Samantha Strauss
For Sam, guiding is a very personal endeavor. It is a chance to connect with people of different backgrounds, cultures and perspectives. It is building kinship over mutual awe of Earth. And it is sharing each other's passion for adventure. As a science communicator, Sam feels her work with Nat Hab is purpose-driven. By deepening her understanding of a place, she feels a greater sense of responsibility to the land's inhabitants, its beauty and its future. As an Expedition Leader, she wakes up every day intending to help others deepen their relationship with the land around them through experiential learning.
When Sam isn't out trying to find her favorite animal (otters), she enjoys writing and exploring nearby rivers and trails in Jackson Hole. Sam is passionate about wilderness medicine and volunteers as a Firefighter and EMT in her community.