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| Ep 114. 27 Adventures Before 2027: Make Q4 Wildly Adventurous | 07 Oct 2026 | 00:34:18 | |
What if you didn’t wait until January to get back into adventure mode? Inspired by Karin Nordin’s “27 Before 2027” concept, I’m putting an adventurous spin on the challenge and creating my own list of 27 adventures, experiences, and future-self favors to help me finish 2026 feeling strong, energized, and excited about adventures ahead. In this episode, I’m sharing what’s making my list—from climbing my first outdoor 5.12 and backpacking the Grand Canyon to planning future adventures, replacing old gear, and making time for smaller outdoor memories along the way. Plus, I’ll give you plenty of ideas to start brainstorming your own 27 Adventures Before 2027. In this episode, we’ll talk about:
Your challenge: Brainstorm your own 27 Adventures Before 2027 and make the last few months of the year wildly adventurous. Where to learn more about Allison:
🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. (shedreamsofalpine.com/adventure) 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST (shedreamsofalpine.com/waitlist): This is our signature program where women who are done waiting finally get the skills, the plan, the coaching, and the community to make backpacking real. You'll learn everything you need to get out there safely and confidently — and you'll do it surrounded by 2,000+ women who are right there in the trenches with you, cheering you on every step of the way. If you've been circling this goal for a while, this is the place to finally land. Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here:
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| Ep 113. Could You Be a Rock Climber? What Really Happens at Our Women’s Joshua Tree Retreat | 30 Sep 2026 | 01:12:11 | |
Ever wondered what it’s actually like to try rock climbing for the first time—or join a women’s rock climbing retreat? In this episode, I’m joined by Kate, our longtime Team Alpine coach and certified AMGA Single Pitch Instructor, to talk all about our Joshua Tree Women's Rock Climbing Retreat and why this kind of guided outdoor experience can be a total game-changer. Whether you’re climbing-curious, craving a new challenge, or just looking for a supportive space to try something new, this episode pulls back the curtain on what really happens during one of our favorite annual retreats. In this episode, we cover:
If you’ve ever been even a little bit curious about climbing… this is your sign to explore it. 🎧 👉 JOIN OUR ROCK CLIMBING RETREATS WAITLIST (shedreamsofalpine.com/climb) Where to learn more about Kate:
Where to learn more about Allison:
🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. (shedreamsofalpine.com/adventure) 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST (shedreamsofalpine.com/waitlist): This is our signature program where women who are done waiting finally get the skills, the plan, the coaching, and the community to make backpacking real. You'll learn everything you need to get out there safely and confidently — and you'll do it surrounded by 2,000+ women who are right there in the trenches with you, cheering you on every step of the way. If you've been circling this goal for a while, this is the place to finally land. Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here:
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| Ep 112. 200+ Miles Alone: What It Really Feels Like to Finish the JMT (Jeanna's Story) | 23 Sep 2026 | 01:24:19 | |
In this episode, I sit down with my client Jeanna, a traveling nurse who lives out of her van between assignments, to talk about the trip that changed everything: her solo thru-hike of the entire John Muir Trail. Here's the wild part. This wasn't just her first solo thru-hike. It was her first solo backpacking trip, period. We get into the real, unfiltered story: the spreadsheet she painstakingly built to plan every campsite, the journal she cut in half to save weight, the night terror she had at what she's now convinced might have been a haunted campsite, and the moment on trail where she seriously considered quitting, plus the mental tools she used to talk herself back into it. We also talk about what it's really like to be alone out there (spoiler: you're never quite as alone as you think), and what it felt like to finally stand at the finish line after 200+ miles solo. What you'll learn in this episode:
If you've ever wondered whether you're "ready" to do something like this, then you're going to love this episode with Jeanna. How to Connect with Jeanna:
Where to learn more about Allison:
🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. (shedreamsofalpine.com/adventure) 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST (shedreamsofalpine.com/waitlist): This is our signature program where women who are done waiting finally get the skills, the plan, the coaching, and the community to make backpacking real. You'll learn everything you need to get out there safely and confidently — and you'll do it surrounded by 2,000+ women who are right there in the trenches with you, cheering you on every step of the way. If you've been circling this goal for a while, this is the place to finally land. Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here:
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| Ep 111. Hot Topics in Our Backpacking Badass Community: Big Trip Season, Gear Talk & Fall Backpacking Plans | 16 Sep 2026 | 00:42:23 | |
In this week's episode of The Adventurous Reinvention Podcast, I'm bringing back one of your favorite series—Hot Topics in Our Backpacking Badass Community—with my teammate Kellie. We recorded this one together in person in LA, so you're getting our real, unscripted takes on what's been coming up with our students lately. Here's what we cover:
Whether you're planning your next big trip or just trying to figure out your gear setup, you'll walk away from this one with plenty to think about. Where to learn more about Allison:
🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. (shedreamsofalpine.com/adventure) 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST (shedreamsofalpine.com/waitlist): This is our signature program where women who are done waiting finally get the skills, the plan, the coaching, and the community to make backpacking real. You'll learn everything you need to get out there safely and confidently — and you'll do it surrounded by 2,000+ women who are right there in the trenches with you, cheering you on every step of the way. If you've been circling this goal for a while, this is the place to finally land. Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here:
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| Ep 110. MVP. What It’s Really Like to Hit the SOS Button: Lessons from a Backcountry Rescue with Meg Atteberry | 09 Sep 2026 | 01:19:56 | |
This week we're publishing an MVP episode where I’m joined by outdoor writer and long-time mountain adventurer Meg Atteberry for a raw, behind-the-scenes look at what really happens when you have to hit the SOS button in the backcountry. On day six of a seven-day high route in Wyoming’s Wind River Range, Meg and her friend found themselves in a true emergency — an injury miles from any trail, shifting weather, complex alpine terrain, and a 20-hour Search and Rescue operation that forced them to rely on every ounce of their experience, preparation, and mental steadiness. This conversation is honest, gripping, and packed with trail-tested insight. If you’ve ever wondered “How would I actually handle something like this?” — or you want to feel more prepared and self-reliant on your own trips — this episode is a must-listen. In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
How to Connect with Meg:
Resources Mentioned:
Where to learn more about Allison:
🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. (shedreamsofalpine.com/adventure) 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST (shedreamsofalpine.com/waitlist): This is our signature program where women who are done waiting finally get the skills, the plan, the coaching, and the community to make backpacking real. You'll learn everything you need to get out there safely and confidently — and you'll do it surrounded by 2,000+ women who are right there in the trenches with you, cheering you on every step of the way. If you've been circling this goal for a while, this is the place to finally land. Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here:
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| Ep 109. Why Some Women Come Back From the Backcountry Changed — and Some Just Come Back Depleted | 26 Aug 2026 | 00:42:55 | |
In this episode, I'm breaking down something that showed up over and over again across our entire 2026 ARE trip season: two women can do the exact same hike — same trail, same weather, same physical challenge — and come home with completely different experiences. One depleted and complaining about the bugs. One lit up and already planning her next trip. Same conditions. Different lens. Every single season, without fail, we watch this play out — the women who set their mindset before the trailhead have a fundamentally different trip than the women who just show up and hope for the best. So I want to break down why that happens, and what you can actually do about it. Whether you've got a big trip coming up or you're just tired of coming home from adventures feeling like you missed something, this episode will give you a practical way to shape your experience before it even starts. What you'll learn in this episode:
Where to learn more about Allison:
🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. (shedreamsofalpine.com/adventure) 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST (shedreamsofalpine.com/waitlist): This is our signature program where women who are done waiting finally get the skills, the plan, the coaching, and the community to make backpacking real. You'll learn everything you need to get out there safely and confidently — and you'll do it surrounded by 2,000+ women who are right there in the trenches with you, cheering you on every step of the way. If you've been circling this goal for a while, this is the place to finally land. Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here:
