This week's episode features an interview with Wild Woman Megan Stayer.In the last full episode of the season, we sit down with Megan- a gorgeous soul who gave us the rundown on how she went from being a teenager who struggled with depression to a woman who woke up one day and took control of her life through mindfulness. By taking control of her life, Megan has fallen in love with all things outdoors and especially loves to hike and backpack. Megan also carries her mindfulness in her day-to-day lifestyle by practicing yoga and she is also a small business owner, specializing in bringing low waste, sustainable products to her community.  We hope you enjoy, find inspiration in, and can relate to Megan’s words.Notes: You can find Megan on Instagram @modern_natural_living.Follow Liz on Instagram @getyourfeetup and find Kelsey @somuchbeautyitcanmakeyoucry.Follow the podcast on Instagram @wherewildwomenwander, on Facebook @wherewildwomenwander, and on Twitter @wherewildwomen. Find more episodes like Megan’s on our Episodes page.Check out Megan's website here and learn more about requesting changes to your amazon packaging here.Our podcast music, Hoedown by Audionautix, is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://audionautix.com/.

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009: Megan Stayer of Modern Natural Living

Campfire Convos are shorts where Liz and Kelsey candidly talk about a topic loosely related to women and the outdoor world. Whether it be talking about the subject of being a woman in the backcountry, a recent book we read, or something fun–like our favorite pieces of gear and why, we try to keep these episodes around 15-20 minutes. These shorts will come out every other Thursday as a buffer between interview episodes with guests, giving you time to catch up on the longer episodes and us time to create more fantastic content! This week features a speculation on Love Languages in the outdoors.Do you know what your Love Languages are? Take the quiz & let us know!We are in no way sponsored by the 5lovelanguages or affiliates. Let us know! Shoot us an email, fill out the contact form on the website, or DM us on Instagram. We would love to hear from you!Follow Liz on Instagram @getyourfeetup and find Kelsey @somuchbeautyitcanmakeyoucry.Follow the podcast on Instagram @wherewildwomenwander, on Facebook @wherewildwomenwander, and on Twitter @wherewildwomen.Disclaimer: These are our personal opinions, and we by no means intend to tell you how you should feel or what you should do. Take what you want or need from our podcasts; leave what you don’t. 

Campfire Convo: Utilizing Your Love Language in the Outdoors

This week's episode features an interview with Wild Woman Morgan Mihal.Prepare yourself to fall in love with Morgan – a woman with the most infectious and bubbly laugh of all time. Morgan is a well-rounded climber who loves to find adventure to, from, and at the crag. Morgan talks to us about moving to Colorado at the age of 18, life in a Suby (Subaru), and truly embracing dirtbag culture to pursue climbing and the outdoor lifestyle. Morgan also touches on the visibility of climbers with disabilities and how not to be a jerk when you encounter a climber with a disability specifically at the crag and generally in the world.We hope you enjoy, find inspiration in, and can relate to Morgan's words.Notes: You can find Morgan on Instagram @dirtbagmoxieFollow Liz on Instagram @getyourfeetup and find Kelsey @somuchbeautyitcanmakeyoucry.Follow the podcast on Instagram @wherewildwomenwander, on Facebook @wherewildwomenwander, and on Twitter @wherewildwomen. Find more episodes like Morgan’s on our Episodes page.Our podcast music, Hoedown by Audionautix, is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://audionautix.com/.

008: Morgan Mihal, Dirtbag Moxie

Campfire Convos are shorts where Liz and Kelsey candidly talk about a topic loosely related to women and the outdoor world. Whether it be talking about the subject of being a woman in the backcountry, a recent book we read, or something fun–like our favorite pieces of gear and why, we try to keep these episodes around 15-20 minutes. These shorts will come out every other Thursday as a buffer between interview episodes with guests, giving you time to catch up on the longer episodes and us time to create more fantastic content! This week features one of our favorite pieces of gear and the many uses of a Buff!Do ya'll know what a Buff is? Otherwise known as a neck gaiter, this item is Kelsey and Liz's #1 pick for their favorite outdoor gear. Listen on, and we will tell you why. SPECIAL BONUS CHALLENGE INFO: We will be sending out a Where Wild Women Wander sticker to any listener who can correctly identify how many times the word "Buff" is stated in this episode. Deadline for participation in the challenge is Thursday April 16, 2020 at 10PM EST. Please email us at wherewildwomenwander@gmail.com or DM us on Instagram with your guess to participate. We are in no way sponsored by Buff or its affiliates. Do you have a Buff? Do you also L-O-V-E it? Thinking about getting one now?Let us know! Shoot us an email, fill out the contact form on the website, or DM us on Instagram. We would love to hear from you!Click here to see Buff's "Ways to Wear."Follow Liz on Instagram @getyourfeetup and find Kelsey @somuchbeautyitcanmakeyoucry.Follow the podcast on Instagram @wherewildwomenwander, on Facebook @wherewildwomenwander, and on Twitter @wherewildwomen.Disclaimer: These are our personal opinions, and we by no means intend to tell you how you should feel or what you should do. Take what you want or need from our podcasts; leave what you don’t. We are also not sponsored by Buff and/or their affiliates in any way. 

