TJ took improv comedy classes at the Upright Citizens Brigade in LA.

TJ and I met at the Jack Mountain Bushcraft School in Masardis, Maine.

Before coming to Bushcraft school, TJ attended bike school in Ashland, Oregon.

Souther Oregon University offers a Masters in Outdoor Adventure & Expedition Leadership.

TJ and I both considered enrolling in a National Outdoor Leadership School course but ultimately decided not to enroll.

Once TJ and I went to a bar in Ashland, ME specifically to watch the Miami Dolphins play. It took several phone calls to the boss man and cable finagling but they eventually put on the game.

Forgetting Sarah Marshal is a great film, look for TJ clapping in the wedding scene.

Miracle is one of TJ’s favorite films, it tells the true story of the 1980 US hockey team’s victory over Russia.

Ernest Shackelton was a professional explorer known for his expeditions to Antartica. He’s also one of TJ’s heros.

If you visit TJ’s home state of South Dakota, stop by the Crazy Horse Memorial.