H E Y T H E R E !
I’m Adele
Chasing beauty and freedom through travel, wilderness, and art.
See My Adventure ResumeBlending Land, Story & Soul
From Alaska to the ocean and across the American West, my life has been shaped by wild places, honest work, and hands-on living. I’ve split wood in minus-40, guided Class Five whitewater, and run sled dogs through remote terrain—experiences that taught me to stay calm in chaos, think ahead, and trust my hands to get the job done.
Now, I’m seeking a long-term ranch role where I can deepen my connection with animals, contribute to something meaningful, and continue living close to the land. I run a remote creative business with flexible hours, giving me the freedom to fully commit to daily ranch life. Whether hauling hay, fixing fence, or caring for animals, I bring patience, presence, and a work ethic rooted in independence and community.
My background in design and storytelling adds depth to how I approach life and work—with attention to detail, respect for process, and a belief that beauty and function go hand in hand. I’m here to be useful, dependable, and part of something real.
Adventurer
At 18, I became an outdoor guide, leading wilderness trips that demanded grit, quick thinking, and strong leadership. Since then, I’ve traveled extensively—across borders, backroads, and through rugged terrain. These experiences taught me how to stay calm under pressure, adapt fast, and read people and environments with accuracy—all traits I now bring to every team I work with.
Creator
My purpose has always been to create. I earned a Master of Fine Arts in Graphic Design and spent over a decade building a creative business—but my roots are in physical, tangible work. Whether building websites online or mending fences, I bring care, precision, and a deep respect for craft. I run my business from a truck camper office, proving that remote wilderness and remote work can coexist.
Sojourner
I’ve lived out of a truck, taught in remote villages, and traveled internationally, always seeking out wild, hands-on experiences. Movement isn’t escapism—it’s how I learn. I thrive in tight-knit communities, especially ones built around shared purpose and physical work. I show up fully, contribute with intention; whether mucking stalls, hauling hay, or running sled dogs in subzero terrain.
I have no special talents.
I am only passionately curious.
—Albert Einstein
Places that shaped me...
Colorado
Colorado is where it all began. At 18, I became a commercial raft guide, spending seasons on the Colorado and Green Rivers. Long days on the water and nights under the stars taught me how to lead, adapt, and read both people and terrain. That work sparked a love for the outdoors that still fuels me today. Colorado gave me the foundation to build a life rooted in effort, presence, and adventure.
Alaska
Alaska was my proving ground. I spent a decade running sled dogs, hauling water, and living without modern amenities. It taught me resilience, patience, and how to work with animals in extreme conditions. I also launched my creative business from an off-grid cabin, balancing design with the rhythm of the land. Alaska taught me to stay calm in chaos and trust my own hands to get the job done.
Bali
Adventure Resume
2004-2008
Class 5 Commercial Raft Guide
Paddle Raft & Oar Boat
Prescott College — Field instructor (AZ)
Raft Masters — Commercial guide (CO)
Wilderness Aware Rafting — Commerical guide (AZ)
Arkansas River (CO)
Clear Creek (CO)
Upper Salt River Canyon (AZ)
Grand Canyon (AZ)
Cataract Canyon (UT)
Gates of Lodore (CO)
Snake River (WY)
Remote Expeditions
- 3-month sea kayaking in Sea of Cortez (Based out of Kino Bay, Mexico)
- 3-week Grand Canyon raft trip — Lees Ferry to Lake Mead take-out (trip leader)
- 4-week Green & Colorado River trip — 300 miles (field instructor)
- 3-month expedition with NOLS (National Outdoor Leadership School) — semester in the Southwest
2008-2013
Dog Mushing Guide
Seavey’s Ididaride
Summer — Seward, AK
Summer handler and cart dog mushing guide
Paws for Adventure
Winter — Fairbanks, AK
Guiding day trips all winter
2-6 day backcountry trips in February/March
Destinations to Tolovana Roadhouse, White Mountains, and Maclaren River lodge with arctic oven overnights.
Remote Expeditions
- 4-week geologist field hand & cook (remote helicopter drop in the Yukon-Koyukuk region)
- 3-week skijor trip loosely following the Taiga 300 dog mushing route (Lake Louise, AK)
- 1-week skijor trips to Tolovana Roadhouse (Nenana, AK)
2013-2024
Class 4 Commercial Raft Guide
Paddle Raft on Clear Creek
Clear Creek Rafting — Commercial guide (CO)
Packrafting & Personal Trips
Six Mile
Nenana River
Moose Creek
Echo Bend, Eagle River
Chulitna River
Fortymile River
Upper Chena River
Portage Creek
Susitna River
Glacier Creek
Kenai River
Nigu River
Etivluk River
Colville River
Remote Expeditions
- 4-week arctic river trip as UAF logistics guide for research trip (Put-in at the headwaters of the Nigu River > Etivluk > Colville > Take-out in Nuiqsut)
- International travel through Indonesia, Morocco, Spain, Portugal, Canada, Germany, Thailand, Vietnam, Australia, and Singapore
Education
Master of Fine Arts
Graphic Design
Academy of Art University
San Francisco, CA — 2016
Bachelor of Fine Arts
Environmental Education
Prescott College
Prescott, AZ — 2007
Medical/Technical
Avalanche Training (Level 1)
Alaska Avalanche School with Joe Stock
Manitoba Hut, AK — 2016
Wilderness First Responder
NOLS Wilderness Medicine
Talkeetna, AK — 2014
Volunteer Fire Fighter
Ester Volunteer Fire Department
Ester, AK — 2009
Wilderness EMT
NOLS Wilderness Medicine
Lander, WY — 2007
More About Adele
Creative Director & Adventure Guide
You could call me a jack of all trades—with experience ranging from running a design studio and teaching at the university level to working as a seamstress at an outdoor gear company, bartender, construction worker, and cook. That mix of creative, academic, and hands-on work has shaped my adaptability, work ethic, and grounded approach to every project. I earned a Master of Fine Arts and launched Live Large Design to support mission-driven brands with heart and clarity.
I recently founded West of Normal—a platform that brings together adventure, creativity, and meaningful connection. Whether I’m guiding in the field or building a brand from the ground up, my work is rooted in curiosity, craftsmanship, and care.
When I’m not working, I’m usually off-grid in my DIY truck camper, skiing, surfing, or exploring the backcountry. I feel most at home in the wide-open spaces of the American West—riding horses, helping friends with ranch work, and spending long days outside. At heart, I’m a natural host, a steady hand, and a lover of big landscapes—values that guide everything I do.
To say that our trip to Alaska was a once-in-a-lifetime experience doesn’t do it justice. I have dreamt about going there since I was a kid, so I wasn’t sure if it would match up to my expectations. I was proven wrong at every turn with Adele’s guidance. The pure, unspoiled beauty of the landscape, the wildlife, the people... I honestly don’t know how to put it into words.
One thing I do know is that the trip would have been nothing without Adele. You couldn’t ask for a better host, guide, travel companion, and friend.
Her knowledge, expertise, and sense of adventure are second to none: whether you are dog mushing, skijoring, hiking, or cross-country skiing to some remote cabin, jumping naked in the snow from an outdoor hot tub, or doing donuts in the truck on a snow-covered airfield. Adele has a thirst for life that is completely infectious. More importantly, she’s one the kindest, most generous people I’ve ever had the good fortune to meet. My experience of Alaska will stay with me forever!
—Andrej Person
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