Katie, an avid slaydie, llama wrangle, and passionate writer has been recreating in the outdoorssince birth. (*slaydie: verb, noun: lady who slays). Her love for the wild outdoors began when she went on her first backpacking trip at the young age of four. From there, she tagged also ng on many of her parent's adventures, until she realized her own love and excitement for the wilderness. This planted the seed for a lifelong pursuit of adventure, the outdoors, and sharing
this passion with others.
She went to college in Santa Barbara, where she spent her free time volunteering for the outdoors club. This is where she discovered her passion for stand-up paddle boarding. The club needed a SUP student leader and she took this role head-on, jumping right in and learning all she could along the way.
After college, Katie landed in the world of guiding. She started as a backpacking guide in Yosemite and then in 2020 had a new opportunity as a llama guide in Montana/ Wyoming. She is now going into her 7th season of guiding. For now, she calls the Tahoe/Truckee area home and spends any time she can on various rivers, lakes, and mountains in the basin and surrounding areas. Ask Katie to go on any adventure that involves type two fun, pickled veggies, and a group of other rad slaydies, and she’s there. When she’s not guiding or being a llama wrangler, you can find her attempting headstands on her SUP or ripping powder turns on her splitboard.
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Best Inflatable SUP Boards of 2024
We bought some of the best inflatable stand up paddle boards and tested them in a variety of conditions to reveal...Best Stand Up Paddle Boards of 2024
Looking for the best stand up paddle board of them all? We extensively tested all the best SUPs side by side to help...Editors' Choice
Bote Wulf Aero Review
An affordable board that turns on a dime and has incredible stability? This inflatable paddle board is perfect for any...Best Buy
Advenor Extra Wide Review
This board wowed us with its unmatched stability and incredible price point. Beginner paddlers will be hard pressed to...Top Pick
Isle Pioneer 3 Review
The Pioneer 3 impressed us with its effortless use and exceptional stability, making it ideal for beginner to...How to Choose a Stand Up Paddle Board
Stumped by SUP's? We analyze the pros and cons of each board to help you find the perfect match, whether you are just...Editors' Choice
Surftech Catalyst Tuflite V-Tech Review
If you want a top-notch SUP that is superb to paddle, sleek, and stylish, then this is the one for you. One of our...Best Buy
Pelican Flow 106 Review
Looking for the most affordable hardshell paddle board out there that doesn't compromise on stability or durability...Top Pick
Isle Cruiser 2 Review
Looking for a stand up paddle board that offers incredible stability in all conditions and is easy to transport? The...FB Sport Lightning Review
This SUP is a decent, budget-friendly paddleboard for beginners, but more experienced users may find better...Red Paddle Co Voyager+ MSL Review
Although most beginners will feel unstable on this model, intermediate to advanced users will immediately take to its...ROC Scout Review
See why this board is one of the most popular inflatables on the market and what we think it's great for.NRS X-Lite Review
This board combines impressive speed and stability, making it a solid contender for any paddler, but it might leave...SereneLife Inflatable Review
Offering recreational-level performance at a digestible price point, this is a compelling option in the SUP market. If...Aqua Plus Thick Review
For those new to stand-up paddle boarding, this board is an affordable and comprehensive starter option. Though it...
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