I'm Dave Baker, founder of Summit Hut, an independent outdoor retailer based in Tucson, Arizona since 1969. As an experienced and passionate hiker, climber and backpacker, my blog is intended to be an informative and interesting look into the outdoors and the outdoor industry.

I'm Dan Davis, after retiring from the National Park Service as a Ranger and manager, I worked for the Summit Hut until 2009, then retired for good (maybe). I'm now spending my time traveling around the southwest writing and working on my nature and fine art photography business.

Craig Little is my name and Extreme Picnicing is my game. I am a floor-staff member at Summit Hut's Wetmore store. As an outdoor enthusiast for over 20 years, it is my mission to prepare delicious meals in the most remote and beautiful places I can find.

I’m Emily Gindlesparger, assistant manager at the Summit Hut on Speedway. Since moving here from the Midwest, I’ve been taking advantage of all possible adventures in Arizona: rock climbing, mountain biking, backpacking, whitewater kayaking, caving and trail running; I’m always excited to see what’s next!

I'm Frank Camp, Marketing Manager at Summit Hut. As a native Tucsonan, I grew up in the foothills of the Tucson Mountains. These days, I enjoy climbing, caving and backpacking but my biggest passions are photography and traveling. Standing at 5 continents, I'm nearing my goal of hitting all 7.