Your guide to the trail — hiker, explorer, and outdoor educator.

I’m James — a hiker, backpacker, photographer, and explorer who feels most at home on the trail. From mountain ridges to exploring dense forests, I’m always chasing the those moments that really make you take a step back and soak in the moment. I live for the outdoors.

Along the way, I’ve developed a passion for sharing those experiences. Whether it’s guiding others through their beginning backpacking journey, teaching safe foraging practices or documenting my own adventures, my goal is to inspire people to lace up their boots, step outside, and explore.

I grew up in Georgia, where my love for the outdoors started in the Boy Scouts and 4-H. After earning my Eagle Scout award at 13, I decided that one day I wanted to help teach others about the outdoors. Later, I would go on to work summer and winter camps teaching wilderness survival, backpacking and ecology, helping others learn to feel at home in wild places. That foundation grew into a lifelong mission: helping people reconnect with nature, slow down, and discover all that the great outdoors has to offer.

Now, through my hikes, photography, and outdoor storytelling, I share the tools and inspiration to explore farther, learn deeper, and embrace the adventure.

I collaborate with outdoor brands, gear companies, and travel partners to create authentic stories from the trail. From photography and video to blog features and social content, I highlight products in real outdoor conditions — hiking, foraging, and exploring the wild.

If you’d like to connect, reach out at james.rewild@gmail.com