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| Ep 108. Setting Big Goals Without Losing Joy: Lessons From Climbing 5.12 | 05 Aug 2026 | 00:54:56 | |
Today I'm joined by one of my closest friends, Charlie, who I met almost by accident in a local climbing league, and who's since become the person I train, plan, and chase big goals alongside. We're pulling back the curtain on our friendship: how it started, how it turned into a full-blown climbing partnership, and how a casual "let's climb together" turned into a shared, audacious goal — sending our first 5.12. This episode isn't just for climbers. It's about what happens when you stop trying to do hard things alone, and what changes in your belief system when you find someone who's willing to go there with you. What you'll learn in this episode:
Where to learn more about Allison:
🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. (shedreamsofalpine.com/adventure) 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST (shedreamsofalpine.com/waitlist): This is our signature program where women who are done waiting finally get the skills, the plan, the coaching, and the community to make backpacking real. You'll learn everything you need to get out there safely and confidently — and you'll do it surrounded by 2,000+ women who are right there in the trenches with you, cheering you on every step of the way. If you've been circling this goal for a while, this is the place to finally land. Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here:
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| Ep 107. Do B-Minus Work: How to Beat Perfectionism and Still Hit the Trail | 29 Jul 2026 | 00:48:49 | |
One of the most common patterns we see in Backpacking Badass and the Adventurous Reinvention Experience isn't a gear problem, a fitness problem, or an education problem — it's perfectionism, and it quietly derails more big goals than bad weather ever could. In this episode, my team member Kellie is taking over the mic solo to talk about what she's learned from doing halfway check-ins with our biggest coaching group yet — 36 women training for a real backpacking trip while juggling life, work, and everything in between. Every single year, without fail, we hear the same handful of messages back: I'm behind. I'm not showing up how I thought I would. I feel like I'm failing. So we want to break down why that happens and what to do about it. Whether you're mid-training for your first backpacking trip or working toward any big goal that's started to feel messier than you pictured, this episode will help you keep going without needing everything to go perfectly. What you'll learn in this episode:
Where to learn more about Allison:
🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. (shedreamsofalpine.com/adventure) 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST (shedreamsofalpine.com/waitlist): This is our signature program where women who are done waiting finally get the skills, the plan, the coaching, and the community to make backpacking real. You'll learn everything you need to get out there safely and confidently — and you'll do it surrounded by 2,000+ women who are right there in the trenches with you, cheering you on every step of the way. If you've been circling this goal for a while, this is the place to finally land. Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here:
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| Ep 106. Hiking and Backpacking With Your Dog: Is Your Pup Actually Ready? | 22 Jul 2026 | 01:26:22 | |
One of the most common questions we get inside Backpacking Badass (and in my DMs) is how to know if your pup can handle hiking and backpacking, and how to get them ready if they're not there yet. In this episode, I'm joined by Kellie, one of our coaches at She Dreams of Alpine, to break down everything you need to know about adventuring with your dog. Between the two of us, we've raised sight hounds, reactive rescues, and everything in between, so we're pulling from real experience, not just theory. We'll talk about how to build up your dog's mileage and confidence the right way, the off-leash debate, how to handle encounters with loose dogs on trail, and the safety gear and communication tools that make a real difference out there. Whether you're prepping your first pup for their first overnight or you've got a seasoned trail dog, this episode will help you adventure smarter, safer, and with way more confidence for both of you. What you'll learn in this episode:
So next time someone asks you "is your dog ready for this?", you'll have real, trail-tested answers, for both of you. Where to learn more about Allison:
🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. (shedreamsofalpine.com/adventure) 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST (shedreamsofalpine.com/waitlist): This is our signature program where women who are done waiting finally get the skills, the plan, the coaching, and the community to make backpacking real. You'll learn everything you need to get out there safely and confidently — and you'll do it surrounded by 2,000+ women who are right there in the trenches with you, cheering you on every step of the way. If you've been circling this goal for a while, this is the place to finally land. Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here:
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| Ep 105. MVP. How to Make Uphill Hiking Feel Easier (Without More Training) | 15 Jul 2026 | 00:42:57 | |
Ever stared up at a steep climb on trail and felt that sinking sense of dread? You’re not alone. For many new (and even experienced) hikers and backpackers, uphills can feel like the toughest part of the journey. But here’s the truth: it’s not just about stronger legs or more training, it’s about the mindset you bring to the climb. In this episode, I’m sharing the exact mental shifts and trail-tested strategies I use (and teach my clients) to make uphill hiking not only easier, but even enjoyable. We’ll talk about how to redirect negative self-talk, fuel yourself with powerful thoughts, and tap into that “let’s freaking go” energy that transforms hard climbs into moments of growth and empowerment. Whether you’re new to backpacking or taking on your biggest summit yet, this episode will help you reframe the uphill struggle into something that builds your confidence and fuels your adventure, on the trail and in life. What you’ll learn in this episode:
So the next time you’re staring up at a big mountain pass, you’ll have the tools to ditch the dread and step into your power. Where to learn more about Allison:
🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. (shedreamsofalpine.com/adventure) 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST (shedreamsofalpine.com/waitlist): This is our signature program where women who are done waiting finally get the skills, the plan, the coaching, and the community to make backpacking real. You'll learn everything you need to get out there safely and confidently — and you'll do it surrounded by 2,000+ women who are right there in the trenches with you, cheering you on every step of the way. If you've been circling this goal for a while, this is the place to finally land. Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here:
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| Ep 104. I Set Big Adventure Goals in January. Here's the Brutally Honest Mid-Year Report Card. | 01 Jul 2026 | 00:32:07 | |
It's officially halfway through the year, and Allison is pulling out her 2026 adventure goals list for an honest gut-check. In this episode, she walks through everything from training her puppy Oliver for backpacking trips to her big goal of leading a 5.12 outside—sharing what's on track, what she's let go of, and why this kind of mid-year recommitment matters more than the goal-setting itself. Consider this your nudge to pull up your own list. In this episode, I share:
Where to learn more about Allison:
🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. (shedreamsofalpine.com/adventure) 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST (shedreamsofalpine.com/waitlist): This is our signature program where women who are done waiting finally get the skills, the plan, the coaching, and the community to make backpacking real. You'll learn everything you need to get out there safely and confidently — and you'll do it surrounded by 2,000+ women who are right there in the trenches with you, cheering you on every step of the way. If you've been circling this goal for a while, this is the place to finally land. Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here:
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| Ep 103. Barr Trail to Pikes Peak Day 2 (Trail Series). Summit and Back: Cloud Inversions, Altitude Woes, & a Donut Race Against the Train | 24 Jun 2026 | 00:15:54 | |
Welcome to the Bougie Barr Camp to Pikes Peak Trail Series — a set of 2 mini episodes from a low-key, high-comfort backpacking weekend in Colorado with my friends Meg and Charlie. Day 2 was summit day — the whole reason for the bougie detour. We were up at 4am and on trail by 5:10, climbing through overnight storm leftovers, a sunrise cloud inversion that put us "in the meat of the sandwich" between two cloud layers, and every kind of weather in small doses — wind, snow, thunder, rain, each lasting about two seconds. Above treeline the switchbacks felt endless, mild altitude sickness showed up uninvited, and the microspikes came out for the last snowy mile. We summited just as the cog train pulled in and sprinted for the visitor center to beat the crowd to donuts. 3,700 feet of gain, almost 12 miles, and a well-earned nap back at camp before spaghetti and the best bread of the trip. In this episode:
