Wilderness Safety Guide and Pet First Aid Instructor. Expert in hiking with dogs, wildlife conflict prevention, and outdoor gear for the Canadian climate.
Jessica "Jess" Mackenzie is an outdoor enthusiast and safety expert with 15 years of experience guiding treks in the Canadian Rockies and the Boreal Forest. She combines her background in wilderness survival with specialized pet first aid training to help owners explore nature safely. Jess is the go-to expert for selecting technical gear, from winter boots that withstand -30°C to GPS trackers that work in remote areas. Her knowledge extends to wildlife safety, offering life-saving protocols for encounters with bears, coyotes, and porcupines, as well as tick prevention strategies for campers. She writes extensively on conditioning dogs for the trail and protecting them from environmental hazards like ice, river currents, and heatstroke. Her goal is to empower owners to adventure responsibly without compromising their pet's safety.