Sarah Jenkins is a Wilderness First Responder and certified outdoor guide with 12 years of field experience in the American West. She specializes in safety protocols for National Parks, focusing on heat management and high-altitude hiking. Sarah teaches travellers how to explore wild environments responsibly while avoiding common dangers like dehydration and wildlife encounters.
Sarah Jenkins is a highly experienced outdoor professional who has spent over a decade guiding expeditions through some of North America's most challenging terrains. With a background in Geology and Environmental Science from the University of Colorado Boulder, she possesses a scientific understanding of the landscapes she explores, from the geothermal features of Yellowstone to the sandstone formations of Utah. Sarah holds advanced certifications as a Wilderness First Responder (WFR) and Leave No Trace Master Educator, qualifications that underpin her safety-first approach to adventure travel. She has worked extensively with the National Park Service as an interpretive guide, helping visitors navigate the risks associated with extreme environments, such as the searing heat of Death Valley and the thin air of the Rocky Mountains. Her writing focuses on practical survival skills, educating tourists on essential hydration strategies, correct gear selection for desert hiking, and the critical 'turn-around times' to avoid summer lightning storms. Sarah is passionate about ethical wildlife observation, providing strict guidelines on how to view bears, bison, and elk safely without disturbing their natural behaviours. She aims to bridge the gap between casual tourism and serious outdoor exploration, ensuring that visitors are physically and mentally prepared for the realities of the American wilderness.