Oscar Manguy

Born in Baja Mexico, Oscar grew up in the desert exploring the Sea of Cortez and the surrounding Pacific Ocean. He currently calls the arctic circle home, living “off the grid” with his wife Maija in their self sufficient cabin located in the remote forests of Finland. Oscar has worked for more than a decade as an educator and expedition leader for NOLS (National Outdoor Leadership School). In 2007 he was granted the Instructor of the year award, in recognition for his skills as a mentor in the field. His favorite outdoor activities include sea kayaking, white water and packrafting, trail running, backpacking, mountain biking, skiing, and hammocking. His outdoor pursuits have lead him from Mexico to Alaska, Chile, Bolivia, New Zealand, the Falklands Islands, and all across Scandinavia. Over these travels he has hiked well over 6,000 miles. Oscar has a passion for documenting nature throughout his travels, finding beauty in all of nature’s forms. His body of work highlights an appreciation for the limitless beauty offered by our planet; inspiring discovery and wonder of natural occurrence and our desire to be one with them.

“You must disconnect to connect. I really enjoy the excitement and tranquility that I can experience in the backcountry, I feel fully present!” 

To connect with Oscar, follow him on Instagram @oscar.manguy