samanthakeenan89
Sep 2024
I was on a short trip to Boulder prior to a wedding. I'm a "flatlander" and wasn't sure what to expect. I trained a bit prior to the trip to attempt to handle the altitude and am generally a pretty physically fit person. When I met up with Preston I was surprised to find that I was the only person to sign up that day. I told him the hikes I had completed since my arrival, explained how I had been training, and told him that I wanted to be challenged. Preston did not disappoint. He took me up Green mountain from a trail by the ranger cabin. This included a 3,000 foot elevation gain across 2.5 miles up a rock scramble. As a female traveling alone I felt safe and comfortable. Preston is not only an intuitive guide but an excellent conversationalist. We chatted the whole time. He shared stories of his international travel, trips he's planned, and work as a guide. Preston is a truly awesome person and you would be remiss to not work a hike with him into your schedule. 10/10 would hike with again.