Ethan

Trip leader

Originally from southeast Michigan, Ethan most recently called Bozeman, MT, home where he spent the winter as a ski instructor. The last few spring and fall seasons, Ethan worked as an outdoor instructor at the Pali Institute in California. He’s also been an exercise specialist, leading group classes and working with healthcare providers to implement workout routes for clients and patients. Before that, he was a trip coordinator at Michigan State University, leading students on hiking and climbing trips to the Red River Gorge and Big Bend National Park.

Education

Michigan State University, bachelor’s degree in kinesiology

Certifications

Wilderness first responder, PSIA alpine level 1, children’s ski specialist level 1

Favorite hobbies

I love anything that gets me moving, especially climbing and skiing! I also love playing guitar and reading a good book.

Favorite outdoor achievement

I went into ski instructing as a beginner to skiing, and in one season I saw so much progress and growth in my ability and confidence.

Favorite outdoor memory

Summitting a peak in Sequoia National Park at sunset on my birthday with my friend who has the same birthday!

Favorite place in the world

I love the Red River Gorge in Kentucky. I’ve spent a ton of time climbing with friends there, and I think it has some of the prettiest views I’ve ever seen.

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

Meeting some of the sickest students and instructors while exploring some of the sickest places!

Previous Adventure Treks trips include Ultimate Northwest, Pacific Northwest Explorer, California Adventure, Colorado Explorer, British Columbia Adventure, Discover the Olympics

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