🎧 Hit play for summit views, weather roulette, and a well-earned donut victory. Where to learn more about Allison:
🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. (shedreamsofalpine.com/adventure) 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST (shedreamsofalpine.com/waitlist): This is our signature program where women who are done waiting finally get the skills, the plan, the coaching, and the community to make backpacking real. You'll learn everything you need to get out there safely and confidently — and you'll do it surrounded by 2,000+ women who are right there in the trenches with you, cheering you on every step of the way. If you've been circling this goal for a while, this is the place to finally land. Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here:
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| Ep 102. Barr Trail to Pikes Peak Day 1 (Trail Series). Trailhead to Barr Camp: Embracing Bougie Basecamp Energy | 17 Jun 2026 | 00:24:39 | |
Welcome to the Bougie Barr Camp to Pikes Peak Trail Series — a set of 2 mini episodes from a low-key, high-comfort backpacking weekend in Colorado with my friends Meg and Charlie. The premise: tackle Pikes Peak via Barr Trail over three days instead of one, with pancake breakfasts and spaghetti dinners built in, because if Barr Camp's going to cook for us, we're letting them. Day 1 was the hike in — a trailhead GI emergency (we kept it real), $40 trailhead parking, 7 miles and 3,500 feet of gain up to Barr Camp, and three single-person tents pitched so close we were basically sharing one. We talked through pre-trip chaos, why we keep saying yes to "insane" trips, period-brain on trail, and why small backpacking trips still count as real ones. In this episode:
🎧 Hit play for trailhead chaos, deep commitment to the bit, and the calm before summit day. Where to learn more about Allison:
🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. (shedreamsofalpine.com/adventure) 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST (shedreamsofalpine.com/waitlist): This is our signature program where women who are done waiting finally get the skills, the plan, the coaching, and the community to make backpacking real. You'll learn everything you need to get out there safely and confidently — and you'll do it surrounded by 2,000+ women who are right there in the trenches with you, cheering you on every step of the way. If you've been circling this goal for a while, this is the place to finally land. Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here:
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| Ep 101. Should You Carry a Gun Hiking Solo? The Real Question Women Are Actually Asking | 27 May 2026 | 00:32:26 | |
By now you've seen it. Some version of this plays out in every solo hiking forum, every Facebook group, every comment section where a woman dares to ask about going outside alone. 👉 "Just bring a gun." This advice is lazy. It's often irresponsible. And it completely misses what women are actually asking. Because the question underneath the gun question? It's not really about firearms at all. It's: Am I safe enough to do this alone? In this episode, I'm answering that, for real. With expert-backed research, actual statistics, and the reframe that I think changes everything about how women approach safety on trail. In this episode, I share:
This one is for you. For your hiking partner. And for every Todd in your comment section. Resources mentioned:
🗓️ PS—Registration is NOW OPEN for our upcoming Solo Hiker Summit! It’s happening June 3-5, 2026. This virtual summit is for women who are done waiting for the right person, the right conditions, or the right version of themselves — and are ready to finally hike alone, go confidently, and maybe even spend a night or two in the backcountry. 😉 👉 Register NOW at shedreamsofalpine.com/summit Where to learn more about Allison:
🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. (shedreamsofalpine.com/adventure) 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST (shedreamsofalpine.com/waitlist): This is our signature program where women who are done waiting finally get the skills, the plan, the coaching, and the community to make backpacking real. You'll learn everything you need to get out there safely and confidently — and you'll do it surrounded by 2,000+ women who are right there in the trenches with you, cheering you on every step of the way. If you've been circling this goal for a while, this is the place to finally land. | |||
| Ep 100. Alpine Divorce Won't Happen to You If You Do This | 22 May 2026 | 00:41:16 | |
By now you've probably seen it. The TikTok videos. The comments flooding in. Women sharing their own versions of being left behind on a trail by someone they trusted. Alpine Divorce is real. But here's what nobody in that conversation is actually saying, and it's the thing I've been talking about since the very beginning of She Dreams of Alpine. Every single one of those stories has one thing in common. And it is not only about having a bad boyfriend... In this episode, I'm giving you the reframe that changes everything, and the answer that makes you immune to this. Not just Alpine Divorce, but the much bigger story women have been told about who the outdoors is and isn't safe for. In this episode, I share:
🗓️ PS—Registration is NOW OPEN for our upcoming Solo Hiker Summit! It’s happening June 3-5, 2026. This virtual summit is for women who are done waiting for the right person, the right conditions, or the right version of themselves — and are ready to finally hike alone, go confidently, and maybe even spend a night or two in the backcountry. 😉 👉 Register NOW at shedreamsofalpine.com/summit Where to learn more about Allison:
🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. (shedreamsofalpine.com/adventure) 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST (shedreamsofalpine.com/waitlist): This is our signature program where women who are done waiting finally get the skills, the plan, the coaching, and the community to make backpacking real. You'll learn everything you need to get out there safely and confidently — and you'll do it surrounded by 2,000+ women who are right there in the trenches with you, cheering you on every step of the way. If you've been circling this goal for a while, this is the place to finally land. | |||
| Ep 099. MVP: Adventures that Made Me: My First Solo Backpacking Trip (Mount Langley) | 13 May 2026 | 00:44:50 | |
In today’s episode, I’m taking you back to the solo backpacking trip that shaped me in all the best ways, my very first overnight alone on the trail. I share what inspired me to go solo in the first place, how I handled the fear, the unexpected snow that changed my plans, and the plot twist at the trailhead that almost stranded me. This trip wasn’t perfect, but it gave me huge confidence in myself, my decision-making, and my leadership skills. If you’ve been wondering whether you can really do this solo backpacking thing... this episode is for you. In this episode, you’ll hear about:
Read on our Blog: Trail Guide to Hiking Mount Langley 🗓️ PS—Don’t forget to save the date for our upcoming Solo Hiker Summit! It’s happening June 3-5, 2026. This virtual summit is for women who are done waiting for the right person, the right conditions, or the right version of themselves — and are ready to finally hike alone, go confidently, and maybe even spend a night or two in the backcountry. 😉 Registration opens at the end of May. Join our newsletter here (shedreamsofalpine.com/email) to be FIRST to know when registration opens for the Solo Hiker Summit. Where to learn more about Allison:
🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. (shedreamsofalpine.com/adventure) 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST (shedreamsofalpine.com/waitlist): This is our signature program where women who are done waiting finally get the skills, the plan, the coaching, and the community to make backpacking real. You'll learn everything you need to get out there safely and confidently — and you'll do it surrounded by 2,000+ women who are right there in the trenches with you, cheering you on every step of the way. If you've been circling this goal for a while, this is the place to finally land. | |||
| Ep 098. What We Learned About Fear From 300+ Women Who Want to Go Solo Backpacking | 06 May 2026 | 00:38:40 | |
This week's episode is a takeover — and a good one. Kellie, community manager at She Dreams of Alpine and coach inside the Backpacking Badass Program, steps in (while Allison is off with clients on a rock climbing retreat in Greece) to share something we think is one of the most important episodes we've published. A few years ago, we surveyed over 300 women about what was actually stopping them from solo hiking and backpacking. We didn't just skim the data, we read every single response. And what we found stopped us cold. This episode isn't tips. It's a mirror. It's for the woman who has been saying "someday" for years and just needs to know she's not alone. In this episode, Kellie covers:
🗓️ PS—Don’t forget to save the date for our upcoming Solo Hiker Summit! It’s happening June 3-5, 2026. This virtual summit is for women who are done waiting for the right person, the right conditions, or the right version of themselves — and are ready to finally hike alone, go confidently, and maybe even spend a night or two in the backcountry. 😉 Registration opens at the end of May. Join our newsletter here (shedreamsofalpine.com/email) to be FIRST to know when registration opens for the Solo Hiker Summit. Where to learn more about Allison:
🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. (shedreamsofalpine.com/adventure) 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST (shedreamsofalpine.com/waitlist): This is our signature program where women who are done waiting finally get the skills, the plan, the coaching, and the community to make backpacking real. You'll learn everything you need to get out there safely and confidently — and you'll do it surrounded by 2,000+ women who are right there in the trenches with you, cheering you on every step of the way. If you've been circling this goal for a while, this is the place to finally land. | |||
