She Opts Out

Meet Jen, Teresa, and Berkley, of James River Women. They share their insight, passion, and love for this white water paddle community of badass adventurers. @jamesriverwomen whom are “dedicated to supporting the inclusion of femme-identifying paddlers within the white water community.”

Jessica R. Chenard is a writer of purposeful adventures, healing, and legacy; hiking and writing give her a sense of creativity and purpose. She is a business owner, mother, wife, daughter, sister, community builder, and friend.

Chenard is the founder of Her Hike Collective, an all-women’s hiking community. You can find her hosting the group’s quarterly hikes in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Chenard was motivated to write this book after spending a decade living it. She hiked to heal from tragedy, and later hiking helped her nurture a beautiful life. *Social media links* @jessicaryanphoto @herhikecollective

#herhikebook #herhikecollective #jessicarchenard

Always good to touch base with our amazing friend, Brian. We recapped his 2021 year and took a look at all that is to come for 2022 for him and his KVC mission. Could not be more excited or thankful for this human. Check out all links to learn more about how to get involved and make a difference! You will not regret it. @keepvirginiacozy www.keepvirginiacozy.org #keepvirginiacozy #bekind #staycozy #bethechange #environment #climateaction #nature #inclusion #diversity #Adventure #ecofriendly #recycle #outside #recreateresponsibly #packitinpackitout #earthdayeveryday #vastateparks #getcozystaycozy #responsiblestewardship #cozyolbrewgrassfestival

Mandi and Linda recap 2021 and talk about the new year ahead! Winter Hiking, Upcoming Collaborations, Future Podcast Guests, as well as goals for our 2022 Retreats. Adventure With Us!

BadAss Adventurer Jessica Bowser of Virginia Outdoor Adventures shared with us her explorations and her plans for her journeys ahead. Follow her on IG @virginia_outdoor_adventures and https://linktr.ee/jbowser for more!

Kylie shares with us her life, her future goals, and stories along the AT with her hiking companion, Sullivan. SHOW NOTES and important info! Wild East Women www.wildeastwomen.org , New York - New Jersey Trail Conference www.nynjtc.org/events , https://native-land.ca/ , https://shenandoahvalley.org/guides/discover-less-traveled-hiking-trails-in-the-valley/ , My Favorite Leave No Trace Book:

Leave No Trace in the Outdoors by Jeffrey Marion

Long Path end!

Windham High Peak in the Catskills with Sullivan!

Ridgerunning with Sullivan!

BE KIND. SMILE AT STRANGERS. PICK UP LITTER. PROTECT PUBLIC LANDS. WORK TOGETHER FOR GOOD. Follow along with Brian as he shares his mission behind Keep Virginia Cozy, how to be a more involved conservationist and outdoor advocate. Plus, follow his journey with us along the Thru Hike he has planned on the AT highlighting Inclusivity. All that and more.... http://www.keepvirginiacozy.org http://www.evergreenadventurefoods.com http://www.sawyer.com http://www.kujucoffee.com http://www.hummingbirdhammocks.com

Co-Hosts, Linda Alexander and Mandi Love, welcome our very first guest, Caitlin Olszewski, to the podcast! Caitlin is an Outdoor Advocate, Graphic Designer, and Rock Climber. Follow Caitlin @thedesignpunk or www.thedesignpunk.com Learn more at www.sheoptsout.com and join our conversations on Facebook and Instagram @sheoptsout.

Co-Hosts, Linda Alexander and Mandi Love, talk about ways to manage during COVID. Learn more at www.sheoptsout.com and join our conversations on Facebook and Instagram @sheoptsout.

Co-Hosts, Linda Alexander and Mandi Love, talk about New Year 2020, 52 Hike Challenge, Winter Hiking Gear, and Trail Conditions. Learn more at www.sheoptsout.com and join our conversations on Facebook and Instagram @sheoptsout.