Clubs & Associations: Outdoor Writers Association of America
Awards/Recognitions: 2020: Hermes Creative Award Platinum Winner, 2017: Leadership Fort Collins Class, 2011: Colorado Press Association award: 3rd Place for Business Reporting, 2010: Colorado Press Association award: 1st Place Story-Picture Combo
Previous Publications: SKI Magazine, 5280, RV Magazine, Snowshoe Magazine, F3T, Austin Travels, USA Today, and The Denver Post
A Word from David Young
As an adventure outdoors freelance writer I am able to use my two decades of experience as a journalist and PR expert to cover the things I love most.
I started as a daily sports reporter with the Canyon City Daily Record in 2005. I covered all things sports from high school prep to the Denver Broncos.
My personal interests include Fly Fishing, Backcountry Skiing, Mountain Biking, Backpacking, Golfing, Whiskey, and Vinyl Records.
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