We’re Tad and Amanda.

We are full-time travelers, aspiring mountaineers, and outdoor enthusiasts.

About Tad

Tad is a former special operator and search-and-rescue crew member in the U.S. Coast Guard. He is credited with 69 lives saved. Previously, he was collegiate baseball player.

Favorite hike: Mount Borah standard route, Idaho

Favorite U.S. National Park: North Cascades

Favorite movie: Inception

Favorite meal: Louisiana BBQ shrimp

About Amanda

Amanda is a content writer and journalist covering health, fitness, wellness, and adventure travel. She writes for publications like Raeder’s Digest, BarBend, Runner’s World, Bicycling, U.S. News, and more. She is also a certified personal trainer and sports nutrition coach.

Favorite hike: Matanuska Peak, Alaska

Favorite U.S. National Park: Big Bend

Favorite movie: La Sociedad de la Nieve

Favorite meal: Honduran empanadas