Charley Erickson
Tour Guide
MEMBER SINCE
2025
HOME STATE
MN
Who is Charley?
Charley grew up in northern Minnesota, and is currently based in Portland, Oregon. When they aren’t guiding, they enjoy riding their bike as fast as they can at gravel and cyclocross races. Though, their favorite way to bike is at a turtle pace with camping gear strapped to their bike to explore the mountains or high desert. Other hobbies include sewing, climbing, hiking, and playing guitar.
Q&A With Charley
Q.
First bike?
A.
A pink bike with a basket and training wheels
Q.
Favorite book?
A.
Braiding Sweetgrass
Q.
Cycle hero
A.
My cycling hero is Lael Wilcox, an ultra distance bikepacking racer. I want to be as fast as her when I grow up.
Q.
Favorite Vacation Destination:
A.
Colombia
Q.
If I had a superpower:
A.
I would be able to make bike paths appear everywhere.
Q.
Where will find me when I not working/guiding:
A.
At home with my kids
Q.
If I could have coffee or beer with anyone, who would it be:
A.
My wife
Q.
Volunteer Activities:
A.
Volunteering at my kid's school
Q.
What do I want to be known for as a BA staff member/guide:
A.
Good lunches and music
Q.
Favorite part of being a guide?
A.
Leaf really enjoys good food and meeting people. He loves being a bicycle tour guide because it brings him great joy to help people have a beautiful vacation that they'll remember for the rest of their life.
