Hiking Expert Media Contributor
Cris Hazzard is the founder of HikingGuy.com, an independent hiking and outdoor technology resource focused on hiking safety, trail planning, navigation, and gear. With 26+ years of experience, a University of Wyoming guide certification, NOLS Wilderness Medicine training, and 20M+ YouTube views, Cris provides practical, consumer-first guidance and has been cited by outlets including CNN, FOX, ABC News, The Washington Post, and The Guardian. He is media-trained and provides expert analysis on hiker safety incidents, outdoor technology, and popular hiking destinations.
Contact: media@hikingguy.com
- Audience: ~2.5–3.5M annual site visits; 20M+ YouTube views (as of 2026)
- Location: Southern California (available in Los Angeles and Orange County, or remote via broadcast-quality video)
- Independence: no sponsorships and no free gear (consumer-first, brand-free analysis)
- Style: direct and practical
Expertise
- Hiker safety and incident analysis
- Outdoor technology, GPS, satellite messengers
- Practical and beginner hiking advice
- High-profile hikes (for example, Whitney and Half Dome) and Southern California trails (for example, Baldy and Cactus to Clouds)
Broadcast & Multimedia
Available for TV, Radio, and Podcast commentary.
- FOX Weather (Live TV News Analysis)
- KCRW / NPR Affiliate (Radio Commentary)
- CNA News Singapore (International Radio)
- Dan Becker (Industry Collaboration)
Press & Web Citations
Expert source for national news and outdoor journalism.
- National News: FOX News, ABC News, CNN, The Washington Post, The Guardian.
- Regional & Outdoor: LA Times, Outside.
- Panels / Judging: CNN Innovation Awards
Media Assets
- B-Roll Available: high-resolution 4K footage including on-trail shots of Cris, landscapes, and hiking scenes (POV and scenic), available for broadcast use upon request.
- Photos: high-res headshots and action shots available.