paddling experience: Sea kayaking on most of the Great Lakes, and on both the east and west coasts. Paddled on whitewater rivers in Illinois, Wisconsin, North Carolina, Kentucky, and Tennesse
certifications: ACA coastal sea kayaking instructor level 3, and ACA SUP instructor level 2, CPR/First Aid
favorite place to paddle: Apostle Islands on Lake Superior
favorite piece of gear: My new Kokatat drysuit
favorite thing to do other than paddling: Spend time with my wife and two kids and cycling
favorite place on earth: Northwoods
favorite quote: “The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched – they must be felt with the heart.” -Helen Keller