Mary Murphy

Title: Managing Editor
Email: mmurphy@gearjunkie.com
Location: Denver, CO
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marym-murphy/

Expertise

• Topics of Expertise: Camping, Hiking, Backpacking, Running, Paddleboarding, Mountain Biking, Sport Climbing, Skiing
• Years in Expertise: 10+
• Number of Products & Number of Hours Tested: 700+ products, 3,000+ hours

Education & Certifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in English, Creative Writing, Minor in Journalism, Colorado College
• Years of Writing: 7+
• Certifications: WFR, CPR, ACA Flatwater Rescue, SSI/PADI
• Club/Association Memberships: AORE, Colorado 14ers Initiative (CFI)
• Awards/Recognitions: The John Hopkins Book Award
• Previous Publications: 5280 Magazine, Colorado Springs Gazette, Colorado College Alpine Journal/Outdoor Journal

A Word from Mary Murphy

I began writing professionally for my college’s alpine journal and outdoor publications, and soon after began my career in the outdoor industry working in outdoor education while also writing for various publications here in Colorado. I’ve written for daily papers, city magazines, and worked as a freelancer and on staff for digital publications. It’s been my dream and love ever since I was young to intertwine writing and the outdoors. My personal interests include hiking, pack-paddleboarding, traveling, and cooking.