Owner, Mountain Bike and Kayak Guide

Nate fell in love with the outdoors in his early adolescence while camping with his brothers, cousins, and Uncle Shaun. A jack of many trades, Nate balances software and engineering work as the owner and lead engineer at Integrated Meaurement Systems, myriad creative projects including artisitc metal sculpting and pastel painting, time with his family, his favorite outdoor activity of downhill mountain biking, and now, ownership of Elevate Outdoors.

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On two wheels!

Kayak Guide

Chris is a passionate Sea Kayak Guide and Video Production Specialist from Woodland Hills, Ca. After discovering his love for Kayaking on the Colorado River, Chris and his wife Jacqueline moved into an RV and toured the west coast for 2 years before settling down in Port Angeles. On his days off he can be found exploring the coastline of the peninsula and working on film projects with his friends. His experience, patience and protective nature make him an asset and delight on the water with his guests and students.

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On the water!

Kayak Guide

Nina has been a guide with Adventures through Kayaking since 2019. She is from New York City on Munsee Lenape land and she moved across the country in 2018, finding a home on the Olympic Peninsula. She has a bachelors of science degree in biology from SUNY Binghamton and has always loved science education and environmental activism. In her free time she likes to do yoga and explore the forest for native mushrooms, wildflowers, and birds. She also works as a tour guide for Magic Forest Tours, an ecotourism company she founded that specializes in hiking and backpacking for beginners.

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Hannah is a returning guide & excited to explore the tide pools and mountain trails with new and seasoned guests. She balances seasonal employment with gigs in farming, sailing, and teaching outdoor education. When she’s not near the water, you’ll likely find Hannah square dancing, cooking with friends, or chasing the sun with her sweet pup.

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The Daily Dip! A few years ago my friends & I started taking daily dips, usually in the Dungeness River. As the daylight dwindled we moved into a monthly dip. You never regret a dip!!

Kayak Guide

An Olympic Peninsula native, Hayden served the community of Clallam county for 8 years as an EMT. After deciding to leave the medical field Hayden quickly rediscovered his love for all things on the water. An avid swimmer and self-proclaimed "polar bear" Hayden can often be seen taking a morning dip in the waters of Freshwater Bay. When he isn’t paddling the Strait of Juan de Fuca or swimming in the bay Hayden can also be found on stage enjoying another passion of his, playing music.

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In a boat or swimming, as long as it’s on the water

Kayak and Bike Guide

Bob is a self-proclaimed wilderness freak. He rediscovered mountain biking in his 40’s while undertaking a no-driving challenge. He commuted back and forth from work on his son’s too-small hardtail and fell in love with riding bicycles. Since then, Bob has dropped 60 pounds and restored his health. “Riding bicycles in the woods,” he says, “has probably saved my life.” Bob loves sea kayaking, hiking in the Olympics and swimming in Puget Sound. His favorite area in NW Washington is the Buckhorn Wilderness, on the eastern edge of the Olympics. He is passionate about introducing people to outdoor adventure because he’s experienced firsthand the dramatic life-enhancing magic of playing in the wild. Bob lives in Port Townsend. He is married, with 2 fantastic kids. His family also includes 2 very dumb dogs, 2 cats and too many chickens.

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