| Ep 097. Why Your Adventure Goal Lost Steam (And How to Get It Back) | 29 Apr 2026 | 00:56:55 | |
You had a goal. You were fired up. And somewhere between January and now… the momentum quietly disappeared. In this mid-year check-in episode, I'm breaking down the six real reasons women stall on their adventure goals, and none of them are what your brain is currently telling you. Whether you're stuck before you've started or losing steam mid-pursuit, this one's for you. In this episode, I share:
Where to learn more about Allison:
🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. (shedreamsofalpine.com/adventure) 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST (shedreamsofalpine.com/waitlist): This is our signature program where women who are done waiting finally get the skills, the plan, the coaching, and the community to make backpacking real. You'll learn everything you need to get out there safely and confidently — and you'll do it surrounded by 2,000+ women who are right there in the trenches with you, cheering you on every step of the way. If you've been circling this goal for a while, this is the place to finally land. Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here:
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| Ep 096. Exploring the “What’s Next?” Phase of Life: Marissa’s Story (Inside the Adventurous Reinvention Experience) | 15 Apr 2026 | 01:13:59 | |
In this episode, I’m sitting down with Marissa, a past student of the Adventurous Reinvention Experience, to talk about what it looked like for her to navigate that really common (but rarely talked about) season of life… The “what’s next?” phase. Marissa wasn’t unhappy with her life. She had a solid career, a stable path, and had checked a lot of the boxes she thought she was supposed to check. But underneath that, there was this growing sense of curiosity… mixed with a lot of overthinking… about what she actually wanted her life to look like moving forward. And instead of waiting for clarity to magically appear… she chose to step into the process anyway. Inside this conversation, we talk about:
This episode is such a real, honest look at what it means to feel the pull for something more—and to start exploring that, even before you have it all figured out. 💛 If You’re Craving Something More… If you’ve been feeling the pull for more connection, more adventure, or a different kind of summer… The Adventurous Reinvention Experience is exactly where we explore that. It’s a 4-month experience where we blend:
👉 Learn more at shedreamsofalpine.com/are Connect with Marissa:
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| Ep 095. She Started Backpacking at 58: Nancie’s Story (Inside the Adventurous Reinvention Experience) | 09 Apr 2026 | 01:21:11 | |
In this episode, I’m sitting down with Nancie, a past student of the Adventurous Reinvention Experience, to talk about what it looked like for her to start backpacking at 58… and completely shift how she sees herself and what she’s capable of. Nancie didn’t grow up as a “backpacker,” and she didn’t come into this experience feeling fully confident or ready. She came in with curiosity, a deep pull toward adventure, and a quiet question so many women ask themselves at some point: Is it too late for me to start something like this? And instead of waiting to feel ready… she chose to begin anyway. Inside this conversation, we talk about:
This is such a powerful example of what becomes possible when you stop waiting for the “perfect time”… and start where you are. 💛 If You’re Craving Something More… If you’ve been feeling the pull for more connection, more adventure, or a different kind of summer… The Adventurous Reinvention Experience is exactly where we explore that. It’s a 4-month experience where we blend:
There are only 36 spots available in the 2026 cohort. 👉 NOW ENROLLING, Learn more at shedreamsofalpine.com/are Where to learn more about Allison:
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| Ep 094. From Beginner to Leader in the Outdoors: Sunny’s Story (Inside the Adventurous Reinvention Experience) | 07 Apr 2026 | 01:24:54 | |
In this episode, I’m sitting down with Sunny, a past student of the Adventurous Reinvention Experience, to talk about what it looked like for her to step into leadership in the outdoors and become the kind of woman she didn’t always see represented there. Sunny didn’t come into this experience feeling like she fully belonged in the outdoor space. She came in with curiosity, a desire to grow, and a deeper calling to build community and lead in a way that felt aligned with who she is. And instead of waiting to feel ready… she chose to step forward anyway. Inside this conversation, we talk about:
This is such a powerful example of what becomes possible when you stop waiting to feel ready… and start becoming the person you needed. 💛 If You’re Craving Something More… If you’ve been feeling the pull for more connection, more adventure, or a different kind of summer… The Adventurous Reinvention Experience is exactly where we explore that. It’s a 4-month experience where we blend:
If something in this episode resonated with you, you can learn more and join the waitlist for our next experience, which opens SOON! There are only 36 spots available in the 2026 cohort. 👉 NOW ENROLLING, Learn more at shedreamsofalpine.com/are Where to learn more about Allison:
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| Ep 093. The Value of Reinventing Yourself Again and Again | 02 Apr 2026 | 01:48:50 | |
In this episode, I’m joined by Kellie from the She Dreams of Alpine team for a raw, honest, and deeply personal conversation about what it actually looks like to reinvent yourself, again and again. We’re pulling back the curtain on our own reinvention journeys… not just the highlight reel, but the messy, uncomfortable, and transformative moments that shaped who we are today. Because reinvention isn’t just one big life overhaul. It’s a practice, a way of living, and a decision about your life that you get to make over and over again. Inside this conversation, we explore:
This episode is a reminder that you are not a fixed version of yourself. You are allowed to evolve. To change your mind. To want something different. To become someone new, again and again. And maybe most importantly… you don’t have to do it alone. 💛 If You’re Craving Something More… If you’ve been feeling the pull for more connection, more adventure, or a different kind of summer… The Adventurous Reinvention Experience is exactly where we explore that. It’s a 4-month experience where we blend:
If something in this episode resonated with you, you can learn more and join the waitlist for our next experience, which opens SOON! There are only 36 spots available in the 2026 cohort. 👉 Join the Waitlist at shedreamsofalpine.com/are so you don't miss a single update when doors open in April. Where to learn more about Allison:
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| Ep 092. From Craving Community to Creating It: Carey’s Story (Inside the Adventurous Reinvention Experience) | 31 Mar 2026 | 01:10:32 | |
In this episode, I’m sitting down with Carey, a past student of the Adventurous Reinvention Experience, to talk about what it looked like for her to go all in on building community during a major life transition, and how that decision changed everything. Carey didn’t come into this experience needing backpacking skills. She came in craving connection, friendship, and a sense of belonging during a season where everything in her life felt uncertain. And instead of waiting for that community to magically appear… She created it. Inside this conversation, we talk about:
This is such a powerful example of what becomes possible when you stop waiting… and start saying yes to the life you actually want. 💛 If You’re Craving Something More… If you’ve been feeling the pull for more connection, more adventure, or a different kind of summer… The Adventurous Reinvention Experience is exactly where we explore that. It’s a 4-month experience where we blend:
If something in this episode resonated with you, you can learn more and join the waitlist for our next experience, which opens SOON! There are only 36 spots available in the 2026 cohort. 👉 Join the Waitlist at shedreamsofalpine.com/are so you don't miss a single update when doors open in April. Connect with Carey:
Where to learn more about the host, Allison:
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| Ep 091. BTS: Our 2025 ARE Intermediate Trip (Alpine Lakes, Big Miles & Reinvention) | 18 Mar 2026 | 01:20:03 | |
In this episode, Allison and her team member Kellie sit down fresh off the trail in Allison’s van to recap the 2025 Adventurous Reinvention Experience Intermediate Backpacking Trip in the Eastern Sierra. After spending nearly two weeks in the mountains guiding both beginner and intermediate groups, they recorded this conversation while the memories were still fresh — sharing what actually happens on these trips beyond the highlight photos. From gear shakedowns and acclimatization days to alpine lake swims, big climbs, and late-night conversations under the stars, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at the adventure, challenge, and connection that unfolds when a group of women spend several days together in the wilderness. Because the Adventurous Reinvention Experience isn’t just a backpacking trip. It’s a summer-long container for personal reinvention, confidence building, and community, with the backpacking adventure becoming the physical expression of that growth. In this episode, we talk about:
And so much more... By the end of the trip, these women didn’t just finish a backpacking route. They walked away with new confidence, new friendships, and a deeper sense of what they’re capable of. If you've ever wondered what it's really like to join the Adventurous Reinvention Experience, this episode gives you a candid, fresh-off-the-trail look inside. 🔥 The 2026 Adventurous Reinvention Experience is opening soon! This is our once-a-year, four-month intimate coaching container where we work on identity evolution, self-trust, and embodied courage — and then take it into the mountains together in the Eastern Sierra. Only 36 spots are available in the 2026 cohort. 👉 Join the Waitlist at shedreamsofalpine.com/are so you don't miss a single update when doors open in April. Where to learn more about Allison:
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| Ep 090. Sometimes the Most Valuable Adventure Is the One That “Fails” — An Adventurous Reinvention Story | 11 Mar 2026 | 00:29:31 | |
Sometimes the most valuable adventures are the ones that don’t go according to plan. In this episode, Allison shares the story of a 2023 Adventurous Reinvention Experience backpacking trip that was supposed to summit Mount Whitney… until a powerful storm forced the group to pivot. What could have felt like a “failed” adventure ended up becoming one of the most valuable mountain experiences her clients have ever had: teaching lessons about resilience, leadership, self-trust, and learning how to make safety decisions in the backcountry. In this episode, we explore:
The goal of adventure isn’t perfection. It’s growth. It’s courage. It’s discovering what you’re capable of, even when things don’t unfold the way you expected. Sometimes the adventure that “fails” ends up being the one that changes you the most. 🔥 The 2026 Adventurous Reinvention Experience is opening soon! This is our once-a-year, four-month intimate coaching container where we work on identity evolution, self-trust, and embodied courage — and then take it into the mountains together in the Eastern Sierra. Only 36 spots are available in the 2026 cohort. 👉 Join the Waitlist at shedreamsofalpine.com/are so you don't miss a single update when doors open in April. Where to learn more about Allison:
🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. (shedreamsofalpine.com/adventure) 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST (shedreamsofalpine.com/waitlist): This is our signature program where we teach you how to become a safe, confident, and self-sufficient backpacker. It's an online course, coaching program, and community to support you in your journey to becoming a confident backpacker and step into your adventurous identity. Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here:
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| Ep 089. When Adventure Feels Frivolous (And Why It’s Not) | 04 Mar 2026 | 00:17:49 | |
If you've been doom-scrolling, feeling frozen, or wondering whether it's still okay to care about adventure and joy, this episode is for you. In this episode, Allison shares why aliveness isn't a luxury or an escape, it's actually how we stay strong, grounded, and capable of showing up powerfully in our lives and in the world. In this episode, we explore:
If adventure has felt frivolous lately… maybe it's not. Maybe it's training. Maybe it's exactly how you refuse to shrink. 🔥 The 2026 Adventurous Reinvention Experience is opening soon! This is our once-a-year, four-month intimate coaching container where we work on identity evolution, self-trust, and embodied courage — and then take it into the mountains together in the Eastern Sierra. Only 36 spots are available in the 2026 cohort. 👉 Join the Waitlist at shedreamsofalpine.com/are so you don't miss a single update when doors open in April. Where to learn more about Allison:
🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. (shedreamsofalpine.com/adventure) 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST (shedreamsofalpine.com/waitlist): This is our signature program where we teach you how to become a safe, confident, and self-sufficient backpacker. It's an online course, coaching program, and community to support you in your journey to becoming a confident backpacker and step into your adventurous identity. Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here:
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| Ep 088. Escalante Route Grand Canyon Day 4 (Trail Series). 4,000 Feet Up & Redwall Switchbacks | 25 Feb 2026 | 00:37:49 | |
This final episode of the Escalante Route Trail Series comes to you from a hotel room—because we climbed all the way out of the Grand Canyon today. After a very early wake-up, we started hiking in the dark to avoid the heat, stopping for water and breakfast before committing to the long climb out. What followed was roughly 4,000 feet of elevation gain, endless switchbacks, Redwall crossings, and some of the steepest trail of the entire route. The climb was shaded, rugged, and relentless—but also deeply satisfying. Along the way, we passed mining relics, encountered a tarantula, exchanged trail banter with other hikers, and slowly gained a full perspective of everything we had just traveled through. We topped out tired, proud, and already nostalgic. In this episode:
🎧 Hit play for the final push—4,000 feet up, one last grind, and the quiet satisfaction of completing the Escalante Route. Where to learn more about Allison: 🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST: This is our signature program where we teach you how to become a safe, confident, and self-sufficient backpacker. It's an online course, coaching program, and community to support you in your journey to becoming a confident backpacker and step into your adventurous identity. Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here:
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| Ep 087. Escalante Route Grand Canyon Day 3 (Trail Series). Slot Canyons, the Papago Slide & Hauling Water to the Tonto | 18 Feb 2026 | 00:32:54 | |
This is Day 3 of the Escalante Route Trail Series, recorded under the stars at a dry camp high above the river. Today was a shorter-mileage day that packed in a lot of technical terrain. We left our beach paradise behind and made our way into 75 Mile Canyon, hiking high above towering walls before dropping down into the slot itself—a highlight for all of us. From there, the day became a series of decisions: choosing a low route, navigating route-finding terrain, scrambling short but consequential rock sections, and finally facing the infamous Papago Slide—a steep, loose gully that demanded focus and patience. After timing heat and shade carefully, we hauled water up to the Tonto Platform and settled into a dry camp with sweeping canyon views and one of the most colorful sunsets of the trip. In this episode:
🎧 Hit play for a technical canyon day full of big decisions, steep terrain, and expansive views from a quiet dry camp. Where to learn more about Allison: 🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST: This is our signature program where we teach you how to become a safe, confident, and self-sufficient backpacker. It's an online course, coaching program, and community to support you in your journey to becoming a confident backpacker and step into your adventurous identity. Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here:
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| Ep 086. Escalante Route Grand Canyon Day 2 (Trail Series). Side Quests & a Private River Beach Campsite | 11 Feb 2026 | 00:25:44 | |
Welcome back to the Escalante Route Trail Series—daily trail dispatches from our backpacking trip through the Grand Canyon. Day 2 delivered everything we love about canyon travel: mellow morning miles, ambitious side quests, and terrain that looks impossible until the route reveals itself. We eased out of camp through shaded river walking before climbing up toward Unkar Hill and the ruins, detouring in true Grand Canyon fashion to chase pottery dreams and expansive viewpoints. From there, we tackled long, off-camber traverses and an unrelenting descent back toward the river. And then... reward. We landed at one of the most unexpectedly luxurious campsites imaginable: a private-feeling river beach complete with swimming, sunbathing, yoga, and the sound of rapids in the background. In this episode:
🎧 Hit play for side quests, classic Grand Canyon route-finding, and one of the best campsites of the entire trip. Where to learn more about Allison: 🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST: This is our signature program where we teach you how to become a safe, confident, and self-sufficient backpacker. It's an online course, coaching program, and community to support you in your journey to becoming a confident backpacker and step into your adventurous identity. Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here:
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| Ep 085. Escalante Route Grand Canyon Day 1 (Trail Series). 5,000 Feet Down & Birthday Cake on the River | 04 Feb 2026 | 00:23:53 | |
Welcome to the Escalante Route Trail Series—a special set of episodes recorded on-trail during a backpacking trip deep in the Grand Canyon. In this series, I’m bringing you along day by day as my friends and I hike the Escalante Route, sharing the real-time experiences, trail conversations, and behind-the-scenes moments from camp each night. Day 1 was all about the descent. After a shuttle shuffle and a later-than-ideal start, we dropped nearly 5,000 feet from the rim down to the Colorado River via the Tanner Trail. The miles were straightforward but steep, with barking knees, tired ankles, and a whole lot of anticipation as the canyon opened up below us. We were blessed with cloud cover, cooler-than-expected temps, and an early arrival at camp Tanner Beach where we celebrated birthdays, stood knee-deep in the river, and leaned fully into Type 1 fun. In this episode:
