Education
The Evergreen State College, bachelor’s degree in environmental studies; Concordia University, master’s degree in teaching (integrated science and advanced math)
Certifications
Wilderness first responder, Leave No Trace trainer
Favorite hobbies
I love riding bikes for fun and picnics! Bikepacking has become my favorite way to see different places in this past year.
Favorite outdoor achievement
I did a solo backpacking trip through Iceland last year. It meant a lot to me because of the physical, environmental, and emotional challenges. It was rainy, cold, and windy, but I made so many friends along the trail and felt like the trip reaffirmed for myself who I am.
Favorite outdoor memory
Sitting next to Prince William Sound in Alaska watching whales swim by and talking about life with my students and co-instructors.
Favorite place in the world
Anywhere that I’m up in the alpine. I love the world of flowers above tree line.
What are you most looking forward to this summer?
I can’t wait to see what familiar plants grow in the mountains where I’m going this summer!
Previous Adventure Treks trips include Ultimate Northwest, Pacific Northwest Adventure, Alaska Expedition, British Columbia Adventure
