Education
Michigan State University, bachelor’s degree in arts and humanities
Certifications
Wilderness first responder
Favorite hobbies
I’m passionate about long-distance hiking (and mountains in general). I also enjoy canoeing and camping. I’m new to rock climbing and enjoying that challenge. When I’m not in the wilderness, I enjoy lifting weights, cooking, and writing.
Favorite outdoor achievement
I thru-hiked all 2,194.3 miles of the Appalachian trail in 2022.
Favorite outdoor memory
Climbing Mt. Katahdin to finish my Appalachian Trail hike. We started our ascent at 1:30 am after a few hours of sleep, and summited just in time for the most magical sunrise I’d ever seen with two of my favorite people.
Favorite place in the world
The city of Hoi An in Vietnam is my favorite place because of the variety of interesting things to do, landscapes to explore, and the welcoming culture of the people there.
What are you most looking forward to this summer?
I fell in love with the outdoors on a week-long hiking trip at 14 years old. I’m excited for the chance to foster a lifelong love of the outdoors in others and have a great time in the process!