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Dan Scott
Dan Scott

Dan Scott

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Dan's love of the outdoors and curiosity about the processes that shape landscapes drive him to spend his time in the wilderness. As a scientist who studies rivers, Dan's research takes him pretty much anywhere water flows, from torrents running through deep slot canyons in the Spanish Pyrenees to wide, wood-filled floodplains in the Olympic Mountains of Washington. Growing up in the Washington Cascades, Dan was raised learning to safely traverse mountainous landscapes. After earning a PhD in Geosciences from Colorado State University, Dan moved back home to Washington to continue his research on how rivers work and how we can manage them sustainably. When his work doesn't push him into the mountains or down rivers, he spends time canyoneering, climbing, biking, skiing, and packrafting.

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10 top water shoes

10 Best Water Shoes of 2024

Sick of wrinkled toes or stubs on sharp rocks while playing in the water? We've tested the best water shoes that will...
best daypacks

Best Daypacks of 2024

Determining the ideal daypack in the market and selecting the best option for you, your requirements, and your budget...
NRS Kicker Remix Review

NRS Kicker Remix Review

While they don't work great on land, this shoe is a solid low-profile bootie for paddling. Great traction and warmth...
NRS Vibe Review

NRS Vibe Review

A great kayaking shoe that also performs well on land, but doesn't quite match other competitors in terms of warmth or...
rei co-op trail 25

REI Co-op Trail 25 Review

The Trail 25 from REI is a very durable, well designed pack that you will be able to the office and the mountain for...
Astral TR1 Junction Review

Astral TR1 Junction Review

With a super comfortable and adjustable design and an excellent balance of proprioception and foot protection, Astral...
Osprey Archeon 25 Review

Osprey Archeon 25 Review

With an unfortunate blend of urban and mountain features, this pack is both too heavy for most hiking uses and not...
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