Hiking Expert Media Contributor

Updated August 2026

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 Underscored (hammocks, sun protection, hiking shorts), 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.