by Jessica | Apr 28, 2024 | Body Positivity, Getting Started, Good Things To Know, New To Hiking
In July of 2022, I came to the mountains and hiked these trails solo, which my soul needed. It was the first time in my adult life that I muted the expectations of everyone else and started to listen to what my needs and expectations were. How can I show up as the...
by Jessica | Aug 1, 2023 | Getting Started, New To Hiking
Can you really go from being sedentary to climbing high peaks within a year? The answer is YES! Yes, you can. It takes a lot of time, dedication, commitment, and mental and physical strength, but it CAN be done. When the pandemic hit in early 2020, I bottomed out. I...
by Jessica | Apr 17, 2023 | Getting Started, New To Hiking
Hiking is a great way to explore the outdoors and challenge yourself mentally and physically. Having the right gear and equipment ensures a safe and enjoyable experience. Here are six items I recommend for people starting out hiking and wanting a pleasant attitude...
by Jessica | Apr 6, 2023 | New To Hiking
Oh, Azure. My beloved Azure. If you have read any of the local Adirondack hiking books, Azure Mountain, it is referred to as a short and easy family hike. Clearly, none of these people have children or asthma. Let’s just say this… I use Azure as my...
by Jessica | Apr 2, 2023 | New To Hiking
To be completely honest, I’m not a fan of being outdoors, and I’m a homebody who loves to relax and be comfortable. But as they say, “Never say never!” In the past, I had plenty of exposure to the outdoors, and I traveled extensively, hiked...
