Podcasts about outdoor women

 This week, the Harvest Your Own Podcast welcomes Naomi and Heba - two incredible women breaking barriers in the outdoors! Naomi, a fitness competitor and trainer, and Heba, a business owner with a passion for physical fitness, share their journeys in outdoor exploration, rifle shooting, and hunting. Naomi and Heba discuss their experiences attending Alberta Hunter Education Instructors' Association's Outdoor Women's Program, the challenges of trying something new, and the thrill of connecting with nature. This episode is packed with inspiration and empowering stories for anyone looking to step outside their comfort zone. If you liked the podcast or have a topic request, leave a comment or send us a message.Like the episode or let us know another topic to cover.Find Brad at:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bradfenson/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brad.fensonFind Harvest Your Own at:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HarvestYourOwnInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/harvestyourownaca/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@harvestyourownThreads: https://www.threads.net/@harvestyourownacaX/Twitter: https://x.com/harvestyourownWebsite: https://www.harvestyourown.ca/

Exciting news! Natalie's incredible journey into the world of outdoor sports and culinary adventures is now live on the latest episode of Harvest Your Own Podcast with host, Brad Fenson! From discovering delicious wild game wine pairings to embracing hunting and fishing for a deeper connection to her food and the land, Natalie shares her inspiring story.

Meet Kate. She's a wife, mother, and outdoor woman who started Outdoor Women of Nashville because she wanted to connect with other women in her area and share adventures together. Kate will be joining us on our virtual stage at our Hike Like A Woman Summit in May and we're excited for you to get the opportunity to meet her. Enjoy my conversation with Kate today. To learn more about Outdoor Women of Nashvilie click here: https://www.facebook.com/OWNAdventuresTN/ To learn more about what we do at Hike Like A Woman, please visit our website at https://www.hikelikeawoman.com To support the show and help us offset the cost of hosting our conference you can donate a few bucks right here: https://ko-fi.com/hikelikeawoman

In this episode, Stephen visits with Kate Joiner, founder of the Outdoor Women of Nashville (#OWN).  Stephen and Kate talk about how the OWN brings women to all things outdoors, with a membership of over 14,000. You can learn more about the Outdoor Women of Nashville at http://OutdoorWomenofNashville.com.You can follow Stephen on Facebook by searching for stephenrobbinshd or on Instagram at StephenHuntDay.You can also email Stephen at stephen.huntingday@gmail.com or info.huntingday@gmail.com.You can now get your Hunting Day coffee from the Hunting Day Coffee Company.And until next time, keep hunting and doing what God calls you to do.

This is the last episode of She Explores. In it, we say farewell, reflect on endings, and invite past guests of the show to share the lessons they've learned in the outdoors over the last few years. Through these women's stories, we're reminded how important it is to have the space we need to show up as ourselves when we're spending time outside. Thank you to everyone who has touched the show over the years: the listeners, our guests, our collaborators, and our advertisers. It's been an honor to hold your stories. READ THIS BLOG POST if you want to learn more about our decision, and what the team is up to next.Featured in this episode: Jaymie Shearer, Shon't, Hiranya de Alwis Jayasinghe, Sydney Williams, Gabaccia, Noël Russell, Hailey Hirst, Tori Duhaime.She Explores is Hosted & Produced by Gale StraubVisit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on InstagramResourcesHiranya de Alwis Jayasinghe's new album, Frangipani & Daisy ChainsGale's website: GaleStraub.comFull Quote from Helen Bright, aka “Bright Wanderer” on endingsOur new book, Women and WaterWomen and Water, the AudiobookRate this podcastRavel MediaMusic is licensed via podcastmusic.com.

Outdoor Women Lead (OWL) fundraiser at Fogtown Brewing Company, Ellsworth, Maine - Thursday, June 29, 2023Enjoy a special spritzer release made from locally foraged and harvested deliciousness, all to benefit OWL programming and OWLette summer camp for girls!Get more info about Outdoor Women Lead and Women for Healthy Rural Living here:  https://whrl.org/programs/owl/Or join OWL on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/outdoorwomenlead/–Diversify Whitewater Community River Float at Veazie Salmon Club, Veazie, Maine - Saturday, July 8, 2023All BIPOC, Queer, and allied paddlers (and wanna-be's!) are encouraged to join in this FREE event, to encourage and celebrate more diversity on Maine's waterways!Register for the Diversify Whitewater Community River Float here:  Bit.ly/DWMaineOr email acstrong @ packraft.me  for more information.Learn more about Diversify Whitewater here:  https://diversifywhitewater.org/

Josephine Baran is currently the Director of Outward Bound Canada's Training Academy for Outdoor Professionals which is seeking to create access and training opportunities for groups that have been traditionally under-represented in the outdoor industry. She fell in love with Canada's natural spaces when she moved here as a teenager and firmly believes we are the best version of ourselves when we are outdoors. She led the National Community team for Mountain Equipment Co-op which had the largest series of races in Canada and is happiest when she is running the trails with her dogs, paddling at her cabin in Northern Ontario or snowboarding in the Rockies. About the Training Academy The Training Academy has two levels of fully funded programming, that we are able to offer at no cost to our participants; the Foundations and Essentials level. Foundations offers 6 days of workshops with a strong focus on growing outdoor technical skills and building comfort in the outdoors. There is a 5 day outdoor journey option also. It truly is about creating access for groups and communities that have been traditionally under-represented. The Essentials program offers 10 days of workshops that focuses on a broad range of topics like mental health first aid, trauma informed outdoor leadership and more. It also provides four days of technical training at a basecamp workshop and a ten day outdoor journey. This level readies participants to enter the outdoor industry with the skills to work with the diverse and evolving needs of our population. Diversity in the outdoors resources Kasiama, Jusdith. “On diversity and healing in nature.” The Great Trail. January 30, 2020.  Kelly, Ash. “The Adventure Gap: Why minorities are less likely to pursue outdoor recreation.” CBC. June 20, 2018. Brean, Joseph. “Canada's 'adventure gap': Why it doesn't make sense for the great outdoors to be such a white space.” National Post. May 28, 2018. Lockhart, Jessica Wynne. “How to help new Canadians access the great outdoors.” Cottage Life. September 22, 2017. Moye, Jayme. “Jaylyn Gough Asks: Whose Land Are You Exploring?” Outside Online. May 31, 2018. Kloos, Kassondra. “We Need More Women of Color Working in the Outdoors.” Outside Magazine. April 3, 2018. Tariq, Ambreen. “I Would But: I Am The Only Person of Color.” REI Co-Op Journal. February 22, 2018. Baker, Teresa. “Changing Faces of the Outdoors.” Alpinist. October 03, 2017. Kefauver, Olivia. "Diversifying the Outdoors: Brown People Camping." Outdoor Women's Alliance. 2017.  Haile, Rahawa. “Going It Alone.” Outside Magazine. April 11, 2017.  Tariq, Ambreen. "My Immigrant Story: Loneliness and Empowerment at the American Campground." Outside Online. April 07, 2017.  Scharper, Julie. "Nature Fix." National Parks Conservation Association. 2017.  Berger, Erin. "To Diversify the Outdoors, We Have to Think About Who We're Excluding."Outside Online. November 20, 2016.  Kloos, Kassondra. “We Need More Women of Color Working in the Outdoors.” Outside Magazine. April 3, 2018. Rassler, Brad. “The Adventure Gap and Narratives of Inclusion: James Edward Mills talks about why the face of outdoor adventure must change.” Alpinist. December 21, 2016. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Calling all ladies! The annual Becoming an Outdoors Woman (BOW) weekend is scheduled for June 3-4. This program is a great introduction to hunting, fishing and other outdoor activities for ladies. Kate Joiner was introduced to BOW many years ago. As Kate's passion for the outdoors grew, she founded Outdoor Women of Nashville to provide another avenue for women to come together and share outdoor experiences. Learn more about both programs as we chat with Kate and Wildlife Education Program Coordinator, Don Hosse. To register for the June 2023 BOW weekend visit https://license.gooutdoorstennessee.com/Event/ViewEvent.aspx?id=47135. #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #tnwildcast

On tonight's show, Jim reveals the recent legislative actions that have upset many sportsmen and outdoor women across the state. Jim and co-host Scott Cronin also report on the current hunting and fishing conditions.

