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Hello! I'm Gumseng. ðŸĪ 

I'm an economics student who likes learning by doing. I love exploring mountains, discovering new food places in the city, and saying yes to experiences that teach me something.

When I'm not working on classes or projects, I'm usually planning my next trip, on a trail, or working.

My Hobbies

Backpacking

I love multi-day trips where everything I need is in my pack. Long miles, simple camps, scary nights and quiet mornings on the trail are my kind of reset.

Stargazing

On clear nights I bring out a telescope and lose track of time. Seeing planets, star clusters, and deep-sky objects never gets old.

Mountain Biking

Technical trails keep me focused and humble. I enjoy the mix of flow, challenge, and that post-ride feeling.

Motorcycle Riding

Riding helps me clear my head. Whether its pavement or gravel, I enjoy the freedom and focus it brings.

Games

I enjoy tough, skill-based games like Dark Souls, Elden Ring, and Hollow Knight. Learning from failure and improving run after run is the fun part.

Learning Japan

Boku wa Gumseng desu. Douzo yoroshiku. Nihongo no tensai desu!ðŸĪŠ Sukoshi dake hanasemasu. Anime to Nihon no ongaku ga suki desu. Arigatou gozaimasu.

Places I've Enjoyed

Guadalupe National Park

Guadalupe National Park

This is where I hiked the highest peak in Texas. The dry landscape, big skies, and summit views made it one of my favorite trips.

⛰ïļ Guadalupe Peak 🏜ïļ Desert Trails 🌄 Sunrise Views
Big Bend National Park

Big Bend National Park

Big Bend feels huge and quiet in the best way. Backpacking through the Chisos Mountains and stargazing under some of the darkest skies I've seen was unforgettable.

🏕ïļ Backcountry Camping ⭐ Dark Skies 🏞ïļ Rio Grande
Eagle Rock

Eagle Rock Loop, Arkansas

Eagle Rock Loop pushed me physically and mentally. River crossings, steep climbs, and remote camps made every mile feel earned.

ðŸĨū 26-Mile Loop ðŸŒē Forest Trails 💧 River Crossings
Carlsbad Caverns

Carlsbad Caverns

Carlsbad Caverns felt like stepping into another world. The scale underground is incredible, and watching the evening bat flight was a highlight.

ðŸĶ‡ Bat Flight ðŸ•ģïļ Cave Exploration 💎 Rock Formations

Mountain Bucket List

🇚ðŸ‡ļ Denali
🇚ðŸ‡ļ Appalachian Mountains
ðŸ‡ģðŸ‡ĩðŸ‡ĻðŸ‡ģ Mt. Everest
ðŸ‡ŊðŸ‡ĩ Mt. Fuji
ðŸ‡ŪðŸ‡đ Dolomites
ðŸ‡Ŧ🇷🇊ðŸ‡ļ Pyrenees

"Just when I thought I was out, they pull me back in."