Hometown: Cedar Rapids

Major: Psychology

Why I wanted to go on the trip: I love traveling out west and I wanted to see some awesome sights.

Area of expertise: History of Aspen and Leadville

Most enjoyable hike and why: Eagle Cap - the sights were the best there, it wasn't as crowded, and it wasn't as cold at night.

Most beautiful sight of the trip: The hills around Aspen, Flaming Gorge, and the valley by our camp in the Collegiates.

Funniest moment of the trip: Stringing up the bear at Molly Brown's church and Ben and his machete.

The most important thing I learned about backpacking: I hate being cold - Raymond taught me to wear fewer layers in the mummy bag, and it worked.

The most important thing I learned about myself: I hate being cold.

Favorite thing about the van rides: Elaine and I finally won at trivia on the last day - it was the greatest day of the trip!

Favorite overnight stay:

Would I do it again and why: No, at least not in the near future.

Anything else: I had a fabulous time getting to know everyone.