On tonight's show, Jim reveals the recent legislative actions that have upset many sportsmen and outdoor women across the state. Jim and co-host Scott Cronin also report on the current hunting and fishing conditions.

Ingrid Backstrom has been a professional skier for over twenty years and is a household name and someone widely considered a “legend” in the world of free skiing. She is also a mother, a filmmaker, and co-founder of S.A.F.E. A.S. backcountry clinics. In this conversation we discuss Ingrid's professional skiing career and her journey as a woman in a male-dominated sport. We also talk about her work to make skiing more fun and inclusive, how she has learned from mistakes along the way, and how you don't have to be a mom to “ski like a mother.” We first connected with Ingrid around “The Approach” film, a project she's been helping lead for the past three years. We talk about the joy of seeing others learn to love a new passion, learning to look a life from a different perspective and making mistakes along the way, how to interrupt an entrenched industry - even as an underdog, what she's learned in her 20 years of being a pro-skier and much more. Our "debrief" this episode is a conversation between host Faith Briggs Rose and her mother, Hope Briggs. Faith asks her mom about what it's been like to be a white woman navigating racial awareness, based on being in an interracial marriage for almost 40 years, especially coming from a sheltered background. It's a challenging, illuminating and raw conversation. Follow along and learn more about Ingrid on Instagram via https://www.instagram.com/ingridbackstrom/

Bonnie Tsui's book, Why We Swim, dropped at a time when we were all looking for guidance on how to move our bodies in ways that took us out of our heads and into our element. But its message is continuous. Why We Swim is a must-read whether you think of yourself as a swimmer or not. It takes you to the source of our innately human relationship with water and weaves together history, science, and her own personal story to propel us on the journey.We wanted to start this Women and Water series with my conversation with Bonnie because she is truly an expert on why we gravitate to the ocean, lakes, and other waterways that provide us with so much. Bonnie shares more about Why We Swim, her own start to swimming, how swimming helps us feel free, and so much more. This is the first in a series of interviews with some incredible humans who are featured in Women and Water - a new book from the team behind She Explores. We're taking the conversation off the page and into their relationship with water today. You'll hear from swimmers, surfers, paddlers, fishers, and more. Enjoy listening? Rate & Review She ExploresFeatured in this episode: Bonnie TsuiShe Explores is Hosted & Produced by Gale StraubJoin the She Explores Podcast community on FacebookVisit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on InstagramResourcesBonnie TsuiBonnieTsui.comInstagram: @bonnietsui8Twitter: Why We Swim Bonnie's childrens book: Sarah and the Big WaveOur new book, Women and WaterMentioned in conversation:Caroline PaulFlorence Williams' The Nature FixRate this podcastRavel MediaMusic is licensed via podcastmusic.com.

The Deem File Conference Championships Won at Miami: 17 All-Americans Coached at Miami: 193 National Champions Coached at Miami: 15 In her 32 seasons at the University of Miami, Amy Deem has shaped the Hurricanes into a national force that has produced an impressive roster of All-Americans, conference champions, national champions and Olympians. A native of Parkersburg, West Virginia and graduate of Ohio University, Deem first came to Miami in 1988 as an intern in the compliance department. During her internship, she served as a volunteer assistant coach with the track & field team. She hasn't left Coral Gables since. In the spring of 1990, Deem was named Miami's women's track & field coach. Before her hire, no Hurricane had ever recorded an NCAA qualifying mark. Entering the 2022-23 season, 92 student-athletes have earned 193 All-American marks. Deem was promoted to her current position as Miami's Director of Track & Field/Cross Country in 2008 and became, at the time, just the sixth woman to oversee both the men's and women's track & field and cross country programs at a Division I school. Since Deem's arrival, the Hurricanes have won a combined 17 conference championships in the Big East and Atlantic Coast Conference. The most recent came in 2022 when Miami's women's team – led by All-American thrower Debbie Ajagbe – won the ACC outdoor championship. It was the Hurricanes' fourth such title following wins in 2005, 2006 and 2018. Deem was named the ACC's Outdoor Women's Track & Field Coach of the Year after the 2022 season, earning the distinction for the fourth time in her illustrious career. It was her eighth overall ACC coaching honor. Under Deem's guidance, the Miami women have also won five ACC indoor championships (2005, 2006, 2016, 2017, 2019), six Big East outdoor championships (1998, 1999, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004), and two Big East indoor titles (2003, 2004). Deem has also coached 15 of Miami's 17 individual national champions, including hurdler Gillian Russell, who won five national titles between 1992 and 1995, and thrower Kimberli Barrett, who won two national championships in 2005. Miami's most recent national championship came in 2019 when Michelle Atherley won the indoor pentathlon title. While the Hurricanes have become a fixture at the NCAA Championships during Deem's tenure at Miami, her success isn't limited to the college arena. She has coached 10 Miami student-athletes who became Olympians, including Lauryn Williams, the first American woman to medal at both the Summer and Winter Games. Williams, a national champion hurdler for the Hurricanes, was a silver medalist in the 100-meters at the 2004 Athens Games and a gold medalist as part of the 4×100 relay team in London in 2012. Six months after retiring from track in 2013, Williams pursued a new sport: bobsledding. She went on to win a silver medal at the Sochi Winter Games, along with fellow American Elana Meyers-Taylor. Deem herself was a part of the U.S. Olympic Team in 2012, serving as the head coach for the women's national team at the London Games. The U.S. women won 14 medals in those Games and a year later, Deem again led Team USA at the 2013 World Championships in Moscow. She was also the head coach of the U.S. National Team at the 2007 World Championships in Osaka, Japan, and served as President of the United States Track Coaches Association from 2003-2005. In 2002, Deem was honored as the United States Olympic Committee Developmental Coach of the Year for Track & Field and has been honored four times as the USTCA South District Coach of the Year. She also served as the Event Coordinator for Sprints and Hurdles for the USA Track & Field Coaches Education Program from 1998-2000 and in 2001, was the head coach of the USATF Junior National Team that competed in England and Scotland. In 2003, she served as the sprints and hurdles coach for the United States at the Pan American Games. Deem, who is a certified USA Track & Field Level III coach and instructor, was inducted into the U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association Hall of Fame in 2017 and the UM Sports Hall of Fame in 2006. She has coached 19 ACC yearly award winners and 132 of her student-athletes have been recognized as All-ACC Academic Team selections. Miami National Champions Coached by Amy Deem 1992 – Gillian Russell, Indoor 55-meter hurdles 1993 – Gillian Russell, Outdoor 100-meter hurdles 1994 – Gillian Russell, Outdoor 100-meter hurdles 1995 – Gillian Russell, Indoor 55-meter hurdles 1995 – Gillian Russell, Outdoor 100-meter hurdles 1999 – Yolanda McCray, Outdoor 100-meter hurdles 2004 – Lauryn Williams, Outdoor 100-meter hurdles 2005 – Kimberli Barrett, Indoor Shot Put 2005 – Kimberli Barrett, Outdoor Shot Put 2006 – Tabia Charles, Outdoor Triple Jump 2008 – Krista Simkins, Indoor 400-meters 2009 – Murielle Ahoure, Indoor 200-meters 2011 – Ti'erra Brown, Outdoor 400-meter hurdles 2017 – Shakima Wimbley, Indoor 400-meters 2019 – Michelle Atherley, Indoor Pentathlon

