meg nickman

As a strong female lead, business co-owner of Smile Mountain Guides, and accomplished guide, Meg brings the heart and soul to the Smile experience. She shapes every guest journey with intention and warmth, ensuring each adventure is not only impeccably run, but deeply memorable.

Meg directs the vision and team for Smile’s Femmes and Thems Adventure Network, where she is able to put her years of industry experience to use building amazing adventures locally and abroad for our guests while simultaneously mentoring the next generation of strong female guide leads.

Meg started her career in the outdoors working as an instructor for Earth Treks’ Outdoor School. She led a variety of programs ranging from experiential-learning-based trips for the Hill School, University of Delaware freshman orientation programs, and U-Penn leadership seminars, to introducing first-time climbers to the outdoors at local venues in the DC/Metro area. She now works with smaller groups across all Smile locations, opening people up to growth and exploration in the mountains. Her passion creates a space where people feel at ease and inspired.