Kristina is a professional photographer and social media guru with a passion for storytelling, nature, and fostering eco-consciousness. In 2017, Kris gained a large and engaged social media audience when she began writing blog posts for Granite Gear, a backpacking company, while hiking the Appalachian Trail. During her journey, she packed out nearly 90 pounds of trash, combining her love for the outdoors with her dedication to preserving and protecting it.

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She earned a bachelor's degree in Sociology from SUNY New Paltz, with additional studies at Victoria University of Wellington in New Zealand. After graduating, Kris set out on a personal mission to save enough money to hike the Appalachian Trail. Granite Gear sponsored her hike, providing gear in exchange for efforts to clean the trail and share her experiences through blogging and social media.

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After the trail, Kris transitioned into managing social media for several companies, blending her creativity, love for nature, and storytelling abilities. Today, she's building her personal brand alongside a photography business, working with accounts focused on ethical services, nature, and wellness. Her work is dedicated to inspiring others to spend more time outdoors, appreciate the beauty of the natural world, and live more sustainably.