Solo (But Not Quite Alone)

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Your stories of spending time solo in the outdoors. Including a bikepacker, a so-called fat hiker, an aspiring astronaut, an extrovert, two med students, and a backcountry paddler, in short - you and me. It's been almost 2 years since we last asked you about how you adventure solo in Episode 8 of She Explores, Alone on the Trail. Gale asked for new submissions and she received more than she could squeeze into this episode, which is a great thing! It means you're getting out there. Please keep in mind when you listen - there are inherent risks to recreating in the backcountry, whether you're with a friend or by yourself. It's always a good idea to take inventory of your limits. In this episode, you'll hear: How solo time in nature opens up your headspace Why the listeners who submitted take time for themselves solo How Beth Bradley and Jessie Johnson used solo hiking to help quiet the negative body talk that went on in their heads Why getting outside solo isn't always a choice The ways in which you might be physically solo, but not quite alone while you're out there Why an extrovert says it's ok to find other people to adventure with The value of a long thru hike How going it solo can be empowering Some motivation to take the next step Women featured in this episode: Sunny Stroeer: Website, Outside Online Article, Alpinist Article Jodi Spangler: Instagram Jessie Johnson: Instagram Beth Bradley: Watch her full story here; Instagram Francesca Turauskis: SeizeYourAdventure.com Savannah Simmons-Grover: Blog Natalie Izzo: Instagram Kathi Kamleitner: Blog Kristine Turner Emily Sehloff: Instagram Ashley Franklin Sian Proctor: Facebook and Kickstarter Julie Hotz: Instagram and Portfolio Hosted by Gale Straub Sponsors & Codes: Benchmark Maps: use code SHEEXPLORES for 20% off your order Ritual - try your first month! Sawyer: Enter giveaway at She-Explores.com/sawyer World Nomads: Check out their podcast at Worldnomads.com/podcasts Music is by Lee Rosevere, Jason Shaw, and Smaller Tide via Free Music Archive (CC by A license) Music is also by Fort Vine.

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