Michael joined TPC in May 2023. After graduating from Appalachian State University he joined the team at Singletrack Trails, spending several years honing his skills in trail assessment, design, construction, and maintenance. He has also worked as a climbing arborist with Bartlett Tree Experts, where he developed his chainsaw expertise and focus on operational awareness and safety. Originally from Balsam Grove, he spent his childhood exploring Pisgah’s mountains, rivers, and forests and he still calls Transylvania County home.
“My favorite thing about Pisgah is that it’s home. Growing up in Balsam Grove, I got to wander around in the woods and make childhood memories. As I got older and started mountain biking, it offered me a place to enjoy a fun filled hobby. It’s also where I developed my passion for trails and stewarding this great resource. I’ve traveled and worked in many different places, but nothing puts my soul at ease like being in Pisgah. Everything you see from atop Mt. Pisgah truly is the promised land.”
