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Meet the Golden Dog Guides
Our Adventure Guides are passionate dog lovers and experienced handlers dedicated to creating safe, welcoming experiences for every dog and guardian who joins us. Each guide is trained to support dogs of all temperaments—including reactive dogs and those who need additional space (D.I.N.O.S.).
All guides are certified in pet and human first aid and CPR, background screened, and trained through our comprehensive 8-week Golden Dog Guide program. Beyond their training, they bring kindness, knowledge, and a deep respect for the unique needs of every dog they meet.
Traci Bisson
Owner/Founder/Adventure Guide
Traci’s passion for the outdoors, dogs, and the human–animal bond has been the foundation of her journey and continues to guide her work today.
Ray Bisson
Adventure Guide/Club Photographer
Ray has a strong love of the outdoors and a keen interest in history. He enjoys camping, biking, skiing and boating with his family, and is an avid photographer.
Lucas Bisson
Enrichment Manager & Events Asst.
Lucas is a certified canine enrichment specialist who designs thoughtful, engaging activities that build confidence, curiosity, and safe social skills in dogs.
Kate Sullivan
Lead Adventure Guide
Kate is a licensed foster parent and an active volunteer at her kids’ schools. She enjoys hiking with dogs, loves to run, and has completed three half-marathons.
Diane Morgan
Adventure Guide
Diane loves to be outdoors enjoying long walks with her two rescues and geocaching, hiking, golfing, and gardening. Prior, she spent 30 years in the event planning field.
Ellie Pyle
Jr. Adventure Guide
Ellie loves to spend time hiking, kayaking, and traveling. She is also an active member of her school’s Environmental Club and an assistant teacher at her dance studio.
Ms. Gilly
Adventure Guide Asst.
Ms. Gilly is a Cattle Dog/Shepherd mix who enjoys meeting new dogs on the trail. She also likes to “moderate” interactions between other dogs if she feels they are not getting along.
Comet
Adventure Guide Asst.
Comet is a Collie mix with a kind and gentle spirit. She loves to chase her ball, sniff out treats and pretend she is a small lap dog when cuddling. She is great on leash and loves meeting new friends.
Experience an Adventure
Golden Dog adventures take place throughout the year both in person and online. Join us for guided adventures, pop-up outings, socials, seasonal events, educational workshops, and enrichment experiences designed for dogs and the people who love them.
