Exploring the Great Outdoors
Find your next hiking adventure with expert tips and trails.
About DA Hiking
Our Story
Our Mission
Our Mission
At DA Hiking, we believe that hiking is an adventure that should be accessible to everyone. Our team of avid hikers started this league with the goal of making it easier for people to experience the beauty of nature.
Our Mission
Our Mission
Our Mission
At DA Hiking, we are a group of friends living their best lives, hammering trails, bagging peaks, in search of adventure.
Our Team
Our Mission
Our Team
Our team is made up of experienced hikers who are passionate about sharing their love of the outdoors. We are dedicated to helping our friends find the right gear and planning the perfect hiking trip.
Meet the Distinguished Adventurers
Rich Kann
Bob Fessinger
Dave Mills
Original founder of The League of Distinguished Adventurers.
Following Rich means two things are guaranteed: 500 photos, at least one good scare, and a hike you'll never forget
Dave Mills
Bob Fessinger
Dave Mills
An Original DA
If Dave planned the hike, expect great views, perfect trails, and at least three jokes at Bob’s expense.
Bob Fessinger
Bob Fessinger
Shannon Mellusi
An Original DA
Bob may grumble all the way up the mountain, but he’s got the biggest heart on the trail—and Shannon knows it.
Shannon Mellusi
Shannon Mellusi
Shannon Mellusi
Shannon is proof that you can be incredibly strong, endlessly kind, and somehow still patient enough to put up with Bob.
Jason Smith
Shannon Mellusi
Jason Smith
Jason brings endless energy, a great spirit, and just enough positivity to keep the rest of us moving.
Matt Simons
Shannon Mellusi
Jason Smith
An Original DA
His idea of taking it easy is only doing one endurance event this weekend.
Mary Pham
Gene Adgate
Gene Adgate
The heart of the hiking group, the queen of sandwiches, and Rich’s favorite person to startle on the trail.
Gene Adgate
Gene Adgate
Gene Adgate
An Original DA
The Renaissance Man
When Gene shows up, the mountain gets nervous.
Tom Rhee
Gene Adgate
Andy Vick
An Original DA
He’s hiked the PCT, conquered Tahoe, and somehow made Costco tube socks part of his brand. Legend.
Andy Vick
Andy Vick
Andy Vick
An Original DA
Powered by ambition, optimism, and what appears to be an unlimited battery pack.