About Us
Our goal is to explore the world and have fun doing it. We deliver bespoke, guided trips designed to exceed your comfort zone all while having fun and making new friends. Come with someone or come alone, you will have a great time and leave with stories to tell.
Steve and Gabriel had been leading hikes and having so much fun learning and adventuring that they decided to take things to the next level and share this lifestyle with even more people.
If you are new to this, we will help you get up to speed and experience it for yourself in a safe, fun way. Join us!
Steve Mark
Co-Founder / Co-Owner / Sr. Guide
Trail Names: Kaos, Avatar
Steve has been hiking for over 10 years and backpacking for 5. A native of Los Angeles, he enjoys getting as far away from civilization as possible, bringing people together to create communities and simply having a good time. You can also find him skiing, kayaking, indoor rock climbing, SCUBA diving, searching for pubs with dart boards, urban exploring and occasionally hosting a group cooking party.
When he's not on the trail or adventuring, Steve works in technical product management. He is also a leader in over 20 large, LA-based social and hiking Meetups.
Steve has led countless group hikes and backpacking trips. He is certified in Wilderness First Aid and currently working on a guide certification.
Gabriel Talamantes
Co-Founder / Co-Owner / Sr. Guide
Trail Name: Training Day
Gabriel has been hiking and backpacking ten years and leading hikes for the past two. A native of Los Angeles, he loves to cook and experiment with upgrading the normal culinary offerings available in the backcountry.
Away from the great outdoors, Gabriel works in HR during the day and looks for adventures at night and on weekends. He enjoys helping people new to the trails and outdoors. He also leads hikes for several large LA meetup groups.
Gabriel is certified in Wilderness First Aid.