Podcast appearances and mentions of gale straub

Season Two of Wellness in the Wilderness is here and we've got an epic mini-season in store for you! In May, we celebrated five years since we started Hiking My Feelings, and as we were outlining the different guests we wanted to have on upcoming episodes of Wellness in the Wilderness, I noticed a pattern. There are so many incredible humans who have been a big part of our journey - whether that's helping us get the word out and affirming the work we do, making life-changing introductions, inspiring new adventures and campaigns, or helping us bring our programs to life. Now, we're excited to share the first of five conversations with five women who have been a huge influence on the first five years of this movement - we hope you love these conversations as much as we do! Big thanks to the team at Sawyer for seeing the vision and supporting the show, we couldn't do this without you! In this very special kick-off episode, I have the opportunity to turn the mic and interview the legendary Gale Straub, former host of the She Explores podcast - the first podcast to give us an opportunity to share the Hiking My Feelings story, not once but twice! When we reconnected around this interview, Gale was in the middle of reading and advance copy of my new book, Hiking Your Feelings: Blazing a Trail to Self-Love and requested that we walk through one of the chapters and utilize the prompts shared within to facilitate this conversation about Being Where You Are - we hope you enjoy it! ABOUT OUR GUEST: Gale Straub (she/her) is an audio producer and nature-lover who calls the Seacoast area of New Hampshire home. For almost a decade, she hosted and produced a podcast called She Explores, all about the different ways we find ourselves outside and a whole lot of incredible women moving through their respective journeys in the outdoors. Gale's also a twice published author and her most recent book is Women and Water, a collaborative effort with Hailey Hirst and Noël Russell. Today, Gale's working in audio, stepping outside whenever she can, and dreaming up other creative projects. You can stay in touch via her website: www.galestraub.com/newsletter and by searching her name on various social media platforms.  IN THIS EPISODE: We catch up with Gale, who recently wrapped up an almost 10-year run hosting the She Explores podcast and learn about what is up next for her Per Gale's request, Sydney gives an intro to Chapter 7 of Hiking Your Feelings: Blazing a Trail to Self-Love - Being Where You Are: Unpacking Distractions Sydney and Gale also go through the Mindful Miles prompts from Chapter 7, encouraging readers to use the prompts as conversation starters on and off the trail ⁠Pre-order the book here! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wellnessinthewilderness/message

A special announcement from host Gale Straub about the future of this show. Prefer to read it rather than listen? Find the 3-minute transcript on the episode landing page (or linked in the Simplecast player).Hosted & Produced by Gale StraubA production of Ravel MediaJoin the She Explores Podcast community on FacebookVisit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on InstagramResourcesRate this podcastRavel MediaMusic is licensed through Musicbed.Subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode. 

This week we're sharing our Audio Love...We want to introduce our listeners to She Explores. Gale Straub began this podcast in 2016 as a way to share women's stories of adventure and connections to the outdoors. Episodes feature stories of women being adventurous, audacious and inspiring...Today we're featuring a short clip of the episode Adventure Art Academy, an interview that Gale did with with Claire Giordano, where she hikes up Mount Baker to host an interactive painting class. To listen to the rest of the episode, subscribe to She Explores wherever you get your podcasts. This has been brought to you by the Audio Love Newsletter; Unforgettable short audio clips, with the incredible backstory, delivered right to your inbox. Subscribe here: https://bit.ly/Audio-love LINKS: She Explores on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/she_explores/ www.AdventureArtAcademy.com www.She-Explores.com https://www.thisisourtimepodcast.com/audio-love

Today we are going outside for the episode. She Explores is a podcast made by Ravel media and hosted by Gale Straub. She is exploring the world of outdoor sports, nature and wildlife through the eyes of women. This by doing heartwarming and inspiring interviews that show that the outdoors are for more than straight middle age men with beards. The episode we are going to listen to she will be interviewing Elyse Rylander who is the founder of "Out There Adventures" and the LGBTQ Outdoor Summit. She puts her effort into inspiring people of the LGBTQI+-community to experience the nature and the joys of outdoor adventures. World Pride Pod Stage will be a place where you can listen to all time favorites and discover new shows that you never heard of.  It will be a new podcast every day but the joint theme is that all episodes will have a queer theme, regardless if the show is queer or not in general. Webpages to visit: WorldPride Pod Stage webpage: www.worldpridepodstage.com World Pride 2021: https://copenhagen2021.com/ She Explores webpage: https://she-explores.com/ Produced by Bonnier News Brand Studio Podcast host: Yaël Pool Production and editing: Pelle Estborn Web page and graphics Marcus Kilander and Frida Diaz

It’s precisely because sex can be uncomfortable to talk about that we wanted to break the ice together as a community. That’s why a couple months back, we asked you all to send in voice memos answering a couple questions to practice talking about sex more openly and show that when it comes to feeling hesitant about these topics-- that you’re not alone.In this episode, hear from over a dozen voices in various corners of the world share perspectives and stories answering these two questions:What makes sex challenging to talk about, or has made it challenging to talk about in the past?How have the outdoors or nature helped to open up these conversations for you, or to feel more connected to your sexuality, gender identity, sensuality, or your body?Featured in this Episode:Natasha Buffo, Marisa Huffman, Urvashi Parmar, Amber Johnson, Danee Voss, Gale Straub, Christina Shintani, Sierra Aceto, Janette Casolary, Alex Torquemada, Linda Keil, and two wonderful, anonymous voices.Let’s be friends:We want you to be a part of the Sex Outside community!Subscribe to the show-- first full episode airing 2/11/2021!Find Sex Outside on Instagram! @sexoutsidepodWant to support Sex Outside?Leave a 5-star review in Apple Podcasts or the app of your choosing!Head to the Sex Outside Shop to find stickers, shirts, and underwear!Need a transcript for this episode? Find it here.Hosted and produced by Laura Borichevsky.Cover artwork by Hailey Hirst.Music by The Wild Wild, UTAH (featuring Gabby Jones), and Benjamin Dunn, licensed via  MusicBed.

In the fourth episode of Where We Walk, we hear from Brittany and Laura, two women who share a longing and a love for the Appalachian Trail. Brittany fulfilled her goal of thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail in 2019, despite facing the devastating loss of her husband a few years prior. Laura dreams of hiking the Trail, but forces outside of her control have kept her from doing it. There’s a lot of talk about the universal nature of the Appalachian Trail. And there are a lot of aspects of a thru hike that unites a trail community. But the individuals that hike the A.T. bring their full, unique, selves to the trail. Laura and Brittany are different: in upbringing, in background, in temperament. Laura’s Latina, she and her parents immigrated from Colombia to Georgia when she was six years old. Brittany’s white and grew up in North Dakota. But they have something in common that’s core to what attracts them to the Trail: a need, at a particular point in their lives, to do something entirely for themselves.This episode is for anyone who dreams of hiking the Trail, or who loves living vicariously through others’ thru-hiking stories. About the series: This story-forward six-part series, in partnership with the Appalachian Trail Conservancy and made possible with support from REI, highlights the Appalachian Trail through both the women who helped to build it as well as those who continue to make it what it is today. Our goal is to tell a multi-dimensional story of the Trail through a range of voices from diverse backgrounds. Each episode will have a unique theme that helps tell the story of the way we shape the Trail, but more importantly — how the Trail shapes us. Featured in this episode: Laura Alarcon & Brittany CominsHosted by Gale Straub, with Laura BorichevksyA Production of Ravel MediaResources:Appalachian Trail ConservancyAppalachian Trail Conservancy: Thru-HikingThe interviewees:Brittany Comins: Instagram @FlickerTailonTrailLaura Alarcon: Laura isn't on social media, but if you listen to the episode and her story resonates, feel free to reach out via email - lau.a.arcon@gmail.comEpisodes of “Where We Walk” will air weekly on Mondays.Music by Josh Woodward & Monplaisir using a Creative Commons Attribution License

In the third episode of Where We Walk, we explore some of the long lasting impacts of introducing kids and young people to paths like the Appalachian Trail (A.T). Above all else, this episode is about hope. The hope that exposing children to enriching outdoor experiences will cultivate a lifelong relationship with nature.We’ll hear from a teacher who is using nature as a classroom, a mother who started to see her daughters as adults and equals through hiking the A.T., a volunteer who took the initiative to start her own youth hiking challenge, a teenager who understands that the future health of our planet is in our hands, and a 6-year-old who feels just plain happy outdoors.About the series: This story-forward six-part series, in partnership with the Appalachian Trail Conservancy and made possible with support from REI, highlights the Appalachian Trail through both the women who helped to build it as well as those who continue to make it what it is today. Our goal is to tell a multi-dimensional story of the Trail through a range of voices from diverse backgrounds. Each episode will have a unique theme that helps tell the story of the way we shape the Trail, but more importantly — how the Trail shapes us. Featured in this episode: Lori Loew, Sue Garcia, Jan Onan, Maymuna Sabree, and Sloane StraubHosted by Gale Straub, with Laura BorichevksyA Production of Ravel MediaResources:Appalachian Trail ConservancyAppalachian Trail Conservancy: Youth OutreachA Trail to Every Classroom (ATEACH)Youth Partner ChallengeLearn about the NextGen Forest Ambassador ProgramEpisodes of “Where We Walk” will air weekly on Mondays.Music by Josh Woodward & Monplaisir using a Creative Commons Attribution License 