In this episode, Brittany interviews Dr. Zoe Caliendo. Zoe is a licensed physical therapist and founder of Outdoor Women's Wellness - redefining healthcare for outdoor women. Brittany and Zoe cover topics such as training for athletes in a sustainable way, injury prevention and physical therapy, mental health, founding a company in the outdoor industry and more! Attend the 4 Pillars of Health Event:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/4-pillars-of-health-for-outdoor-women-tickets-369529561867Donate/Apply for the Jenny's Stoke Scholarship:https://www.outdoorwomenswellness.com/scholarshipsCheckout Outdoor Women's Wellness:https://www.outdoorwomenswellness.com/Follow Outdoor Women's Wellness on Instagram: @outdoor_womens_wellnessFollow Dr. Zoe Caliendo:@dr.zoe_caliendo.ptFollow Brittany:@brittanyelyse11

Ashley Adkins isn't a scientist, she simply loves recreational caving and the opportunity it offers folks with non-science background to contribute to the ongoing documentation and understanding of underground ecosystems.Listen as Ashley shares her experience getting into caving, which led to her very own dream seasonal job last summer. In a historically male-dominated activity that's known for gatekeeping, Ashley wants us to know about the new generation of cavers of all genders and specialties that are changing the sport for the better.Enjoy listening? Rate & Review She ExploresFeatured in this episode: Ashley AdkinsHosted & Produced by Gale StraubA production of Ravel MediaSponsored by IndeedJoin the She Explores Podcast community on FacebookVisit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on InstagramResourcesFeatured in this episode: Ashley Adkins: @ashandirons on InstagramMentioned in this episode:Cave diver Jill Heinerth and her book, Into the PlanetMicrobiologist and cave diver Hazel Barton + CaveScience.comRachel aka @PetzlPrincessNew to caving? Find your local grotto here. Nashville Grotto Montana Conservation Corps Application PageIf you enjoyed this episode, we think you'll like ‘Shining a Light on Caving' featuring Katt Greaser.Rate this podcastRavel MediaSponsors and Discount CodesIndeed: Indeed makes it easy to hire great talent. Get a $75 job credit before March 31, 2022 at Indeed.com/explores.Music is licensed through Musicbed.

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

Join environmental artist Claire Giordano in the field as she teaches plein air painting in stunning landscapes like alpine lakes, old growth forests, beneath sandstone cliffs, oceanside, and glaciers. While Claire loves sharing the fun and beauty of experiencing these places through her virtual course, The Adventure Art Academy, there's an intention behind the class that is more than meets the eye. As an artist, writer, and educator, Claire strives to creatively explore the interwoven patterns of people, place, and climate change. She sees creating art as a gateway to truly seeing and experiencing landscape - in particular, identifying the effects of climate change. Claire also sees it as a way to let go and experiment, which we don't often get to experience in our daily lives. In this episode, Claire shares the motivations behind starting this class, her philosophy of infusing adventure into the day-to-day, and takes us with her into the backcountry.Enjoy listening? Rate & Review She ExploresFeatured in this episode: Claire Giordano Hosted & Produced by Gale StraubA production of Ravel MediaSponsored by Danner, Tentree, Rumpl, & Hibear OutdoorsJoin the She Explores Podcast community on FacebookVisit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on InstagramResourcesFeatured in this episode: Claire GiordanoInstagram: @ClairesWanderingsWebsite: ClairesWanderings.comThe Adventure Art AcademyMentioned in the episode:Inspiring Girls ExpeditionsIf you enjoyed this episode, we think you'll enjoy:Nature Up Close: Science Illustrator Kristin LinkCreativity to Guide Us Through: Anna BronesRate this podcastRavel MediaSponsors and Discount CodesHibear Outdoors: Get free shipping off any order over $50 with code EXPLORE at checkout.Danner: Find the right boots for you at Danner.comRumpl: Get 15% off your first order at Rumpl.com with code SHE15 at checkout.Tentree: Get 15% off your first order at Tentree.com with code EXPLORE at checkout.Music is licensed through Musicbed.Episodes air bi-weekly this fall on Wednesdays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode.

Nicole Antoinette recently released a trail journal of her 2017 thru-hike of the Arizona Trail called “How to Be Alone.” And that's what we met up to talk about on a trail near Boston: how her first thru hike came to be, how she persevered, and why she decided to add to the trail journal canon. While quitting can indeed be a kindness, Nicole solo hiked all 800 rugged miles of the Arizona Trail. And it all started when she was over 30,000 feet up in the air, reading a book on a plane.While Nicole says she's a “recovering advice giver,” we know there's lots of wisdom to be found in this episode: about knowing when it's time to take a leap, how to get to know yourself better, giving back through your creative work, and more. Join us on the trail as we crunch leaves, get spun around, and find our way back again.Enjoy listening? Rate & Review She ExploresFeatured in this episode: Nicole AntoinetteHosted & Produced by Gale StraubA production of Ravel MediaSponsored by Danner, Tentree, Rumpl, & DUERJoin the She Explores Podcast community on FacebookVisit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on InstagramResourcesFeatured in this episode: Nicole AntoinetteInstagram: @Nic.AntoinetteWebsite: NicoleAntoinette.comBuy: How To Be Alone: An 800 Mile Hike on the Arizona TrailMentioned in the episode:Thru Hiking Will Break Your HeartIndigenous Environmental NetworkIf you enjoyed this episode, we think you'll enjoy:“Quitting Can Be a Kindness - Nicole Antoinette”“Bobbing at the Surface - Carrot Quinn”Rate this podcastRavel MediaSponsors and Discount CodesDUER: Get 15% off at shopDUER.com with code SHEEXPLORES15 at checkout.Danner: Find the right boots for you at Danner.comRumpl: Get 15% off your first order at Rumpl.com with code SHE15 at checkout.Tentree: Get 15% off your first order at Tentree.com with code EXPLORE at checkout.Music is licensed through Musicbed.Episodes air bi-weekly this fall on Wednesdays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode.

Shaandiin Cedar is on the solution side of fighting the climate crisis and invites you to join in, too. A problem-solver by nature, Shaandiin is taking both a bottom-up and a top-down approach to activating climate solutions through her grassroots and corporate sustainability efforts. As an Indigenous woman and the daughter of activists, Shaandin's commitment to justice for people and the environment is woven into her being. In this episode, we learn that all the technology exists today to help stop the negative effects of climate change - and part of Shaandiin Cedar's work as an associate at Powerhouse fund is helping cleantech companies access capital to harness that technology and help solve the climate crisis. We also learn about all that Shaandiin is doing on a grassroots level to advocate for social and environmental justice - and all that you can do to take action if you have the means to do so.Featured in this episode: Shaandiin Cedar @shaandiinHosted & Produced by Gale StraubA production of Ravel MediaSponsored by Danner & RumplJoin the She Explores Podcast community on FacebookVisit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on InstagramResourcesFeatured in this episode:Shaandiin Cedar: Instagram | LinkedInShaandiin's writing on GreenBizCompanies & Organization Mentioned in the EpisodePowerhouseNativesOutdoorsNDN CollectiveArticles MentionedGrist: Indigenous Activism in Canada has staved of 25% of US & Canada's emisions Project Drawdown: Top 100 Climate SolutionsIPCC ReportNative Land AppAbout Powerhouse founder Emily KirschVenture Capital TermsSubscribe to Our NewsletterRavel MediaSponsors and Discount CodesDanner: Find the right boots for you at Danner.comRumpl: Get 15% off your first order at Rumpl.com with code SHE15 at checkout.Music is licensed through Musicbed.Episodes air bi-weekly this fall on Wednesdays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode. 

