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Tag: Backcountry Women

The Tenderfoot Hiker and the Ten Essentials

I wrote the below post one year ago today for Backcountry Women. To my recollection, hosting the Ten Essentials of … More

Backcountry Women, Hiking, Safety

Why I Journal While Hiking

I’ve had some writers block with my blog even though my head has been buried deep in my journal. I … More

Backcountry Women, Mental Health

Celebrating Four Years of Being Alcohol Free

Four years ago on February 14th, I decided to love myself more than ever before. My journey has had extremes, … More

Backcountry Women, Mental Health, Yoga

Mission Accomplished: Certify as a Field Leader

I recently read Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert and there is a section in the book that resonated with me. … More

Backcountry Women, Hiking, Mental Health

Packing Our Fears

Within my role at Backcountry Women, I started a Monthly Members “Fireside” Chat. It is an informal yet structured and … More

Backcountry Women, Backpacking, Hiking

Empowering Women Off the Trail

I drove down Euclid Avenue in the Point Douglas area of Winnipeg this morning. Tears formed in my eyes as … More

Backcountry Women

To Feel Something

I joined Backcountry Women this morning for a hike around Birds Hill Park but I unfortunately needed to cut my … More

Backcountry Women, Mental Health, Mental Illness, Nature

Climbing to New Heights

As much as I loved our first apartment with my husband that was on the 14th floor of an apartment … More

Backcountry Women, Mental Health, Rock Climbing, sobriety

Expect the Best and Plan for the Worst: Winter Survival Skills

I spent Saturday afternoon at Spruce Woods Provincial Park with Backcountry Women where we learned winter survival skills with Jen, … More

Backcountry Women, Spruce Woods Provincial Park, Winter Survival
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