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Adventure Better.
Practical, straightforward, and beginner-focused courses intended to help you climb the biggest mountain of all—starting.
A Starting Point
These courses aren’t designed to make you an expert overnight. That comes with time and experience, but they will help you take that first step with confidence.
Starting is the hard part. My goal is to help you break through the initial barrier and get outside sooner, without the confusion and overwhelm that comes with trying to figure it all out on your own.
You don’t need to be an expert. You just need to know where to begin.
Featured Course
Learn How To Backpack
The one that started it all. Designed for beginner backpackers, this comprehensive course includes over 70 bite-sized video tutorials covering the fundamentals of backpacking from start to finish in just over 4 hours.
“Your class was invaluable and made me way more confident on my first trip. I definitely looked like I knew what I was doing.”
About My Courses
What I wish I had when I was starting out.
No fluff, no filler, just what you need to get moving. Each course is created from my own experience, hours of research, and dozens of interviews—distilled into practical skills and information that actually work in the field.
More than just a course
You’re not going it alone; you’re getting a mentor. I’m here if you have questions, need some guidance, or just want to talk something through, because having someone to check in with makes a big difference.
And, as I continue to explore new hobbies in the outdoors and learn new skills, the course library will grow too—starting with backpacking and expanding into thru-hiking, backpack hunting, camping, outdoor photography, and wherever else the trail may lead me.
This isn’t just a one-and-done kind of thing—it’s an invitation to keep learning.
All Courses
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Learn How To Backpack
AVAILABLE NOW
A comprehensive beginner course to get you backpacking with confidence.
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6 Weeks To Solo Backpacking
COMING SOON
A progression-based course to help you go from zero to your first solo backpacking trip.
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Thru-Hiking 101
IN DEVELOPMENT
Learn how to plan, prepare, and execute a thru-hike with the confidence to see it through.
Who these are for
✅ Anyone looking for some honest, no-nonsense help getting started
✅ Beginners who want clear, straightforward instructions
✅ Folks who want to gain confidence before heading into the backcountry
✅ People who feel stuck or overwhelmed by all the conflicting advice out there
What makes these different
✅ Designed for regular people, not elite athletes
✅ Affordable and accessible
✅ Learn at your own pace, on your own schedule
✅ Mentorship if you need help along the way
I didn’t grow up in an outdoorsy family. We did a few hikes here and there, some camping, a little hunting—but nothing too crazy. What I know today, I learned when I was much older— through trial and error, thousands of miles, and learning from those who came before me.
My passion is passing down to others what I’ve learned so they can skip the frustration and get to the good stuff sooner. I meet people where they are, with zero judgment—because I know what it's like to be in their shoes. Everyone has to start somewhere, and if that’s you, you're in the right place.
I know I can help you start years ahead of where most people do—and with the knowledge and confidence to actually enjoy it.
About Me
Caleb, Student of Learn How To Backpack
“I bought your course a year ago it's been awesome made all my first solo trips a breeze!
Marc, Student of Learn How To Backpack
I didn’t expect to gain so much from the little things.
FAQs
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You get lifetime access to any course you enroll in.
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Not at all—these courses are designed to meet you wherever you're at.
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If you aren’t happy with the course, reach out within 30 days for a full refund.
Ready?
Pick a course, start learning, and let’s get after it. I’ll see you in there!