Kate Keith-Simms

Kate grew up in the Southwest, exploring New Mexico mainly through hiking and skiing. She moved to Durango Colorado to study Outdoor Education and received her Bachelor’s degree in 2021. In Durango, her passion for a wide array of outdoor activities took off, some including rock climbing, canyoning, backpacking, and alpine scrambling. Since graduating, Kate decided to brave the rain, moving to Washington in late 2021. Once settled, Kate has discovered a newfound excitement in learning more about mountaineering and swift-water canyoning. As a young outdoor professional, Kate is eager to gain experience in all realms of the outdoor industry.