Sam was born and raised in High Point NC. He went to Appalachian State University before moving to the beaches of Wilmington 8 years ago. His favorite things to do are surfing, running, spearfishing, riding dirt bikes, fishing, spending time with his family, girlfriend, dog, friends and doing any kind of outdoor activities. He loves to travel, try new food, and experience new cultures. He started doing marketing for different brands 8 years ago in the surf industry. This led to his love of making videos, taking photos, and reviewing products. He has his own brand called Smokey Seas Outdoor Co.