ATBO Program Coordinator
I’ve been teaching at College of the Rockies since 2017. My teaching areas include risk management, sustainable tourism, natural interpretation, environmental education, and the Adventure Tourism industry. In the outdoors, I instruct in wilderness skills, backpacking, avalanche skills training, sea kayaking, and guide training.
My career in the outdoor industry has spanned over 20 years and taken me to all seven continents. I’ve had the opportunity to lead sea kayaking expeditions in the Arctic and Antarctic, deliver adventure guide training sessions in Australia, Chile, and Kenya, and consult on numerous risk and adventure projects both in Canada and abroad. I identify strongly as a professional in Adventure Tourism—it’s been my life’s work. Academically, I hold a Certificate in Adventure Tourism from College of the Rockies, a Diploma in Adventure Guiding from Thompson Rivers University, and a master’s in Environmental Management from Royal Roads University. Technically, I maintain active industry certifications in backpacking, avalanche skills training, sea kayaking, and wilderness travel.
I work hard to run a flipped, engaged classroom. If I can deliver a course outside, I will! Students in my classes should expect to be challenged to participate in discussions and demonstrate their skills through application. Having once been a student at COTR myself, I truly value the benefits of small class sizes and hands-on, experiential learning.
I’ll challenge you to be the best version of yourself—I believe in connecting with each student individually and inspiring you to achieve at a high standard!