Meet Your Guide

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I believe that the best way to fall in love with a place is to understand how its pieces fit together. I grew up moving frequently as a military brat, which gave me a deep, lifelong fascination with the concept of "home" and how communities adapt to the distinct landscapes around them. When I arrived in Arizona, I realized I had uncovered a geographical masterpiece—the only state in the country defined by all four of North America’s major deserts.

I built findingaz.com to turn the rigorous science of a field naturalist into the pure joy of outdoor adventure. I don’t want to just point you toward a scenic overlook; I want to give you the keys to decode whatever environment you are standing in—whether you are hiking a rugged canyon trail, exploring a local museum, or sitting down to a meal featuring ancestral Southwest ingredients.

To ensure every field expedition and cultural highlight is backed by total accuracy, I have trained directly within Arizona’s leading environmental and botanical cooperative networks.