Christine Reed discovered long-distance backpacking while surfing the internet at work. She decided that day to attempt to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail. One adventure led to another, and a few years later she set out on the Wonderland Trail in Mt Rainier National Park.

Her Rugged Outdoors Woman persona started as a joke, a nod to the outdoor adventurer that she wished to be. But in the years since, she has come into her own as a backpacker, rock climber, and trail runner. Her debut memoir, Alone in Wonderland, is a testament to the decision to name who you want to be and make it so.

Guest Links- Christine's website- https://www.aloneinwonderland.com/

Christine on Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/christine.e.reed

Christine on Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/ruggedoutdoorswoman/

Alone in Wonderland- https://www.aloneinwonderland.com/online-store

Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at [email protected]

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Music provided for this Podcast by The Burns Sisters "Dance Upon This Earth" https://www.theburnssisters.com