Exploration

This post talks about my experiences outdoors. I grew up near the mountains in Colorado and have spent many years honing skills in camping, backpacking, skiing, climbing, mountaineering and whitewater.

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A Moose Outside

Nature is never far away when you live in Alaska. This moose was spotted just outside my bedroom window!

Paddleboarding down Placer River

Alaska’s many rivers afford great opportunities for travel and exploration. A friend took this photo of me on my paddle board in front of the Spencer Glacier. We camped near the lake after taking the train to a whistlestop, and floated back down the river to the road the next morning.

Hatcher Pass

Exploring the mountains on foot can be a humbling experience. Vistas like this one in Hatcher Pass State Park are a common sight for the willing explorer. I’ve done many backpacking trips in the Colorado Rockies, Teton Range, Chugach, Kenai, and Talkeetna mountains.

Matterhorn

Skiing is a personal passion for me. This view is from a ski trip to Zermatt, Switzerland in 2024. The Swiss have unparalleled ski infrastructure and cozy lodging to aid the exploration of thier beautiful mountains.

Cyclocross Race

Local bike races in Anchorage are a great opportunity to experience a healthy, competitive atmosphere, and hopefully feel good about it afterword.

Cook Tent on Denali

In 2021, I made an attempt on Denali. It was a dream come true to explore this great mountain in person. Although I didn’t make it to the summit, my partner and I did all our own planning, training, and logistics. It was a powerful experience.