On the very first episode of “Where We Walk: Stories from the Appalachian Trail,” we’re looking back - but as you’ll hear, the memories we make on the Appalachian Trail, or A.T., extend beyond the real-time steps we take. We share submissions from women whose lives have been shaped by the A.T., whether on a thru, section, or day hike.Trails help us access landscapes both familiar and new, as well as give us the grace and space to explore our interior lives. We hope that in listening, you’ll reflect on how long trail experiences filter into your daily lives. In the first of a 6-part series in collaboration with the Appalachian Trail Conservancy, we explore your memories of the A.T. and the ripple effect of those experiences.About the series: This story-forward six-part series, in partnership with the Appalachian Trail Conservancy and made possible with support from REI, highlights the Appalachian Trail through both the women who helped to build it as well as those who continue to make it what it is today. Our goal is to tell a multi-dimensional story of the Trail through a range of voices from diverse backgrounds. Each episode will have a unique theme that helps tell the story of the way we shape the Trail, but more importantly — how the Trail shapes us. Featured in this episode: Kaitlan Stephens, Mary Holmes, Kathryn, Carmen, Alina Drufkova, Carrington Kernodle, Tara Prescott-Johnson, Sabine Pelton, Somer Pickel, Grizel, Alexandra Garcia, Xiaoling Keller, Melissa Goodwin, Charissa Hipp, Ariana, Gina KnoxHosted by Gale Straub and Laura BorichevksyA Production of Ravel MediaResources:Appalachian Trail ConservancyLearn more about the women featured:Kaitlan Stephens: InstagramCarmen: Instagram & BlogAlina Drufkova: Instagram & WebsiteCarrington Kernodle: Instagram & BlogTara Prescott-Johnson: Watch Tara’s TED Talk on her AT HikeSabine Pelton: InstagramSomer Pickel: InstagramGrizel: InstagramAlexandra Garcia: Instagram & BlogXiaoling Keller: InstagramMelissa Goodwin: Instagram & Girl Gotta Hike WebsiteCharissa Hipp: InstagramGina Knox: InstagramEpisodes of “Where We Walk” will air weekly on Mondays.Music by Josh Woodward & Monplaisir using a Creative Commons Attribution License 

"It just feels important to share a diverse range of stories and experiences." The queen of podcasting herself is here - Gale Straub, founder of the She Explores podcast and co-founder of Ravel Media. Gale is a well-rounded creative and she joins us to talk monetizing her passions, creating community with intention, and creating content during a pandemic.  Follow Gale: @she_explores she-explores.com @galestraub galestraub.com @ravel.media ravelmedia.co   Follow us on Instagram: @wheeliecreative View past episodes, transcripts, and more info about the show: wheeliecreative.com/podcast Don't forget to subscribe and if you haven't already, please leave us a review to let us know what you think about the show!

Gale is the host of the She Explores podcast, an award-winning podcast about women who are inspired by time spent outside. Its 80+ episodes have featured over 100 women and covers stories of the every day and the extraordinary as they interact with the outdoors.Gale shares her journey of how a year long road trip with her partner lead her to shifting careers from a CPA in venture capital to a creative inspired to share the stories of others. Show was recorded September 2019.Connect with GaleShe ExploresInstagram: @she_explores 

The power of a two-night backpacking trip in the Superstition Mountains of Arizona is multiplied when it's spent with women who are motivated by a common goal: to help introduce more girls to the outdoors. We backpack with The Cairn Project.The premise of The Cairn Project is simple: they work with ambassadors to help them host adventure fundraisers.  Then they pool the money and give it out in small grants to nonprofits that get girls and young women outside. Featured in this episode: Alison Wright, Sarah Castle, Sally Jewell, Martha Wyckoff, Camille Fiducia, Emily Teitsworth, Marina Fleming, Ashley Carruth, Licia Sahagun, Petrika Peters, and Amanda Neiman.Hosted by Gale StraubSponsored by Smartwool, Stio, and ThirdLove.Join the She Explores Podcast community on FacebookVisit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on InstagramResourcesThe Cairn Project: Website & InstagramApply to be a Cairn Project Ambasador: Application & InformationNonprofits mentioned:Women's WildernessEmbark OutdoorsGirl VenturesWild WhatcomMakeSpaceSan Juan Mountain SolesShe Explores Landing PageSponsors and Discount CodesSmartwool: Learn more at Smartwool.comStio: Get 25% off your order with code 'EXPLORE' at checkout at Stio.comThirdLove: Get 15% off your first order by heading to ThirdLove.com/exploreEpisodes air weekly on Wednesdays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode.

For all the show notes, including pictures of Gale and Lora, go to the episode landing page!UN/ROOTED is back from a little hiatus, a mid season hiatus! We’re picking back up where we left off, just after I’d moved to NYC I was looking for things to make the east coast feel like home, so, when my friend Gale Straub invited me on a snowshoeing trip in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, I clung to the idea like a little life-raft. I talk to Gale about the many things that make up her home, and to her twin sister Lora, who is part of Gale’s home. In this episode we talk to Gale Straub, the founder of She Explores.Find out more about Gale on her website. Follow @galestraub on Instagram and Twitter.Check out the She Explores, and follow She Explores on Instagram and Twitter.Listen to the She Explores podcast. (Listen on Spotify, Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to your podcasts.)Read Gale’s full article “On Constants and Holidays” We also talk to Lora Straub, Gale’s twin sister.Follow Lora on Instagram and you can find some of her poetry here. We hear a few seconds at a live venue of the song Juniper Arms by Adam Torres.Listen and Watch Juniper Arms.Learn more about Adam Torres.Watch his Tiny Desk Concert here.Listen to him on Spotify. We talk about #vanlife. Here’s some resources:Diversify Vanlife InstagramGnomad Home: “Diversify Vanlife and How to be a Strong Ally”The Vanlife AppWomen on the Road PodcastA take on the monetization of #vanlife through social media (2017 New Yorker Article) This episode contains a brief mention of sexual assault.National Sexual Assault Hotline/Website (RAINN.org) 

Chi Pham wants you to know that you can fuel your body for success as an outdoor athlete, and it doesn't have to fit in the little boxes you see on social media. Because being focused on health and wellness doesn't mean there's just one way to live your life, Chi is committed to showing up, keeping it real, and encouraging other women to be themselves above all else.In this episode, we talk about how Chi took her training outdoors, how she slowly started fueling her body to help achieve her goals (rather than feeding into toxic diet culture), and the power Instagram can have on what we think 'fit' looks like.Featured in this episode: Chi PhamHosted by Gale StraubSponsored by Smartwool, Nature Gnaws, and RitualJoin the She Explores Podcast community on FacebookVisit She-Explores.comIn this episode, you'll hear:When Chi started identifying as an athlete, and when she took her athleticism outdoorsWhat Chi enjoys most about a triathlon (hint, she likes a challenge!)Why she loves trail runningHow a bike accident helped put her physical insecurities in perspectiveWhen Chi realized her restrictive eating was taking a toll on her trainingThe power Instagram can have over what we think is healthy and what fit looks likeWhy Chi is frustrated by the sameness of her EXPLORE feed on InstagramWhy Chi is happy not to weigh herself anymoreAbout her forthcoming trip to Vietnam to spend time with family and rediscover her rootsResourcesChi Pham: Instagram & BlogVacation RacesShe Explores Landing PageSponsors and Discount CodesSmartwool: Learn more at Smartwool.comNature Gnaws: Sign up for their Gnaw Box subscription service and get your first month for $1 by using code "SHEEXPLORES" at checkout. Head here.Ritual: Get 10% off your first three month at Ritual.com/exploreEpisodes air weekly on Wednesdays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode.Music is by Kay Orange.Music is also by Swelling, Josh Woodward, Kai Engel, and Lee Rosevere using a creative commons attributions license.

With the help of listeners and Backpacking 101 author Heather Balogh Rochfort, we share stories of first-time backpackers and advice to get started. Whether you're a seasoned backpacker or a beginner, there's inspiration and a little trail magic (not the thru-hiking kind) to be found in this episode.Woman featured in this episode: Voice memos: Maggie Rehberg, Holly Bullis, Jennifer Jansen, Lindsey Falkenburg, Victoria Wang, Laura Navar, Tori Morrison, Marie Vanderpool, Lori O’Connell, Sarah Grothjan, Alexandra Goldman, Meg Dagon, and Julie Hotz.Interview with Heather Balogh Rochfort on getting started backpacking.Hosted by Gale StraubSponsored by Merrell, Deuter, and RootedJoin the She Explores Podcast community on FacebookVisit She-Explores.comIn this episode, you'll hear:Stories of listeners' first time out backpackingThe story of host Gale Straub's first backpacking tripConversation with Heather Balogh Rochfort, author of Backpacking 101, about practical advice for women who are new to backpacking, including:SafetyHygieneWhat to packLeave No TraceAdvice from listeners about what they wish they knew when they got started, as well as specific advice for fellow solo backpackersA bit of cheerleading you didn't know you needed to take the final step towards your first backpacking trip!ResourcesBeginner backpacking resources mentioned:The 10 EssentialsThe 7 Leave No Trace PrinciplesBear Safety:NPS Bear Safety TipsBear Spray and Other OptionsPersonal HygieneBackpacking with your periodGoing to the bathroomKula ClothMoon CupHeather Balogh Rochfort: Instagram, Blog & Books - Backpacking 101 & Women Who HikeListeners Featured:Maggie Rehberg: InstagramHolly Bullis: Instagram & WebsiteJennifer Jansen: Personal Instagram & Wanderluv Maps: Instagram & WebsiteLindsey Falkenburg: Instagram & Tandem Trekking BlogVictoria Wang: Instagram & Teacher Life PodLaura Navar: InstagramTori Morrison: Instagram & Tickled by Travel BlogMarie Vanderpool: Instagram & Photography SiteLori O'Connell: Instagram & Feed N Flow - Outdoor Adventure and Keto lifestyle blogSarah Grothjan: Instagram & Website; She Explores Podcast Episode - Apple Podcasts & SpotifyAlexandra Goldman: Instagram & the Ladies of the JMT facebook group she referenced Meg Dagon: InstagramJulie Hotz: Instagram, Website, and Unrooted PodcastSponsorsMerrell: Learn more at Merrell.com and check out the Moab-2 Mid Hiking bootsRooted: Get 15% off your order by heading to Rooted.nyc/explore and using the code 'Explore' at checkoutDeuter: Learn more at Deuter.com and check out the backpacking bag Laura took to the Eastern SierrasEpisodes air weekly on Wednesdays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode.Music is by Kai Engel, Lee Rosevere, Meydän, and Josh Woodward using a creative commons attributions license.

