Be Outdoors

Today we meet Jenni Fogle. In order to find out more about her and the rest of the IMG guides JanSport works with year-round to test its newest technical outdoor gear, we thought we ‘d ask them as many questions as possible to get to the root of who they are as a person, they’re hopes and dreams… ok, maybe not that in depth.  Meet Jenni: 

1) Name: Jenni Fogle
2) Hometown and where you call “home” today? Born in Phoenix, AZ….Ashford, WA is currently home.
3) How long have you been guiding? I’ve been guiding since the spring of 2007.
4) Where is your favorite place to climb? My favorite place to climb…that’s a tough one. I think for rock climbing I would say Indian Creek. For alpine climbing, Washington Pass.
5) What do you do to train each season? My training program varies. Work usually keeps me fit for work purposes (I ski patrol in the winter and guide mostly in the summer).  On days off I’m skiing in the winter or climbing in the summer, as well as between seasons. I enjoy running and yoga.  This year I am recovering from ACL replacement surgery, so I’m having to make a much more concentrated effort to stay fit.  I am cycling or swimming almost every day, and doing strengthening exercises in the gym.  I have also done cross fit workouts in the past at times when I was unable to do some of my regular activities.
6) Name one thing our readers would be surprised to learn about you? I broke the sound barrier once.
7) What is the one thing you always take with you on your trips, besides your gear, of course?  A fingernail clipper!
What do you like most about your JanSport gear? I have three small JanSport packs. They are all fairly light and comfortable. Today I went for a bike ride and stashed my water and a light jacket in my Talus pack. It was very comfortable on my back. I love the color (retro orange/red brown). IT reminds me of the desert.
9) Why did you decide to get involved with JanSport? I work for IMG and JanSport is one of our greatest supporters so I wanted to do something to give back.