Welcome to My Portfolio!
From product reviews to reported stories, my writing has covered a range of topics and styles. I have bylines in Sierra Magazine, Fodor’s Travel, Adventure Journal, The Dyrt Magazine, She Explores, The Good Men Project, Misadventures Magazine, Shelterforce Magazine, Classy, and Lost Coast Outpost, among others.
I’ve also written for a variety of companies, government organizations, and nonprofits, including the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Abt Associates Inc., Project Community Connections Inc., the National Park Service, Oru Kayak, Feathered Friends, Gossamer Gear, and Seal Line.
You can check out some of my published clips below, organized by topic area. Once you get a feel for my work, please reach out! I’d love to work together.
Travel + Place
10 Reasons Winter Is the Best Time to Visit Rapid City, South Dakota (Yes, We’re Serious). Fodor’s Travel. September 2019.
11 Places to Camp Among the Black Hills of South Dakota. The Dyrt Magazine. August 2019.
How to Explore “Where the Buffalo Roam” Across Custer State Park. The Dyrt Magazine. July 2019.
New “Glampground” Offers a Luxurious Way to Visit Mt. Rushmore. The Dyrt Magazine. July 2019.
7 of the Best Lakes for Ice Fishing in Minnesota (And Where to Camp Nearby). The Dyrt Magazine. February 2019.
The Burning Beetle Event Will Heat Up Custer, SD This Weekend. The Dyrt Magazine. January 2019.
Treat Yourself to Historical Lodging and Fancy Feasting in Custer State Park. The Dyrt Magazine. December 2018.
Go On a Vintage Vacation at these 9 Quirky Vintage Trailer Campgrounds. The Dyrt Magazine. November 2018.
These 13 North Dakota State Parks are Camper Favorites. The Dyrt Magazine. November 2018.
The Best Camping Near Minnesota’s National Parks and Monuments. The Dyrt Magazine. November 2018.
Camp Near the World’s Largest Carving for the Crazy Horse Volksmarch. The Dyrt Magazine. September 2018.
Southern Oregon Creativity on Show at Kerby’s Guild Gallery & Art Center. Travel Southern Oregon. December 2017.
Behold: The Land of Bed and Breakfast. Misadventures Magazine. March 2017.
Urban Parks Series: Spotlight on Redwood Park & Community Forest. Misadventures Magazine. November 2016.
Urban Parks Series: Discovery. Misadventures Magazine. April 2016.
Environment + Advocacy
What Outdoor Enthusiasts Need to Know about the Midwestern Floods. The Dyrt Magazine. June 2019.
The 3rd Annual LGBTQ Outdoor Summit is Coming to the Rocky Mountains. The Dyrt Magazine. June 2019.
10 Prairie Dog Facts that Will Steal Campers Hearts. The Dyrt Magazine. April 2019.
Vote the Outdoors: How Toxic Algae is Shaping Politics in Florida. Gossamer Gear. November 2018.
Monumental Decisions at the 2018 Outdoor Retailer. Gossamer Gear. February 2018.
Looking to Stand Up for Bears Ears National Monument? Here’s a Quick Guide on How You Can. Gossamer Gear. December 2017.
"Know Before You Go" - Oregon Caves National Monument & Preserve. Video Script and Storyboard. National Park Service. November 2017.
The Unexpected of the Cave: A Look at Oregon Caves National Monument & Preserve. Podcast Episode. She Explores. November 2017.
Do We Need National Preserves? Yes. Here’s Why. Gossamer Gear. October 2017.
The Outdoor Enthusiast’s Quick Guide to Park Designations. Gossamer Gear. October 2017.
On the C&O Canal, History Meets the Wild. Sierra Magazine. June 2017.
Drain the Swamp? Florida Says No to That. Adventure Journal. March 2017.
My Job: The Man Who Cleans D.C.’s Nastiest Water. Adventure Journal. October 2016.
Urban Parks Series: Perils & Progress with Anacostia Watershed Society’s Ariel Trahan. Misadventures Magazine. June 2016.
Urban Parks Series: Women & Space. Misadventures Magazine. May 2016.