We humans have a habit of getting in the way of wild animals, but wildlife rehab is one way we can give back. Sirena Rana Dufault has spent nine of the last ten years volunteering at Wildlife Rehabilitation Northwest Tuscon. She shares why it's needed, what happens when an animal is taken in, funny stories along the way, and the beauty of the release. As Sirena mentions in the episode, Wildlife Rehabilitation Northwest Tuscon is a completely self-funded facility that relies on donations. If you'd like to help support the work they do there, head to their website and donate, or give them a follow on their Facebook page to stay in touch. Woman featured in this episode: Sirena Rana Dufault Hosted by Gale Straub Sponsored by Merrell and Ritual Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook Visit She-Explores.com In this episode, you'll hear: How Sirena got started volunteering at Wildlife Rehabilitation Northwest Tuscon What wildlife rehabilitation is and why it's necessary Funny (and scary!) stories from volunteering Why Sirena loves dedicating some of her spare time to rehabilitating large birds of prey like owls and perigrine falcons The life cycle from intake to release When release back into the wild isn't possible Myths and misconceptions of animal rescue How to get involved, too! Resources Wildlife Rehabilitation Northwest Tuscon: Website Sirena Rana Dufault: Instagram Trails Inspire: Website Episode Landing Page Sponsors and Discount Codes Merrell: Learn more at Merrell.com Ritual: Get 10% your first 3 months by heading to Ritual.com/EXPLORE Episodes air weekly on Wednesdays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode. Music is by Kai Engel, Lee Rosevere, and Josh Woodward using a creative commons attributions license.

Gale Straub is a podcaster, photographer, and writer with a love for shaping stories that tell themselves. She is the founder of She Explores and host of the popular She Explores podcast. Show notes: https://exploreinspired.com/sheexplores Hosts: Jonathan Ronzio, Emily Holland Editor: Chris Plante Presented by: Explore Inspired

Laurie Young stepped into her daughter Meghan's world by joining her on a trek to Annapurna base camp in Nepal. Together they pushed through every challenge that presented itself while learning that limits are flexible and the mother/daughter relationship is more fluid than we think. Woman featured in this episode: Meghan Young and Laurie Young Hosted by Gale Straub Made with support by Aunt Fannie's, Benchmark Maps, Parks Project, and Ritual Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook. Visit She-Explores.com In this episode, you'll hear How a mother/daughter relationship evolves over time The ways a big goal can help one in recovery for a traumatic brain injury (TBI) The ways TBI symptoms can manifest Why Laurie and Meghan wanted to hike to Annapurna base camp together What training for altitude and strenuous hiking was like All the unexpected things that happened on the trip Why Meghan wanted her Mom to feel the accomplishment of achieving their goal How their trip had its challenges but was ultimately a privilege What mother and daughter learned about each other abroad Resources Meghan Young: Instagram & Portfolio Laurie Young: Instagram Sponsor Websites and Codes Benchmark Maps: Use code 'SHEEXPLORES' for 20% off your order! Aunt Fannie's Parks Project: Use code 'SHEEXPLORES' for 15% off all discountable apparel and accessories! Ritual: Use code 'EXPLORE' at checkout for 10% off your first three months Episodes air weekly on Wednesdays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode. Music is by Kai Engel, Lee Rosevere, and Josh Woodward using a creative commons attributions license.

What's it like to enjoy the outdoors after the age of 50? We're revisiting one of our favorite episodes that helps answer that question with the voices and experiences of you, the listeners. We're honored to be highlighting the wisdom and experience of women in their 50's, 60's, and 70's. These are voices that we don't hear as often in our youth-obsessed culture. All of these stories are extraordinary for their willingness to share, try new things, and encourage others to do the same. Women Featured in this Episode: Jo Ann Hickey, Jean Drummond, Cheryl Falkenburg, Joann Baste, Kristi, Kathleen Merrick, Liz Wise, Rose Burrows, Tricia, Hellen Wallis, Sarah Lefler, Lisa Auvril, Gail Storey, Lori Brookes, & Dianna Stavros Hosted by Gale Straub Made with support by Aunt Fannie's, Benchmark Maps, Hamama, and ThirdLove Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It’ll help other people find us. Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook. Visit She-Explores.com Resources mentioned in this episode: I Promise Not To Suffer: A Fool for Love Hikes the Pacific Crest Trail by Gail Storey Episode landing page on She-Explores.com Sponsor Websites and Codes Aunt Fannie's Benchmark Maps: Use code 'sheexplores' for 20% off your order Hamama ThirdLove: Head to ThirdLove.com/explore and use code 'explore' for 15% off your first order Episodes air weekly on Wednesdays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode. Music for this episode is by Josh Woodward, Kai Engel, and Lee Rosevere via freemusicarchive.org. Music is also by Our Many Stars.

Nikki Smith likes to say that she is a climber, photographer, and writer who just happens to be transgender. Professor Brené Brown inadvertently changed Nikki's course when she wrote about midlife, "it's time to show up and be seen." It was the inspiration Nikki needed to step into herself, and it's since served as a reminder of what she wants to do for others. We say "step into" because Nikki has always been Nikki, and she's carried a curious, creative, empathetic spirit with her throughout her life. This conversation with Nikki Smith was made in partnership with Mountain Hardwear. If you're in the San Francisco area, climb with Nikki and the Mountain Hardwear team at Touchstone Climbing Gym Saturday, June 29th 7-10pm. Woman featured in this episode: Nikki Smith Hosted by Gale Straub Sponsored by Mountain Hardwear Join us in our She Explores Podcast Facebook Group In this episode, you'll hear All the different parts of Nikki's identity that make up who she is Her creative roots in photography, climbing, writing, and cooking Why so much of Nikki's work is grounded in connection to others What drew her to climbing and why it became an unhealthy coping mechanism Why 'realization' vs 'transition' is the word Nikki would choose in coming out as trans How a quote from Brené Brown inspired Nikki to "show up and be seen" How her story isn't entirely her own, and why she'll keep sharing it as long as it's beneficial for others Nikki's latest creative goals Resources Nikki's professional Instagram: @pullphoto Nikki's photography portfolio & writing Nikki's Guidebooks Brené Brown Suicide Prevention Lifeline Resources for Transgender People in Crisis Flash Foxy Women's Climbing Festival Touchstone Climbing Gym Pride Activities She Explores episode landing page Sponsor Websites and Resources Mountain Hardwear Register for Pride Touchstone Climbing Night on Saturday June 29th Non-profits and Organizations Mentioned at the End of the Episode: Out There Adventures LGBTQ Outdoor Summit Unlikely Hikers The Venture Out Project Queer Nature Queer Mountaineers (Podcast) Music is by Kai Engel, Lee Rosevere, and Josh Woodward using a creative commons attributions license. Learn more at She-Explores.com

Grizel Williams is a fast hiker on a crowded Appalachian Trail, just two states away from finishing. We talk life on the trail: sexism, craving loneliness, periods, food, switchbacks, and more. Grizel helps us get a feel of what the trail is like when you're in the everyday of it, and she also shares how the many people on the trail complicate her hike. Featured in this episode: Grizel Williams Hosted by Gale Straub Sponsored by Merrell Continue the conversation and join us in our She Explores Podcast Facebook Group! In this episode, you'll hear: Why Grizel wanted to hike the Appalachian Trail with her dog, Rue (and why she decided to let her go home halfway through) The differences Grizel has noticed between the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) and the Appalachian Trail (AT) Why Grizel chose to face her loneliness on the PCT How sexism and harassment has been a challenge for Grizel on the AT What a typical day is like for a thru hiker Why periods aren't fun (on or off the trail) How Grizel experiences freedom from her own body criticism on trail The ways in which the AT has challenged her to speak up for herself Why a crowded trail isn't necessarily a safe trail Why Grizel loves the simplicity of the trail Resources Grizel Williams: Instagram and Website Grizel's Vlog Series As Far as the Eye Can See by David Brill Sponsor Websites and Codes Merrell: Learn more by visiting Merrell.com Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It’ll help other people find us. Music is by Lee Rosevere, Meydan, and Kai Engel using a Creative Commons Attribution license. She Explores airs weekly on Wednesdays - subscribe so you never miss an episode!

Sarah Grothjan believes solo hiking is one of the safest things she can do. Sarah explains why she feels safer alone in the backcountry than she does in her off-trail life. We talk with Sarah about how a city can feel less safe than being by yourself in the woods, why she wants to change the pervasive narrative that says otherwise, and how the last five years of hiking and backpacking have helped her come out of her shell and step into herself. Featured in this episode: Sarah Grothjan Featured in the midroll ad: Emilee Struss Hosted by Gale Straub Sponsored by Merrell Continue the conversation and join us in our She Explores Podcast Facebook Group! In this episode, you'll hear: How Sarah got into hiking and backpacking solo Why she wants to break the pervasive narrative that women need a man to hike safely in the backcountry How a stalker changed her perspective on city life and words from thru-hiker Heather Anderson made her want to try backpacking The ways hiking and backpacking helped with Sarah's shyness That there are risks to spending time in the backcountry, but Sarah doesn't believe they are gender specific (for the most part) The mixed reactions Sarah gets from people about her solo outdoor experiences Why she wrote an essay for Outside Online and what the feedback was What outdoor trips Sarah is looking forward to this summer Resources Sarah Grothjan: Instagram and Website Sarah's Outside Online Article: Backpacking is My Respite from Sexual Harassment Sponsor Websites and Codes Merrell: Learn more by visiting Merrell.com Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It’ll help other people find us. Music is by Lee Rosevere, Josh Woodward, and Kai Engel using a Creative Commons Attribution license. She Explores airs weekly on Wednesdays - subscribe so you never miss an episode!

Melissa Geissinger lost her house in the Tubbs fire of Northern California in October 2017. Two months later, she had her son Apollo, and life changed forever once again. We talk in the episode about the "old" Melissa and the "new" Melissa a year and a half after she and her husband were displaced by wildfire. Today she has her eyes set on hiking the length of the Oregon Coast and helping others cope with trauma by giving them a platform to share their stories. Woman featured in this episode: Melissa Geissinger Hosted by Gale Straub Sponsored by Merrell Continue the conversation and join us in our She Explores Podcast Facebook Group! In this episode, you'll hear: How Melissa took up hiking to make time for herself Why she was planning to hike the length of the Oregon coast How unexpectedly losing her home in the Tubbs fire of October 2017 shaped her next year and a half Why Melissa and her husband found home in a hospital for the first 3 months of her son's life What she wants for her 18-month-old son, Apollo How nature, combined with therapy, has helped her heal (but why PTSD is real) Why she started a blog, Survival Over Surrender, to help share other people's stories of trauma Resources Melissa Geissinger: Website Survival Over Surrender: Website, Instagram, and Facebook Group She Explores Book San Francisco Chronicle Series: Out of Fire Unrooted Podcast Sponsor Websites and Codes Merrell: Learn more by visiting to Merrell.com! Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It’ll help other people find us. Music is by Lee Rosevere, Josh Woodward, and Kai Engel using a Creative Commons Attribution license. She Explores airs weekly on Wednesdays - subscribe so you never miss an episode!

