Expertise & Background
- Topics of Expertise: Climbing, trail running, backpacking, hiking, camping, downhill skiing
- Education: Bachelor of Science in Journalism, Northwestern University
- Years of Writing: 8+
- Years of Gear Testing: 6+
- Certifications: Wilderness First Responder, CPR, AIARE Level 1
- Club or Association Memberships: Access Fund, American Alpine Club
- Previous Publications: Backpacker Magazine
Why I Chose This Career
As a writer and editor for Switchback Travel, I’ve been able to merge my journalism background with my love for the outdoors—a perfect convergence of my expertise and personal passions.
How I Began My Career
My first professional writing experience was with Backpacker Magazine in 2016, where I interned during a semester in college. During my time there, I fell in love with the Rocky Mountains and committed to pursuing a career in the outdoor industry.
Recent Articles
Best Camping and Backpacking Pillows of 2025
Last Updated: May 6, 2025
While small and relatively unassuming, a quality outdoor pillow can go a long way toward improving your sleep, whether you’re spending the night at your local state park or trekking miles into the...
How to Choose Baselayers
Last Updated: September 26, 2022
A baselayer’s primary job is to keep you comfortable while wicking moisture as you sweat. Whether you’re climbing steep skin tracks in the backcountry, skiing lift-accessed terrain at the resort, or climbing and hiking in cool shoulder-season weather...
Best Women’s Hiking Shorts of 2025
Last Updated: May 20, 2025
For midsummer conditions or high-exertion days on the trail, nothing beats the easy-breezy feel of a hiking short. Today’s offerings run the gamut from technically savvy softshell designs...
La Sportiva TX4 Evo Mid GTX Boot Review
Last Updated: March 31, 2025
La Sportiva is a climbing specialist through and through, with a healthy lineup of rock and approach shoes designed for maximum grip on technical terrain. I recently brought the women’s TX4 Evo Mid GTX—a mid-height variation of their flagship TX4...