Brent Koinberg
Brent was born and raised here in the Crowsnest Pass. He became an avid outdoorsman at a young age. From exploring in the woods behind his house till dark, to solo over night back packing trips over Goat Mountain to the family ranch up by Lille at the age of 12. He is always up for a new adventure and loves to pass his knowledge on. Brent has been a member of the Crowsnest Bearsmart Association for the past 4 years and was a volunteer with the Saint John Ambulance growing up. Brent has always had his grandfather’s gift of gab and the love and respect of nature passed down from his Cree/Blackfoot Grandmother. It really comes out when he takes people out hiking.
Certified Guide through the Interpretive Guides Association
Kevin Smith
Kevin was raised in an active family where summers were spent hiking, camping, white water rafting, and exploring new places. His love of the outdoors has always been with him, but it really took root when he and his family moved to the Crowsnest Pass in 2015, giving him access to the mountains. Kevin is a bushcraft enthusiast and thoroughly enjoys being outside. He loves hiking, skiing, kayaking, trail running, and anything active and adventurous. Kevin is also one of our resident musicians. He can be heard at one of his many live shows or on YouTube under the Sounds of Smith.
Certified Guide through the Interpretive Guides Association
Kristin Agema
Brain Ninja Wellness
Kristin was born and raised in the Crowsnest Pass. She dedicates her time to serving the community. She is a Somatic Practitioner and the founder of Brain Ninja Wellness. She specializes in complex and developmental trauma, nervus system regulation and mind-body based interventions, such as Somatic stress release. Kristin also facilitates Women’s Healing Circles in addition to teaching meditation and yoga. Kristin teaches classes at Heart’s Peak Collective in Bellevue and has agreed to come on board to help us and our clients with a new approach to finding a mental health balance.
John Clarke
John has been a staple to the community of the Crowsnest Pass for 25 years as a Fish and Wildlife officer. He recently retired after an incredible 34 year career. John has held positions as District Officer, Problem Wildlife Specialist and Predatory Response Team Leader (PRTL). John has been involved with over 1500 human-wildlife conflicts, Has held positions as Lead Investigator or team member in 13 mauling investigations and 9 Self defense Wildlife incidents. 16 years of experience working as a K9 handler and coordinator with the Alberta Government Karelian Bear Dog Unit ,Conducting Aversive Conditioning on different species of wildlife. Trained Officer staff on the tranquilizing of wildlife, monitoring of radio collared wildlife and the proper releasing of the wildlife in question.
L.In addition John has received several awards over his life span including WISE Award from AHEIA, Life Saving Award from the Lifesaving Society, Two Chief Accommodation Coins from Fish and Wildlife Enforcement Service, Certified Apprentice Intrepreter under the Interpretive Guiges Association.Volunteer and Community Awards from Crowsnest Pass MD and several other commendations and certifications. John was also instrumental in the development of the Crowsnest Pass Bear Smart Association, acting as a liaison to the association for over 12 years. This course was developed to enhance the individuals knowledge and confidence while dealing with an animal encounter. As a family man and outdoorsmen, John knows the importance of education and safety around wildlife when you are exploring the outdoors. Protect yourself, family and Wildlife. John started the Canadian Bear Safety Authority to continue teaching about bear awareness.
CBSA (canadianbearsafetyauthority.com)
Certified Guide through the Interpretive Guides Association.
John Dodsley
John is the local GOAT outdoor enthusiast. He spends his days off exploring our beautiful backyard from hiking, skiing, mountain biking, snow shoeing, paddle boarding as well as camping and exploring new areas.
John moved to Hillcrest in grade 3 from England. John quickly adapted to the way of life in the Pass. Outside right after breakfast and gone exploring with friends till the lights came on. Continuing to explore and summit all the mountains around the Pass has been a passion for John.
John was a volunteer fire fighter and on mine rescue for 13 years. When he isn’t in the hills, John runs his own construction company. JD Construction.
John now hikes with his pup Kali at his side.