Glacier National Park
We look forward to helping you get the very most out of your visit to Glacier National Park.
With so many choices, deciding what to do in Glacier National Park can feel daunting. You shouldn’t have to worry about missing out on incredible hikes, views, and opportunities you didn’t know existed. That’s where we come in.
Meet Haley
We love the warm welcome you’ve been giving the staff so far, please keep it coming! Next up we’re introducing Haley! Everyone, meet Haley! Haley, everyone! Role: Outdoor Education SpecialistHometown: Puyallup, WAUniversities: BA Psychology University of Washington Tacoma, MA Organizational Leadership Gonzaga University #gozags! The five words that describe Haley’s essence are energy, possibility, hearth,…
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Meet Natalie
Alright friends, it’s time to introduce you to another new member of the Glacier Institute team, Natalie Wright! Please give this city gal a warm, country welcome! Role: Outdoor Education SpecialistHometown: New York, New York 🍎University: George Washington University Our beloved Natalie from New York, yes, the city, brings to us a vast knowledge and…
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Meet Mikaela
We’re happy to introduce this next gal to all you Glacier Institute fans out there! Mikaela Joerz is such a lovely addition to our team, she’ll be working primarily with our youth programs during her time here in Glacier! Role: Outdoor Education SpecialistHometown: Mesa, ArizonaUniversity: Arizona State University #GoDevils Mikaela Joerz, a nature enthusiast, was…
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Meet Abby
Next up for staff introductions is Abby Caspersen! Put on your listening ears class, because our friend Abby has a degree in elementary education and isn’t afraid to use it! Role: Outdoor Education SpecialistHometown: Fredericksburg, VirginiaUniversity: Colorado University, Boulder #GoBuffs Abby grew up in a cozy little town outside Fredericksburg, Virginia, surrounded by woods. She…
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Benefits of Hiking with a Guide in Glacier National Park
Stories. It can all be summed up with that one word. These days, you can save yourself some dollars and spend hours researching before you come to Glacier. You arrived armed with an organized list of “Top Hikes in Glacier Park” and “Best Places to View Wildlife,” ready to have a great trip, And I…
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Anthony’s Top Five Hikes in Glacier National Park
Growing up in Minnesota, our annual trip to Montana was the highlight of the year. We’d load as many sandwich ingredients as would fit in the cooler into our ‘89 Plymouth Voyager and make the 17 hour drive to Bigfork, MT to stay with my uncle for the week. While we couldn’t afford much, Glacier…
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Bear Encounters
This is, by far, the most common question we hear from tourists and guests in Glacier National Park. “What do I do if I see a bear?” Well, let me tell you, the answer is simple if you can remember S.P.R.A.Y.. This quick, five-letter, mnemonic will give you the basic steps necessary to avoid bear…
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Meet Josef
Real fans of the Institute might recognize this next Outdoor Education Specialist…. Meet Josef McKee, aka Joe, better known around Big Creek as GI Joe has returned to the Institute after a summer as an intern in 2021. Role: Outdoor Education SpecialistHometown: Paw Paw, Illinois University: Southern Illinois University #GoSalukis Josef comes from the small town…
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Meet Liz
It’s time for another staff introduction! Everyone, please meet Liz Heneghan, one of our outstanding Outdoor Education Specialists for this season! Role: Outdoor Education SpecialistHometown: Cleveland, OhioUniversity: The Ohio State University #BuckeyeForLife Liz, better known as Lizard, brings a calm and collected demeanor to staff, thanks to her ability to use cloud watching and nature…
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