Hikinig in Iran
I have a deep passion for mountains and the outdoors. As Edmund Hillary once said, "It is not the mountain we conquer, but ourselves." In Iran, I hiked numerous mountains, among them Mount Damavand, the country's highest peak (Elevation: 18,406′). Over more than a decade, I completed over 300 hiking trips, each leaving a lasting mark on my life. They taught me patience, persistence, and humility before both nature and life's unpredictability.
Hiking and backpacking in the United States
Since moving to the United States in 2021, that passion has continued. I've explored 100+ trails around central Pennsylvania and beyond, spending many weekends immersed in nature. In the summer of 2022, I completed a solo 250+ mile backpacking trip along the Colorado Trail, summiting Mount Elbert and Mount Massive, crossing six national forests and wilderness areas, and spending 19 nights under the stars. The following summer, I section-hiked parts of the Appalachian Trail in New Hampshire, including the breathtaking Franconia Ridge in the Whites with my wife, Mozhgan.
Despite a few attempts, I haven't yet made it to the John Muir Trail, but the dream is still very much alive. I also hope to backpack through Alaska's wilderness and explore the Andes in South America. Both remain high on my list of future adventures.