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I'm an outdoor enthusiast with a unique combination of backcountry experience, technical skills, and a deep commitment to conservation. After years in software development, I've pivoted to realign with my core values and pursue opportunities in the outdoor industry.
Whether you're looking for technical expertise, outdoor guidance, or someone who understands both worlds, I'd love to connect.
15+ years, 75+ summits, AIARE Level 1
5+ years full-stack development
Wilderness First Aid, CPR, Glacier Travel
Curriculum development & instruction
Recent blog posts, trip reports, guides, and gear reviews - sharing everything from code insights to mountain adventures.
Planning Guide
A comprehensive guide to timing fall foliage adventures in western mountains using scientific understanding, strategic planning, and tactical flexibility. Learn to predict peak colors across elevation zones, avoid crowds through smart timing, and chase spectacular displays from Colorado's aspens to the Pacific Northwest's larches.
Gear Guide
Learn how to extend your summer trail runners into fall conditions without breaking your gear budget. This comprehensive guide covers sock strategies, foot care prevention, traction devices, and real-world testing insights for handling fall's unpredictable temperature swings and changing terrain. From merino wool sock selection to microspike recommendations, get practical advice that keeps your feet comfortable and blister-free through shoulder season adventures.
Big Agnes 2019 Copper Hotel • 5/5 ⭐
Jackson Hole → Marion Lake
Our final day exploring the Tetons took us on a 19-mile tram-assisted journey to Marion Lake via the Fox Creek Pass trail. What started as wanting a big day out in the Tetons turned into an unforgettable encounter with the most fragrant wildflower fields I've ever experienced in the mountains.
Mt Blanca → Ellingwood Point
An awesome 2-day adventure completing Kylie's final Colorado 14er! Technical traverse between peaks, dramatic rockfall events, and an unforgettable celebration at 14,350 feet. This route has real rockfall potential and requires group coordination, but offers incredible rewards for experienced climbers.
Tech Insights
Whether you're an outdoor company looking for someone who understands both technical systems and mountain systems, or just another outdoor enthusiast looking to connect, I'd love to hear from you.