Michaela interviews the host of one her favorite podcasts! Gale Straub of She-Explores chats about her inspiration for starting her blog, gaining a social media following, hosting a popular podcast and publishing a book about women in nature. Gale's story has included meeting and interviewing incredible women along her journey. She Explores on Instagram She Explores the Podcast Michaela on Instagram Photo credit Jules Davies #happiness #mentalhealth #inspire #beyou #happylife #society #alternativehealth #healthandwell-being #bloggersinpodcasting #authorsinpodcasting #wellness #womeninpodcasts #michaelarenee #beyoufindhappy #sheexplores #likeamountaingirl #galestraub --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beyoufindhappy/message

Sam Ortiz has gone from a beginner to a hiker to a climber to a mountaineer to a plus-size outdoor model in under five years. Her progression has happened in part due to curiosity, timely mentors, and the best kind of fear: the kind you move up and over and end up a little bit changed on the other side. Woman featured in this episode: Sam Ortiz Hosted by Gale Straub Sponsored by Merrell Continue the conversation and join us in our She Explores Podcast Facebook Group! In this episode, you'll hear: How Sam didn't necessarily feel like the outdoors and climbing were for her growing up, but how she found herself drawn to them anyway How an outdoor mentor helped Sam navigate new activities when she worked for Americorps in Alaska Why climbing Mount Juneau in Alaska taught her she could "do hard things" and opened the door to learning new outdoor activities like climbing and mountaineering How fear has been a positive (for the most part) driver in Sam's life That Sam lacked role models growing up as a plus-size, Latinx woman and why she's determined to change that for others How finding her voice as a climber and mountaineer has created many unexpected opportunities, including being an outdoor model for brands like REI and Eddie Bauer Why being closer to outdoor brands has made her want to speak out for more and better plus size apparel and equipment What it's like being an INFJ when you're connecting with so many people Why Sam loves seeing other plus size women on the trail Who have been Sam's role models in her advocacy work Resources Sam Ortiz: Instagram & Portfolio Jenny Bruso & Unlikely Hikers - Her episode is called 'Fat & Outdoorsy' Mirna Valerio - Her episode is called: "How to be a Role Model" Fat Girls Hiking: Instagram and Website PNW Outdoor Women Sponsor Websites and Codes Merrell: Learn more by visiting to Merrell.com! Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It’ll help other people find us. Music is by Liam McNally. Music is also by Lee Rosevere using a Creative Commons Attribution license

Jen Gurecki is a serial outdoor entrepreneur who isn’t afraid to go against the norm when it comes to the businesses she’s started in the industry. With over 20 years of experience, Jen’s the CEO of Coalition Snow, editor-in-chief at Sisu Magazine, and founder of Zawadisha. She even used to co-own a river rafting company. From the outside, each company is quite different - hardwood skis and snowboards vs. editorial print vs. a micro lending venture, but each contains a common thread: an unwavering devotion to putting women in front. Woman featured in this episode: Jen Gurecki Hosted by Gale Straub Sponsored by Merrell, Ritual, and EarlybirdCBD.com In this episode you'll hear How Jen's restlessness translates to adventure and business Jen's start in the outdoor industry The experiences Jen had in her 20's that shaped the companies she started in her 30's Why Jen wants to 'shred the patriarchy' What she learned working in outdoor ed at Adventure Risk Challenge About Zawadisha What Jen was up against in founding Coalition Snow Why Jen extended her vision to a print magazine: Sisu Issue Three of Sisu, coming out in June Why Jen knows that "strong women have feelings too" and how she deals with the ups and downs of entrepreneurship Resources Jen Gurecki: Instagram Sisu Magazine: Website & Instagram Coalition Snow: Website & Instagram Zawadisha: Website Jenny Bruso: Website Gravel Try Hard: Instagram Sponsor Websites and Codes Merrell: Learn more about the Ontario Mid Waterproof hiking boots Ritual.com: Get 10% off your first three months by heading to Ritual.com/Explore EarlybirdCBD.com: Get 20% by using code EXPLORES at checkout and heading to EarlybirdCBD.com/explores Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It’ll help other people find us. Music is by Lee Rosevere and Kai Engel using a Creative Commons Attribution license.

Cindy Villaseñor is an Enrich LA Garden Ranger who strives to live a low waste lifestyle. She also loves camping, gardening outside of work, and eats vegan. Cindy didn’t grow up doing any of these things, but keeping herself open to learning and opportunities have led her to where she is today. Cindy hasn’t left people behind in choosing a low waste and vegan lifestyle, instead, she invites people in through leading by example. She knows there’s no such thing as perfection, so why make others feel bad that they’re not doing enough? Woman featured in this episode: Cindy Villaseñor Hosted by Gale Straub Sponsored by Merrell In this episode you'll hear About how Cindy's career path changed when she took an environmental science class What she does as a Garden Ranger with Enrich LA and why she enjoys teaching others The power of leading by example Low waste camping tips Why aiming for zero waste isn't always accessible or realistic About Cindy's low waste wedding at a nursery in Los Angeles Why Yosemite is so important to her and her husband Want to hear about Cindy's first solo camping trip? Head to the episode landing page for bonus audio! Resources Cindy Villaseñor: Instagram Enrich LA: Website Cindy's Zero Waste Vegan Taqueria Wedding Episode landing page on She-Explores.com She Explores Podcast Facebook Group Sponsor Websites and Codes Merrell: Learn more about the Ontario Mid hiking boots by visiting Merrell.com Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It’ll help other people find us. Music is by Lee Rosevere and Kai Engel using a Creative Commons Attribution license.

For International Women's Day, 20 plus-size women hiked Mount Kilimanjaro. Each had a different reason and background, but they came together to take up space on the highest mountain in Africa. One goal? To normalize fat hiking around the world. Diandra Oliver brought along a recorder to share the seven-day trek with us. Woman featured in this episode: Diandra Oliver, Autumn Stofflet, Eve, Sharon ‘Shazz’ Nderitu, and Deb Malkin Hosted by Gale Straub Sponsored by Merrell, ThirdLove, and GreenerWays Organic In this episode you'll hear Why Diandra Oliver wanted to climb Mount Kilimanjaro How the stakes feel higher when society's expectations don't align with your own Why reaching the summit was the main goal but why we might want to re-think summit culture The challenges of finding gear The shared experiences and bonding found in group activities (and it was typically harder for Diandra) The biodiversity of Mount Kilimanjaro Sounds and stories from the trail What acclimatization feels like Why self-care is important How standing on the top of the mountain felt Why sometimes a sign is not a summit Resources Curvy Kili Crew Instagram WHOA Travel Take the Extended Apparel Sizing Quiz Diandra Oliver's Blog Sink Ships & Instagram Sharon "Shazz" Nderitu: Instagram Deb Malkin: Instagram Eve: Instagram Autumn Stofflet: Instagram Glamour Article Adrienne Maree Brown, author of Emergent Strategy Sponsor Websites and Codes Merrell: Learn more about the Ontario Waterproof Mid hiking shoes by visiting Merrell.com ThirdLove: Get 15% off your first order by heading to Thirdlove.com/explore GreenerWays Organic: Find GreenerWays Organic on Amazon or by heading to their website Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It’ll help other people find us. Music is by Josh Woodward, Lee Rosevere and Kai Engel using a Creative Commons Attribution license.

A celebration of motherhood, outdoors and otherwise. In this episode, you’ll hear from mothers and daughters; it's equal parts a letter of thanks and a guidebook of sorts for a life best lived outdoors. We asked: What’s your best memory with your mom outdoors? What landscapes and outdoor places make you think of your mom? What do you hope for your children’s relationship with the outdoors? What outdoor knowledge and advice do you (Mom) want to pass down? Why is today (Mother’s Day) special to you? Why is it complicated? We hear from both familiar and new voices as listeners and past guests answer these questions as more as we honor mothers this May. Woman featured in this episode: Tori Duhaime, Nadio Mercado, Melody and Angelica Forsyth, Alison, Meg Day, Lana Lee Wright, Liz Song Mandell, Caro Garcia, Jasmine, Elissa Story, Jenni Goldman, Lynn Doiron, Anastasia Alison, Kathleen Ruland, and Laura Hughes. Hosted by Gale Straub *Sponsored by Merrell Resources Nadia Mercado Video: Mi Mamá & Instagram Tori Duhaime: Portfolio Melody Forsyth: Down With Adventure Elissa Story: @seattlestorys Jenni Goldman: Instagram Lynn Doiron: Instagram Anastasia Allison: Instagram Lana Lee Wright: Instagram Meg Day: Blog Laura Hughes: Instagram Sponsor Websites and Codes Merrell: Learn more about the Ontario Waterproof Mid hiking shoes by visiting Merrell.com Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It’ll help other people find us. Music is by Josh Woodward, Lee Rosevere and Kai Engel using a Creative Commons Attribution license. Miusic is also by Liam McNally.

