ACMG Certified Hiking Guide & Wilderness Safety Instructor. A veteran of the British Columbia backcountry with 12 years of experience leading expeditions and teaching survival skills in the Canadian Rockies and Coastal ranges.
Callum MacNeil is a certified Association of Canadian Mountain Guides (ACMG) hiking guide and a former volunteer for North Shore Search and Rescue. His career is built on mitigating risk in extreme environments, from the wet, root-slicked trails of the West Coast Trail to the avalanche-prone slopes of the Rogers Pass. Callum's writing bridges the gap between recreational enthusiasm and professional safety standards, offering technical advice on gear selection, wildlife encounter protocols, and backcountry navigation without cell service. He specializes in preparing hikers for the physical and mental demands of Canada's wilderness, ensuring they understand the difference between a walk in the park and a remote alpine scramble.