Kareem currently serves as the Director of Outdoor Education at Camp Beech Cliff on Mount Desert Island. A native of New Hampshire, he has been an avid outdoorsman all his life. His professional journey in outdoor leadership began in 2012, leading everything from extended expeditions to day trips. As a first-generation citizen of the United States, Kareem brings a unique perspective and a wealth of wilderness expertise to his role. Since 2019, he has been a guide on Mount Desert Island.
In addition to being an active Soldier in the United States Army Reserve, Kareem holds several certifications. He is a Registered Maine Guide, Certified Wilderness First Responder, Certified Wildlife Tracker, and Youth Mental Health First Aid Instructor. Kareem and his wife Taylor are year-round residents of Pemetic, Mount Desert Island – a region which is traditional Wabanaki Ancestral Homelands. They share their home in Bass Harbor with their French Bulldog and two fat cats.
Kareem’s commitment to the community extends beyond his role at Camp Beech Cliff. He serves on the Board of Directors at Expedition.Life. He is also a committee member on the American Camp Association New England’s DEIB Committee, Friends of Acadia’s DEI Task Force, and Tracker Certification North America’s Access Committee.
When he’s not guiding, creating youth adventure programs, managing the challenge course, or developing Junior Maine Guides, Kareem immerses himself in the great outdoors. He trains for ultramarathons on the mountain trails of Acadia National Park, sea kayaks along the rugged Maine coast, and delves into the study of natural history and indigenous cultures.