In honor of WorldPride, we're revisiting our 2018 conversation with Elyse Rylander. Elyse is the founder and executive director of OUT There Adventures, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering queer young people through their connection with the natural world. Elyse believes nature is a disruptive force for queer youth and hopes to positively foster their identities and love of the outdoors.She's doing so through her nonprofit, OUT There Adventures. By partnering with existing organizations like Outward Bound and Northwest Youth Corps, she's reaching more queer kids and multiplying the potential impact of OUT There's mission. It takes time, energy, and capital to build a nonprofit. Elyse shares the challenges and rewards of the last five years of work and her vision for years to come.Elyse is also a Co-Creator of the LGBTQ Outdoor Summit and is using this opportunity to announce that there are now dates for the 4th summit! Mark your calendar for April 1 - 4, 2022 at the National Conservation Training Center in West Virginia.You can also find this episode as part of the WorldPride Pod Stage, wherever podcasts are found.Featuring: Elyse Rylander, Founder and Executive Director of OUT There Adventures; Co-creator of the LGBTQ Outdoor SummitHosted & Produced by Gale Straub Sponsored by Goodr, Yonder, Rumpl, & PachamamaJoin the She Explores Podcast community on FacebookVisit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on InstagramResourcesOut There Adventures: Website & InstagramLGBTQ Outdoor SummitElyse's personal instagramWorldPride Pod Stage Sponsor Websites & Discount CodesGoodr: Head over to www.goodr.com and enter EXPLORE15 at checkout for 15% OFF your entire order.Yonder: Book an escape in nature and find your Yonder at Yonder.com.Rumpl: Get 15% off your first order at Rumpl.com with code SHE15 at checkout.Pachamama CBD: Get 40% off Sleep Well CBD Gummies with code EXPLORE at checkout via pachamamaCBD.com.Music is licensed through Musicbed.Episodes air weekly on Wednesdays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode.

Palinor Velasco has always pursued an adventurous life, even before she found her place in and love for the outdoors. While newly sober, Palinor found healing in climbing and mountain biking, but an accident that affected her mobility made her rethink the levels of risk she's willing to take on. Luckily for her, having a partner who is also a fly fishing guide got her to try a new way to recreate safely while recovering from surgeries. Fly fishing became her go-to way of getting outside -- and connecting with other women on the water.This is the third of six episodes hosted by Gabaccia Moreno this year as part of our She Explores host residency program.Featured in this episode: Palinor VelascoHosted & Produced by Gabaccia MorenoEditing & Additional Production Support by Gale StraubEditing Support by Julie HotzA production of Ravel MediaSponsored by Yonder & DannerJoin the She Explores Podcast community on FacebookVisit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on InstagramResourcesFeatured in this episode: Palinor VelascoInstagram: @Wild_PalinorFounder: @SierraRiverSistersResources Mentioned in this EpisodeOnline Fly Fishing Courses from United Women on The Fly The Basics of Fly Fishing from Orvis Fly Fishing Glossary from Fly Fishers InternationalRavel MediaSponsors and Discount CodesYonder: Get $100 off your first stay with the code SheExplores100 at checkout via Yonder.com.Organifi: Head to Organifi.com/explore and get 20% off your order with code EXPLORE Danner: GO THERE in Danner's most iconic women's styles by visiting Danner.com.Music is licensed through Musicbed.Episodes air weekly on Wednesdays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode.

Sofia Jin believes that if we are going to spend time in nature, we need to address the very human problems we bring with us: sexism, sexual harassment, eating disorders, and racism (to name a few). She stresses that talking about these  issues  shouldn't “ruin” the escapism possible in the great outdoors for anyone but in fact makes it safer, more inclusive, and somewhere everyone can feel heard and valued. About Sofia: Sofia is a British Korean explorer, entertainer, and creative. She's a climber, diver, and Muay Thai practitioner, a member of The North Face UK Explorer Team, and an adventure athlete for Osprey Europe. Featured in this episode: Sofia JinHosted & Produced by Gale StraubEditing & production support by Julie HotzA production of Ravel MediaSponsored by Yonder, Danner, and Minus33Join the She Explores Podcast community on FacebookVisit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on InstagramResourcesFeatured in this episode: Sofia JinInstagram:  @SofJin__Explore at Home seriesWebsite: https://www.sofiajin.com/Light DocumentaryElla's UKArticles/Reports referenced:Why Female River Guides Aren't Welcome in the Grand Canyon  via Outside OnlineHostile Environment via Outside OnlineDOI Investigative ReportRavel MediaSponsors and Discount CodesYonder: Get $100 off your first stay with the code SheExplores100 at checkout via Yonder.com.Danner: GO THERE in Danner's most iconic women's styles by visiting Danner.com.Minus33: Learn more at Minus33.com.Episodes air weekly on Wednesdays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode.

We all have something to give when it comes to making the outdoors more inclusive and accessible for all. But we don’t have to reinvent the wheel, we can reach out and support existing organizations.In this episode, created in partnership with Sierra Designs, learn about four incredible nonprofits doing the work to help create more opportunities in the outdoors for People of Color, LGBTQ+, disabled, and low income families. But more than simply learning about the work that others are doing, our hope is that this episode will help you think about how you can do to make “reaching out” a practice in your own outdoor lives. Because change doesn’t happen in a vacuum, and we all have something to offer when it comes to making the outdoors a more equitable place for all to experience its benefits. Organizations featured in this episode: CO Blackpackers, Wildkind Closet, The Venture Out Project, & Outdoors For AllIndividuals featured in this episode: Patricia Cameron, Heather Balogh Rochfort, Brooke Froelich Murray, Perry Cohen, Alicia McConnel, & Thera Zylstra Hosted & Produced by Gale StraubEditing by Julie HotzA production of Ravel MediaSponsored by Sierra DesignsJoin the She Explores Podcast community on FacebookVisit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on InstagramResourcesBlackpackersWebsite | Instagram | FacebookWildkind ClosetWebsite | Instagram | FacebookThe Venture Out ProjectWebsite | Instagram | FacebookOutdoors For AllWebsite | Instagram | FacebookRavel MediaSponsors and Discount CodesSierra Designs: Learn more about their Reach Out Initiative here.Music is licensed through Musicbed.Episodes air weekly on Wednesdays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode. 

We love finding inspiration in the outdoors. Nothing gets us out of a creative rut like a change of scenery: it helps provide a new perspective, a fresh way of looking at the world. Amidst the stress of the pandemic, it’s been more challenging to carve out the headspace that gives flight to those seemingly easy ideas. So for the last episode of Navigating Through, we wanted to talk with three women about how this last year has helped and hindered their creative practices—as well as the ways in which exploring locally can shine new light on the familiar. Hear from photographers and artists Eunice Beck, Anna Brones, and Gritchelle Fallesgon.About the series: This special She Explores miniseries is made in collaboration with Subaru.The last year has been marked by loss and longing, but it hasn't dampened our sense of adventure or our tendency to dream: of far off places, of time in movement with loved ones. And throughout, there's been comfort in knowing a place we feel most like ourselves: behind the wheel, on the way to our favorite local trailheads, swim spots, and mountainsides.With our eyes in the rear view as much as they are looking at the road ahead, through this four part series we’ll tell stories about finding adventure locally, reconnecting with those close to us, and taking the side roads that bring us back to what drives us: connection, purpose, and creativity. Featured in this episode: Eunice Beck, Anna Brones, & Gritchelle FallesgonHosted by Gale StraubA Production of Ravel MediaResources:Featured in this episode:Eunice Beck | Instagram | WebsiteAnna Brones | Instagram | WebsiteGritchelle Fallesgon | Instagram | WebsiteLearn more about the Subaru Outback OnyxLearn more about the Subaru Crosstrek SportAll Four Episodes of Navigating Through Are Available Now Wherever You Listen to She ExploresMusic by Josh Woodward Podcast Art by Hailey Hirst

Running a nonprofit, doing advocacy work, challenging the dominant narratives of what it means to recreate outside - it all takes a lot of energy. This episode highlights filmmaker Faith Briggs and photographer & GRLSWIRL co-founder Monroe Alvarez, two women who recharge in the outdoors and on the road, and digs into the ways these excursions help them stay invigorated in their work and close to their purpose.About the series: This special She Explores miniseries is made in collaboration with Subaru.The last year has been marked by loss and longing, but it hasn't dampened our sense of adventure or our tendency to dream: of far off places, of time in movement with loved ones. And throughout, there's been comfort in knowing a place we feel most like ourselves: behind the wheel, on the way to our favorite local trailheads, swim spots, and mountainsides.With our eyes in the rear view as much as they are looking at the road ahead, through this four part series we’ll tell stories about finding adventure locally, reconnecting with those close to us, and taking the side roads that bring us back to what drives us: connection, purpose, and creativity. Featured in this episode: Faith Briggs & Monroe AlvarezHosted & Produced by Gale StraubEdited by Julie HotzA Production of Ravel MediaResources:Featured in this episode:Faith Briggs | Instagram | WebsiteMonroe Alvarez | Instagram | WebsiteGRL SWIRL: WebsiteLearn more about the Subaru Outback OnyxLearn more about the Subaru Crosstrek SportAll Four Episodes of Navigating Through Are Available Now Wherever You Listen to She ExploresMusic by Josh Woodward Podcast Art by Hailey Hirst