Campfire Convo: The Many Wild and Wonderful Uses for a Buff

This week's episode features an interview with Wild Woman Michelle Bemm, a wildlife biologist and rock climber living in California. Meet Michelle Bemm, a wildlife biologist based in Southern California. On a typical day, you can find Michelle scrambling through the desert canyon working with the Desert Tortoise and Big Horn sheep populations, hanging with her dog, or hitting a local crag. We were inspired by Michelle’s ability to move away from toxic relationships in day-to-day life and transition into a healthy relationship with nature.We hope you enjoy, find inspiration in, and can relate to Michelle's words. Notes: You can find Michelle on Instagram @flowerchildmeesh.Follow Liz on Instagram @getyourfeetup and find Kelsey @somuchbeautyitcanmakeyoucry.Follow the podcast on Instagram @wherewildwomenwander, on Facebook @wherewildwomenwander, and on Twitter @wherewildwomen. Find more episodes like Michelle’s on our Episodes page.Our podcast music, Hoedown by Audionautix, is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://audionautix.com/.

007: Michelle Bemm, Flower Child

Campfire Convos are shorts where Liz and Kelsey candidly talk about a topic loosely related to women and the outdoor world. Whether it be talking about the subject of being a woman in the backcountry, a recent book we read, or something fun–like our favorite pieces of gear and why, we try to keep these episodes around 15-20 minutes. These shorts will come out every other Thursday as a buffer between interview episodes with guests, giving you time to catch up on the longer episodes and us time to create more fantastic content!This Campfire Convo gives an overview of the seven Leave No Trace principles, also known as LNT. We discuss what each principle actually means, how it can be implemented into your recreation plans, and why it is important. We also share our own anecdotes of LNT situations that we have happened upon in the outdoors. We really tried to make this topic that may seem boring fun, engaging, and easy to understand. For more detailed information, visit LNT.org. Check out the blog post write-up on this episode for a written account on this topic. Did you know and follow the LNT principles before you listened to this podcast episode?Let us know! Shoot us an email, fill out the contact form on the website, or DM us on instagram. We would love to hear from you! Follow Liz on Instagram @getyourfeetup and find Kelsey @somuchbeautyitcanmakeyoucry.Follow the podcast on Instagram @wherewildwomenwander, on Facebook @wherewildwomenwander, and on Twitter@wherewildwomen.Disclaimer: These are our personal opinions, and we by no means intend to tell you how you should feel or what you should do. Take what you want or need from our podcasts; leave what you don’t.

Campfire Convo: Leave No Trace

This week's episode features an interview with Wild Woman Chelsy Zelasko, a woman who is strong in many sports and continues to push her limits. As a young woman, Chelsy has searched for a consistent outdoor community to explore her passions of rock climbing, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding. We discuss the importance of having a supportive group of friends and outdoor partners. Chelsy makes the point that the array of outdoor sports she participates in helps her create affirmations throughout her personal life. Furthermore, Chelsy shares the yin to her yang, revealing how she gets her "stoke" when she's not outside.We hope you enjoy, find inspiration in, and can relate to Chelsy's words. Notes: You can find Chelsy on Instagram @chelsy2611.Follow Liz on Instagram @getyourfeetup and find Kelsey @somuchbeautyitcanmakeyoucry.Follow the podcast on Instagram @wherewildwomenwander, on Facebook @wherewildwomenwander, and on Twitter @wherewildwomen. Find more episodes like Chelsy’s on our Episodes page.Our podcast music, Hoedown by Audionautix, is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://audionautix.com/.

006: Chelsy Zelasko, Jack of All Trades

Campfire Convos are shorts where Liz and Kelsey candidly talk about a topic loosely related to women and the outdoor world. Whether it be talking about the subject of being a woman in the backcountry, a recent book we read, or something fun–like our favorite pieces of gear and why, we try to keep these episodes around 15-20 minutes. These shorts will come out every other Thursday as a buffer between interview episodes with guests, giving you time to catch up on the longer episodes and us time to create more fantastic content!This episode takes a look at the desire of many of us to go "low waste" in our everyday life and how to transition that into our outdoors recreation. We discuss the basic tips, like using reusables to shop and eat out of. Then, we discuss our outdoors habits and even dive into some of our favorite sustainable brands and gear web sites. Check out the blog post write-up on this episode for more detailed information on the hows and whys of this topic, as well as links to anything mentioned. How do you transfer low waste principles into your outdoors lifestyle?Let us know! Shoot us an email, fill out the contact form on the website, or DM us on instagram. We would love to hear from you!Follow Liz on Instagram @getyourfeetup and find Kelsey @somuchbeautyitcanmakeyoucry.Follow the podcast on Instagram @wherewildwomenwander, on Facebook @wherewildwomenwander, and on Twitter@wherewildwomen.Note: Episode links are in the blog post here. When Kelsey mentions UsedGear.com, she actually meant GearTrade.com, woooops.Disclaimer: These are our personal opinions, and we by no means intend to tell you how you should feel or what you should do. Take what you want or need from our podcasts; leave what you don’t.

