I grew up in the north, born and raised in Atlin, BC – a small, rural community a couple hours south of
Whitehorse, Yukon. Rivers have guided my life in a way I wouldn’t have imagined. I learned how to white water kayak and raft guide on the Tatshenshini River, here in the Yukon. Raft guiding has taken me to rivers in India, New Zealand, BC, Utah and Idaho, but I most enjoy coming home to share these rivers with others. I have most recently returned home to Whitehorse, Yukon and am completing my BEd after a decade of guiding, instructing and working with young people. I have instructed whitewater kayaking and canoeing on class 1, 2, 3, and 4 rivers in the Yukon, Idaho and Utah. My goals on courses are to offer clear technical instruction, to motivate students with enthusiasm and support, and to create learning environments where students of all different backgrounds and river experience will have the opportunity to surprise themselves. I am passionate about northern rivers and am excited to continue teaching at home in the Yukon.