You love your dog. So do we.

JAMES GOLL

Founder / Operator

James has been working with dogs professionally since the age of 14. Beginning at the Animal Clinic of Casselberry outside Orlando, James started as kennel assistant and later became a kennel manager overseeing all weekends and holidays.  James’ pursuit into veterinary studies at the University of Florida ultimately led to his path into business, public relations, and marketing.

His connection to dogs never faded. While working on campaigns including Pets.com, James fostered dogs in his studio apartment and helped place them in loving homes. He continued those rescue efforts in Miami, where he and new Dog-Partner Courtney fostered numerous dogs together, including dogs displaced from the Bahamas after Hurricane Dorian, and their 12-year relationship with Parker.

After relocating to Colorado in 2023 for its outdoor lifestyle, James and Courtney quickly recognized a real need: many devoted dog parents wanted their dogs to experience the same enriching hikes and outdoor adventures they loved, but did not always have the time or ability to provide consistently.

COURTNEY GOLL

Wrangler of Wranglers

While Courtney also continues her work helping high school students pursue their academic dreams through The Student Union, James recognized the opportunity to leave the corporate world and continue his lifelong passion: helping dogs live their best lives while giving pet parents peace of mind that their four-legged family members are cared for, exercised, and enriched.

That vision became Hike Club.

Drawing on the discipline, pace, and service standards shaped by his years in New York City and Miami, James brings meticulous attention to detail and a premium customer-service mindset to Colorado pet parents through Hike Club’s door-to-door dog adventure experience.

CARIE GRANT
Partner / Lead Dog Behavior Specialist

An AKC-certified trainer and temperament evaluator, Carrie has more than 15 years of experience working with dogs in Colorado and beyond. A graduate with distinction from the prestigious Karen Pryor Academy for Animal Training & Behavior, Carrie supports hiker oversight, dog compatibility pairing, and Hike Club’s staff training program.

Her role helps ensure that every adventure is built around safety, proper handling, dog compatibility, and thoughtful animal care.

APRIL DONELSON
Chief Dog-Mom Diva

April helps make every Hike Club adventure feel personal, thoughtful, and memorable. An experienced dog handler with a natural gift for celebrating dogs, April ensures that no dog client’s birthday goes unnoticed.

She also oversees the special touches pet parents love most, including Trail Tales updates and photo albums after each pup’s adventure.

ANNE BARRY
Founding Colorado Team Member

As a founding member of the Colorado team, Anne brings strong local knowledge of hidden-gem hiking spots and a calm, confident presence on the trail.

She is especially skilled with larger dogs, including dogs over 100 pounds, and brings steady handling ability, trail awareness, and dependable leadership to every adventure.

GRACIE GOLL

Chief Happiness Officer

While only 4-years-old, Grace's acute understanding that dogs bring happiness is undeniable. Though Gracie is studying hard to be a rockstar musician, her oversight into dog happiness is invaluable to fulfilling Hike Club's mission. 

OUR APPROACH

At Hike Club, we believe dogs are not just pets — they are family. Every dog in our care is treated with the same attention, affection, and respect we give our own.

Our mission is to provide premium door-to-door dog adventures that combine exercise, enrichment, safety, and joy. From pickup to trail time to post-hike updates, every detail is designed to give dogs an unforgettable outdoor experience while giving pet parents complete peace of mind.