Hiking has become both a side hustle and a form of therapy for weekend adventurer Holly Johnson. We talk about how work and play blend together in her life, but also how she deliberately keeps them separate. From her first solo backpacking trip to carving out time for adventure travel outside of her 9-5 job, Holly, aka @missholldoll, is above all else a hiker. Woman featured in this episode: Holly Johnson Hosted by Gale Straub Sponsored by Merrell, Ritual, and EarlyBirdCBD.com In this episode, you'll hear: How an ex-boyfriend reintroduced Holly to hiking (but why she kept hiking for herself) About her first solo backpacking trip Why she enjoys going out with friends but finds solo experiences to be rewarding How she grew a large Instagram following and does brand partnerships, but chooses to keep it as her side hustle What Holly likes about her 9-5 job How Holly balances what she chooses to share and what she keeps to herself Why, into her late 30's, she's made dating a smaller priority in her life, and how that's opened up room for hiking and travel Hiking trips on her bucketlist (and to return to!) About the adventure trip she's running to Costa Rica The She Explores book & Tour Resources Holly Johnson: Instagram @missholldoll & Website Costa Rica trip Holly is co-hosting with Trova She-Explores.com Sponsor Websites and Codes Merrell: Learn more by visiting to Merrell.com! Ritual: Get 10% off your first three months by visiting Ritual.com/explore EarlyBirdCBD.com: Get 20% off your purchase by going to EarlybirdCBD.com/explores and using code 'EXPLORES' at checkout Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It’ll help other people find us. Music is by Josh Woodward, Lee Rosevere and Kai Engel using a Creative Commons Attribution license

This Earth Day, we’re looking on the bright side. We’re asking, how can a sense of environmental optimism keep us facing forward? What strength do we gain when we’re comfortable starting fresh - whether it’s a climbing route, in our personal lives, or in our approach to sustainability? . We climb and camp in Moab, Utah with photographer, climber, and Mountain Hardwear ambassador Kylie Fly, who knows thinking outside the box is beneficial to all aspects of life. Woman featured in this episode: Kylie Fly Hosted by Gale Straub Sponsored by Mountain Hardwear Why Kylie gravitates towards optimism in all areas of her life How she got into climbing and the advice she has for others who want to get started Why she loves climbing Times in climbing (and life!) where she's approached a route and started from scratch How Mountain Hardwear has started from scratch with their whole gear line for spring, including tents without fire retardant chemicals Why environmental optimism can help us through challenging times The small steps Kylie takes to recreate and live sustainably How brands are using more sustainable (and recycled) materials What we can do when spending time outside to minimize our impact The She Explores book & Tour Resources Kylie Fly: Instagram & Portfolio Leave No Trace Mountain Hardwear Tents & Sleeping Bags She Explores Book & Tour Sponsor Websites and Codes Mountain Hardwear Products mentioned: Lamina ECO AF Sleeping Bag & Line of Flame Retardant-free tents Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It’ll help other people find us. Music is by Liam McNally, Josh Woodward, Lee Rosevere and Kai Engel using a Creative Commons Attribution license

Anyone else a ‘bad’ science student in high school? For those who haven’t been indoctrinated, earth science can be all intimidating facts and hard edges. Hannah Perrine Mode is an abstract artist who has found a connection to science through her artwork. Her experiences as a science communicator as part of the Juneau Icefield Research Program in Alaska have opened her up to more diverse methods of sharing glacial and earth science with people - on and off the icefield. We talk about how Hannah went from being a self-described ‘bad’ science student to using abstract art to tell the stories of glaciers to creating an installation at Google featuring women scientists. Woman featured in this episode: Hannah Perrine Mode Hosted by Gale Straub In this episode you'll hear: Why Hannah advocates for more hands-on science in high school and college How both creating art and spending time outside became an entry point for Hannah to learn more about science and geology About Hannah's love of and fascination with glaciers How she got involved with the Juneau Icefield Research Program (JIRP) Why Hannah argues for diverse methods of science communication The important role art plays in conservation conversations About her installation at Google that celebrates female scientists What Hannah hopes for the future of science and art Why Hannah doesn't have her career all figured out but has been enjoying looking back and seeing what has followed her throughout it so far Advice for other artists Head to She-Explores.com to meet us on our book tour! Sponsored by ThirdLove and Robinhood Join us in our She Explores Podcast Facebook Group Sponsor Websites and Codes ThirdLove: Get 15% off your first order by heading to thirdlove.com/explore Robinhood: Get a FREE stock like Apple, Ford, or Sprint to help you build your portfolio by heading to explores.robinhood.com Resources Hannah Perrine Mode: Website & Instagram Juneau Icefield Research Program She Explores Book Book Events: Denver @ Topo Designs 4/10; Littleton, CO Tattered Cover - Aspen Grove 4/11; Moab, UT Back of Beyond Books 4/16

Shouldn't it be easier for women to use the bathroom outside? Shouldn't pants be made for female anatomy? The founders behind SheFly Apparel think so. They've reinvented pants for us to wear on the trail and elsewhere. Meet two of the three co-founders, Bianca Gonzalez and Charlotte Massey. Women featured in this episode: Bianca Gonzalez and Charlotte Massey Hosted by Gale Straub In this episode you'll hear: About Bianca's entrepreneurial philosophy, the acronym of which is appropriate: "PEE" What SheFly Apparel is, and how it came to be Why women need a solution for 'answering nature's call' outdoors Why the current position of a fly on pants is antiquated and fitting for male anatomy rather than female (and how it's also pretty darn sexist) The marketing challenges of spreading the word about a women's specific product that helps you go to the bathroom outside How the founders have balanced college and post-college life with founding a business Why SheFly Apparel hopes to revolutionize the pa(n)triarchy and what they have in store for the future Head to She-Explores.com to meet us on our book tour! Sponsored by Ritual and EarlybirdCBD.com Join us in our She Explores Podcast Facebook Group Sponsor Websites and Codes Head to Ritual.com/explore to get 10% off your first 3 months of vitamins Head to EarlybirdCBD.com/explores and use code EXPLORES at checkout for 20% off your order Resources SheFly Apparel: Website SheFly Apparel iFundWomen crowdfunding campaign Kyle Wright: Portfolio She Explores Book & Tour She-Explores.com Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It’ll help other people find us. Music is by Liam McNally, Lee Rosevere and Kai Engel using a Creative Commons Attribution license

Both filmmaker Sarah Menzies and The Musical Mountaineers accomplished big things after our conversations last year. Sarah debuted her film Afghan Cycles. Rose and Anastasia played music in Seattle's Benaroya Hall. We catch up and celebrate what's next. Women featured in this episode: Sarah Menzies, Anastasia Allison, and Rose Freeman Hosted by Gale Straub In this episode you'll hear: How the Afghan Cycles film debut at Hot Docs film festival went for filmmaker Sarah Menzies Why film festivals are important for outdoor documentary films How Sarah is carving out time for her and her partner Kaitlin after devoting so much time to Afghan Cycles What Sarah wants to focus on for her next film project How she feels about Afghan Cycles being available to stream on platforms like iTunes Why Sarah wouldn't tell you she's "living the dream" but why she wouldn't have it any other way The Musical Mountaineers share about the concert they played at Benaroya Hall in Seattle (and how it wasn't as different as they thought it would be from playing in the mountains) The beauty in the fact that wherever Anastasia and Rose play their instruments, the feeling is the same. What Rose and Anastasia are excited about Anastasia's p-cloth company, Kula Cloth The possibility The Musical Mountaineers see in 2019 (for themselves and for others!) The She Explores book We're doing a She Explores book event at REI Seattle May 1st at 6:30PM. Mark your calendar! Sponsored by NoteCast by EX-IQ and Warby Parker Learn more at She-Explores.com Join us in our She Explores Podcast Facebook Group Sponsor Websites and Codes Warby Parker: Head to warbyparker.com/EXPLORE to order your free Home Try-On’s today. Notecast: Head to Notecast.app and use code EXPLORES at checkout for 60 days free! Resources Sarah's Episode: All In Rose and Anastasia's episode: The Musical Mountaineers Afghan Cycles: Find it on iTunes and find out where you else you can stream it Afghan Cycles: Website Sarah Menzies: Instagram & Let Media The Musical Mountaineers: Instagram & Facebook Kula Cloth: Website & Instagram Anastasia Allison: Instagram and Website Rose Freeman: Instagram She Explores Book Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It’ll help other people find us. Music is by Josh Woodward, Lee Rosevere and Kai Engel using a Creative Commons Attribution license.

A little mindfulness goes a long way. Meet Kenya and Michelle Jackson-Saulters, founders of Outdoor Journal Tour and WE Hike to Heal. We have a lot on our minds - we often put our own needs on the backburner. Kenya and Michelle believe that self-care can look like a walk in the woods and that the effect can be multiplied with journaling and meditating. They're on a mission to help women all over the world reclaim their bodies, minds, and communities through their special guided hikes and mindfulness lessons. Women featured in this episode: Kenya Jackson and Michelle Jackson-Saulters Hosted by Gale Straub In this episode you'll hear: How meditation can amplify the positive effects of your experiences in nature What 'grounding' is and why it's important About the origin of Outdoor Journal Tour (ODJT) The positive benefits of hiking, journaling, and meditating About Michelle's first solo hike in Georgia How ODJT cultivates a welcoming and non-intimidating environment on their group hikes Why ODJT gears their work towards women About the Journal of Mindful Movement Why Kenya included a 'body apology' in the journal How when we think about health, we should include mental as well as physical health About WE Hike to Heal and the March initiative culminating in group hikes around North America on March 30th Why embracing healing doesn't mean there's something wrong with us Sponsored by NoteCast by EX-IQ, ThirdLove, and EarlybirdCBD.com Learn more at She-Explores.com Join us in our She Explores Podcast Facebook Group Sponsor Websites and Codes Notecast: Head to Notecast.app and use code EXPLORES at checkout for 60 days free! ThirdLove: Get 15% off your first order by heading to ThirdLove.com/explore EarlybirdCBD: Head to EarlybirdCBD.com/explores and use code EXPLORES at checkout for 20% off Resources Outdoor Journal Tour: Website & Instagram WE Hike to Heal: Website Sign up for a hike March 30th Register to lead a #WEhiketoheal hike! Here's the form Kenya Jackson-Saulters: Website & Instagram Michelle Jackson-Saulters: Instagram UN/ROOTED podcast: Website & Instagram Mirna Valerio: Instagram & SE Podcast Episode Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It’ll help other people find us. Music is by Jason Shaw, Lee Rosevere and Kai Engel using a Creative Commons Attribution license.

