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Welcome to dontforgetyourmittens

Our Mission

We are dontforgetyourmittens — a crew of college-aged friends, Luca, Kyle, Riley, and Reece, united by a passion for surfing, skiing, fishing, and the great outdoors of Michigan. Our mission is to create media that captures the thrill of these adventures while promoting mental health awareness and outdoor conservancy.

We believe in the healing power of the outdoors and the connections forged through shared experiences. Through our content, we aim to inspire, spread the stoke, and remind everyone that sometimes the best therapy is getting outside — just don’t forget your mittens.

The latest from the crew.

1/24 Update

Recently, we headed out to Boyne Mountain for Mountain Till Midnight, working with a new partner, ActionGlow (more to come on that soon). Unfortunately, the rainy weather cut the night short, so we didn’t film much. The next day, we hit the park to make up for it and had a blast making the most of the icy conditions.

Looking ahead, the next few weeks are packed with adventures. The crew will be visiting some different resorts, exploring new spots, and keeping the energy high. After a big snow dump, Reece took the chance to ski at Boyne with Ryan, seeking out some pockets of powder, while Luca threw down at a rail jam over at Mulligan’s Hollow. Both brought the heat, and we can’t wait to share those stories with you.

As always, thanks for tagging along with us. Your support keeps the stoke alive, and we’re hyped to keep bringing you along for the ride. More updates soon!

Dont Forget Your Mittens!

Who We Are.

Reece LaPerriere Director of Photography

Photographer & Videographer, Ski Instructor, Surfer, Foiler, and Avid Onewheel Rider

Reece LaPerriere is a 21-year-old Photographer & Videographer, PSIA Level 1 Ski Instructor, Surfer, Foiler, and avid Onewheel rider. Born in California and raised in Michigan, Reece has been skiing since the age of 3 and finds joy in capturing the essence of adventure through his lens. He is currently pursuing a Bachelors in Marine Technology and an Associate's degree in Business at Northwestern Michigan College. Reece blends his passion for the outdoors with storytelling, always chasing the next wave, slope, or trail to inspire others and spread the stoke.

@arwreece on Instagram

Luca Romano Social Media Manager

Skier, Learning & Development Specialist & Lead Assembly Builder at Tiara Yachts

Luca Romano is a 22-year-old skier and boating enthusiast who works at Tiara Yachts. He has been skiing since the age of 2 and enjoys traveling, exploring new places, and embracing adventure on and off the water. Starting in Fall 2025, Luca will begin studying Maritime Technologies at Great Lakes Maritime Academy, combining his passion for the water with his professional goals. Whether carving down slopes or cruising the Great Lakes, Luca brings dedication and enthusiasm to everything he does.

@lukrom_ on Instagram

Riley LaPerriere Public Relations

Skier, Snowboarder, Onewheel Rider, Marine Tech

Riley LaPerriere is a dynamic and driven professional with a passion for technology, adventure, and the outdoors. A graduate of Northwestern Michigan College (NMC), Riley holds a Bachelor’s degree in Marine Technology and an Associate’s degree in Unmanned Aerial Systems, combining his love for innovation with a strong technical foundation.

Born with a natural inclination for the slopes, Riley has been skiing since birth, mastering the art of gliding through snow with ease and precision. Beyond skiing, his adventurous spirit shines through in his love for one-wheeling, mountain biking, and boating. Whether exploring rugged trails or carving waves, Riley is always in search of the next thrill.

@riley_laps on Instagram

Kyle Murray

Skier, Aviation Student

Kyle Murray is a 21-year-old aviation student at Northwestern Michigan College (NMC) with a passion for flying. Originally from Georgia, Kyle now calls Michigan home, where he pursues his dream of becoming a pilot. Outside of aviation, Kyle has been an avid skier since the age of 13, and enjoys hitting the slopes whenever possible. With a strong sense of adventure and a drive to succeed, Kyle is eager to take on new challenges both in the skies and on the snow-covered mountains.

@yungboikyl on Instagram

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