Y explore Yosemite Adventures

After graduating from Rutgers University, his state school, John embarked on a cross-country adventure with longtime friend, Ram Rao that forever opened his eyes to the outdoors. John's love of nature grew with each excursion into the wilderness.

Following a 1996 "day hike" to Camp Muir on Mt. Rainier, John decided to dedicate himself to reaching its summit. Breakneck Ridge in upstate New York was his core training ground and was also where John began his guiding career. After numerous trips up Breakneck, John was accompanied by Ram Rao and Ed Chao back to Rainier for a successful summit attempt. John has been leading hikes and back country expeditions ever since, including an initial visit to Yosemite in 2003.

The allure of California's outdoor culture led his family out West, and Y Explore Yosemite Adventures was established. As the company's founder, John leads our hiking tours and relishes every opportunity to share this true national treasure with wide eyed clients of all ages from around the globe.