🎧 Hit play to kick off the Escalante Route with a big descent, good weather luck, and a sandy riverside camp. Where to learn more about Allison: 🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST: This is our signature program where we teach you how to become a safe, confident, and self-sufficient backpacker. It's an online course, coaching program, and community to support you in your journey to becoming a confident backpacker and step into your adventurous identity. Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here:
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| Ep 084. Starting Her Adventure Era After Everything Fell Apart: Sarah’s Journey from Beginner to Backpacking Leader | 20 Jan 2026 | 01:31:00 | |
In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with Sarah, a Backpacking Badass client whose story perfectly captures what it looks like to step into an Adventure Era after everything changes. Sarah didn’t grow up loving the outdoors. In fact, she openly admits she despised it. But after a major life upheaval, nature became a place of healing, and eventually, a doorway into something much bigger. Since joining the Backpacking Badass Program, Sarah has gone from total beginner to:
If you’re in a season of rebuilding… If you’re craving adventure but unsure where to start… If you feel the pull toward something bigger, braver, and more alive… This episode is for you. Where to connect with Sarah: @sarahlouiseschmidt 🥾 Ready to Start Your Adventure Era? Enrollment for the Backpacking Badass Program is officially OPEN January 19-23, 2026. Inside the program, you’ll learn how to:
👉 Join us at: shedreamsofalpine.com/enroll Whether you’re dreaming about your first backpacking trip, your first solo trip, or your boldest adventure yet... you don’t have to figure it out alone. We’ve got you. Where to learn more about Allison: | |||
| Ep 083. Starting Her Adventure Era in Her 50s: Sherry’s Journey from Beginner to Solo Backpacker | 14 Jan 2026 | 01:13:14 | |
My client Sherry didn’t grow up calling herself “adventurous.” She started backpacking in her mid-50s with borrowed gear, a lot of nerves, and a quiet pull toward doing something more for herself. After her first challenging trips, she realized she didn’t just want more adventure... she wanted to feel calm, capable, and confident doing it. That’s when she found the Backpacking Badass Program, began building real skills, and took her very first solo backpacking trip. Five years later, Sherry has completed solo backpacking trips, section-hiked long trails, trekked in Patagonia, volunteered in remote wilderness settings, and become a mentor to other women starting later in life. In this episode, we talk about what it actually looks like to build confidence over time, and why it’s never too late to start. In this episode, we talk about:
If you’ve ever felt the pull toward adventure... but wondered if you missed your chance, this episode is for you. Where to connect with Sherry:
Where to learn more about Allison: 🎉 Register for our FREE 5-DAY CHALLENGE (shedreamsofalpine.com/challenge) - Your Adventure Era Challenge - January 12-16th, 2026 - If you want to go on MORE hiking and backpacking adventures in 2026, in this 5-day challenge, you'll make sure you finally check those trips off your bucket list! ⭐️ Upgrade Option: You can also grab the Challenge All-Access Pass (shedreamsofalpine.com/upgrade) for extended replay access plus exclusive Adventure Era bonus resources. 🥾 Want to join Sherry and a badass community of over 2,000 women as you step into YOUR adventure era? Join the Backpacking Course Waitlist (shedreamsofalpine.com/waitlist)—our signature program that teaches women how to become safe, confident, and self-sufficient backpackers through step-by-step education, coaching, and community support. Our next enrollment opens January 19th-23rd! | |||
| Ep 082. What It Actually Means to Be a Backpacking Badass (and How to Become One in 2026) | 07 Jan 2026 | 00:25:52 | |
What does it really mean to be a Backpacking Badass? In this episode, Allison breaks down why being a Backpacking Badass has nothing to do with being fearless, extreme, or summiting at all costs—and everything to do with self-trust, decision-making, and knowing you have your own back on trail and in life. If you’ve ever loved the idea of being “badass” but thought, that’s not me, this episode is for you. In this episode, we cover:
This episode is a grounded redefinition of what badassery really looks like, and an invitation to step into it for yourself. Ready to take the next step? 🎉 Register for our FREE 5-DAY CHALLENGE (shedreamsofalpine.com/challenge)- Your Adventure Era Challenge - January 12-16th, 2026 - If you want to go on MORE hiking and backpacking adventures in 2026, in this 5-day challenge, you'll make sure you finally check those trips off your bucket list! Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here:
Want to see some testimonials about the Backpacking Badass Program? Read our student stories here. (shedreamsofalpine.com/stories) Where to learn more about Allison:
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| Ep 081. My 2026 Adventure Goals (Trips, Training & Intentions) | 31 Dec 2025 | 00:35:46 | |
In this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of how I’m planning my adventures in 2026. From big trips to mini getaways, client adventures, and everyday ways to keep the outdoors part of my life, this episode is all about setting the stage for a year filled with exploration. In this episode, you’ll hear:
I hope it inspires you to dream big and start crafting your own adventurous vision for 2026. 🎉 Register for our FREE 5-DAY CHALLENGE - Your Adventure Era Challenge - January 12-16th, 2026 - If you want to go on MORE hiking and backpacking adventures in 2026, in this 5-day challenge, you'll make sure you finally check those trips off your bucket list! Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here:
Want to see some testimonials about the Backpacking Badass Program? Read our student stories here. Where to learn more about Allison: | |||
| Ep 080. The Space 2025 Created for Your 2026 Adventure Era | 24 Dec 2025 | 00:22:35 | |
In this reflective end-of-year episode, Allison reframes why so many women experienced 2025 as a season of closure, identity shedding, and quiet endings, and why that space matters. Allison then explores why 2026 is uniquely positioned as a fresh start, a new cycle, and an invitation to step into your next adventurous identity with clarity, courage, and momentum. In this episode, you’ll hear:
🔥 REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN for the Your Adventure Era Challenge (Jan 12–16). Our free Your Adventure Era Challenge is BACK, and this year, we’re going deeper than ever. Inside the challenge, we’ll work on: ✨ Building self-trust and adventurous identity ✨ Learning how to stop waiting and start leading ✨ Finding (and creating) your adventure community ✨ Turning “someday” dreams into real momentum ✨ Plus… a few surprises I’ve never taught before 👀 Register for the free here :👉 shedreamsofalpine.com/challenge And right after Challenge Week, we open enrollment for our New Year cohort of the Backpacking Badass Program, where this kind of transformation becomes your lived reality. 👉 Join the Backpacking Badass Waitlist so you don’t miss a single January update. Where to learn more about Allison: | |||
| Ep 079. Why Backpacking Might Be the Most Important Goal You Set for 2026 | 17 Dec 2025 | 00:36:59 | |
As we head toward a new year, many of us start thinking about goals, but not all goals are created equal. In this episode, Allison shares 5 powerful reasons backpacking might be one of the most important goals you set for 2026, whether you’re brand new to backpacking or already love spending time on trail. This conversation goes beyond backpacking as a hobby and explores how backpacking can become a tool for reinvention, confidence, aliveness, and building a life that feels deeply lived — especially in a world that’s becoming more digital, automated, and optimized by the day. In this episode, we explore:
If this episode stirred something in you, consider what kind of year you want 2026 to be... not just productive or optimized, but alive. 🔥 Save the Dates: Your Adventure Era Challenge (Jan 12–16). Our free Your Adventure Era Challenge is coming back, and this year, we’re going deeper than ever. Inside the challenge, we’ll work on: ✨ Building self-trust and adventurous identity ✨ Learning how to stop waiting and start leading ✨ Finding (and creating) your adventure community ✨ Turning “someday” dreams into real momentum ✨ Plus… a few surprises I’ve never taught before 👀 Registration will open at the end of December. And right after Challenge Week, we open enrollment for our New Year cohort of the Backpacking Badass Program, where this kind of transformation becomes your lived reality. 👉 Join the Backpacking Badass Waitlist so you don’t miss a single January update. Important Upcoming Dates:
Where to learn more about Allison: 🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST: This is our signature program where we teach you how to become a safe, confident, and self-sufficient backpacker. It's an online course, coaching program, and community to support you in your journey to becoming a confident backpacker and step into your adventurous identity. Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here:
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| Ep 078. MVP: The PCT Thru-Hike & the Courage to Start New with Marie-Pier Tremblay | 10 Dec 2025 | 01:08:47 | |
Join host Allison Boyle as she dives into an inspiring conversation with Marie Pier Tremblay about the transformative power of adventure and personal reinvention through the lens of hiking the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). Key Points Discussed:
Tune in to hear how Marie’s adventurous leap of faith led to profound life changes and a newfound purpose in guiding others. Where to learn more about Marie: Where to learn more about Allison: 🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST: This is our signature program where we teach you how to become a safe, confident, and self-sufficient backpacker. It's an online course, coaching program, and community to support you in your journey to becoming a confident backpacker and step into your adventurous identity. | |||
