53. Andie | Letting Go of the Familiar to Make Room for What is Next

Andie Creel is a passionate advocate for the environment and a leader in fostering community connections. She began her collegiate journey as a cross-country athlete at Montana State University but decided after her freshman year to step away from the sport to pursue her deep love for the outdoors. During the spring of her freshman year, Andie co-founded Backcountry Squatters alongside her classmates, creating a platform dedicated to supporting women non-binary people in outdoor recreation and fostering meaningful connections in natural spaces. Now pursuing a PhD at Yale University, Andie combines her passion for nature with her leadership in community-building. Andie, daughter of former guest Nancy Creel, reflects on transitions and how movement, structure, and community have been a pillar in shaping her journey and purpose.