Education
Indiana University, bachelor’s degree in anthropology
Certifications
Wilderness first responder
Favorite hobbies
Rock climbing has been my top pursuit for a while now, but I’m also keen to do more extended backpacking, flatwater paddling, and caving, amongst other things. In general, I like to read all genres, I’m kind of a harsh movie critic, I pick up the guitar from time to time, and I love to learn and play card games.
Biggest outdoor achievement
I’m proud of the work I put into planning and leading a staff training trip for my university outdoor program last spring. We headed to northern Florida to paddle the Suwannee River for about a week, then witnessed a massive thunderstorm on our put-in day which created tons of complications for the rest of our time there. I think it was objectively a challenging trip, but we all had the right attitude and adaptability to make it a success nonetheless.
Favorite outdoor memory
I still think about the last night of a backpacking trip I led a few months prior to graduation. We were camped out in a pine grove with a full moon and a steady bonfire, eating snacks and exchanging stories and such. At one point we each did our own comedic interpretation of a sound that Bigfoot might make while lurking in the surrounding woods, which led to about 15 completely unique growls, yelps, and one-liners. Great time with a great group of students!
Favorite place in the world
Can I say that it’s wherever I’m going next? I’m always drawn by the potential of new places and experiences—if you want to find something, it’s all out there.
What are you most looking forward to this summer?
I’m stoked to meet people, learn traditions, challenge myself, and have lots of fun outside!
Previous AT trips include Yellowstone Teton Challenge, California Adventure, and fall/spring school programs
