WHERE HE CALLS HOME: Parkdale, OR

HIS STORY: Kyle grew up on the east coast in Ithaca, NY. He discovered his passion for snow at a young age and has never looked back. After high school he moved west in search of bigger mountains and more snow. Eventually landing in the Hood River area, he immediately felt at home and has been there for the last 8 years.

Kyle is about to start his 20th season snowboarding and 10th season as an instructor. Since arriving in the NW, he has received the highest levels of certification in professional snowboard instruction and now leads clinics for instructors around the entire area.

In the offseason, Kyle can be found Kiteboarding in Hood River, and recently became a Kiteboarding instructor. He also has a passion for Yoga, live music, coffee, healthy eating, and is a licensed massage therapist.

HIS STOKE OF CHOICE: "16oz quad latte."