Mitch Bessette

Mitch Bessette has extensive experience in hospitality and outdoor leadership, currently serving as the Wilderness Hostel Manager for Hostelling International since April 2014, where responsibilities include managing remote hostels in the Canadian Rocky Mountains, overseeing all managerial tasks, and providing guests with expert knowledge on local outdoor activities. Prior to this role, Mitch worked as a Tour Guide for Moose Travel Network from March 2013 to October 2013, independently leading trips along the Icefields Parkway and coordinating guest itineraries. Earlier experience includes serving as a Skating Supervisor and Youth Activity Organizer for the District of Mission from September 2008 to December 2011, focusing on engaging at-risk youth in positive activities and mentorship. Mitch pursued education at Thompson Rivers University from 2014 to 2015.