Sara is an avid trail runner and climber keen on adventuring for creative and physical input. With roots from both southern California and New Mexico, her freelancing and love for the outdoors keep her on the move with much of her time spent between Colorado's front range and Yosemite National Park. She is a creative writer by trade who loves to volunteer at Film and Climbing Festivals and dreams of becoming a semi-professional athlete. To help pay the bills, she occasionally works as hired lifestyle talent for outdoor brands.
Sara obtained her B.A. in Creative Writing, with an emphasis in Poetry, from the University of California, Riverside. Her writing has been published in Alpinist Magazine, The Climbing Zine, The American Poetry Review, Boulder Weekly, among others. She is also an ambassador for the No Man's Land Film Festival, a festival dedicated to un-defining and re-defining women in the outdoors. Prior to freelancing, Sara worked concession jobs in Yosemite National Park for five seasons — all for the joy of running and climbing.
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Best Umbrellas of 2024
When the weather goes sideways, you want an umbrella that won't. In this review, we tested 12 of the industry's...Best Hiking Shorts for Women of 2024
Planning for an upcoming hike? We reviewed a handful of the year's best hiking shorts with varying inseams to...Top Pick
Bogs SweetPea Review
Rising slightly above the ankle, this short rain boot is easily paired with a variety of outfits. With decent traction...Editors' Choice
EuroSCHIRM Swing Trek Liteflex Review
Truly a premium umbrella, this quality canopy shined in every performance metric we threw at it, from ease of...Best Buy
Balios Double Canopy Review
Class meets compact portability in this umbrella. With a larger canopy than most compact models, it is a stylish deal...How to Choose The Right Rain Umbrella
After months of testing, we have discovered that there are more than a few things to consider when deciding on an...Top Pick
G4Free Golf Umbrella Review
A fixed-length option with a larger canopy for greater rain protection and the added perk of being able to share the...Top Pick
totes Clear Bubble Review
With a unique appearance that defies the classic umbrella look, this model provides a deep dome for a more protective...Top Pick
totes Auto Open Wooden Review
Classic in style and length, this model is reliable in the rain and easy to operate despite its relative heaviness as...How to Choose Women's Rain Boots
One of the simplest pleasures is the ease of slipping your feet into a rain boot for the inclement day ahead. Rain...Editors' Choice
Hunter Original Back Adjustable Tall - Women's Review
This classic model performes well across the board, earning it our highest honors. A neat feature is the ability to...Top Pick
Patagonia Nine Trails Short - Women's Review
This award-winning pair is notable for being ultralight, water resistant, versatile, and comfortable no matter the...Top Pick
Bogs Amanda Plush II Lace Review
With less weight and bulk than its predecessor, there are new material features that give this pair a unique appeal...How to Choose the Best Hiking Shorts for Women
Whether you live in the mountains or in the city, seeking out the perfect hiking short will depend on personal style...Rocket Dog Rainy Black - Women's Review
A trendy alternative with laces and decent rain protection. Best for non-technical environments and short commutes...
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