As a U.S. Navy veteran, outdoor educator, park ranger, and instructor for the American Hiking Guides Association, I’ve dedicated my life to exploring and protecting the planet's wildest places. My adventures span towering mountain peaks, vast deserts, lush rainforests, and the depths of some of the Earth's longest caves. I've also had the privilege of diving among endangered coral reefs and venturing into the most remote corners of the natural world.

Alongside my passion for exploration, I’m deeply committed to conservation. I’ve worked to protect free-flowing rivers, advocated for the removal of dams threatening ecosystems, and helped remove invasive Burmese pythons from the Everglades. Through countless conservation projects, I strive to safeguard the planet’s most fragile ecosystems for future generations.

My journey into photography started in childhood but took on new purpose after my deployment to Afghanistan, becoming a way to focus my mind and connect with the world. Today, I bring that same focus and dedication to capturing extraordinary moments and the beauty of nature. Whether photographing extreme adventures or documenting special events, I go the extra mile to create images that tell your story and stand the test of time.

Based in the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee, I combine my expertise in the outdoors with a passion for storytelling. Let’s work together to bring your vision to life—contact me at cody@adventure-bound.net.

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