In more ways than one, our circles have tightened in the last year. And while for some family has been out of reach, for others, it's been a constant. In this episode we hear from a new mom, Aly Nicklas, and a daughter, Paulina Dao, as they reflect on the ways in which their relationships with family have shifted during the pandemic. We also explore how getting out in the outdoors together, away from the everyday routine, helps to strengthen our family bonds - whatever family means to us.About the series: This special She Explores miniseries is made in collaboration with Subaru.The last year has been marked by loss and longing, but it hasn't dampened our sense of adventure or our tendency to dream: of far off places, of time in movement with loved ones. And throughout, there's been comfort in knowing a place we feel most like ourselves: behind the wheel, on the way to our favorite local trailheads, swim spots, and mountainsides.With our eyes in the rear view as much as they are looking at the road ahead, through this four part series we’ll tell stories about finding adventure locally, reconnecting with those close to us, and taking the side roads that bring us back to what drives us: connection, purpose, and creativity. Featured in this episode: Paulina Dao & Aly NicklasHosted & Produced by Gale StraubEdited by Julie HotzA Production of Ravel MediaResources:Featured in this episode:Paulina Dao | Instagram | WebsiteAly Nicklas | Instagram | WebsiteLearn more about the Subaru Outback OnyxLearn more about the Subaru Crosstrek SportAll Four Episodes of Navigating Through Are Available Now Wherever You Listen to She ExploresMusic by Josh Woodward Podcast Art by Hailey Hirst

Doris Lance is an avid hiker and wildflower photographer who happens to be over the age of 75.  She’s also the author of the book Botanical Reflections––a book to “Explore feelings, reduce anxiety, and reconcile emotional conflicts” all through time spent journaling with wildflowers. We think you’ll appreciate Doris's message to slow down and take things in, not because of age, but because of the wisdom that comes from experience. Featured in this episode: Doris LanceHosted & Produced by Gale StraubA production of Ravel MediaSponsored by Subaru & DeuterJoin the She Explores Podcast community on FacebookVisit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on InstagramResourcesFeatured in this episode: Doris LanceWebsiteDoris's book: Botanical ReflectionsInstagramRavel MediaSponsors and Discount CodesSubaru: Check out the Subaru Crosstrek Sport here: subaru.com/crosstrekDeuterEpisodes air weekly on Wednesdays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode.

Phoebe Seltzer is an ultra runner with White Mountain FKT records, and she is an avid hiker and skier. In this episode, Phoebe talks to Alex and Sage about her experiences in the mountains and answers some questions about four-season trail running logistics.We’re proud to be in Feedspot’s 2021 Top 25 Outdoor Women’s Podcasts.

Catch-up with Shelma Jun, founder of Flash Foxy and the creator of the women’s climbing festival. Shelma was on the show back in 2017, when we talked about the founding of Flash Foxy and the ripple effect of starting small in a place she knew, the climbing community. In an Instagram live catch-up Gale did with Shelma on Thursday, we talked about her lessons from 2020, particularly the way societal work week’s inhibit our community activations and the changes to her body after choosing to be a living kidney donor back in June. Shelma also shares what she is looking forward to in the future: from dance parties to her readiness to bring climbers back together for the Women’s Climbing Festival when it’s safe to do so.This special bonus episode of She Explores is brought to you by ust, who are making a name in the camping world by creating gear that helps EVERYONE get outside and enjoy the outdoors. Learn more at ustgear.com and follow along on Instagram @ustgear.Featured in this episode: Shelma JunHosted & Produced by Gale StraubA production of Ravel MediaJoin the She Explores Podcast community on FacebookVisit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on InstagramResourcesFeatured in this episode: Shelma JunInstagram: @shelmaticFlash FoxyWebsiteWomen’s Climbing FestivalShelma’s earrings are by Indigenous beader Only Child HandicraftsRavel MediaEpisodes air weekly on Wednesdays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode.Music by James Childs and Utah via MusicBed.

Oh my gosh, I had too much fun with this one...I can’t help it, when I meet someone who gets as fired up as I do to talk about OTHER cool women, and she tells great stories, and then you throw some snowmobiling into the mix, I basically lose my sh*t.My guest today is Debi Gould, the brains and energy and branding genius behind Outdoor Women.Debi seems hell-bent on avoiding the spotlight, but her own story is fascinating - she’s part of a long family legacy of guides, sporting camp owners, sportsmen AND women. And since 2019, she’s been the committed brand builder and creator of OutdoorWomen.online. Outdoor Women curates stories of - wait for it - outdoor women from across the country, and crafts creative collaborations with large national brands that directly benefit women wanting to get outdoors, while also supporting local, mostly rural small businesses.As we talk about in this interview, one of the inspirations for Debi when she was creating Outdoor Women was her mom, who enjoyed nothing more than bringing people together around the dining room table after a long day outdoors, to share stories and tall tales, and to pump each other up and create a supportive environment for everyone, from beginners and weekend warriors to professional guides.We do some goofing around about our 'Judy Camuso Fan Club', but what really links us is our shared awe and appreciation for women getting at it in the outdoors, and our desire to amplify those voices and promote those stories in any way we can.I hope you’ll join me in becoming a member of Outdoor Women if you can, and follow Outdoor Women on their website. Whether you decide to become a member or not, you can see all kinds of beautiful imagery and features from the OW staff and ambassadors on Instagram and Facebook as well.And who knows, maybe some of you wild guide types will decide to send in your own stories and pictures and be the next superstar outdoorswoman that Debi’s team features, and then I can look forward to meeting YOU when you’re leading the next 'Brap and Snap' or 'Power and Paddle'!A few more links from my conversation with Debi:Wilson Pond Cabins (Greenville, ME)Spencer Pond Camps (Moosehead Lake Region)DSG ApparelLeave No Trace Awareness Workshop with Nancy Zane (June 6th)And don't forget to RSVP today for our upcoming live Q & A event on Zoom - 'So You Think You Want to be a Guide?' - April 29th, 7pm Eastern - we've got a fantastic panel of new guides on the hook to spill the tea (sorry, mom of a middle schooler over here) about what it's like becoming a guide, taking a licensing exam, bringing your first group out onto the trail or  water... anything you're curious about is fair game during this live question and answer session! Hope to see you then!

Retired music teacher and White Mountain hiker Karen Ann talks to the girls about her adventures hiking the NH4Ks, the 52WAV, and the Belknaps. https://logcabininthepines.comGraniteGals is proud to be included in Feedspot’s 2021 Top 25 Outdoor Women’s Podcasts

Laura Borichevsky's been working with She Explores for many years and helped co-found Ravel Media. This Thursday, with the launch of her new podcast Sex Outside, Laura's moving on from Ravel to grow it into a show and education platform. This special episode is our team's tribute to Laura and our thank you for all she's given us in our time together.Featured in this episode:  Laura Borichevsky, Hailey Hirst, Noël Russell, & Tori DuhaimeHosted & Produced by Gale StraubA production of Ravel MediaJoin the She Explores Podcast community on FacebookVisit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on InstagramResourcesTake Our 2021 Listener SurveyFeatured in this episode: Laura BorichevskyInstagram: @howsheviewsitHailey Hirst - Instagram: @haileyhirstNoël Russ: Instagram - @noel_russTori Duhaime: Instagram - @toriduhaimeSex OutsideWebsiteInstagram: @sexoutsidepodListen On Apple PodcastsListen on SpotifyRavel MediaEpisodes air weekly on Wednesdays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode.Music by Calica via MusicBed. 

