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The staff at Redoubt Mountain Lodge have been recognized as some of the most knowledgeable, patient, and enthusiastic in the business. All of our guides are accomplished fisherman, naturalists, instructors and boatmen that are CPR & First Aid certified complimented by Wilderness EMT & Wilderness First Responders.
Our goal at RML is to provide you with a safe and informative guided experience that is tailored to meet and exceed your expectations. A successful trip should include an excitement to experience the day from the moment you wake up all the way to sharing the day’s adventures around the bonfire. This happens by friendly faces greeting you throughout the day, a close attention to detail and a desire to make each and every guest's stay unique.
Each staff member at Redoubt Mountain Lodge strives to deliver a level of customer service far exceeding the rest. Aside from the wonderful scenery, phenomenal fishing, abundance of bear & wildlife and numerous activities, guests at Redoubt Mountain Lodge are guaranteed a high level of personal attention.
Ryan Richards grew up on the Olympic Peninsula of Washington state. With a wealth of outdoor activities it was only natural for a passion to develop early in life. Throughout his college days, Ryan spent most of his time at the outdoor program serving as a rafting guide on rivers in Washington, Idaho and Montana. Upon receiving his degree in 2004, Ryan came to Redoubt and has been hooked ever since. When not at Redoubt, Ryan spends most of his time flying throughout the “bush” of Alaska, fishing all waters & remodeling something. Ryan claims Redoubt as his true home and says, “Once I convince Heather we will remain at RML year round.
Heather was born in Boise, Idaho and has grown up in the Western United States. Her love of the outdoors started at a young age whitewater rafting with her father. Heather has spent her employable years within the service industry; including restaurant, retail and yachting. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and is a Nationally Certified Massage Therapist. Around the lodge, you'll find here doing an array of duties. Heather strives to make Redoubt a “home away from home” for each guest.
Sasha Kliman has developed a life with a passion for nature, adventure and culinary perfection. Growing up in Northern California and graduating with a psychology degree from The University of Colorado at Boulder she found the importance of incorporating the outdoors into every aspect of her life. On her free time you will find her splitboarding in the backcountry, fly fishing, jamming on her guitar or creating magic in the kitchen.
Keegan grew up in Northern California, and spent much of his time as a child fishing and exploring the Sierra Nevada Mountains. He studied Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Colorado, Boulder, which fueled his passion for nature and the outdoors. When he is not at Redoubt Mountain Lodge, you can find him chasing high elevation trout throughout the Sierra Nevada and Rocky Mountains, or climbing and skiing mountains across the western US.
Jessica was born in Alaska and grew up on the hillside overlooking Anchorage. From an early age she developed a passion for the great outdoors and all the wild creatures inhabiting it. Knowing her life had to revolve around wildlife, she earned her degree in Biology and set out to work on various wildlife research projects across the lower 48. Despite her nomadic tendencies, the pull of Alaska is far too strong. Jessica now spends the majority of her time in the great state, usually in remote places such as Redoubt. Aside from being an entertaining and knowledgeable guide, “Gable” is also Redoubt’s resident artist. You can find her creations on display throughout the property, as well as in the Bear Den Gift Shop!!
Quincy was born and raised in St. George, Utah. As a youth, most of his time was spent hiking in Zion, snowboarding, camping, and fishing various lakes and rivers throughout Utah. Following high school, Quincy played four years of college basketball at Dixie State University while earning a degree in Business Administration. Quincy is an accomplished outdoorsman having spent countless hours fly fishing, hunting and recreating throughout the mountains of Utah, Idaho, and Wyoming. In addition to his outdoor pursuits, Quincy is finishing his apprenticeship as an electrician.
Mike returns to Redoubt for his 10th season as a bear & wildlife guide bringing with him a lifetime of outdoor recreation & travel. It's a toss up weather he spends more time golfing or guiding, but one thing is certain he knows the bears of Lake Clark National Park better than the bunkers at Pebble Beach. His relationship and understanding of the Alaskan wilderness will create an unforgettable day.
Savannah was born and raised in the Appalachian foothills of Alabama. She spent all of her time outside climbing trees and chasing critters. When she went to college, it was a no brainer that she would study Wildlife Biology. After earning her degree, she couldn’t decide if she wanted to go north for the bears or south for the monkeys, so she did both! Savannah got her start at Redoubt in 2016, and has spent 8 summers watching bears and catching fish in the beautiful Alaskan wilderness. She has wintered in the warm jungles of Central America to research primate genetics– i.e. collect monkey poop in the name of science! She even spent a winter in the only Spanish-speaking African country, Equatorial Guinea, tagging sea turtles.
Savannah’s most recent adventure led her to the Southwest. She leads adolescents on backpacking excursions through southern Utah with her dog, Chief. She calls Durango, Colorado, home, where she spends her time practicing yoga and exploring the Animas river.
