After giving up a soul-crushing corporate job, Adam Sawyer now describes himself as a Professional Gentleman of Leisure. A freelance writer and photographer, he also offers guided hikes around the Portland, OR area. He has hiked extensively throughout the Pacific Northwest and enjoys sharing his discoveries.

Roddy Scheer is a writer and photographer specializing in nature, the outdoors, environmental issues and travel. He has been living in and exploring the Pacific Northwest since 1999 and has become a trusted source for information on the region's outdoor recreation opportunities. His writing has appeared regularly in publications including Seattle Magazine, Northwest Travel and E/The Environmental Magazine, and he has co-authored the books Mt. St. Helens: The Continuing Story (KC Publications, 2005) and Earthtalk: Questions & Answers About Our Environment (Plume, 2009). Meanwhile, his stock photography collection of iconic Northwest nature and wildlife subjects includes more than 10,000 images and is represented by the Danita Delimont Agency, while his fine art prints have been featured in three solo exhibitions and are for sale directly via his website and through a handful of galleries. For more information, check out www.roddyscheer.com.