Do you have a bucket list of adventures and no one to share them with? Are you tired of waiting for your boyfriend Bob to get over his extreme fear of heights so he can climb the mountain with you? Or your BFF Becky to finally save up enough vacation days so you can hit the AT? Friend, if you're tired of waiting around for other people, it might be time to take the leap into solo adventuring. And I promise you, you can do it without falling off a cliff, breaking both arms, and having to dig a snow cave with your face to survive. In today's episode, we'll take a look at some common objections to solo adventure travel and burn. Them. Down.

Catch-up with Kareemah Batts, founder of Adaptive Climbing Group, diversity professional, and disability advocate.  Kareemah was on the show back in May of 2018, talking about her journey of finding climbing after losing a leg to cancer, and all that she’s done to share her love of climbing with others. As a Black adaptive climber, Kareemah holds multiple identities and is wildly motivated to continue making the outdoor world more accessible for all people. In an Instagram live catch-up Gale did with Kareemah on Friday, we talked about her 2020. All the good, all the difficult. As someone who falls in the category of high risk for COVID, we were moved by her ability to continue to take on new challenges and deepen her relationship with the outdoors during a year she described as a “bad ex” you'd rather not mention by name.This special bonus episode of She Explores is brought to you by ust, who are making a name in the camping world by creating gear that helps EVERYONE get outside and enjoy the outdoors. Learn more at ustgear.com and follow along on Instagram @ustgear.Featured in this episode:  Kareemah BattsHosted & Produced by Gale StraubA production of Ravel MediaJoin the She Explores Podcast community on FacebookVisit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on InstagramResourcesFeatured in this episode: Kareemah BattsWebsiteInstagram: @herhopnessAdaptive Climbing GroupWebsiteInstagram: @adaptclimbgroupRavel MediaEpisodes air weekly on Wednesdays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode.Music by Jacob Montague and Utah via MusicBed. 

For people who wear plus-size apparel, it’s often downright impossible to find the gear necessary to get out and stay warm, safe, and dry on the mountain. That’s what this two-part series is about. In part two, we hear from Mon Balon, the founder of Plus Snow - an online retail shop that sells plus size snow gear to fulfill the need for quality gear that fits a variety of plus size bodies. Mon shares the origin story of Plus Snow, talks about how misleading supply & demand can be within the industry, and shares why she's so passionate about this work.In part one, we talk with Marielle Elizabeth. Marielle is a photographer, model, fat advocate, and the writer of a viral essay in The Cut titled “Apparently, I’m Too Fat to Ski.” Marielle speaks first hand about the need for plus size winter apparel, as well as the changes she’d like to see across the outdoor industry. Part 1 is also available now in your feed.Featured in this episode:  Marielle ElizabethHosted & Produced by Gale StraubA production of Ravel MediaSponsored by Danner &  IKON PassJoin the She Explores Podcast community on FacebookVisit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on InstagramResourcesFeatured in this episode: Mon BalonPlus Snow websiteInstagram: @plussnowMarielle's Essay in The Cut: "Apparently, I'm Too Fat to Ski."Unlikely HIkersPlus SnowRavel MediaSponsors and Discount CodesIKON Pass: Learn more about 20/21 winter season at IkonPass.com.Danner: Learn more about the Danner Trail 2650's.Episodes air weekly on Wednesdays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode.Music is by James Childs and Kazi Jay via MusicBed

Artist Amy Won is a big believer in making time in your life for wonder, even magic. And you can access it by walking out your front door. Wherever you are out there listening, today might just be a particularly tender day in an especially tender year.  Around the world, we’re all still grappling with the rippling impacts of the pandemic, keeping up with a contentious U.S. election,  and navigating a historic social uprising. Most everyone we’ve been in contact with is having some kind of hard time between the isolation, the uncertainty, and the collective trauma of this time. This is why we wanted to talk with Amy Won about the power of making time for wonder in our lives.In this episode, we’ll talk bout how a sense of enchantment got away from Amy, how she harnesses it today, and how you can access it in your daily life through nature big and small.Featured in this episode:  Amy T. WonHosted & Produced by Gale StraubA production of Ravel MediaSponsored by  IKON Pass, BetterHelp, & DannerJoin the She Explores Podcast community on FacebookVisit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on InstagramResourcesFeatured in this episode: Amy T. WonWebsiteInstagramFacebookWonder Walking DeckRavel MediaSponsors and Discount CodesIKON Pass: Learn more about 20/21 winter season at IkonPass.com.Danner: Learn more about the Danner Trail 2650's.Betterhelp: Get 10% off your first month at Betterhelp.com/exploreEpisodes air weekly on Wednesdays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode.Music is by James Childs, Wil Pearce, Nick Box, Human Pyramids, CHPTRS, Monako Davis, One Hundred Years

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

From the age of 13, Alina Drufovka dreamed of hiking the Appalachian Trail. She spent years thinking about her next hike, but her long walks haven’t been an escape or a cure-all, they've played a very formative role in her front-country life through her relationships, her identity, and in her burgeoning artistic career.Alina “Abstract” Drufovka is a Colombian-American painter and illustrator based out of Philadelphia, PA. She has hiked the Appalachian Trail (2015 & 2017), Israel National Trail (2018), and Pacific Crest Trail (2019). She is also an outdoor professional and hopes to inspire more women and people of color to get outside and explore the trails.Featured in this episode: Alina "Abstract" DrufovkaHosted & Produced by Gale StraubA production of Ravel MediaSponsored by  BetterHelp, Danner, & Ikon PassJoin the She Explores Podcast community on FacebookVisit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on InstagramResourcesFollow Alina Drufovka on Instagram: @abstract.hikes & @alina.drufAlina's Portfolio WebsiteAlina's She-Explores.com Artistry FeatureColombian Artist: Fernando BoteroHiker Royalty InstagramBooks mentioned:Becoming Odyssa  by Jennifer Pharr DavisInto the Wild by Jon Krakauer Ravel MediaSponsors and Discount CodesIkon Pass: Learn more about the Ikon Pass and Ikon Pass Session 4 Day for your 20/21 winter adventures here.Danner: Learn more about the Danner Trail 2650 hikers here.Betterhelp: Get 10% off your first month at Betterhelp.com/exploreEpisodes air weekly on Wednesdays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode.Ad Music is by Josh Woodward, Swelling, & Lee Rosevere.Other music by Analog Heart, Stephen Gutheinz, & Utah via Music Bed.

Sabrina Chapman's climbing story helps redefine what it means to be an elite climber. That said, you don’t need to be a climber for it to resonate with you. Sabrina is wildly thoughtful, a woman who chooses her words as carefully as she places her hands and feet on a rock wall. Her thoughts on working through fear, finding Black role models, contextualizing achievements, and the vulnerability of accepting your story echo through every activity we do outside.Sabrina's the subject of Titan Project, a new film by Melanin Base Camp. As one of a handful of Black women climbing elite routes worldwide, she hopes to inspire more girls from the BIPOC community to feel welcome in the climbing world. Featured in this episode: Sabrina ChapmanHosted & Produced by Gale StraubA production of Ravel MediaSponsored by Sierra Designs, BetterHelp, & Peak ScentsJoin the She Explores Podcast community on FacebookVisit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on InstagramResourcesSabrina Chapman: InstagramTitan Project Premiere Sunday August 16th @7PM EST Melanin Base CampClimbing GroupsBrown Girls ClimbFlash FoxyThe Brown AscendersClimb BigIndigenous Womxn ClimbWomen to Inspire16 Black Women and Nonbinary Climbers to Follow on Instagram (via Melanin Base Camp)@meliseymo - Climber & Neuroscientist mentioned at end of episodeMauritius Island Oil Spill Fundraiser (takes a bit to load but will!)Submit Your A.T. Trail MemoryRavel MediaSponsors and Discount CodesPeak Scents: Get 20% your order when you use the code EXPLORE20 at checkout at PeakScents.com.Betterhelp: Get 15% off your first month at Betterhelp.com/exploreSierra Designs: Learn more about their "Reach Out" initiative.Learn more about NatureBridgeEpisodes air weekly on Wednesdays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode.Ad Music is by Josh Woodward, Swelling, & Lee Rosevere.Other music via Music Bed.

