For me, hiking is an introvert’s playground—a space to reflect, recharge, and explore the natural world on my own terms. From the ocean-carved landscapes of New Zealand to the towering peaks of Telluride and Alaska, each trail strengthens my connection to the environment and fuels my passion for protecting it.

  • Routeburn, Greenstone, and Caples Track, New Zealand

    Completed the 42 mile trail solo during my gap year.

  • Vermont Long Trail

    Completed a SOBO thru-hike of the 275-mile trail during the COVID-19 lockdown.

  • Colorado

    Gondola operator, spending days off hiking and camping trails like Mt. Sneffels, Blue Lakes, and Wilson.

  • Porcupine Mountains Wilderness, MI

    Backpacked over 60 miles with my Conserve School group. This was my first introduction to backpacking

  • The Presidential Range, NH

    Hiked the Presidential Range, camping overnight in my car between challenging summits.

  • Werribee Gorge State Park, Australia

    Overnight solo backpacking trip to spot kangaroos in Victoria, Australia.

  • Sapa, Vietnam

    Took a 3-day scheduled backpacking trip through the scenic upper rice fields of Sapa, Vietnam.

  • Cotapaxi National Park, Ecuador

    Hiked to basecamp with my mom during our trip to Ecuador.

  • Cotswolds, England

    Walked from hostel to hostel with my dad for 3 days, enjoying the picturesque countryside.

  • Dingle Way, Ireland

    Walked the Dingle Way for 4 days, stopping at hostels along the way and soaking in Ireland's rainy scenery.

  • Tongariro Crossing, New Zealand

    Hiked the Tongariro Crossing with two study abroad friends—a rite of passage during our time in NZ.

  • The Pinnacles, NZ

    Overnight hike to the Pinnacles in NZ. Camped in the hut at the top of the mountains.

  • Uluru, Australia

    Rented a van with friends for a 3-day trip, doing open-sky camping and hiking around Uluru.

  • Rock 'n Roll Half Marathon, DC

    Traded hiking shoes for runners, training through Washington, D.C.

  • 5k and Plunge, Seattle

    Kicked off the move to Seattle with a 5K and a plunge in the ocean, joined by Levi, my friend's dog.