A lucky introduction from friends of friends acquainted us with Ryan Davies, of Highlandville, Missouri and shortly into our conversation of trading stories we knew he was one of the clan – a tried-and-true adventure seeker. Ryan recently moved onto 2,000 acres abutting an animal preserve in Highlandville in search of easier access to trails and waterways in the Ozarks. The hot summer months find him trout fishing and paddling in the cool spring-fed creeks of the area. With the cooling of the fall, Ryan trades his boat and rod for a pair of boots and hits the trails logging hundreds of miles each a season. He has some exciting plans for this next year, including thru-hiking the Ozark Trail. Learn a little more about Ryan below, and check back soon for updates from his latest adventures.
What is your core sport(s)?
Hiking & Exploring
Can you tell us what your first memorable outdoor experience was?
At age 4, my father tossed me in the Current River in Missouri and told me "swim or we will see you downstream". I learned to swim that day! And I do not think he was serious about picking me up downstream.
What is your "go-to" Deuter product?
Streamer 2L as of right now, but that is about to change I'm sure.
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