Garrett grew up in Lake Tahoe California where he developed a strong appreciation for the outdoors. He spent much of his upbringing racing cars, skiing, hiking and fishing with his parents. His appreciation of the outdoors led him to Oregon, where he is now a senior at Oregon State University pursuing a degree in fisheries and wildlife. When he's not studying you can often find him on Oregon's rivers swinging flies for steelhead and salmon. During the winter months Garrett returns home to work for a ski shop and visit his family. He enjoys meeting new people and is excited to show you around Lake Clark National Park.
Sheldon was born in Northwest Oregon and grew up with a love for wildlife. From an early age, he volunteered at a wetland preserve learning and teaching about the wildlife in his area. His interest would intensify when he was Visiting family in Alaska every summer only intensified his love of the outdoors - especially camping and fishing. Since then, he has been searching for the most elusive wildlife he can find, and capturing with either a camera or fishing rod.
Erica fell in love with Alaska during her first summer at Redoubt Mountain Lodge and has since moved to Anchorage in the off-season. She enjoys fly fishing, pack rafting, making wildflower bouquets and exploring these Alaskan mountains she now calls home. Let her share her passion for espresso by welcoming you into the lodge with one of her delicious speciality lattes. It won’t take long to see why we’ve nicknamed her our lodge’s Disney Princess!
Holly grew up in Tahoe City, California where she spent her free time hiking, skiing, swimming, fishing, and camping. She is a senior at Oregon State University studying psychology and photography. She loves shooting pictures of whatever she can, whether it’s people, bears, or landscapes especially with her film camera. Holly spent many of her summers working at the best rafting company on the Truckee River, and she's stoked to now be working in beautiful Lake Clark National Park. After visiting her brother, Garrett, at the lodge in 2022, she knew she'd be back and she's thrilled to be able to share this experience with others.
Alina Zebb, a Northern California native and alumna of San Francisco State University, holds a degree in Cultural Anthropology. After a successful career in Silicon Valley startups, she followed her sisters to Alaska, thriving on adventure. At the lodge, she brings warmth and positivity to every guest, embodying her passion for health and wellness through yoga and pottery. In the off-season, you'll find her dancing on the beach or with a book in her hand, embracing life's beauty.
Amber was born and raised in California. She moved to Boise, Idaho in 2010 to pursue a career in Early Childhood Education. She loves to instill the love of learning through an environment where creativity, imagination, and curiosity are alive. Amber's first trip to Redoubt was as a nanny, and now she's returning for her 4th year.....but as a Hospitality Specialist! In her free time, Amber enjoys being in the outdoors (especially hiking, boating, visiting hot springs), being social, and staying active. We are excited to have Amber at the lodge, sharing her beautiful smile with everyone!
Trevor, a Midwest nice-kinda-guy, grew up spending a lot of his time in the woods of Wisconsin where he grew an appreciation for the natural things in life. In his 20’s he ventured out west to explore the mountains. This is where Trevor found his passion for fly fishing and exploring. As he progressed through his 20’s he knew that his life would revolve around fishing, photography and wild places. Trevor currently resides in western North Carolina where he guides and chases wild trout in the blue ridge and Appalachian Mountains. If Trevor isn’t chasing wild trout or musky on the fly you can find him with a camera in his hand taking pictures and doing video work for companies in the outdoor industry. Trevor has a true passion for being outside and loves sharing his passion with others.
Shera grew up in Northern California being pulled to the outdoors and exploring remote areas any chance she got. She’s currently completing her degree at ASU online in Anthropology and minoring in Psychology. She fills her winter coaching kids to ski and snowboard at Alpine Meadows in Lake Tahoe as well fly fishing, mountain biking, split boarding, surfing, baking, and painting.
Brandon was born and raised in the Texas Hill Country. He spent his childhood kayaking, rock climbing, skiing and fishing. After high school, he joined the army and served for four years. Brandon is now a van-lifer and homesteader, living off grid with his dog Donna in Durango, Colorado where he is working towards his degree in Adventure Education. In his free time, he enjoys rock climbing in the deserts of Utah and making pottery.
Catie was born and raised in Durango, Colorado, where she spent her childhood dancing, creating art, and playing outside. Growing up in a town like Durango made her very passionate about the great outdoors and the wildlife we share it with. She pursued a degree in Communications and Peace & Reconciliation, drawn to the versatility and applicability of these fields. With a curiosity about human behavior and the importance of productive dialogue, she found her passion. During her college years at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, she became certified in restorative justice and worked as a senior associate for the Center for Public Deliberation, facilitating community conversations. Her fascination with cross-cultural communication led her to Spain, where she studied social support across cultures. An avid gardener for years, she recently began focusing specifically on gardening flowers and creating beautiful flower bouquets. Additionally, she loves hiking and being outdoors as much as possible. Recently graduated, Catie holds a 400-hour Yoga Alliance certification, having dedicated over 200 additional hours to her training. Currently, she resides in Durango, Colorado, teaching yoga and continuing to explore her interests until her next adventure in Alaska.