| Ep 077. What It’s Really Like to Hit the SOS Button: Lessons from a Backcountry Rescue with Meg Atteberry | 26 Nov 2025 | 01:19:56 | |
This week, I’m joined by outdoor writer and long-time mountain adventurer Meg Atteberry for a raw, behind-the-scenes look at what really happens when you have to hit the SOS button in the backcountry. On day six of a seven-day high route in Wyoming’s Wind River Range, Meg and her friend found themselves in a true emergency — an injury miles from any trail, shifting weather, complex alpine terrain, and a 20-hour Search and Rescue operation that forced them to rely on every ounce of their experience, preparation, and mental steadiness. This conversation is honest, gripping, and packed with trail-tested insight. If you’ve ever wondered “How would I actually handle something like this?” — or you want to feel more prepared and self-reliant on your own trips — this episode is a must-listen. In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
How to Connect with Meg:
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Where to learn more about Allison: 🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST: This is our signature program where we teach you how to become a safe, confident, and self-sufficient backpacker. It's an online course, coaching program, and community to support you in your journey to becoming a confident backpacker and step into your adventurous identity. Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here:
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| Ep 076. Thinking About Backpacking Badass? Listen to This First. | 19 Nov 2025 | 01:19:16 | |
Inside today’s episode, I’m sharing a special replay of a live Q&A session I hosted with Kellie from my team—all about what it actually looks like to become a Backpacking Badass. If you’ve been dreaming about leveling up your backpacking skills, craving more confidence on the trail, or wondering what it’s like inside the Backpacking Badass Program… this episode will give you the real, honest, behind-the-scenes scoop. We dig into:
If you’ve been sitting on the fence or wondering if this is your year to go all-in on your first (or next!) backpacking adventure… this conversation will help you make that decision with clarity and confidence. ✨ Backpacking Badass Black Friday Enrollment is NOW OPEN but enrollment closes Friday, November 21, 2025! If you’re ready to become a confident, self-sufficient backpacker in 2026—this is the moment. These are our biggest deals of the entire year. 👉 Join us at: shedreamsofalpine.com/blackfriday Where to learn more about Allison: | |||
| Ep 075. A Beginner’s First Year of Backpacking: Victoria’s Journey to Confidence & Solo Trips | 18 Nov 2025 | 01:10:52 | |
Today’s episode is a special one because we’re celebrating what’s possible in your very first year of backpacking. I’m joined by one of our Backpacking Badass students, Victoria, who joined the program during last year’s Black Friday enrollment… and since then, has completely transformed her outdoor life. Before the program, Victoria had only gone on one beginner overnight with her husband. One year later, she’s planned and led her own 3-day trip in the Eastern Sierra, gone on multiple solo backpacking adventures in Yosemite, the Eastern Sierra, and Zion, and built a brand-new identity around bravery, self-trust, and capability. In this episode, we talk about:
Victoria’s story shows how much is possible when you stop waiting for the perfect circumstances and start building the skills, confidence, and self-trust to create your own adventures. Backpacking Badass Black Friday Enrollment is NOW OPEN! If you’re ready to become a confident, self-sufficient backpacker in 2026—this is the moment. These are our biggest deals of the entire year. 👉 Join us at: shedreamsofalpine.com/blackfriday Whether you’re dreaming about your first backpacking trip, your first solo trip, or your boldest adventure yet... you don’t have to figure it out alone. We’ve got you. Where to learn more about Allison: | |||
| Ep 074. Do It for the Plot: My 3 Rules for Living an Adventurous Life | 12 Nov 2025 | 00:33:49 | |
What if your life was the greatest adventure story you ever told? In this reflective episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on how I live (and teach) an adventurous life, not just on the trail, but every damn day. These are the 3 personal rules I come back to again and again, whether I’m navigating a rainstorm in Scotland, reworking a route mid-backpacking trip, or chasing a goal that is outside my comfort zone. In this episode, I share:
Whether you’re craving more adventure in your life—or just want to feel more alive and self-trusting again—this episode is for you. Have you joined our Black Friday Early Bird Waitlist yet? From November 17–21, we’re opening enrollment for The Backpacking Badass Program — our signature online course, community, and coaching experience that teaches women how to become safe, confident, and self-sufficient backpackers. For so many of our students, this program was the difference between “maybe one day” and 👉 actually hitting the trail on their first (of many) backpacking trips. This is our final big enrollment of the year, and we’re going BIG with our best deals, daily bonus reveals, and epic giveaways. Here’s why you’ll want to be on our Early Bird Waitlist: → You’ll get 2-hour early access when doors open. → You’ll snag limited gifts + exclusive bonuses before they disappear. → You’ll receive a Sneak Peek Guide of all our prizes + bonuses as soon as you join. And the best part? You’ll wrap up 2025 already locked into your 2026 Adventure Era — so when January hits, you won’t just be dreaming about adventure… you’ll be living it. 👉 Join the Early Bird Waitlist NOW: shedreamsofalpine.com/bird Where to learn more about Allison: 🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here:
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| Ep 073. Adventures that Made Me: My First Backpacking Trip (Half Dome in Yosemite) | 05 Nov 2025 | 00:37:10 | |
Before She Dreams of Alpine ever existed… Before I called myself a backpacker, an outdoor educator, or a coach There was one wild, barely-planned backpacking trip that changed the course of my life: Backpacking to Half Dome with zero experience. In this episode, I’m taking you back to the very beginning—when I said “yes” to a 3-day trip with an overstuffed 45 lb pack and no idea what I was doing. It wasn’t pretty. It wasn’t perfect. But it was the spark that lit the fire. In this episode, I share:
If you’ve ever wondered how I got started... or if you’re standing at the edge of your own first “yes”, this story is for you. ----------- Have you joined our Black Friday Early Bird Waitlist yet? From November 17–21, we’re opening enrollment for The Backpacking Badass Program — our signature online course, community, and coaching experience that teaches women how to become safe, confident, and self-sufficient backpackers. For so many of our students, this program was the difference between “maybe one day” and 👉 actually hitting the trail on their first (of many) backpacking trips. This is our final big enrollment of the year, and we’re going BIG with our best deals, daily bonus reveals, and epic giveaways. Here’s why you’ll want to be on our Early Bird Waitlist: → You’ll get 2-hour early access when doors open. → You’ll snag limited gifts + exclusive bonuses before they disappear. → You’ll receive a Sneak Peek Guide of all our prizes + bonuses as soon as you join. And the best part? You’ll wrap up 2025 already locked into your 2026 Adventure Era — so when January hits, you won’t just be dreaming about adventure… you’ll be living it. 👉 Join the Early Bird Waitlist NOW: shedreamsofalpine.com/bird ----------- Where to learn more about Allison: 🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here:
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| BONUS. End of Year Pep Talk + Our Final Big Backpacking Badass Enrollment of 2025 | 03 Nov 2025 | 00:22:25 | |
Feeling the end-of-year swirl of chaos, reflection, or “where did the time go” energy? In this bonus episode, I’m giving you a loving but fire-lit pep talk—whether you’re wrapping up a huge year of adventure or still dreaming about what’s possible for you on the trail. Because here’s the truth: Backpacking changed my life. And I know it can do the same for you. This episode is your invitation to stop waiting for “someday” and say yes to the next version of yourself... one that’s bold, confident, and wildly self-sufficient. In this episode, I share:
Have you joined our Black Friday Early Bird Waitlist yet? From November 17–21, we’re opening enrollment for The Backpacking Badass Program — our signature online course, community, and coaching experience that teaches women how to become safe, confident, and self-sufficient backpackers. For so many of our students, this program was the difference between “maybe one day” and 👉 actually hitting the trail on their first (of many) backpacking trips. This is our final big enrollment of the year, and we’re going BIG with our best deals, daily bonus reveals, and epic giveaways. Here’s why you’ll want to be on our Early Bird Waitlist: → You’ll get 2-hour early access when doors open. → You’ll snag limited gifts + exclusive bonuses before they disappear. → You’ll receive a Sneak Peek Guide of all our prizes + bonuses as soon as you join. And the best part? You’ll wrap up 2025 already locked into your 2026 Adventure Era — so when January hits, you won’t just be dreaming about adventure… you’ll be living it. 👉 Join the Early Bird Waitlist NOW: shedreamsofalpine.com/bird | |||
| Ep 072. West Highland Way Day 8 (Trail Series). Kinlochleven to Fort William: Final Miles, Moody Views & a Fort William Finish | 29 Oct 2025 | 00:23:14 | |
