Naomi Judd
Naomi Judd, CIG, was first inspired by the Rocky Mountains of Colorado and her persuit of the mountains continued in the White Mountains of New Hampshire where she grew up and has hiked most of the 48 peaks above 4,000 feet.
She currently spends her days in Juneau, Alaska where she spent two seasons guiding on the Mendenhall Glacier and currently guides hikes through the rainforest of Southeast Alaska. Naomi recieved her BA in Adventure Writing, a self designed degree from Plymouth State University.
Naomi is a freelance writer, naturalist and guide based in Juneau, Alaska. Her writing ranges from news articles to narrative essays and nature writing, as well as book reviews and editorial work. She specializes in nature/adventure writing inspired by the beautiful world around her, from sea to summit. Naomi has been published in Tidal Echoes, Centripetal, Boat Broker Outdoors and several other publications. She steadily writes for Capital City Weekly, Southeast Alaska's largest distributed community paper.
She is a certified Wilderness First Responder, Avalanche Level I cert., a Swiftwater Rescue Technician and a certified Interpretive Guide.
Naomi can be found practicing yoga on glaciers, climbing walls of ice, running, hiking, sea kayaking or just sipping tea in the Alaskan rain forest.
Latest Articles
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How Glaciers Are Formed
Glaciers have impacted much of the world's landscapes at one time or another. Learn how they form, how they thrive and how they die.
Jun 30, 2008
- Naomi Judd
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Mountain Goats
This powerful animal has the capacity to climb high and endure freezing temperatures. Learn how the mountain goat survives and thrives in its environment.
Jun 30, 2008
- Naomi Judd
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Practice Yoga Outside
The benefits of yoga are increased when practiced outside. The places for practice are endless and create a deeper connection with the Earth.
Jun 8, 2008
- Naomi Judd
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Hoary Marmots
Marmots are sometimes referred to as 'tundra bears' because of their cuddly appearance or 'whistlers' because of their alarm call, and are a social species.
Jun 2, 2008
- Naomi Judd
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Hike Juneau, Alaska
Juneau, Alaska's third largest city and capital has the most extensive trail system in all of Southeast. These three hikes are just a taste of what Juneau offers.
May 26, 2008
- Naomi Judd
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The Buzz on Dragonflies
Dragonflies darted through the skies when dinosaurs roamed the earth. Below are three key factors which influence their lengthy survival.
Apr 21, 2008
- Naomi Judd
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