Known Superhero Powers
Ker Bear uses her super juggling powers to help keep all those Alpengirl balls in the air. She can navigate the fiercest of rivers while plotting trip itineraries, conquer mountain summits in the midst of managing logistics, and inspire our incredible Alpenguides to deliver the best trips of the summer…while letting loose at a roadside dance party. Lead by example, after all!
History
Originally from Chicago, IL, Keren fell in love with the outdoors in her many years of sleepaway camp in the Berkshires of Massachusetts. With a B.A. in Political Science from Stanford University, Keren quickly realized the world of politics wasn’t for her, and bought a one-way ticket to New Zealand in search of adventure. After two years in the South Pacific, she returned to the U.S. and found her way into the guiding world.
Keren brings nearly a decade of experience in the outdoor guiding world to Alpengirl, having led whitewater rafting expeditions and hiking and biking tours all over the world. She spent her time steering boats down the Snake River in Wyoming and the Rio Grande in New Mexico, leading bikers through the winding roads of Croatia and New Zealand, and organizing multi-adventure trips through the heart of Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. While nomadic at heart, she has found her base in the Mountain West, where she continues to explore and be inspired by the region’s rugged wilderness and breathtaking landscapes.
As Alpengirl’s Director, Keren leads with a deep passion for adventure, mentorship, and sustainability. She holds a Master’s Degree in Sustainability in the Outdoor Industry from the University of Colorado Boulder and is committed to ensuring that Alpengirl’s programs and operations reflect care for both people and the planet. She is continually inspired by the strength, curiosity, and joy of the Alpengirls she works with and is dedicated to helping every camper and guide discover their own sense of adventure and confidence in the outdoors.
Certifications
Wilderness First Responder and CPR; American Red Cross Lifeguarding; Swiftwater Rescue Training (SRT-I); American Association of Snowboard Insturctors Level I; American Institute for Avalanche Research and Education Level I
Current Base & Operations
Bozeman, Montana. Keren can be found (surprise!) outside – mountain biking on the trails, snowboarding down the slopes, paddling the rivers, and spending as much time as possible with her pup, Oscar. The size of her costume closet is equal to her normal one, and her glitter application skills are unmatched. She takes any and all opportunities to explore and adventure with friends!