Travis grew up in the shadow of Mount Rainier in Washington state.  He attended college at Western Washington University, graduating in 2002 with an English degree.  After college, Travis spent time in Vancouver, WA where he met his wife with whom he started a family with that resulted in two boys.  They currently reside in West Richland, WA where Travis works.

Travis spends most of his free time outside of family ventures pursuing game and backpacking.  His love for the outdoors and his passion for writing make for exciting counterpoints as he continues his adventure.  Travis can most often be found in the company of his hunting partner Scott who also shares Travis’ passions.