Outdoor Industry + Adventure
45 miles. 11,000’ elevation gain. 24 hours. Meet the Tour de Leconte Challenge. Gossamer Gear. October 2019.
So, What is “Dispersed Camping” Exactly? The Dyrt Magazine. August 2019.
Big Bend 100 Trail Showcases the Best of West Texas. Gossamer Gear. July 2019.
South Dakota’s Black Hills Inspire the Routes at these Indoor Climbing Gyms. The Dyrt Magazine. May 2019.
Tackle Thru-Hiking in Minnesota on One of These Five Big Scenic Trails. The Dyrt Magazine. March 2019.
8 Winter Camping Tips for Keeping Your Tent Warm. The Dyrt Magazine. February 2019.
20th Anniversary of Gossamer Gear: A History of Taking Less and Doing More. Gossamer Gear. December 2018.
How I Found Last Minute Camping at Devils Tower. The Dyrt Magazine. September 2018.
Section-Hiking vs. Thru-Hiking: What are the Pros and Cons? Gossamer Gear. August 2018.
Loneliness, Warmth, and Finding Home in South Dakota’s Black Hills. Feathered Friends. April 2018.
How to Weekend Warrior When You’re Not a Weekend Warrior. Gossamer Gear. March 2018.
Facing a Fear of the Unknown in an Oregon Cave. Sierra Magazine. November 2017.
Eating Your Way Down the River. Adventure Journal. October 2016.
Power to the Pee Rag. Misadventures Magazine. May 2016.
A Dad’s Response When His Daughter Told Him She Was Venturing into the Wilderness — Alone. The Good Men Project. November 2015.
People + Culture
Thrombosis Survivor Kim Burgess is Hiking the Highest Peak in Every State. The Dyrt Magazine. July 2019.
This NPS Biologist Shows How Women in Science are Protecting Public Lands. The Dyrt Magazine. June 2019.
What It’s Like to Be a National Park Artist in Residence. The Dyrt Magazine. June 2019.
Author Jan Redford on Being a Mother and a “Wild Woman”. The Dyrt Magazine. May 2019.
Off Trail On Track: Duncan Cheung Shares What it Means to Hike with a Cause. Gossamer Gear. February 2019.
How One Couple Built a Life with Hot Air Balloons Over the Black Hills. The Dyrt Magazine. January 2019.
My New Office is a Forest: The Rise of Ranger Retirees. Print Only (pgs. 38-45). Misadventures Magazine. May 2018.
Urban Parks Series: Melanie Choukas-Bradley’s Year in Rock Creek Park. Misadventures Magazine. September 2017.
From Source to Sea: Closing the Confidence Gap - Three Women, A Canoe, and 3,800 Miles. Print Only (pgs. 36-43). Misadventures Magazine. May 2017.
Healing & Courage in the Face of Fear: An Interview with Leslie Laurie-Nicoll. Misadventures Magazine. January 2017.
Houston Philmont Crews: Guy Parker’s Mission to Get Youth Outdoors. Gossamer Gear. July 2018.
Historical Badass: Margaret “Mardy” Murie. Adventure Journal. November 2016.
A Case For Sistership: The Power of Female Partnerships. She Explores. April 2016.
In Gratitude to Our Mothers and Our Mother Earth. Misadventures Magazine. May 2015.
Social Good + Community
Warrior Expeditions Uses Outdoor Adventure to Help Veterans “Walk Off the War”. Gossamer Gear. November 2019.
How Forest School Prioritizes Nature and the Power of Play. The Dyrt Magazine. September 2019.
“So, what do you do?” How to Have Conversations about Homelessness. Shelterforce Magazine. May 2019.
A Hands-On Approach to Challenging Myths about Homelessness. Abt Associates. December 2017.
What Does Homelessness in the U.S. Really Look Like? Abt Associates. April 2017.
Urban Parks Series: 3-month Women’s March Check-in. Misadventures Magazine. April 2017.
Urban Parks Series: Community Through Decaying Old Underwear. Misadventures Magazine. August 2016.
Women & Homelessness. Misadventures Magazine. July 2016.
