I'm a writer, teacher, and outdoor educator. I've dedicated much of the last decade to researching and writing my family stories of Vietnam. In the summer of 2023 I published the narrative nonfiction book, For the Love of Vietnam: a war, a family, a CIA official, and the best evacuation story never heard, which combines the history of the Vietnam War with family tales. 

I continue to publish current and retrospective “Stories of Vietnam” on Substack (katfitzpatrick.substack.com), adding layers to my own stories as well as seeking to feature other voices, including those of Vietnam veterans and Vietnam refugees.

I am seeking the next right steps to sharing my work in the world--yes, the Vietnam stories and the value of writing, but also the importance of connecting with the self, a community, and with the natural world. It's a lot, but it does all somehow fall under the umbrella of "Kat Adventures:  Explore and Play More." (The title of my newsletter and what I'm known for in my inner circle.)