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 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.