Interview: Whitney Parnell and the 8-Hour Dream. Misadventures Magazine. June 2016.
In Response to “Harassment Outside Union Station”. Prince of Petworth (PoPville). May 2016.
How Volunteering Led Me to Meaningful Academic and Professional Opportunities. My College Advice. July 2015.
What Makes Us Wild: Cofounding a Women’s Wilderness Group. Misadventures Magazine. April 2015.
Making the Most of Your Thesis: From Classroom to the ‘Real World’. My College Advice. March 2015.
Op-Ed: Changes at the MAC Could Help End Homelessness in Humboldt. Lost Coast Outpost. February 2015.
Short-Term Funds with Long-Term Impact. Shelterforce Magazine. January 2015.
Branded Content + Product Reviews
How to Get the Most Out of Your Nonprofit Meetings. Classy. January 2020.
20 Nifty Storage Ideas to Help Campers Stay Organized. The Dyrt Magazine. September 2019.
How to Choose the Best Underwear for Your Next Outdoor Adventure. The Dyrt Magazine. August 2019.
The Best Sleeping Bags for Every Camping Style. The Dyrt Magazine. June 2019.
Here’s How the MSR Access 2 Tent Held Up in All Four Seasons. The Dyrt Magazine. February 2019.
What’s in a Name? The Stories Behind Gossamer Gear’s Pack Names. Gossamer Gear. August 2018.
Gear Review: Making Friends with Feathered Friends. Misadventures Magazine. May 2018.
Becoming a Hiking Poles Believer with the LT5 3-Piece Carbon Poles. Gossamer Gear. March 2018.
The Reasonable Decision to Give Outdoorsy Loved Ones Gift Cards. Gossamer Gear. December 2017.
How To: Take Care of Your Awesome Bamboo Backpacking Spoon. Gossamer Gear. November 2017.
Jennifer Scism & the World’s Greatest Just-Add-Water Food. Misadventures Magazine. November 2017.
Gossamer Gear: Lightweight Backpacking Made Glorious. Misadventures Magazine. July 2017.
Review: Oru Kayak’s Coast Model. Misadventures Magazine. April 2017.
Review: Fireside Provisions. Misadventures Magazine. December 2016.
Adventure on the Mississippi River. Oru Kayak. November 2016.
Accessibility in the Outdoors & The Camp Kit’s Role. The Camp Kit. October 2016.
Review: Toasted Muesli by Michele’s Granola. Misadventures Magazine. October 2016.
Be Here Now: In Love & On the River. Fireside Provisions. September 2016.
The Best Damn Camping Spoon Ever is… a Piece of Wood? Adventure Journal. July 2016.
9 Mental Blocks to Getting Outside and The Camp Kit’s Solutions. The Camp Kit. June 2016.
Technical Writing + Research
Stella P Quick Start Guide. U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. May 2019.
Running ROSS: Resident Opportunities and Self-Sufficiency Grant Program Step-by-Step Guide (Lead author for “Working with Residents” section). U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. November 2018.
The 2017 Annual Homeless Assessment Report (AHAR) to Congress. U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. October 2018.
An Introductory Guide to Submitting Longitudinal Systems Analysis (LSA) Data for the AHAR. U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. October 2018.
From AHAR to LSA: Understanding the FY 2018 Changes. U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. October 2018.
Overview of the LSA Submission Process. U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. October 2018.
Understanding Rapid Re-housing: Systematic Review of Rapid Re-housing Outcomes Literature. U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. July 2018.
25 Years of the Family Self-Sufficiency Program: Families Working, Families Prospering (Lead author for client success stories on Chris, Jessica, and Linda.) U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. December 2017.
Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing Program (HPRP): Year 3 & Final Program Summary. U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. June 2016.
Qualitative Analysis of Year 3 Annual Performance Report (APR) Narrative Responses. U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. June 2016.
The 2014 Annual Homeless Assessment Report (AHAR) to Congress. U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. November 2015.
Rapid Rehousing Models for Homeless Youth. U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. May 2015.
Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) FY 2013 Annual Report. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. November 2014.
Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Re-housing Program (HPRP) Promising Practices and Success Stories. U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. March 2012.
