“ Hallie is a Wilderness Ranger in Montana’s Anaconda Pintler Wilderness. She loves the outdoors like no other and spreads that love throughout the community by teaching wilderness first-aid, wilderness survival, avalanche classes. ”
- Jason Leslie | Hallie’s partner and biggest supporter
"I truly enjoy teaching and inspiring others."
I am a fourth generation Montanan who grew up with a deep passion for the outdoors but didn't start exploring until my late twenties. I truly enjoy teaching and inspiring others. I own a small business called Beyond The Backcountry here in Montana where I instruct in Wilderness First Aid, CPR & AED, wilderness prep, avalanche fundamentals, backcountry ethics and Leave No Trace principles. When I am not teaching you can find me out exploring our great area, working for the forest service as the wilderness ranger or writing about & photographing the history of Montana for Distinctly Montana Magazine.
Hallie's Favorites
Favorite Local Trail System:
The Continental Divide Trail through the Anaconda Pintler Wilderness | Southwest Montana
Favorite Local Oboz Dealer:
Shedhorn Sports | Ennis, MT
Hallie's Quick Tip
Bring something that makes you happy.
"This is going to be a unique one. I always bring battery powered Christmas lights. I always tell people bring something in your pack that makes you happy and reminds you of something special."
Trail Talk
Derick & Hallie
Oboz Athlete, Derick Lugo, sat down with Hallie Zolynski to learn more about her time spent on the trail.
