Paul Twardock: Outdoor Studies Professor & Adventurer

Paul Twardock, a dedicated Professor of Outdoor Studies at Alaska Pacific University since 1988, shares his extensive knowledge and passion for the outdoors. Hes an author of Kayaking and Camping in Prince William Sound and co-founded the Alaska Sea Kayaking Symposium. Twardock teaches a diverse range of courses, from practical skills like Sea Kayaking and Nordic Skiing to theoretical subjects like Recreation Program Design and Wildland Ecosystems. His academic journey includes a Bachelors in Outdoor Recreation, NOLS instruction, and an MBA. Beyond teaching, Twardock conducts research on human impact on campsites and trails, and contributes to the Alaska Recreational Boating Safety Incident Database. His personal interests mirror his professional life, including sea kayaking, hiking, mountain running, climbing, skiing, and birding. DNN | The Daily News Now! The world’s first global local news network. Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.