Outdoor Trips Staff
Miguel Valle
Outdoor Adventures Manager
Education/Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience, Bachelor of
Science in Education-Exercise Science, Master’s in Management of
Information Systems (Fall 2020), Wilderness First Responder, 6
years of Outdoor Education Experience, Registered Behavioral
Technician.
Why do you love the outdoors?
The outdoors brings out the best in people and helps people
connect in a deep and meaningful way. It’s a chance to
reset, relax, and feel empowered.
Three Favorite Hobbies
Climbing, playing guitar, motorcycle adventures.
Ross Garner
Outdoor trip leader
Education/Qualifications
M.A. Leadership – Saybrook University/N.O.L.S. B.S. Business
Administration (Entrepreneurship) – C.S.U.S. A.S. Business -
Solano Community College W.U.D.F.R. – Wilderness + Urban Disaster
First Responder Head White Water Guide 6 years of outdoor
education/leadership experience
Why do you love the outdoors? Whatever your goals, known or unknown, the outdoors provides the room necessary for individual growth.
Three Favorite Hobbies
White Water!!, Martial Arts, Horror Movies
Kyle Murphy
Outdoor Trip Leader & Challenge Center Facilitator
Education/Qualifications
200 hours of Yoga Instructors Training, Wilderness First
Responder, CPR, LNT Trainer, AIARE 1, Studying Wilderness
Education at Lake Tahoe Community College.
Why do you love the outdoors?
The wilderness highlights our true nature by forcing us to
overcome difficult circumstances, and thereby bringing us closer
to our higher selves. My love of the wilderness derives from a
deep desire within myself to live everyday by those values
which infuse love, excitement, wisdom and knowledge into my life.
Three Favorite Hobbies
Rock climbing, mountaineering, and white water rafting.
Savanna Charlton
Challenge Center Facilitator & Trip Leader
Education/Qualifications
I am currently a Psychology major at Sacramento State. I have
worked at Peak Adventures for over a year and have obtained my
Wilderness First Aid and CPR certifications.
Why do you love the outdoors?
The outdoors has always given me perspective and clarity on my
life. Sharing that sense of peace with others is a passion of
mine.
Three Favorite Hobbies
My top three hobbies are water activities (rafting, swimming,
etc), video games, and learning as much as I can.
Michelle Prasad
Outdoor Trip Leader
Education/Qualifications
I’m currently a student at Sac State studying Political Science.
Why do you love the outdoors?
I love the outdoor scenery and the camping atmosphere. It’s very
relaxing and makes me feel closer to nature.
Three Favorite Hobbies
I like Hiking, Long Drives, and watching Netflix.
Aliza Young
Outdoor Trip Leader
Education/Qualifications
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s in Nursing.
Why do you love the outdoors?
The scenic views. The smell of a campfire and the ocean waters.
The feeling of fulfillment after a successful trip.
Three Favorite Hobbies
Reading, Snorkeling, and going to Drive-In-Theaters.
Annaleise Smith
Outdoor Trip Program Assistant
Qualifications/Education: CPR certified
Why Do you love the outdoors? I love the outdoors because its exciting to explore nature and see the beauty it has to offer.
What are your 3 favorite hobbies? My three favorite hobbies are writing, exploring, and reading.