How has the She Explores podcast impacted you? That's what we wanted to know. So Gale’s team member and host of Women on the Road, Laura Hughes, secretly asked some of you who have been on the show in the past to share just that, and in doing so created a secret bonus episode to celebrate 100 episodes of the She Explores podcast, the She Explores community, and the work Gale has done over the past several years to help cultivate it with such intention, generosity, and care. We hope that in listening to these familiar voices, you feel some pride and kinship. Because if you’re hearing this, you’ve helped to build it. Women featured in this episode: Gale Straub, Kit Whistler, Anna Brones, Brigette Meinhold, Julie Hotz, Karen Wang, Mary Ann Thomas, Sarah Attar, Sarah Menzies, Erin Sullivan, and Lora Straub Hosted by Laura Hughes in honor of Gale Straub's hard work Learn more at She-Explores.com Join us in our She Explores Podcast Facebook Group Resources Episode 100 of She Explores: ‘Injured & Indoors‘ Gale Straub: Instagram Kit Whistler: Instagram | Website | Episode 1 Anna Brones: Instagram | Website | Episode 58 | Episode 78 Brigette Meinhold: Instagram | Website | Episode 30 Julie Hotz: Instagram | Website | Episode 2 & Episode 32 Karen Wang: Instagram | Website | Episode 9 Mary Ann Thomas: Instagram | Website | Episode 83 Sarah Attar: Instagram | Website | Episode 45 & Episode 58 Sarah Menzies: Instagram | Website | Episode 58 & Episode 62 Erin Sullivan: Instagram | Website | Episode 21 Lora Straub: Episode 43 Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It’ll help other people find us. Music is by Kai Engel and Lee Rosevere using a Creative Commons Attribution license.

What happens when injury sidelines you from your favorite outdoor activities. First off, you're not alone. This episode features four nature-loving women whose injuries necessitated surgery and lots of time for rest. We talk about the mental and physical challenges, how they coped, and how it felt when they made it outside again once more. Women featured in this episode: Hailey Hirst, Erica Aaron, Amanda Gates, and Jaime Purinton Hosted by Gale Straub In this episode you'll hear: About four women's injuries and how their recoveries put them on the sidelines of their outdoor lives How the mental challenge of healing is often harder than the physical challenge How the women coped with the isolation, immobility, and separation from the outdoor activities they love What it felt like when they were able to step back outside Sponsored by NoteCast by EX-IQ & Ritual Learn more at She-Explores.com Join us in our She Explores Podcast Facebook Group Sponsor Websites and Codes Notecast: Head to Notecast.app and use code EXPLORES at checkout for 60 days free! Ritual: Head to Ritual.com/explore to get started! Resources Blog post: 'How to Cope When You're Recovering Indoors' Hailey Hirst: Instagram & Website Erica Aaron: Instagram Amanda Gates: Instagram Jaime Purinton: Instagram & Hike It Off Clothing Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It’ll help other people find us. Music is by Josh Woodward and Kai Engel using a Creative Commons Attribution license.

How to make time for nature, even in the winter season. It can be be all too easy to get into a groove that doesn't include the outdoor activities you love -- but that's OK, too. This episode shares some practical tips for experiencing nature year round. We talk to She Explores and Women on the Road team members Noël Russell, Laura Hughes, and Hailey Hirst about how they incorporate nature into their everyday lives, and why it isn't always easy. Women featured in this episode: Noël Russell, Laura Hughes, and Hailey Hirst Hosted by Gale Straub Tips for experiencing nature year round, even in winter: Eat your meals outside Walking your dog Driving with your window open Try a new activity: snowshoeing, cross country skiing, skating, ice climbing, ice fishing - for a few ideas! Go out with a friend that loves cold weather Treat yourself to something you love after you step outside Read an adventurous book and experience some 'armchair' outdoor time Sent up a tent inside! Bring some plants into your home Take note of the 'in-between' moments: shoveling snow, the light through the trees, a bird in the distance In this episode you'll hear: Nature sounds from New Hampshire and Utah! How Noël taps into nature while living in a city Why walking her dogs helps Noël experience nature on weekdays Why it can be harder to spend time outside in the winter Suggested new activities to try this season Why Women on the Road podcast host Laura Hughes has conflicting feelings about winter How hiking in Moab has helped Laura learn about her new home Why Hailey Hirst has spent more time inside than usual this winter How an injury can change your perspective Advice Noël, Laura, and Hailey have for tapping into nature year round Sponsored by NoteCast by EX-IQ Join us in our She Explores Podcast Facebook Group Learn more at She-Explores.com Sponsor Website Head to notecast.app and use the code 'EXPLORES' to get your first 60 days free! Resources Noel Russell: Instagram Laura Hughes: Instagram Hailey Hirst: Instagram What Hailey's reading: Girl in the Woods & Paddling North Women on the Road: Episodes & Instagram She Explores Book She Explores Book Limited Edition Poster Promotion Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It’ll help other people find us. Music is by Lee Rosevere and Kai Engel using a Creative Commons Attribution license.

Stories connect us, help us learn, and help us better understand each other. Melanin Base Camp founder Danielle Williams taps into the power of storytelling to showcase the many different ways people of color and LGBTQ+ folks experience the outdoors. In this episode, we talk to Danielle and featured bloggers Nadia Mercado and Dr. Favia Dubyk. In interviewing Danielle, there’s a lot we could dig in to. She’s a skydiver and started “Team Blackstar Skydivers,” a community for skydivers of color. She’s third generation military. She’s coping with complications from Rheumatic Fever that have left her unable to run. She’s also one of the founding members of Diversify Outdoors, a coalition of social media influencers who share the goal of promoting diversity in outdoor spaces. Their website also hosts Teresa Baker’s Outdoor CEO Diversity pledge. For this episode, I want to highlight Danielle’s work with Melanin Base Camp and the power of storytelling, and in particular, the power of telling your own story and listening to the personal stories of others. Women featured in this episode: Danielle Williams, Nadia Mercado, and Dr. Favia Dubyk Hosted by Gale Straub In this episode you'll hear: About Danielle's early experiences running Nadia Mercado's article "I said I Wasn't Outdoorsy, but I Lied" and how we create stories about what is outdoorsy and what isn't The value of stories to help us understand people with different backgrounds and cultures How Danielle's chronic illness has changed her perspective Why Danielle started Melanin Base Camp to share the stories of people of color and the myriad of ways they experience the outdoors Why bloggers Nadia Mercado and Dr. Favia Dubyk contribute to Melanin Base Camp The power of storytelling to connect, to educate, and to create a historical record About Nadia's article, "Shut Up and Climb" and why 'good vibes only' cultures in outdoor adventure sports can be destructive What Melanin Base Camp will be focusing on in 2019 Sponsored by ThirdLove Join us in our She Explores Podcast Facebook Group Learn more at She-Explores.com Sponsor Website Head to ThirdLove.com/explore to learn more and get 15% off your first purchase! Resources Melanin Base Camp: Website, Instagram, Facebook Team Blackstar: Community for skydivers of color founded by Danielle Diversify Outdoors Nadia Mercado: Instagram Favia Dubyk: Instagram "I Said I Wasn't Outdoorsy, But I Lied" Shut Up and Climb Favia's Three Part Series on Cancer and Climbing: Part 1, Part 2, Part 3 Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It’ll help other people find us. Music is by Evan Schaeffer, Nihilore, Lee Rosevere, Miss, and Kai Engel using a Creative Commons Attribution license.

Photographer Alison Turner and mixed media artist Amanda Sandlin share about their creative practices on the road. This week, we're sharing an early episode of our sister podcast, "She Explores." Find it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Alison Turner has lived in and out of a van for the past 8 years, and traveled in a teardrop trailer and tent before that. She picked up photography 10 years ago and has been pursuing it since. We learn that there are many reasons Alison loves to escape in her van with her rescue dog Max. Since recording, she now has two adventure dogs. Amanda was relatively new to her life in her built-out minivan. She'd been on the road three months and was learning how to maintain her creative practice on the move. She found that it wasn't easy, but she enjoyed pushing herself and meeting new people. Amanda still works as an artist and is located near Denver, CO. In this episode, you’ll hear: Why Alison feels most like herself alone with her dog Max in the backcountry Why Alison loves taking photos What the photographic process is like for Alison The importance of reaching out to those you admire When Amanda started to identify as an artist The challenges Amanda has come up against as a fine artist with a mobile studio Why social media doesn't always tell the full picture of creativity How travel has made Amanda appreciate people more than ever Resources mentioned in this episode: Follow Alison on Instagram - @alisontravels Alison's portfolio - Alison Turner Photo Follow Amanda on Instagram - @atwildwoman Amanda's portfolio - Amanda Sandlin Women on the Road on Instagram - @womenontheroad Join the Women On The Road Podcast Facebook group Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It’ll help other people find us. You can also share this podcast with a friend. Thank you for your support! Episodes air weekly on Fridays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode. Follow along with Laura Hughes on Instagram (@howsheviewsit) and see more of her work through her website, How She Views It. Music is by Josh Woodward and Jason Shaw WOTR podcast cover artwork designed by Dani Opal.

Meet Jeanine Pesce, creative connector and founder of RANGE, a creative agency and magazine inspired by the culture of the outdoor movement. We talk about how she's carved out a place for herself in the outdoor industry. We also chat about the tenth issue of RANGE Mag, centered around the theme 'Work in Progress.' RANGE contributors Rocío, Hatie, and Emily share their perspectives on the theme and the unique stories about culture, product technology, and outdoor travel that they brought to the issue. Women featured in this episode: Jeanine Pesce, Rocío Villalobos, Hatie Parmeter, and Emily Hopcian Hosted by Gale Straub In this episode you'll hear: Stories around the theme of 'work in progress' How Jeanine Pesce started RANGE, a creative agency and magazine inspired by the culture of the outdoor movement Why Jeanine carved out a place for herself in the outdoor industry Why Jeanine believes in sharing her media platform with others How Rocío Villalobos sees herself as a work in progress and why it's important for her story to reach more people, especially young women of color Hatie Parmeter sharing a riveting story about new technology in outdoor gear Why RANGE managing editor Emily Hopcian is passionate about writing international features How Jeanine is working on finding more time for herself as a business owner and outdoor-lover What's next for RANGE in 2019 Sponsored by Ritual Join us in our She Explores Podcast Facebook Group Learn more at She-Explores.com Sponsor Website Ritual.com/explore Resources SNEWS article on Outdoor CEO Pledges by James Edward Mills Outdoor CEO Diversity Pledge RANGE Website & Instagram RANGE Magazine Issue 10 Rocío Villalobos: Instagram Hatie Parmeter: Instagram & Whoa Mag Emily Hopcian: Instagram & Portfolio José G Gonzáles: Website Melanin Basecamp Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It’ll help other people find us. Music is by Jason Shaw, Mise, and Kai Engel using a Creative Commons Attribution license.

