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Hi I'm Karen

Outdoor Adventure Leader and Educator

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I’ve been an outdoor adventure leader and educator for over 45 years. In that time I’ve helped 1000’s of people kindle a love of nature and adventure. I’ve designed and led trips with students across the globe. A small example of trips I’ve led includes canyoneering in Utah, backcountry skiing and winter camping in Yellowstone, sea kayaking in New Zealand, Belize, Costa Rica and the Bahamas, canoeing rivers from northern Canada to the Rio Grande, studying natural history in Hawaii, and camping in my own backyard wilderness. When you add in my multiple personal outdoor adventures, I been blessed with a lifetime of amazing travels.
I want to help you live your outdoor adventure dreams!

Adventures

Recent Blog Posts

Biking

In Search of Three Pines: A Fascinating Tour of Louise Penny’s Inspirations

Tour the Eastern Townships in search of sites that inspired Louise Penny, Canadian mystery writer, to create the fictional Three Pines village.

Biking

Fabulous Glamping in the Eastern Townships of Quebec

Experience the best of glamping in Quebec’s Eastern Townships, where luxury meets nature. Stay in cozy cabins, safari tents, or treehouses surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, perfect for outdoor adventures and relaxation.

Biking

Fantastic Biking on the Val del Zafán Greenway in Spain

The Val del Zafán Greenway is one of Spain's most beautiful places for biking. Also known as the Via Verde Val del Zafán, it follows an old railway for 130 km through gorgeous regions of Catalonia.

Caving

A Fantastic Tubing Trip through a Sugarcane Plantation in Kauai

Float on inner tubes through canals and tunnels on a historic sugarcane plantation in Kauai. A unique adventure with tropical scenery.

Hawaii

The Best Whale Watching Sea Kayaking Trip in Maui

Whale watching while sea kayaking in Maui is a perfect way to see the acrobatic behaviors of humpback whales.

Hong Kong

Kayaking in Sai Kung in Hong Kong

Enjoy Hong Kong's natural beauty on a sea kayaking trip to Sai Kung. Hoi Ha Wan Bay is a protected marine sanctuary perfect for kayaking.

Camping

Ultimate Guide to Gifts for the Outdoor Adventurer

Get gifts for your favorite outdoor adventurer carefully selected by a professional outdoor leader. The ultimate gift guide for the outdoors.

Biking

Fantastic Biking on the Ojos Negros Greenway in Spain

A multi-day biking trip on the Ojos Negros Greenway is a perfect way to explore Spain's longest Via Verde.

Biking

Recommended Bike Routes of the Eastern Townships of Quebec

The Eastern Townships of Quebec have fantastic bike routes through scenic countryside for all ages and abilities.

Camping

The Best Paddling Spots in Western Massachusetts

Explore the best paddling spots in Western Massachusetts. Most are flatwater paddling suitable for any kind of kayak, canoe, or paddleboard. A couple of quickwater trips are sprinkled in for a bit more skilled paddlers.

Hiking

Fabulous Outdoor Adventures You Will Love in Dalat, Vietnam

Dalat, Vietnam has wonderful outdoor adventures with stunning lakes, waterfalls, and mountains to explore.

Mount Jo

Hiking

Easy Hikes in the Adirondacks

Guide to easy hikes in the Adirondacks. These all- season short and easy hikes are in the High Peaks area of the Adirondack Park near Lake Placid and Keene, NY.

Biking

Outdoor Adventures by Easy Rider Motorbike Tour in Vietnam

An Easy Rider motorbike tour from Dalat is an exciting way to see the sights of the Central Highlands of Vietnam.

Croatia

Some of the Best Kayaking Day Trips in Europe

Kayaking day trips in Europe offer a unique way to explore the continent’s natural beauty, historical sites, and diverse cultures.

Caving

4 Outdoor Adventures in Pai, Thailand You Will Love

Pai is a charming town in Northern Thailand with outdoor adventures such as hiking, hot springs, caving, and motorbiking on the quiet roads.

Sea Kayaking

5 Outdoor Adventures in Hoi An, Vietnam You Will Love

Outdoor adventures, a wonderful way to see the natural areas of Hoi An, Vietnam,include kayaking, biking, boating, swimming, and snorkeling.

Sea Kayaking

Best Kayaking in Hoi An, Vietnam

Explore the rivers and islands near Hoi An, Vietnam by kayak. Learn about life on the Thu Bon River on this kayaking tour in Hoi An.

Outdoor Pro Tips

Ultimate Guide to Wild Edibles: Wild Ramps

Wild ramps are early spring wild edibles that are delicious in a number of recipes. Learn to identify, harvest, and prepare ramps in a wild edibles menu.

Outdoor Pro Tips

Ultimate Guide to Wild Edibles: Fiddleheads

Fiddlehead ferns are early spring wild edibles that are delicious in a number of recipes. Learn to identify, harvest, and prepare fiddleheads in a wild edibles menu. Find out how to make fiddleheads 4 ways.

Arizona

25 Best Kayaking Day Trips in the US

The 25 best kayaking day trips in the US include paddling on the ocean, rivers, lakes, mangrove swamps, and even kayaking in a cave.

Caving

Incredible Outdoor Adventures of Kefalonia

The island of Kefalonia has stunning outdoor adventures such as hiking, caving, sea kayaking, snorkeling, and boat trips as well as spectacular beaches.