Meet Our Team

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Kyle began paddling when he was 12 years old. His early years on the water were through a beloved Summer camp that offered back country canoe trips around Canada. In college, Kyle enrolled in a kayak club. He was immediately hooked and hasn't stopped kayaking since. With a passion for education and whitewater kayaking, Kyle began working as a kayak instructor during the Summer of 2020, before becoming the owner of Alpine Kayak in 2023. Kyle looks forward to the future of what Alpine Kayak can become for local kids in this community. 

“I firmly believe that kayaking is an incredible skill that allows one to see some of the most beautiful places in the world. I have made it my mission to help others learn this skill and set out and experience some of these places for themselves. It is hard to put into words what kayaking has given me.” 

When Kyle is not kayaking or working at the local ski academy as a math teacher he can be found snowboarding, backpacking, and spending time with his wonderful fiance.

Weston began his paddling journey in 2015 when he found himself living with two class 5 kayakers. They sold him on the adventurous lifestyle that Kayaking can provide. As soon as he tried kayaking on he was hooked. 

"I learned so much in those first couple Summers. I enjoy process of learning and kayaking really can teach you so much about yourself." 

Weston is an incredible teacher. He, like Kyle, teaches during the School year and enjoys working with students. Weston is for sure the man to give you a one on one experience that will leave you feeling like you just learned from one of the best. 

"Any day on the river is a good day. Let me show you what I mean"

When Weston is not kayaking, skiing, or teaching at the local high school, he and his wife have their hands full with their two little kiddos. 

Forrest is a rock star. He began kayaking in 90s and there aren't many boaters in the Vail Valley that don't know Forrest. Forrest was the owner and Operator of Alpine Kayak prior to Kyle and brings a wealth of knowledge to his students. Not only will you walk away from your lesson feeling like you have a grasp on what kayaking is all about, you will also have learned a funny story about one of Forrest's many adventures.

"Kayaking is a huge part of my life. I love teaching people and giving  them the tools to go out there on their own adventures." 

When not kayaking Forrest spends time skiing, life styling with his friends, and playing pickle ball.

Cash is a product of how incredible Alpine Kayak's programs are. Cash began kayaking around the age of 10 with Alpine Kayak's camps.

" I started off in the kids kayak camps, which I did for 4 years in a row. I had so much fun in them that I ended up doing the teen camps, and the Thursday night paddle club that we used to do. Now I instruct the kids in camps, and do private lessons." 

Cash although only 20 years old is mature beyond his years. He is a strong, smart and confident paddler. He brings these skills to our camp programs and the kids love learning from him. He has the passion and the kids see it in his instruction.

"Kayaking is such a special sport because no matter how much you do it, you can always progress and push yourself. It also has a great community where you end up making a ton of friends."

When not kayaking with his friends Cash can be found "locking in" at CU Boulder where he is getting a degree in Communications. 

Matt started working for Alpine Kayak back in 2020. Prior to that he was camper and club member which is how he started out in kayaking. He brings an immense amount of knowledge about the sport to everything he does and is wise beyond his years. World traveled, Matt has been lucky to learn his craft from some of the best the sport has to offer. 

" I spent my last Semester of High School with World Class Kayak Academy. During this time I learned a lot about what it takes to push yourself in Kayaking" 

Matt brings an immense amount of knowledge of the sport to everyone he reaches. We are truly lucky to have this guy on staff

"I love being on the water. It doesn't need to be class 5 for me to have a good day out there. Being able to see the places I have seen from my kayak at such a young age is a gift."

When not on the water you can find Matt working and playing around the mountains. 

Brody like the rest of our camp staff began kayaking with Alpine Kayak when he was young enough to be in our camp programs. Brody brings a fun loving attitude to everything he does. He is incredibly good with the younger kiddos and has a natural talent in engaging with our youngest paddlers. 

 "I love getting out on the river with the kids in our programs. It is awesome to see them run their first rapids and have huge smiles on their face.

Like Matt, Brody spent a semester of high school paddling with the World Class Academy. During this time he got to see some of the world's best rivers and train with incredible talent. 

"I was lucky enough to paddle some amazing places during my time with World Class Kayak Academy. During this time my paddling improved immensely and I learned safety skills, medical training, and more."

When not kayaking you can find Brody casually ripping it up on skis or messing with Cash.