: Yosemite National Park, Zion National Park, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park

A professional climber and wilderness EMT with experience across Jordan, Chad, Thailand, Mexico, Greece, and the U.S. He’s established new climbing routes, and explored remote landscapes by motorbike and pack raft

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Cameron Giammala

Park Ranger

Talk to me about: Yellowstone, Yosemite, Grand Tetons, Acadia, Big Bend

Seasoned hiking and cycling expert with over a decade of experience exploring and guiding in New Zealand, Croatia, Bermuda, and the U.S

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Kate Sedrowski

Park Ranger

Talk to me about: Joshua Tree National Park, Yosemite National Park

An outdoor writer, AMGA-certified climbing instructor, and adventure coach, helping first-time adventurers and women over 60 feel confident outdoors. She’s climbed, hiked, and explored across Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, California, and Arizona, from the Front Range to the Grand Canyon.

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Mel Fernandes

Park Ranger

Talk to me about: The Cascades

A climber, mountaineer, and outdoor advocate with deep expertise in the Washington Cascades. As a trip planner, search & rescue team member, and LGBTQ+ outdoor advocate, Mel is passionate about making the outdoors more inclusive, accessible, and safe.

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Sophia Treakle

Park Ranger

Talk to me about: Blue Ridge Mountains

A former guide with expertise in trekking, trail running, and the European hut system, specializing in the Alps, Scotland, and the U.S.

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Maureen Flaherty

Park Ranger

Talk to me about: Blue Ridge Mountains

Adventure travel expert with over a decade of experience leading active trips and designing conservation-focused journeys in Ireland, Bali, and the U.S.

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What Can You Ask? Anything, really.

Thinking of hiking the Haute Route on my own as a woman—can I talk to another woman who’s done it?

I’m bringing my 5-year-old to Yellowstone. What’s the best easy hike where we’re likely to see bison?

Are there easy biking trails in Mallorca for families?

Best places in LATAM to go hiking as a group of girls?

I’ve heard the Azores are great for hiking. Is Pico Mountain doable if I’m not in amazing shape?

I’m visiting Joshua Tree. Is there a climbing route that’s fun for a first-timer but still challenging?

I’m torn between Torres del Paine and the W Trek in Patagonia for my first big hiking trip—what’s more beginner-friendly?

I’m debating between the Swiss Alps and the Dolomites for a first-time hut-to-hut trek. Which is better for intermediate hikers?

Mount Takao or Kamikochi for a hike near Tokyo—which is better if I only have 5 hours?

I’m deciding between Bukhansan National Park and Seoraksan in South Korea. Which one’s better for a two-day trip?

Can kids handle hiking to Trolltunga in Norway?

Best kayak routes in the Galapagos for scenery and wildlife?

Best mix of hiking and trail running routes in the Swiss Alps for a diehard runner?

Some happy campers

June 11, 2025

Excellent knowledge and recommendations for the Acadia NP area, including hikes, restaurants, activities, points of interest, even hotels.

Betsy Estes

July 26, 2025

Mary was amazing! Just being able to connect face to face we fed on each others enthusiasm and love for the country until a beautiful framework of not one but 2 potential trips emerged. (Actually, she gave me other options as well!) Based on our lively discussion she introduced another location in Italy I had never considered and ultimately, - that's where I'm going . She listened to me and not only helped me plan the trip I had envisioned but came up with an even better vision for me! Talking with her saved me about 5 hours of going in the wrong direction. She is such a delight and super knowledgeable and she gratefully shared her vast experience for me to enjoy. I

Jodi Murphy

July 30, 2025

Marcy was incredible. Her enthusiasm is infectious and I am more excited than ever to visit Chatanooga. She is truly an expert in the area. She gave me all sorts of insider tips and useful suggestions for areas and activities I was asking about. But it went way beyond that. Because we were having a conversation face to face (sort of ) there was a connection. That's something you can't get from google. That connection led to her offering up other activities and opportunities that I would never have known about! She is a true gem and you should see what she has in store for you!

Jodi Frankovelgia

July 30, 2025

Emily is such a pro. And an absolute delight. Being able to have a free flowing conversation about my trip face to face (thank you Zoom) lends such excitement to the whole planning process. We vibed off each others enthusiasm for a great conversation. She gave me so much information and it was so wonderful to just enjoy what she was without frantic note taking - the Trip Guide that covered everything we talked about AND other bonus information and ideas Emily included based on our interaction. Her good service makes the planning part of my trip part of enjoying my trip!

Jodi & Joella

August 5, 2025

Had a great call with Steve the other day discussing a possible trip to Denali National Park. Steve was awesome. Super knowledgeable about the park and fun to talk to. Steve pointed out some park ideas I had not thought of and because of his advice I was able to finalize the details of my trip. A wonderful and helpful experience!

Patrick