John Muir

I'm an avid naturalist with a deep love and appreciation for wilderness and the outdoors. I've spent countless years getting to the know the soul of theNorth American mountains — from Baja up the spine of California to the glacier lands of Alaska. It's my delight to share my knowledge, expertise, and insights in hopes of sparking a new and meaningful conservation movement.
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Stories

A Very Special Mount RitterThe eye, rejoicing in its freedom, roves about the vast expanse, yet returns again and again to the fountain-peaks.read more
The Calypso BorealisI long sought a rare orchid, the Calypso borealis. This is the story of its discovery...read more

3 Reviews

Silvia recommends John
Jul 2020
The mountains are calling and I must go. Go with John! A master guide and a poetic bard, John won't disappoint. If you're reading this, don't think twice!
Justin recommends John
Jul 2020
A wise soul with literally an encyclopedic knowledge of the region. I've urged him to write a few books to document his vast expertise! John is now not just a new friend, but an idol!
Annie recommends John
Jul 2020
John led me and my family on a stellar backpacking trip in Yosemite. He was tremendously knowledgable about the landscape and how to preserve it.