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Author: jesse-metzger

Jesse Metzger, class of '19, manages the Catalyst's audio section. A former Web Editor and contributor for the Active Life section at the Catalyst, Jesse is a Film & Media Studies major with a minor in Journalism. Jesse enjoys spending time outdoors, cooking, and playing intense games of bananagrams.

Spotlight on Senior Outdoor Education Leaders: Will Sardinsky

Posted on May 16, 2017 by Jesse Metzger

An avid outdoor enthusiast, Will Sardinsky began leading trips for the Outdoor Recreation Committee during his sophomore year. He has since led countless CC students down both whitewater rapids and brown-dirt hiking trails while working […]

Spotlight on Senior Outdoor Education Leaders: Bennett Silverman

Posted on May 8, 2017May 8, 2017 by Jesse Metzger

When Bennett Silverman graduates from Colorado College this May, he will be ending his four years of leadership with the school’s Outdoor Recreation Committee. Silverman has led dozens of ORC excursions since first becoming involved […]

Career Whitewater Instructor David Hughes Offers Advice for Students Learning to Kayak

Posted on Apr 7, 2017Apr 23, 2017 by Jesse Metzger

David Hughes has instructed whitewater kayaking since 1998, beginning with a high school program called Adventure Quest. Five years later, he founded his own kayak-oriented high school program, New River Academy. In 2010, Hughes founded […]

How to Build a Quigloo in Three Easy Steps

Posted on Dec 10, 2016Feb 19, 2017 by Jesse Metzger

Forget snowmen. Build a “quigloo.” You’ll need to invest some time and some sweat, and it can’t be done without a bunch of friends willing to help, but the ultimate snow creation is your reward. […]

Emmett de Maynadier Brings Whitewater Stoke and Vision to CC

Posted on Nov 5, 2016Feb 5, 2017 by Jesse Metzger

Emmett de Maynadier is a Colorado College sophomore, an avid whitewater enthusiast, and the Outdoor Recreation Committee’s (ORC) newly-appointed Whitewater Raft Coordinator. Already the Whitewater Kayak Coordinator, de Maynadier now addresses all things river-recreation-related at […]

Bureau of Land Management Ruling Allows Colorado College Outdoor Department Access to Moab Whitewater

Posted on Oct 4, 2016Feb 5, 2017 by Jesse Metzger

Some of Utah’s best beginner-friendly whitewater and towering canyon walls are now available to Colorado College students, thanks to the Outdoor Recreation Committee (ORC). The ORC is the outdoor club on campus, connected with CC’s […]

Lessons Learned from Whitewater Kayaking

Posted on Apr 25, 2016Feb 22, 2018 by Jesse Metzger

Whitewater enthusiasts will often say that the river is the best teacher. I could not agree more. While this may be true within a kayaking context, I have also come to learn that the river’s […]

Three (More) Tips to Improve Your Next Backpacking Trip

Posted on Mar 27, 2016 by Jesse Metzger

1. Ditch the CamelBak Hands-free hydration bladders like CamelBaks are convenient to drink from while on the move, but if a hiker has access to water sources throughout the day, the bladder will likely make […]

Four Hacks to Improve Your Next Backpacking Trip

Posted on Feb 19, 2016Feb 20, 2016 by Jesse Metzger

1. Hike with a fanny pack Seriously. It’s the best. Those little hip-belt pockets on most backpacks are great for a granola bar, but if you’re in the mood to hike continuously without taking off […]

Backcountry Water Treatment Goes Lightweight

Posted on Jan 27, 2016Apr 19, 2017 by Jesse Metzger

Stomach bugs suck. So do heavy backpacks. Luckily, backpackers who enjoy neither lugging heavy items nor digging a cat-hole every hour can find a light but effective water purification system if they know what to […]

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