Danielle Belleny is a wildlife biologist, member of BlackAFinSTEM collective, and co-founder of Black Birders Week, a movement created in response to the Central Park birdwatching incident. In this episode, we’ll hear from Danielle about her love of birds, her path to becoming a wildlife biologist, and the powerful force that is Black Birders Week.Featured in this episode: Danielle BellenyHosted by Gale StraubA production of Ravel MediaSponsored by Salomon, Peak Scents, and BetterHelpJoin the She Explores Podcast community on FacebookVisit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on InstagramResourcesDanielle Belleny: Instagram & TwitterBlackAFinSTEM: Links!BlackAFinSTEM: Instagram & Twitter#BlackBirdersWeek: Instagram & Twitter#BlackWomenWhoBird: Instagram & TwitterScience News Article featuring Danielle Bellany: "A #BlackBirdersWeek Co-Founder Aims to Amplify Black Nature Enthusiasts"Articles about #BlackBirdersWeekThe Cut: "Black Birding is About Hope"National Geographic: "Everyone Can Watch Birds"STEM Diversity: By the Numbers2014 National Geographic Article: "Colorful World of Birding Has Conspicuous Lack of People of Color"Ravel MediaSponsors and Discount CodesSalomon: Learn more at Salomon.comFeatured in midroll: Chelsea Murphy aka She_ColorsNaturePeak Scents: Get 20% off your order using code EXPLORE20 at checkout at PeakScents.com.BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month by visiting Betterhelp.com/explore.Episodes air weekly on Wednesdays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode.Music is by Meydan, Lee Rosevere, & Swelling 

We want to leave room in your week and your podcast feed for Black Lives Matter. Escaping to the woods, while restorative and wonderful for reflection, won’t effect change. This is a time to listen and learn. This is a time to amplify Black voices. This is a time to vote, to donate, to sign petitions, to march, to protest. This is a time to support Black businesses, educators and organizers. Pay it forward. There’s a whole lot of power in all of those things, especially if we’re all committed today, tomorrow, and every day after.We compiled some resources, books to read, podcasts to listen to, and Black women and women-led organizations to uplift and support. This is by no means a complete list, but it's a start.Resources: Ally Resource Guide: This guide includes: 1) Where to register to vote 2) Ways to donate 4) Petitions to sign 5) Reps & offices to contact 6) Antiracism resources to listen to, read, and watch 6) Other Antiracism resourcesAntiracism for Beginners75 Things White People Can Do for Racial JusticeAntiracism Resources for White-Led Organizations Rachel Cargle’s Monthly 30 day Course: The Great UnlearnListen:Our Spotify Playlist of Podcast Episodes for Education Books to Read:These Books Can Help You Explain Racism & Protests to Your Kids (via New York Times)An Antiracism Reading List (via New York Times)Me & White Supremacy by Leyla F Saad (purchase even if you find a PDF out there)  Awesome Twitter thread on Black-owned bookstores SUPPORT/AMPLIFY/FOLLOW Black Women and Black Women-led Orgs in the Outdoor/Environmental Space Note - please give them space and don't DM them right now with your questions. The Ally Resource guide and books should help. So does google! Invest in them, support their work, and if you learn something - consider paying them.Businesses, Nonprofits, & OrganizationsBrown Girls Climb: Website & InstagramBlack Girls Trekkin’: Website & InstagramMelanin Base Camp: Website & InstagramOutdoor Journal Tour: Website & InstagramOutdoor CEO Diversity Pledge: Website & InstagramGirl Trek: Website & InstagramOutdoor Afro: Website & InstagramRefuge Outdoor Festival: Website & InstagramAwesome advocates, athletes, outdoor enthusiasts:@teresabaker11@jitterbug_art@themirnavator@she_colorsnature@thatgirlshont@sadorawellness@bleavitt8@badgal_brooky@_lassosafroworld@drsianproctor@herhopnessQuestions? Join us in the She Explores Podcast Facebook GroupMusic in this episode is by Kai Engel using a CC by A license

We often talk on this show about what we learn about ourselves in the outdoors. We share solo experiences that help us rethink what we’re made of. But there’s a special kind of intimacy that we can cultivate with family, friends, and loved ones when we’re outside. This week, we're sharing memories that celebrate togetherness.Our hope? That you’ll listen, call a loved one, and relive an outdoor memory, too.Featured in this episode: Claire Hudson, Karen Viola, Meryl Willett, Kaleigh Wood, Beth Stewart, Ashley Neufeld, Sensi Graves, and Lora StraubHosted by Gale StraubA production of Ravel MediaSponsored by Salomon & Cusa TeaJoin the She Explores Podcast community on FacebookVisit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on InstagramResourcesSome Featured on the episode:Beth Stewart: InstagramSensi Graves: InstagramKaren Viola: Instagram  & BlogLora Straub: InstagramOutdoor Memory Episode: Listen via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, She-Explores.comShe Explores Landing PageRavel MediaSponsors and Discount CodesSalomon: Learn more at Salomon.comFeatured in midroll: Melody Forsyth of Down with AdventureCusa Tea: Use code "EXPLORE" to get 30% off your first purchase or get a free sample pack by heading to CusaTea.com.Episodes air weekly on Wednesdays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode.Music is by Meydan, Lee Rosevere, Josh Woodward, & Kai Engel

Judith Sadora, a licensed marriage & family therapist (LMFT) who practices wilderness therapy, shares how she applies some of her backcountry work into her everyday life, and how we might be able to use those tools in the front country, too.In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s difficult to get out the way we’d like to. Here in the US, states have been under varying levels of lockdown for the last two months. And it’s been wearing on us all in different ways - whether it’s coping with loss, the stress of isolation, grappling with the unknown, or trying to make sense of the inequities and injustices that continue to harm our fellow Americans.Judith joins us on the podcast to talk through some tips for tapping into nature to manage stress during this time and into the future. We also get to learn what wilderness therapy is and why Judith is so connected to and moved by the practice.Featured in this episode: Judith Sadora, LMFT & Wilderness TherapistHosted by Gale StraubA production of Ravel MediaSponsored by SalomonJoin the She Explores Podcast community on FacebookVisit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on InstagramResourcesJudith Sadora: InstagramJudith's Recent WritingOn Adventure Mamas: "Prepped in the Woods for Everyday Life"Judith on Finding You, Evoke Therapy's PodcastREAD: The Nature Fix by Florence WilliamsMental Health ResourcesBetterhelp is a remote therapy option and a spring/summer sponsor of She Explores - you can get 10% off your first month by heading to Betterhelp.com/explore Grizel Williams does a great series on her Instagram called "Mental Health Mondays." Follow along here!She Explores Landing PageRavel MediaSponsors and Discount CodesSalomon: Learn more at Salomon.comFeatured in midroll: Chelsea Murphy of @she_colorsnatureEpisodes air weekly on Wednesdays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode.