Caroline Gleich is a ski mountaineer who knows the meaning of scary but rewarding: whether she's climbing 8,000 meter mountains in the Himalayas or anticipating her future as an adventure-seeking wife and mom. Years of hard work have brought her here and while she's a self described late bloomer, Caroline's learned to trust the timing in her life. Looking back on 2018, Caroline shared on her Instagram that she summited 72 peaks and climbed 489,704 human powered vertical feet of uphill. Included in these peaks and vertical feet was the 6th highest mountain in the world, Cho Oyu. We talked with Caroline about that climb and the family she sees in her future. Even though she’s ski mountaineered some of the tallest mountains in the world, her thoughts on fear, self-trust, and creating the life she wants for herself hit close to home. Plus, we catch up with Karen Wang two years after we interviewed her for Episode 9, After the Pacific Crest Trail. Women featured in this episode: Caroline Gleich and Karen Wang Hosted by Gale Straub The She Explores Book is now available for presale! Learn more here In this episode you'll hear: What surprised Caroline about her climb of Cho Oyu, the sixth highest mountain in the world Why she continues to ski mountaineer despite the inherent risks How altitude sickness almost cost her the summit Why she proposed to her fiancé and not the other way around How what she learned on Cho Oyu will help her on her spring climb of Everest How Caroline copes with pre-trip anxiety and post-trip depression Why getting married and planning to have kids feels scarier than a big mountaineering trip Our up with Karen Wang two years after her "After the Pacific Crest Trail" interview Sponsored by ThirdLove Join us in our She Explores Podcast Facebook Group Learn more at She-Explores.com Sponsor Websites and Codes Thirdlove.com/explore: For 15% off your first purchase Resources Caroline Gleich: Instagram & Website Karen Wang: Photography/Website & Blog Episode 9 - After the Pacific Crest Trail: Karen Wang Follow Through: A Film about Caroline by REI & Duct Tape Then Beer Headspace App RANGER Station Schedule at Outdoor Retailer trade show Natives Outdoors Flash Foxy She Explores Book, available for Pre-order! Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It’ll help other people find us. Music is by Steve Combs, Mise, Josh Woodward, Evan Schaffer, and Meydan using a Creative Commons Attribution license.

Heather Hansman went on a solo pack rafting adventure for the sake of conservation. Paddling the 730 mile Green River, she learned about the future of water in the west and documented her journey in her upcoming book, Downriver: Into the Future of Water in the West. We talk about her two month pack rafting trip, what it means to write an adventure memoir that's grounded in water conservation, and why addressing environmental issues doesn't have to be intimidating or impersonal. Planning ahead can be like reading a river, a graceful mix of intuition and problem solving. Women featured in this episode: Heather Hansman Hosted by Gale Straub The She Explores Book is now available for presale! Learn more here In this episode you'll hear: How Heather got started as a rafting guide Why water conservation doesn't have to be an abstract, hard to understand concept (But why it's probably more complicated than you think ) The reason Heather wanted to pack raft the Green River All the logistics involved in planning a 730 mile rafting trip Heather's thoughts on adventure memoirs Why solo isn't necessarily better when you're on an adventure Some of the issues Heather dug into that stakeholders found with water rights in the Colorado River basin Why river recreation is inherently tied to conservation What we can do close to home Sponsored by Ritual Join us in our She Explores Podcast Facebook Group Learn more at She-Explores.com Resources Heather Hansman's Website Downriver: Into the Future of Water in the West - Available for Pre-order! 12 Essential Books on Water in the West, as recommended by Heather She Explores Book, available for Pre-order! If you liked this episode, you'll probably like: Episode 56: An (Adventure) Book Club for the 21st Century Episode 92: Quitting Can Be A Kindness - Nicole Antoinette Episode 72: Fifty Years as an Outdoor Entrepreneur - Sheri Tingey Episode 49: Great Lakes, Greater Goals - Traci Lynn Martin Sponsor Websites and Codes Ritual.com/explore Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It’ll help other people find us. Music is by Jason Shaw, Nihilore, and Meydan using a Creative Commons Attribution license.

We put out a call for voice submissions, asking questions like: how will you bring what you’ve learned in the outdoors this year into 2019? Are you hoping to take up a new skill? Is there anyone you want to introduce to your outdoor life? Do you have any big trips planned? Or are you embracing resources closer to home? The answers were a resounding yes, all around. Women featured in this episode: Marissa Priestap, Alisha M’Lot Ruby and Jenni Goldman, Rhiannon Ball, Annabel Plush, Diandra Oliver, Jennifer, Meghan Young, Hailey Hirst, Kimberly Bradley, Katarina Mulec, Rachel Friedman, Kate Rafey, Rocio, Elisa Janson, Desiree Penner, Helen Wallis, Francesca Turauskis, Teresa Benitez, Greta Matos, and Christina Hickman Hosted by Gale Straub In this episode you'll hear: The question to ask yourself if you're looking to spend more time outside in 2019 Why bringing others (and pets!) out with you can be fulfilling How fat people are claiming space for themselves in the outdoor industry (and on Mount Kilimanjaro) in 2019 How nature is healing, emotionally and physically Why when you're recovering from an injury (and otherwise), adventure is relative How listeners are hoping to incorporate conservation advocacy into their recreation in 2019 The specific goals and bucket we have on our minds Why big goals are great but small goals are valuable, too How it's difficult to balance indoor and outdoor time when you work full time Gale's hopes for 2019 (hint, they have to do with balance, too!) Sponsored by Benchmark Maps and Audible Join us in our She Explores Podcast Facebook Group Learn more at She-Explores.com Resources Marissa Priestap: Instagram & Blog Rhiannon Ball: 'outdoorsy' Instagram & personal Instagram Annabell Plush: Instagram Diandra Oliver: Instagram, Blog, & Curvy Kili Crew Fat Girls Hiking: Instagram & Website Layla Cameron: Fat Hiking Club Documentary Katarina Mulec: Instagram & Balkan River Defense Rachel Friedman: The Ski Retreat Elisa Janson: Blog & Women's Trail Summit Francesca Turauskis: Seize Your Adventure Podcast Teresa Benitez: Instagram Greta Matos: Company she's building in Chile & Instagram Christina Hickman: Instagram & Blog Desiree Penner: Instagram & Art Sponsor Websites and Codes Benchmark Maps: Take 20% with code SHEEXPLORES at checkout Audible.com/explore: Get first month free and one free audiobook! Or text EXPLORE to 500500 to get started Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It’ll help other people find us. Music is by Jason Shaw, Lee Rosevere, and Kai Engel using a Creative Commons Attribution license.

Nicole Rothschild is not your ordinary van traveler for many reasons, but most notably because she recently re-learned to drive a car. In fact less than a year ago, Nicole was battling chronic illness and couldn't get around without a wheelchair-- which means that these past few months have not only been ones but incredible challenge, but also incredible growth.In this episode, you'll hear:What chronic disease Nicole has been managing since childhoodNicole's most challenging points of her illnessHow Nicole began to turn her health around and find healingThe reason Nicole wanted to hit the road in a vanHow Nicole views her recovery compared to her doctorsNicole's travel style on the roadTips on staying present and finding daily gratitudeResources mentioned in this episode:Follow Nicole on Instagram - @walking.into.wellnessWalking Into Wellness - Nicole's coaching websiteCheck out Nicole's YouTube intro - Road to VanlifeShe Explores, a book by Gale Straub - available for pre-order now!Join the On the Road, Our Way Facebook Group!Sponsor Websites & PromotionsBenchmark Maps - Get 20% off your online order with codeWOMENONTHEROADThe Trip PodcastEnjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It'll help other people find us. You can also share this podcast with a friend. Thank you for your support!Episodes air weekly on Fridays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode. Follow along with Laura Borichevsky on Instagram (@howsheviewsit) and see more of her work through her website, How She Views It.Music is by Josh Woodward.Music also from Jukedeck - create your own at http://jukedeck.com.A production of Ravel Media

As a nurse, Rachel has studied and practiced the art of giving care for quite a while. But it wasn't until she moved into a van that she started to appreciate what it takes to receive it from others.No matter how, how often, where you go, or who you travel with, there is a certain sense of self-reliance that everyone who hits the road or lives in a camper needs to take on in order to be successful. But as you'll hear in this episode, there's also a great power in learning to accept care from others-- be it directly or indirectly, ongoing or in one passing moment-- because being on the road, or supporting those who are, also means being a part of a community. And our strength is in how we care for one another.In this episode, you'll hear:The vintage van Rachel lives in, and how she renovated it to suit herlifestyleWhy Rachel stealth camps part-time, and how she does itThe benefit of parking in cities with other van travelersThe importance of accepting help and support from others whiletravelingHow Rachel's career as a nurse interacts with her life as a vandwellerWhat it's like for Rachel to find a balance between urban and wildcampingWhat makes social media useful for van travelers, and how it canhinderThe unlikely resources Rachel turned to for support with her buildand beyondRachel's insights on the RV community and how it's different from#vanlifeTips on how to be a considerate and safe stealth camperWhy you don't have to spend a lot of money to outfit your vehicle fortravelResources mentioned in this episode:Rachel Fairchild on Instagram - @the_dirtbag_nurseCheapRVLiving.comWomen's Rubber Tramp RendezvousShe Explores, a book by Gale Straub - available for pre-order now!Join the On the Road, Our Way Facebook Group!Sponsor Websites & PromotionsBenchmark Maps - Get 20% off your online order with codeWOMENONTHEROADOutdoor Voices - Get 20% off your first order of $100 or more byvisiting www.outdoorvoices.com/WOTR and using code WOTR at check outEnjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It'll help other people find us. You can also share this podcast with a friend. Thank you for your support!Episodes air weekly on Fridays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode. Follow along with Laura Borichevsky on Instagram (@howsheviewsit) and see more of her work through her website, How She Views It.Music is by Josh Woodward.A production of Ravel Media

