Jess McMillan – Be Outdoors

Jess McMillan, Professional Skier

Skiier, Hiker, Mountain Biker, Outdoor Enthusiast

Hometown and where you call "home" today?
Jackson Hole, Wyoming, born and raised.

Where is your favorite ski/snowboard getaway?
Las Lenas, Argentina and La Grave, France

How old were you when you began your career snowboarding/skiing?
I started skiing when I was 5 years old. I started competing in Freeskiing in 2005.

What do you do to train each season?
I spend the off-season biking, climbing in the Tetons and Kayaking. I try to spend at least a month of the summer in Las Lenas, Argentina and hit the gym two months before the season starts. I also do an hour of pilates a day to keep my body in balance.

Name one thing our readers would be surprised to learn about you?
I am a chicken farmer. I love farm fresh eggs.

What is the one thing you always take with you skiing/boarding, besides your gear, of course?
A smile, it makes skiing fun!

Who did you root for at this Winter Vancouver Olympics and why?
Bodi Miller. He is one of the best athletes in the world and has had a bit of a rocky road because he has a hard time molding himself into society's idea of an "athlete."

What do you like most about your JanSport gear?
JanSport isn't just about being cool, it is functional quality gear that helps me achieve my goals in the outdoors.

Why did you decide to get involved with JanSport?
I really like JanSport's philosophy, "...embodies a culture of fun and discovery. We equip people globally with quality, enduring and reliable products that enable the freedom to experience life's adventures. Providing world-class products brings the additional business and moral obligation of ensuring safe, ethical and lawful manufacturing conditions. JanSport has adopted the code of conduct of the Fair Labor Association (FLA) http://fairlabor.org/."