The great outdoors

The Outdoor Program at Portland State University is where I started my journey towards protecting our environment through images, education, and adventure. My experience in outdoor education synchronized smoothly within my photography. From desert to mountains, I have been able to capture moments of inspiration, growth, and challenges these landscapes provide. Through this documentation, I discovered my passion to protect the environment. This was pivotal point to push my images into something that will make change.

Backpacking through the Dunes

The Outdoor Program at Portland State University creates an inclusive, fun, and adventurous atmosphere with a diverse group of students while providing learning opportunities. It gives students leaders a chance to teach and lead groups out into the Pacific Northwest. From learning how to cook, pitch a tent, and understand the habitat, this program gave me a better understand of who I am as an outdoor educator and also as a photographer.

Northcascades

Theres nothing like being surrounded by glaciers, the river and forest with a group of fun folks! These students taught me about leadership, perspective and the importance of community. Connecting with the environment and getting outside of a comfort zone is something that I value most about outdoor education and traveling.

Sea kayaking the WILLAMETTE

Exploring with a group of co-leads how to execute a safe, inclusive, and a fun trip out on the water was one of my favorite trainings! We learned about reading the water, communication, and the history of Sea Kayaking!

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