Camping with Katie Nuessly

Meet Katie Nuessly, an Ecologist with the Science Directorate for the NPS. Her favorite part about working for the park service is applying the science she creates to real conservation challenges, and being part of conservation solutions! When she is not working you can find her doing yoga, dancing, hiking, reading, gardening, and dreaming up new adventures.

Favorite camping memory?
Fall in the Great Smoky Mountains - wet, earthy smelling trails and a crisp temperature.

Favorite park to camp in?
In the redwoods, somewhere north of San Francisco. The instant you step out of your car, the silence and the fresh air welcomes you.

Perfect camping experience?
Great food, full breakfast, a view, and loved ones to share it all with.

Favorite camp activity?
Singing old bluegrass songs around the campfire with friends.

Favorite season to camp?
Summer for the wildflowers and Fall for the colors!

Most "frivoulous" item you must bring?
French press for COFFEE!

Who would you invite on a dream camping trip?
All my girlfriends. I would cherish the ability to laugh with them and learn from them- all together!

Frontcountry or backcountry?
Both!

Advice to a novice camper?
Bring a trashbag (an easy thing to forget-pack it in pack it out!), biodegradable soap (clean dishes are much nicer to eat off of), and a flashlight (I always seem to forget this)!

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