Hey there, vegan travelers! I’m the one planning every route, every meal, every new and novel experience you have on your vegan travel tour. I take pride in my work, and feel incredibly honored that I get to do what I love for a living. I enjoy solving the logistical puzzle that comes my way (and trust me, they are endless). I’m thrilled that you’re here, and that you’re interested in joining me for the vegan adventure of a lifetime!

A little bit about me: I’ve been a world-traveler since before I could talk. Born in Japan to American parents, I grew up immersed in a global community of friends and classmates. Navigating different languages and cultures was just a part of everyday life, right from the get-go. As an adult, I’ve lived abroad in Brazil, Switzerland and Taiwan. I’ve traveled to 22 countries and 35 US states. 

These days, I’m based out of Asheville, North Carolina, where I began my career as an outdoor guiding professional over a decade ago. I decided to start my own hiking and biking company so every vegan (and, let’s be honest, so I) can travel and play in the great outdoors with ease.

When I’m not planning and leading trips, I’m constantly picking up new active hobbies (disc golf and pickleball are my latest obsessions) and writing new songs to sing with my band. I’m always on the lookout for new books to read, and I’ve unfortunately become a bit of a tea snob over the years.

I absolutely love meeting new people (that’s you), learning what you like and don’t like about traveling as a vegan, answering any questions you might have about my tours or about vegan travel in general.

Don’t be shy! I’m always just a text or a phone call away.

- Fielding Russell, Chief Exploration Officer