Chris Fagan isn't a professional adventurer, but she’s spent a good deal of the leisure time in the last 30 years of her adult life seeing what she’s made of. Chris has skied unguided to the South Pole, run 100-mile ultras, sailed and paddled thought the Inside Passage, and cycled in Tanzania. Adventure is a big part of her alone time, but it’s also formed the foundation of her marriage and family life. Today, it's helping her lean into the unknown of her husband Marty's cancer diagnosis. Chris is also a really thoughtful mom. And though Mother’s Day is a holiday that many of us have our reasons for choosing to celebrate or choosing not to celebrate, what Chris says about caring for family really resonates, especially living during this global pandemic. We recommend listening to this conversation through a COVID-19 filter: what Chris says about small moments, resilience, and appreciating the people in your life feels especially poignant today.Featured in this episode: Chris FaganHosted by Gale StraubA production of Ravel MediaSponsored by Salomon and DeuterJoin the She Explores Podcast community on FacebookVisit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on InstagramResourcesChris Fagan: Website & InstagramChris's Book: The ExpeditionShe Explores Landing PageRavel MediaSponsors and Discount CodesSalomon: Learn more at Salomon.comDeuter: Learn more at Deuter.comFeatured in midroll: Nicole Brown, founder of @womenwhohikeEpisodes air weekly on Wednesdays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode.

Win Kelly Charles says it best: "People with cerebral palsy are strong and people with cerebral palsy are determined." In this episode, we hear about all the different ways she finds joy outdoors (snowboarding, climbing, and e-cycling to name a few activities), as well as why she's so motivated to share her life with CP with more people.Plus, we'll listen to Cherie Schaller's outdoor memory of comfortable silence on an alpine hike in Colorado.Featured in this episode: Win Kelly Charles & Cherie SchallerHosted by Gale StraubA production of Ravel MediaSponsored by  Appalachian Gear Company, Cusa Tea, and Travel South Dakota.Join the She Explores Podcast community on FacebookVisit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on InstagramResourcesWin Kelly Charles: Website & InstagramWin's PodcastsWin's BooksChallenge AspenWatch Win SnowboardinShe Explores Landing PageRavel MediaSponsors and Discount CodesCusa Tea: Try a FREE sample pack at CusaTea.com or get 30% OFF your first order using code EXPLORE at checkout!Travel South Dakota: Learn more about your future trips by heading to TravelSouthDakota.com.Appalachian Gear Company: Learn more about the All-Paca  Fleece Hoodie. Get 10% off at checkout using code SHEEXPLORES.Episodes air weekly on Wednesdays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode.Music is by Kai Engel, Josh Woodward, Meydan, Swelling, and Lee Rosevere using a Creative Commons Attribution License

Beth Bradley can confidently say that hiking changed her life. Call it her hobby, her love, her self-care. Doing the 52 Hike Challenge has changed the voice in her head from one that says "I'm too fat" to one that believes, without a doubt, that we need to change who we think of when we think of a hiker. We interviewed Beth live at No Man's Land Film Festival on March 8th PLUS Gale checked in with Beth this past Monday over the phone because a lot has changed in the world since they met up in Denver.Featured in this episode: Beth BradleyHosted by Gale StraubA production of Ravel MediaSponsored by Deuter, Appalachian Gear Company, and  South Dakota TourismJoin the She Explores Podcast community on FacebookVisit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on InstagramResourcesBeth Bradley: InstagramBeth's First Moth Grandslam StoryNo Man's Land Film Festival: Website & Instagram52 Hike ChallengeUnlikely HIkers: InstagramFat Girls Hiking: InstagramDown With Adventure: Instagram & FilmCurvy Kili Crew: Instagram & She Explores EpisodeA Moment of Growth: She Explores Podcast EpisodeJenny Bruso on She ExploresLeave No Trace Guidelines: Outdoors & COVID-19She Explores Landing PageRavel MediaSponsors and Discount CodesDeuter: Learn more about Deuter's outdoor and travel bags at Deuter.com.Appalachian Gear Company: Learn more about the All-Paca  Fleece Hoodie.South Dakota Tourism - Get your FREE South Dakota vacation guide at travelsouthdakota.comEpisodes air weekly on Wednesdays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode.Music is by Kai Engel, Josh Woodward, and Lee Rosevere using a Creative Commons Attribution License

For Shon’t Savage, divorce was a bad thing that turned out to be a good thing. Ten years ago, while sharing custody of her then two year old son, she found herself with free time. Shon’t grieved the days she lost with her son, but filled the space with a newfound love for hiking, camping, backpacking, and cross-country skiing. In doing so, Shon’t found herself once more -- which ultimately made her a better mother.Featured in this episode: Shon’t SavageHosted by Gale StraubA production of Ravel MediaSponsored by Danner, Appalachian Gear Company,  South Dakota Tourism, and BetterHelpJoin the She Explores Podcast community on FacebookVisit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on InstagramResourcesShon’t’s InstagramShe Explores Episode 119: Adventure MomsWomen on the Road PodcastAdventure MamasAdventure Mamas InstagramShe Explores Landing PageRavel MediaSponsors and Discount CodesDanner: Learn more about the Women's Trail 2650's at Danner.comAppalachian Gear Company: Learn more about the All-Paca  Fleece Hoodie.South Dakota Tourism - Get your FREE South Dakota vacation guide at travelsouthdakota.comBetterHelp - Get 10% off your first month by heading to Betterhelp.com/explore and use code 'EXPLORE' at checkoutEpisodes air weekly on Wednesdays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode.Music is by Kai Engel, Josh Woodward, Meydan, and Swelling using a Creative Commons Attribution License

We chat high school fishing and outdoor programs for women with Nancy Koep. Plus possible new regulations on Lake of the Woods

As you may know, I reserve my solocasts for topics which have been nothing short of monumental in my journey as an outdoor founder. So this week, I'm talking with all of you about something that, having started two companies and been in the outdoor industries for fifteen years, I had never done up until a few weeks ago. What I'm talking about is . . . writing a pitch deck! In just a few weeks, I'll be presenting at the Outdoor Women's Industry Coalition Pitchfest. I'm super honored to have been selected to be one of this year's presenters, but it's a new and challenging experience for me. In preparing my own pitch deck for the event, I learned so much about building and rehearsing pitch decks and I'm excited to share this process with you. When I sat down to write my pitch, I had to really get to the nitty gritty and evaluate what my company needed, what I wanted to get from this experience. I had to know, specifically what my ask was. And then, I started reading about how to give an awesome pitch. In my solocast, I'm talking about the two most helpful resources to me in preparing this pitch deck, and the hard editing process I've been working through to get it just right. I'm also sharing some of the negative thoughts I'm refusing to believe about my pitch, and three steps for building an amazing pitch.   This pitch deck has been such a learning experience for me and for developing how I think about the needs of my company. I've never done one before, but I'm choosing to see this an asset, not a liability. If you don't know what can't be done, there's nothing to stop you. I hope you'll learn from my process and the resources I'm sharing. This episode is a must listen for anyone looking to pitch or promote their ideas!  Bravery in Business Quote “Well, the way I look at that is I've never done this before and that's actually my biggest advantage. Because what I don't know won't hurt me, right?” - Kristin Carpenter Ogden (Click to tweet) Cliff Notes Entrepreneurs should pitch a story, not just figures and facts. Struggled with two limiting ideas about writing this pitch. She refused to believe them, but they're still inside her head all the time. She didn't have enough time to write a good pitch deck. Only had six weeks from the time she found out she got in to the presentation. The pitch is only five minutes long. She is “incredibly verbose” so 5 minutes is a real challenge. Started telling herself that not having done this before was an advantage. Because she doesn't have the experience to know that it can't be done in 5 minutes, she's going for it. Rehearse your pitch in front of a variety of people to figure out what the different reactions are, and what engages each audience Edit out everything that isn't causing an emotional reaction. Even pitching financials, she tried to frame them in terms of a story, hot cognition. When giving the pitch, stay present because this will keep you confident. Confidence also comes from being well prepared.   3 Tips for Building a Pitch Deck        Focus on “hot cognition”, i.e. stories that will spark emotion (from Klaff).     Confidence creates flow. Be Confident.     Remember that you are just the vessel for the mission of the project. “I have two children in real life and I have two children in my business is I guess you'll love them both very much, not one over the other. They're very different.” (Click to tweet) Resources OIWC.org IntrepidEntrepreneur.net PitchAnything.com                                                                                     GetBacked.com Questions@IntrepidEntrepreneur.net   Show Notes: IntrepidEntrepreneur.net/pitchdeck