
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