We are Muslim outdoor enthusiasts who see wild places as the principle teachers of humanity in the post-prophetic age.
In the Noble Qur’an, God swears by the sun and the moon, the fig and the olive, the earth and the sky, thereby inviting us to explore and discover His lessons imbued within all of creation.
We eschew social media. We are not interested in capitalist ideas of unchecked growth. A portion of our profit-sharing revenue model is committed to our local indigenous #landback initiative.
What you can expect:
- No drugs, alcohol, or pork
- Halal food (when provided) and modest dress
- Daily prayers encouraged
- Guided adventure and intentional reflection
What you should not expect:
- Judgement
- Lectures
Ahmed Pierstorff (Chief Elder)
Born and raised in Southern California, Ahmed has been calling others into the wild for nearly 30 years, though only formally through the work of Dust and Tribe since 2012. A registered nurse trained in psychiatry, addiction medicine, end-of-life care, chronic disease management, and wilderness first aid, he came late to outdoor recreation. His first opportunities to camp and hike weren’t until his early 20s, but these experiences were revelatory and profoundly healing.
Ahmed lives on the D&T Camp One Homestead in Placerville, CA with his wife and Support Lead Aisha Al-Hommoud where he raises goats and writes about being outside.
Aisha Al-Hommoud (Support Lead)
Aisha is a mother, wife, and outdoor enthusiast with over 20 years of experience working in human resources. Her professional journey reflects her personal mission of service in supporting and encouraging women to embrace the outdoors and its beauty. Whether backpacking, hiking, or exploring new landscapes, Aisha finds wisdom and a deeper connection with the Creator through His creation.
Aisha lives on the D&T Camp One Homestead in Placerville, CA with her husband and Chief Elder Ahmed Pierstorff.
Luke Frobase (Lead Facilitator and Media Manager)
An Eagle Scout from Pennsylvania, Luke has spent virtually his entire life outside. Raised to respect the wilderness and himself, Luke came to Islam through the ethics of scouting, skateboarding, straight-edge punk rock, and the courtship of a Muslim woman. Luke studies film and is both an accomplished photographer and videographer with a passion for storytelling. He supports the work of Dust and Tribe through adventure facilitation and visual documentation.
Luke lives with his wife and Adventure Lead Andrea Guaschino on the D&T Camp One Homestead in Placerville, CA.
Todd Gallinger (Adventure Lead)
A California native, Todd is an attorney, interdisciplinary scholar, outdoor leader, and civil rights advocate. He often explores the American Southwest with his two sons, drawing inspiration from his Apache scout and frontiersmen ancestors. Todd has a BA in Religion and an MA in Islamic Studies and was an instructor at the Muslim Youth Camp for several years. Passionate about introducing others to outdoor climbing, Todd has safely guided many first-timers.
Todd is based in Irvine, CA.
Anas Amer (Adventure Lead)
Anas is an environmental science graduate currently working in the field. He first got hooked on camping and the outdoors in middle school, when volunteer opportunities to do trail maintenance on the Pacific Crest Trail came up. Anas has been a driving force in gathering and guiding others for our moonsighting initiatives. He’s always up for an adventure, near or far.
Anas lives in Santa Maria, CA.