While reducing your carbon footprint is certainly important, the way we relate to one another is something else that environmentalist and road traveler Noami Grevemberg sees room for positive change in.Noami is originally from Trinidad, lived in New Orleans for a time with her husband, Dustin, and now the two travel in a VW van as well as abroad, focusing on experimenting with different eco travel practices along the way. As you'll hear on this episode, Noami is passionate about sustainable living, and has been dedicating her life to helping to make eco-friendly habits and choices more accessible to everyone-- whether you're on the road or living a more stationary lifestyle.While it would be easy to focus solely on the environmentally-conscious aspect of Noami does, there's a lot more to her work than that. And she might not say it this way herself, but in interviewing her for this episode, it's clear that starting conversations that aren't being had, and truly listening to everyone involved is a large part of what Noami does to better this earth. Sometimes it's related to sustainability practices-- and you'll hear in this episode that sometimes it's not. But there are so many ways to model positive change in this world. And while cutting down on single use plastic or turning off the faucet to brush your teeth are certainly important, the way we relate to one another is something else Noami sees room for positive change in.In this episode, you'll hear:The benefits of slow travelHow Noami stays warm in the van when the weather turns coldHer favorite rainy day activities when she's staying somewhere for awhileWhat inspired Noami to pursue environmentalism as her life's workHow Noami and her husband Dustin have dramatically reduced theirwasteNoami's favorite waste-reducing items and behaviorsHow to reduce your waste using the items you have on hand nowNoami's biggest challenges to working remotelyTips for cultivating a healthy relationship while working andtraveling togetherNoami's thoughts on women of color on the road and in the outdoorsA compelling anecdote from Noami's moto trip through Southeast AsiaResources mentioned in the episode:Noami Grevemberg - @irietoaurora on InstagramCacti and Coconuts - @cactiandcoconuts on Instagram and theirwebsite, cactiandcoconuts.comDownload The Ultimate Guide to Sustainability in Everyday Life forfreeBee's WrapWant to learn more about some incredible women of color traveling on the road? We cultivated this list earlier this year and encourage you to check it out: 13 Women of Color on the Road to Follow on InstagramShe Explores, a book by Gale Straub - available for pre-order now!Join the On the Road, Our Way Facebook Group!Sponsor Websites & PromotionsBenchmark Maps: get 20% off your order with code 'womenontheroad' at checkout!Outdoor Voices - Get 20% off your first order of $100 or more byvisiting www.outdoorvoices.com/WOTR and using code WOTR at check outYakimaLimited Edition Rumpl x Yakima x Stickfort Puffy BlanketEnter to win an incredible prize pack through the #mymountainhomephoto contest!Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It'll help other people find us. You can also share this podcast with a friend. Thank you for your support!Episodes air weekly on Fridays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode. Follow along with Laura Borichevsky on Instagram (@howsheviewsit) and see more of her work through her website, How She Views It.Music is by Logan Nickleson, Josh Woodward, and Hyson via Free Music Archive using a CC by A license. Additional sound by Herbert Boland via Free Sound using a CC by A license.A production of Ravel Media

River surfing, a niche but growing sport, has taken Brittany Parker from one river to another since 2011, from successful competitions in Colorado, to completing a first descent of the Zambezi River in Africa by stand up paddleboard, to co-founding an instructional river surfing business called RVR 2 RVR. This year, things started off really promising for Brittany-- but then it all changed.For Brittany, this past season has been one full of trauma, change, transition, growth, and-- as you'll hear time and again in this episode-- letting go. Because when we go through big changes-- and especially when they're unplanned-- the key to moving forward is all in how well we can let go of the expectations that were, to make room for what comes next.In this episode, you'll hear:About Brittany's new-to-her 1994 Ford Coach House vanWhat river surfing is, and how Brittany first got started doing itHow Brittany went from being a novice to a competitive river surferThe accident that changed the course of Brittany's year in a big wayHow her close friend and business partner Natali helped Brittanyusing her Wilderness First Responder trainingBrittany's current journey of healingThe importance of tuning into your body, no matter your healthHer insights on letting go of expectationsBrittany and Natali's whitewater SUP instruction and excursioncompany, RVR 2 RVRBrittany's advice for anyone out there wanting to try something new,take a risk, or get out on the road.Resources mentioned in this episode:Brittany Parker - @bp.surfs on Instagram and her blog, bp.surfsListen to Brittany's new podcast, Ride The SwellNatali Zollinger - @natalizollinger on InstagramRVR 2 RVR - @rvr2rvr on InstagramBadfish SUPAnd She's Dope TooInterested in becoming Wilderness First Aid or Wilderness FirstResponder certified? Find a Wilderness Medicine course near you.She Explores, a book by Gale Straub - available for pre-order now!Join the On the Road, Our Way Facebook Group!Sponsor Websites & PromotionsBenchmark Maps: use code WOMENONTHEROAD at checkout for 20% off!RumplLimited Edition Rumpl x Yakima x Stickfort Puffy BlanketEnter to win an incredible prize pack through the #mymountainhomephoto contest!Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It'll help other people find us. You can also share this podcast with a friend. Thank you for your support!Episodes air weekly on Fridays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode. Follow along with Laura Borichevsky on Instagram (@howsheviewsit) and see more of her work through her website, How She Views It.Music is by Logan Nickleson, Josh Woodward, and Hyson via Free Music Archive using a CC by A license. Additional sound by Herbert Boland via Free Sound using a CC by A license.A production of Ravel Media

Karen Ramos has been making a pretty big impact in the outdoor community this year through the conversations she's been starting in the realm of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in outdoor spaces. And most recently, she went on a road trip that spawned #fakevanlife.You might wonder how diversity, equity, and inclusion connects to road travel. Your mind might also jump to a very natural, comforting thought-- that you feel like the community you see and hear about out on the road is incredibly inclusive and supportive. But I also want you to think about every time you search online or meet other road travelers-- do you find a lot of diversity among those who are out there? Do you feel like what you see, or perhaps what you have, is truly accessible to others? We talk a lot on this podcast about how anyone can live or travel on the road-- but we rarely address the inherent privilege in the very statement itself.Tune in for a fresh perspective on road travel told by someone who uses her voice to open up conversations where outdoors, travel, and DEI intersect.In this episode, you'll hear:What inspired Karen to love outdoor adventures and make it a focus ofher careerThe thoughts that prompted Karen to start #fakevanlifeHow she sustained herself on the road with just the essentialsWhy Karen decided to share her road travels online, and the result ofsharing her storiesThe few items Karen purchased or borrowed so she could take her roadtripA few favorite moments from her road tripKaren shares her thoughts on why traveling is a privilegeThe moments Karen felt unsafe while traveling on the roadWhat Karen learned about herself from taking this road tripResources mentioned in this episode:Follow Karen on Instagram - @naturecholaLearn more about Karen's non-profit - Get Out Stay OutInstagram accounts Karen recommends: @brownenvironmentalist,@noel_russ, @unlikelyhikers, @melaninbasecampWe put together our own list of 13 Women of Color on the Road toFollow on InstagramCheck out the 2-part series Gale Straub and Liz Song put together for the SheExplores podcast on diversity, equity, and inclusion in the outdoorshere:Episode 13: Diversity: Beyond the BuzzwordEpisode 16: Towards a More Inclusive OutdoorsJoin the On the Road, Our Way Facebook Group!Sponsor Website and codesDeuterEnjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It'll help other people find us. You can also share this podcast with a friend. Thank you for your support!Episodes air weekly on Fridays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode. Follow along with Laura Borichevsky on Instagram (@howsheviewsit) and see more of her work through her website, How She Views It.Music is by The Volunteer State.Music is also by Josh Woodward, Jason Shaw, Jazzar, and Hyson via Free Music Archive using a CC by A license.A production of Ravel Media

There's a lot to traveling on the road with a romantic partner that is hard to explain with a social media post-- things like navigating tight living quarters, the special type of intimacy that comes with keeping a similar sleep schedule and buying all of the same groceries, and the behavioral change that happens when you know that there's nowhere to retreat in the heat of a disagreement. It's for this reason that Laura spends this episode bringing us all a little closer to some of the realities of traveling with a significant other by taking a peek into the lives of three different couples living on the road through the females within them: Katie Larsen, Juliana Linder, and Marisa and Vanessa Roaman. Tune in for stories on what to do if your partner is an early bird, how getting space from your partner is really a form of intimacy in itself, and that couples who clean together, stay together.Hosted by Laura BorichevskyFeaturing Katie Larsen, Juliana Linder, and Marisa and Vanessa RoamanCheck out Katie's Instagram and follow her adventures through their blog ->Experience Juliana's travels through her beautiful Instagram and website ->See where the Roamans go next by checking out their Instagram and blog ->Resources Mentioned in this Episode:Travels with Charley in Search of America by John SteinbeckThe Happiness Makeover by M.J. RyanAdditional Resources:Lessons from Close Travel by Gale Straub via HuckberryQuiz: How Well Could You and Your Partner #Vanlife Together? by Laura Borichevsky via BuzzfeedEpisodes air bi-weekly on Fridays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode. Follow along with Laura Borichevsky on Instagram and learn more about her on her portfolio site or through her travel blog, The Vanna Project.Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It'll help other people find us.Music for this episode is by Josh Woodward via freemusicarchive.org.

Host Laura Borichevsky shares her backstory - which includes a bit of trepidation about setting off on the road in her Ford Transit van full time. So she turns to some current and former travelers to get their advice for life on 4 wheels. Laura asks the question:What do you wish you knew before hitting the road?Since Laura doesn't have a time machine, talking with Laura Patton of Mobile Roamers and Gale Straub (host & founder of She Explores) is the next best thing. We also get to hear voice submissions answering the question from women who've lived the lifestyle first hand: Juliana Linder of @homesweetvan, Alexandra Ulmke of @agirlandhervan, Emily King of @wheresmyofficenow, Morgan Brown, Emelia Wint, and Ariel Ferree of We the Wildflowers.If you're curious about making the leap to full time travel, love taking long road trips on the weekends, or just want to meet some adventurous women - this episode is for you.Learn more via https://www.ravelmedia.co/wotr-podcast.See Laura Borichevsky' photography at www.howsheviewsit.comIf you enjoy this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you stream stories!Join the “On the Road, Our Way” Facebook Group