Welcome to the West Highland Way Trail Series—a special set of episodes from my latest long-distance hike across the Scottish Highlands. I’ll be bringing you along day by day as I hike 100 miles from Milngavie to Fort William, sharing the real-time feels, stories, and behind-the-scenes moments from the trail. Day 8 brought this West Highland Way journey to a close—and it was everything I wanted it to be. I hiked the final 15 miles from Kinlochleven to Fort William through mist, muddy trails, and dramatic fall colors. My calves were tight, but my heart was full. From solo stretches to a short chat with a couple from Utah, the day was both reflective and beautiful. I ended the trip with a cozy hotel stay, a solo seafood dinner, and a bittersweet sense of completion. In this episode:
🎧 Hit play to join me for the final leg of a trail I’d absolutely do again. Where to learn more about Allison: 🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST: This is our signature program where we teach you how to become a safe, confident, and self-sufficient backpacker. It's an online course, coaching program, and community to support you in your journey to becoming a confident backpacker and step into your adventurous identity. Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here:
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| Ep 071. West Highland Way Day 7 (Trail Series). Kingshouse to Kinlochleven: Devil’s Staircase, Glencoe Views & a Cozy Night In | 29 Oct 2025 | 00:20:54 | |
Welcome to the West Highland Way Trail Series—a special set of episodes from my latest long-distance hike across the Scottish Highlands. I’ll be bringing you along day by day as I hike 100 miles from Milngavie to Fort William, sharing the real-time feels, stories, and behind-the-scenes moments from the trail. Day 7 was short, scenic, and surprisingly dry. I left Kingshouse late after a slow morning, expecting wind and rain—but instead got blue skies and big views through one of the most iconic stretches of the West Highland Way. After climbing the Devil’s Staircase and descending into Kinlochleven, I landed in the cutest Airbnb pod, treated myself to Chinese takeaway, and enjoyed a quiet, solo night in. In this episode:
🎧 Hit play for one of the most beautiful—and mentally recharging—days of the hike. Where to learn more about Allison: 🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST: This is our signature program where we teach you how to become a safe, confident, and self-sufficient backpacker. It's an online course, coaching program, and community to support you in your journey to becoming a confident backpacker and step into your adventurous identity. Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here:
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| Ep 070. West Highland Way Day 6 (Trail Series). Bridge of Orchy to Kingshouse: Fast Miles, Trail Friend & Hotel Luxury | 29 Oct 2025 | 00:22:10 | |
Welcome to the West Highland Way Trail Series—a special set of episodes from my latest long-distance hike across the Scottish Highlands. I’ll be bringing you along day by day as I hike 100 miles from Milngavie to Fort William, sharing the real-time feels, stories, and behind-the-scenes moments from the trail. Day 6 was full of unexpected ease and connection. I hiked 12 miles from Bridge of Orchy to Kingshouse on a surprisingly smooth military road, powered by good trail conversation with a fellow solo hiker named Jane. The moody weather made the Scottish highlands feel extra dramatic, but the miles flew by—until a final soaking just before check-in. Then it was time to lean into hotel luxury: a hot meal, a robe, a surprise gin and tonic setup, and yes, the awkward joy of eating dinner solo in a fancy restaurant. In this episode:
🎧 Hit play for a soft landing after a fast solo hiking day on the West Highland Way. Where to learn more about Allison: 🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST: This is our signature program where we teach you how to become a safe, confident, and self-sufficient backpacker. It's an online course, coaching program, and community to support you in your journey to becoming a confident backpacker and step into your adventurous identity. Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here:
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| Ep 069. West Highland Way Day 5 (Trail Series). Tyndrum to Bridge of Orchy: First Solo Miles, Cozy Pods & Sticky Toffee Pudding | 22 Oct 2025 | 00:16:42 | |
Welcome to the West Highland Way Trail Series—a special set of episodes from my latest long-distance hike across the Scottish Highlands. I’ll be bringing you along day by day as I hike 100 miles from Milngavie to Fort William, sharing the real-time feels, stories, and behind-the-scenes moments from the trail. Day 5 marked the start of the solo stretch on the West Highland Way. Ashima headed back to Glasgow, and I made the short hike from Tyndrum to Bridge of Orchy—just seven miles, but a welcome active rest day after four bigger-mileage days in a row. There was morning rain, a poncho-on-poncho moment, and some quiet, reflective miles through beautiful valleys. I finished the day doing laptop work at the Bridge of Orchy hotel bar, staying in a cozy hiking pod, and taking myself out to dinner—something I’d been a little nervous about pre-trip. In this episode:
🎧 Hit play for a short-and-sweet reset day before the big solo stretch continues. Where to learn more about Allison: 🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST: This is our signature program where we teach you how to become a safe, confident, and self-sufficient backpacker. It's an online course, coaching program, and community to support you in your journey to becoming a confident backpacker and step into your adventurous identity. Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here:
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| Ep 068. West Highland Way Day 4 (Trail Series). Beinglass Campsite to Tyndrum: Endless Rain, Trail Detours & a Tyndrum Sendoff | 22 Oct 2025 | 00:20:02 | |
Welcome to the West Highland Way Trail Series—a special set of episodes from my latest long-distance hike across the Scottish Highlands. I’ll be bringing you along day by day as I hike 100 miles from Milngavie to Fort William, sharing the real-time feels, stories, and behind-the-scenes moments from the trail. Day 4 of the West Highland Way was wet, winding, and emotionally full. We left our cozy luxury cabin after a no-modifications-allowed Scottish breakfast, tackled 12+ miles of soggy trail (complete with surprise detours), and landed in Tyndrum with muddy feet and grateful hearts. It was Ashima’s final day on trail, and while the hike itself was a blur of rain and wet shoes, the conversations, laughter, and Real Food Cafe dinner made it one to remember. In this episode:
🎧 Hit play for one last day of trail banter before the solo stretch begins. Where to learn more about Allison: 🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST: This is our signature program where we teach you how to become a safe, confident, and self-sufficient backpacker. It's an online course, coaching program, and community to support you in your journey to becoming a confident backpacker and step into your adventurous identity. Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here:
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| Ep 067. West Highland Way Day 3 (Trail Series). Rowardennan to Beinglass Campsite: Honesty Boxes, Lochside Miles & Boggy Boots | 22 Oct 2025 | 00:19:50 | |
Welcome to the West Highland Way Trail Series—a special set of episodes from my latest long-distance hike across the Scottish Highlands. I’ll be bringing you along day by day as I hike 100 miles from Milngavie to Fort William, sharing the real-time feels, stories, and behind-the-scenes moments from the trail. Day 3 was long, beautiful, and a little boggy. We followed the trail along Loch Lomond—through ferns, mud, technical terrain, and glimpses of gorgeous water. The trail challenged us physically but felt easier mentally than Day 2, even with tired legs and wet boots. In this episode:
🎧 Hit play to join us for one of the most iconic stretches of the West Highland Way. Where to learn more about Allison: 🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST: This is our signature program where we teach you how to become a safe, confident, and self-sufficient backpacker. It's an online course, coaching program, and community to support you in your journey to becoming a confident backpacker and step into your adventurous identity. Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here:
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| EP 066. West Highland Way Day 2 (Trail Series). Drymen to Rowardennan: Conic Hill, Big Winds, & Luxury Hot Chocolate | 15 Oct 2025 | 00:30:01 | |
Welcome to the West Highland Way Trail Series—a special set of episodes from my latest long-distance hike across the Scottish Highlands. I’ll be bringing you along day by day as I hike 100 miles from Milngavie to Fort William, sharing the real-time feels, stories, and behind-the-scenes moments from the trail. Day 2 was a big one—big miles over some rugged, windy terrain… and minimal breaks. We conquered Conic Hill, found heaven in a hot chocolate, and then hit the wall hard. This was the day the trail reminded us we’re carrying everything on our backs, and that Beyoncé is sometimes the only thing keeping morale alive. In this episode:
🎧 Hit play for a real-deal day on the West Highland Way. Where to learn more about Allison: 🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST: This is our signature program where we teach you how to become a safe, confident, and self-sufficient backpacker. It's an online course, coaching program, and community to support you in your journey to becoming a confident backpacker and step into your adventurous identity. Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here:
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