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“RiverJaguar” aka Jared Portugal

FOUNDER/ LEAD GUIDE

Jared Portugal is an adventure-seeking, outdoor enthusiast who is passionate about connecting people with nature. As a lover of the outdoors and primitive skills, he has spent years exploring the wild and learning from experts in the outdoor survival industry.

 Jared has led multi-day trips through diverse terrains such as the tundra in Alaska, desert terrain in Arizona, the rainforests of Costa Rica, and volcanic wilderness in Nicaragua. With his extensive knowledge and experience, he is able to guide others through the wilderness and teach them valuable survival skills while fostering a deep connection to nature.

In addition to his work as an outdoor guide, Jared is also a trained wilderness first responder and has participated in many mentorship roles in wilderness therapy programs such as the Anasazi Foundation. He has a focused experience as a mentor for youth and adults dealing with different types of life trauma. Jared has also served different roles through Sacred Sons Leadership Support and Facilitation of men alchemy work, and with his ancestral knowledge of traditional living, he is able to help people connect with their ancient roots and with themselves in a powerful and meaningful way.

 Jared is also a devoted father and an experienced rock climber and arborist, who has a passion for exploring the heights of the mountains and the canopy of the city forests. He is a skilled crafter of ancestral instruments, using traditional techniques to create unique pieces that connect people with their cultural heritage.

With his diverse background and a wealth of outdoor knowledge and experience, Jared is a true adventurer and an expert in connecting people with nature, culture and themselves. Whether you're an experienced outdoor enthusiast or a novice, he will lead you on an epic journey of self-discovery, adventure and connection.


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