Jordan’s love for the wild began in the backseat of his father’s car, winding through the vast landscapes of the American West. Those road trips to U.S. national parks sparked an intense curiosity, and after graduating from high school in St. Louis, he took a gap year in Yellowstone, the world’s first national park.

While there, he worked for the park’s concessionaire and volunteered with the National Park Service. Immersed in Yellowstone’s geothermal wonders and iconic wildlife like bears, bison, wolves, elk, moose and more, he found his calling. In 2013, Jordan moved permanently to the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem to share his passion as a guide, and he relishes helping Nat Hab travelers uncover the intricate ecology of one of North America’s last great wildernesses.

Jordan’s passion for adventure extends beyond guiding. He has volunteered on organic farms, learning the rhythms of permaculture and sustainable agriculture. In 2016, he took on a different kind of challenge—thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail, a six-month trek that deepened his connection to the land. Whether rock climbing, backpacking or navigating backcountry trails, he thrives in wild places.