Hello there, I’m Kara

I was born and raised in a small town between the rocky mountains and prairies in alberta, canada. with most of my childhood being spent outside, playing team sports, camping, running, hiking, and biking, I’ve naturally been drawn to moving my body in outdoor spaces to explore and learn about the world around me.

from a young age, I was led by my curiosity. leaning into this never-ending sense of wonder, I dove fully into the world of outdoor adventure and travel as a means to connect with others and build a deeper understanding and appreciation for the natural world. this led me to pursue a bachelor’s degree in ecotourism and outdoor leadership, from which I now work as an international trail running guide, 500-hour yoga teacher, and adventure and sustainable travel specialist. but more importantly, it’s become my avenue to share my passions of travel, mountain adventures, sustainability, bikepacking, yoga, permaculture, environmental care, and living with curiosity and joy with others.

while going on my eighth year as a nomadic traveller, I’ve come to realize I’m incredibly happy living outside the box. living and working across the globe has shaped so much of who I am and how I connect with others and understand the world. from leading hundreds of individuals on multi-day mountain running and adventure trips, to various freelance travel projects, brand partnerships, sustainable travel consulting, and hosting adventure yoga retreats (and of course, squeezing in many of my own personal expeditions). through all of these experiences, I hope to inspire you to forge your own path and know you can do so much more than you imagined possible.

I don’t take this lifestyle and work for granted and I’m constantly mixing it up to make it sustainable. the continual movement, unknowns, and on-going travels come with its challenges, but I feel immense gratitude for all of it. I’ve been able to see so much of the world, but more importantly, I’ve connected with some of the incredible humans who have been integral in this journey.

I created this space as a way to piece together my journey through blog posts, travel stories, photos, and my endless running thoughts. I also love to connect, collaborate, and work with like-minded people, so please - say hi! ultimately, I hope to continue expanding my horizons while venturing into the unknown, thriving in health, connecting deeply with others, exploring various landscapes and caring deeply for this precious planet while soaking in every precious moment of this life.

thanks for sticking along for the ride!

E D U C A T I O N & C E R T I F I C A T I O N S

Bachelor’s Degree in Ecotourism and Outdoor Leadership - Mount Royal University; Calgary, Canada

Holistic Nutrition and Health Coach: Plant-Based Nutrition Specialization - Nutraphoria School of Holistic Nutrition; Vancouver, Canada

300 hour Advanced Yoga Teacher Training - Yoga Alliance International; Palomina, Colombia

200 hour Yoga Teacher Training - Yoga Alliance International; Kerela, India

90 hour Wilderness First Aid Responder - Slipstream WFA Training; Calgary, Canada

72 hour Permaculture Design Course Training - Finca Tierra; Cocles, Costa Rica

Standard First Aid/CPR/AED Certification - Canadian Red Cross; Red Deer, Canada

Leave No Trail Awareness Course - Online Certification

Avalanche Safety Training (AST) Level 1 & 2 - Calgary, Canada