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Because I feel better when I do. It helps me reset and is a big
part of my self-care routine. It's also one of the ways I
consistently find joy.
What's one thing you wish you'd been aware of when you started
out?
I wish I'd known how to find a pair of boots that fit properly!
I'd been wearing a half-size too small for most of my life.
Finding not only a good-fitting boot but getting into the correct
size is a game changer. If you're able, head to a specialty
outdoors shop where the staff can measure your foot and help you
figure out the right boot for you.
How did you start backpacking? What was the most intimidating
thing about it?
Two of my friends took me on a backpacking trip in the White
Mountains. I was super intimidated to poop outside — haha. But
once I did it, I was relieved (pun intended) and had a blast.
Tell us about your favorite hiking experience to date.
My first hike was with my grandparents, brother, and sister in
Shenandoah NationalPark. I was 9 years old, wore my regular
sneakers, and put a bunch of cookies in my school book bag. I
remember walking in the woods, touching moss, and giving my sister
a piggyback ride when she got tired. Post-hike we had PB&J
sandwiches in the RV andI saw a bear on the side of the road. It
was a pretty memorable experience, especially now that my
grandparents are no longer alive.
What advice do you have for women who are just getting into
outdoor adventures?
Find a buddy and/or link up with a hiking club! Though I've done a
fair amount of solo hiking, I almost always have more fun with
friends. Also, use the gear you've got. Contrary to what some
might say, you don't need to have the newest, most expensive pack,
trekking poles, or boots to go hiking. Used gear is cool, too.
Lastly, try lots of different outdoor activities and see what
sticks. I never thought I'd like mountain biking but turns out I
love it.
Fears + the outdoors: what was your biggest fear and how did you
get over it?
My biggest fear is being attacked in the outdoors because someone
doesn't think I belong out there. I'm not sure I'll ever get over
it but I refuse to let my world close in on me and not do
something that brings me so much joy.
How do you prepare for a hike?
I start by checking the weather forecast to make sure it'll be
safe for me to go on a hike. If conditions look good, I'll pick a
trail and then pack accordingly. The longer the hike, the more
food and water I'll bring. If I'll be out after dark I make sure
to have a headlamp and an extra layer. And I always tell someone
where I'm going and when I'm supposed to be back.
