#9 - Women In The Outdoors with Ashli Baldwin

Ashli Baldwin joins me on this episode to answer an audience member's question about what it's like for women in the outdoors.  From gear to mindset, Ashli covers it all and offers great advice to women getting into backpacking.Show Notes and LinksIntroduction to AshliGirls Weekend Article from By LandWhat’s it like for a woman on a long trail?Women in the outdoorsMental differences for women on trailsSocial pressures from attempting a Thru Hike Solo women on long trailsDifferences between the way men and women hikeConcerns for women while backpacking - is it dangerous for women being solo in the outdoors?  Self-defense concernsFemale-specific gear for backpacking - not just a marketing scam!Sleeping bag differencesFemale-specific packs - major differencesRecent increases in women-specific hiking groups and outingsOutdoor Woman's AllianceAshli’s trip to Zion National ParkTrail withdrawalsAshli’s tips and advice for women getting into backpackingwww.tentside.comOutdoor Woman's AllianceGirls Weekend Article - EmoryChoosing a Woman's Sleeping Bag - Everything You Need To KnowText the show!Support the showThanks for tuning in!  Check out the links below to learn more, connect, and support the show.www.byland.coJoin my NON-SPAM newsletterLeave a [email protected]