Brian Patton

Brian Patton was born in Akron, Ohio, and educated at Muskingum College, Washington State University and Utah State University. Since arriving in the Canadian Rockies in 1967, he has interpreted the natural and human history of the mountain parks in books, on film, for CBC Radio and through presentations. He is co-author of the much-loved Canadian Rockies Trail Guide, currently in its 9th edition. His other books include Parkways of the Canadian Rockies, Tales from the Canadian Rockies, Bear Tales from the Canadian Rockies, and 50 Walks and Hikes in Banff National Park (co-author). He continues to work on a variety projects from his home in Invermere, British Columbia.