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Mike Titzer

Mike did his first NOLS course in Alaska as a US Naval Academy Midshipman in 2006. After graduating from the Academy, he spent six years as a Captain in the US Marine Corps before returning to NOLS as an instructor. When not on a NOLS course, Mike enjoys coaching CrossFit to older populations, playing the violin, and exploring caves with his partner and NOLS co-instructor, Jenny.

Articles By Mike Titzer

Four backpackers hike across a green valley in the mountains of Alaska

USNA Midshipman Turned NOLS Instructor

USNA grad and Marine veteran Mike Titzer reflects on the lessons he learned on his student course and his return to Alaska as a NOLS instructor.