Louis Boucher’s solitary lifestyle in a remote camp deep in Grand Canyon led to the moniker that endures on many of the Canyon’s place names.
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Hi! I'm Jake — a naturalist, writer, and photographer from Arizona. Welcome to my website: Mountain Tripper!
Through stories and photography, my goal is to illuminate the wonders of nature and science here in the American Southwest.
With a background in earth sciences, I have a strong respect for the Earth and the living things that make up the landscape I call home.
Join me as we uncover the stories hidden in the canyons, deserts, and mountains across the Southwest!
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