Kaiti Kinshella
Welcome to My Writing Portfolio
About
My name is Kaiti Kinshella
I am a PhD student in Educational Psychology, freelance writer, and fact checker based out of Salt Lake City, Utah. I have written articles for publications like Steamboat Magazine and 5280 Magazine. When I am not writing, teaching, or researching, I enjoy spending my time outdoors and painting landscapes.
Past Projects
Below is a selection of my published writing.
How I Fell Hard for Biking,
Rova Magazine
April, 2019
When I first moved to Steamboat Springs, I was only interested in skiing. But soon after moving, I was convinced to get a mountain bike. Learning how to bike is one of the most difficult challenges I have faced in a long time. In the end, it taught me preparedness while simultaneously letting go of control. I have the Steamboat trails and community to thank for teaching me these lessons, and making me fall in love with the sport.
7 Essentials for your Next Hut Trip, Steamboat Chamber
December, 2019
When skiing in the backcountry, it is important to take the essentials with you in order to stay safe out there. For this reason, I wrote an article for Steamboat Magazine that advises people what to bring with them when they ski out of bounds, based off of advice from skiing professionals.
How Colorado Prepared 10-Year-Old Selah Schneiter for El Capitan,
5280 Magazine
July, 2019
In June, the Glenwood Springs-based climber became the youngest person to climb the Nose on El Capitan. And she couldn't have done it without the help of her father, Mike Schneiter, and a whole host of Colorado climbs.
Smoak'd Old Fashioned,
Steamboat Magazine
February, 2019
Interviewing the lead mixologist. Mark Stanford, of Steamboat's Truffle Pig restaurant was fascinating, as a local and a wannabe foodie. Stanford has created many masterpieces at the restaurant, and his Smoak'd Old Fashioned leads the pack. Check out the history and process behind the delicious drink here.
Little Givers Makes a Big Impact,
Steamboat Magazine
June, 2023
A small cup of coffee can make a big difference. When Stephany Traylor opened her Steamboat Springs coffee shop, Dusky Grouse, she knew that she wanted to brew beans alongside connection and community. Now, nearly two years since its opening, many of Stephany’s customers see Dusky Grouse in the same light as she does: a space that does so much more than serve lattes.
Bringing Back Balloons,
Steamboat Magazine
July, 2024
In July 2023, the Steamboat Springs Balloon Rodeo was back. And this summer, it will happen again: The pilots will come from across the United States for the event this year, bringing with them fun, creative and colorful balloons that can hold up to 20 people at a time in some baskets. Karen Beauvais, the festival's organizer, details how this longstanding tradition was revived once more.
Whiskey and Stories, The Perfect Pairing,
Steamboat Magazine
March, 2024
Mythology Distillery began with storytelling. Scott Yeates was on an Alaskan ski trip in 2016 when he first conceived of the Colorado-based spirits company. After skiing steep lines, he and his buddies would arrive at their locale, the Funny Farm, shed their winter garb, and share a bottle of whiskey along with their favorite memories from the day.
"The limits of my language mean the limits of my world."
Ludwig Wittginstein
