David Young

Title: Contributing Writer
Email: david@davidyoungcommunications.com
Location: Fort Collins, Colorado

Expertise

• Topics of Expertise: Fishing, Skiing, Camping, Hiking, Outdoor Gear, Mountain Biking, Knives, Snowshoeing, Overlanding
• Years in Expertise: 20+
• Number of Products & Number of Hours Tested: 500+ products, 1,000+ hours

Education & Certifications

• Education: Bachelor’s of Journalism & English, University of Denver
• Years of Writing: 20+
• Certifications: IAP2, CPR (expired), Avalanche 1 (expired)
• Clubs & Associations: Outdoor Writers Association of America
• Awards/Recognitions: 2020: Hermes Creative Award Platinum Winner, 2017: Leadership Fort Collins Class, 2011: Colorado Press Association award: 3rd Place for Business Reporting, 2010: Colorado Press Association award: 1st Place Story-Picture Combo
• Previous Publications: SKI Magazine, 5280, RV Magazine, Snowshoe Magazine, F3T, Austin Travels, USA Today, and The Denver Post

A Word From David Young

As an adventure outdoors freelance writer, I am able to use my two decades of experience as a journalist and PR expert to cover the things I love most.

I started as a daily sports reporter with the Canyon City Daily Record in 2005. I covered all things sports, from high school prep to the Denver Broncos.

My personal interests include fly fishing, backcountry skiing, mountain biking, backpacking, golfing, whiskey, and vinyl records.