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ALi bigliardi
HIKE HABIT Born and raised in Seattle, Washington, I have loved every minute of what the PNW has to offer us through its connection with nature and the tides. The ocean and all of its powerful metaphors have helped me process grief and trauma throughout my life. At the age of 16, I lost my father to cancer and was given support from Providence Hospice of Seattle. Since then, I knew giving back through helping others who need support throughout their grief process was going to be a constant in my life. After receiving a B.A. in English literature from Seattle Pacific University, I continued to volunteer with camp Erin, participated in workshops through Pongo, writing with youth at-risk, and had the opportunity to be the key note speaker at Providence Hospice of Seattle’s pediatric luncheon. These are some of the steps that led me to Wild Grief and I am very thankful to be here!
Dani Goodman
TEEN BACKPACKING, DAY HIKE, HIKE HABIT, SOLO TOGETHER TEEN & YOUNG ADULT Dani (she/her) is a native of the Pacific Northwest. She grew up in Portland and after an extended absence, is back home. Dani offers a multitude of experiences and skills to bring emotional awareness within an outdoor setting. A believer in learning through life experiences, Dani traveled and worked around the globe. Her experiences kindled a passion for helping people to process their grief. Dani has worked as a Field Guide for a Wilderness Therapy Program in Utah, is a Wilderness First Responder and is currently pursuing her degree in Psychology on her path toward a career in Outdoor Grief Therapy.
MIA SALAZAR
FAMILY JOURNEY Mia (she/her) was born and raised in California and has lived in New York, Chicago, and Tennessee... but it is Washington that has always felt like home. After studying sociology, counseling and education at UCLA, she became a teacher and has been doing so since 2004 working with children from preschool to high school. The loss of her father at a young age, plus her experience as a hospice volunteer in college, have drawn Mia into the power of grief healing. Mia loves to travel and has been all over the world. She is a born nature lover and has a special affinity for the ocean and its deep connection to life. Mia's interests include cycling, yoga, music, and reading.