Background & Upbringing
Miles was raised in a progressive household in Boulder, with parents who were environmental activists. His childhood memories revolve around weekend hikes in the Flatirons and gatherings where local artists, writers, and activists mingled.
Education
He attended a public high school known for its robust outdoor education program. Miles then studied Environmental Policy at the University of Colorado Boulder, supplementing his degree with a minor in Creative Writing.
Professional Background
After college, Miles worked at a nonprofit focused on environmental conservation, spending his weekends journaling about Colorado’s changing landscapes. A series of his nature essays garnered local acclaim, leading him to publish a memoir detailing his father’s conservation work and the environmental challenges facing the Rockies.
Places Lived
Other than a two-year stint in Seattle for a fellowship on sustainable urban development, Miles has spent most of his life in Boulder. He occasionally travels to national parks around the West for research.
Influences
He draws inspiration from Terry Tempest Williams and Edward Abbey, who capture the interplay between environment and personal identity. In music, Miles loves indie folk bands like The Lumineers, which resonates with Boulder’s laid-back, nature-oriented culture.
