Outside research, I am happiest when I am travelling or somewhere outdoors. Hiking, camping, snowboarding, and exploring Western Canada have become part of how I reset and regain perspective.
I lived in Edmonton, Alberta from 2019 onward, and that stretch of time made the Canadian Rockies feel close and familiar. Banff, Jasper, and the surrounding trails became regular escapes from academic routines.
What started as simply getting outside became one of the most grounding parts of my life.
Wide trails, changing alpine color, and the kind of terrain that makes a long day outside feel easy to justify.
Cold nights, clear skies, and the sort of view that reminds me why astronomy still feels personal outside work too.
Quiet water, easy light, and the kind of stop that turns a drive into a full day worth remembering.
One of many places where the scale of the landscape does the work of clearing your head for you.
The map below gathers hiking trails, campgrounds, ski resorts, and other memorable stops from the last several years.