Campfire Convo: Low Waste Tips for Recreating in the Outdoors

Self-proclaimed "free range" child, Certified Welder, 3D-artist, home owner, DIYer, fungus-lover, forager, and Beta Blaze community founder, Becca is a wild woman who is continually learning and trying new things. Becca shares laugh-out-loud childhood stories, including lugging out a hibachi grill for her first ever camping trip. She explains how she got into welding and machinery, and how she yearns to do it with artistic purpose. Becca discusses buying her first home and the tiresome renovation process. Lastly, we talk about the ins and outs of Beta Blaze, a community-based learning experience, where friends share their knowledge on a specific topic in the outdoors. Becca's story is such a fun listen, and you'll be sure to learn some impressive facts about everyone's favorite grocery store mushroom. Stay tuned until the very end to hear some special, media-relevant Dad Jokes! Notes: You can find Becca on Instagram @rayleigh_taylor_instability and @fuckiboughtahouse.The book Becca references is called "The Natural Navigator" by Tristan Gooley. Follow Liz on Instagram @getyourfeetup and find Kelsey @somuchbeautyitcanmakeyoucry.Follow the podcast on Instagram @wherewildwomenwander, on Facebook @wherewildwomenwander, and on Twitter @wherewildwomen. Our podcast music, Hoedown by Audionautix, is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://audionautix.com/.

05: Becca Fazenbaker, Beta Blaze Founder

Campfire Convos are shorts where Liz and Kelsey candidly talk about a topic loosely related to women and the outdoor world. Whether it be talking about the subject of being a woman in the backcountry, a recent book we read, or something fun–like our favorite pieces of gear and why, we try to keep these episodes around 15-20 minutes. These shorts will come out every other Thursday as a buffer between interview episodes with guests, giving you time to catch up on the longer episodes and us time to create more fantastic content!This Campfire Convo focuses on Situational Awareness relating to outdoors women’s safety. Oftentimes, the first question women get asked when going alone on an adventure is, “Are you sure you’re safe to go alone?” It is an unfortunate reality that outdoors women do have to keep some extra tricks up their sleeves to stay safe. In our opinion, one of the best mental tools to implement when alone outdoors is understanding situational awareness and trusting your gut. Join the conversation as we break down women's common fears and our tips on how to handle some situations or practice risk aversion. Do you have any experiences or tips to add?Let us know! Shoot us an email, fill out the contact form on the website, or DM us on instagram. We would love to hear from you!If you’d like to read the accompanying blog post for this episode, click here!Follow Liz on Instagram @getyourfeetup and find Kelsey @somuchbeautyitcanmakeyoucry.Follow the podcast on Instagram @wherewildwomenwander, on Facebook @wherewildwomenwander, and on Twitter@wherewildwomen.Disclaimer: These are our personal opinions, and we by no means intend to tell you how you should feel or what you should do. Take what you want or need from our podcasts; leave what you don’t.

Campfire Convo: Situational Awareness for Outdoors Women

During this episode, Kelcie recounts her former life as a D1 college athletics star with a strong dedication to academic pursuits and the journey she went on to get to where she is now – an outdoors-loving athlete with a focus on fitness.Kelcie talks about how she has reshaped her identity and redefined what success means to her, the RV she just bought, making the world a happier place, finding flow, and her business, Fundamentally Strong. This powerful woman has found her niche as a personal trainer who strives to teach fitness as a foundation for being capable at whatever sport or adventure you are ready to take on next. Notes: You can find Kelcie on instagram @kelciehromisin or follow her business @fundamentallystrong. You can find out more about her personal training pursuits at www.fundamentallystrong.com. Furthermore, you can read her fitness blog at AccessNEPA. Follow Liz on Instagram @getyourfeetup and find Kelsey @somuchbeautyitcanmakeyoucry.Follow the podcast on Instagram @wherewildwomenwander, on Facebook @wherewildwomenwander, and on Twitter @wherewildwomen. Our podcast music, Hoedown by Audionautix, is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://audionautix.com/.

004: Kelcie Hromisin, Fundamentally Strong

Campfire Convos are shorts where Liz and Kelsey candidly talk about a topic loosely related to women and the outdoor world. Whether it be talking about the subject of being a woman in the backcountry, a recent book we read, or something fun–like our favorite pieces of gear and why, we try to keep these episodes around 15-20 minutes. These shorts will come out every other Thursday as a buffer between interview episodes with guests, giving you time to catch up on the longer episodes and us time to create more fantastic content!This week’s Campfire Convo is focused on our scariest shared backpacking experience. Kelsey and Liz tell you about the time they were terrified in the Catskills together, this story is known as The Rusty Dagger.What did you think?Let us know! Shoot us an email, fill out the contact form on the website, or DM us on instagram. We would love to hear from you!If you’d like to read the accompanying blog post for this episode, click here!Follow Liz on Instagram @getyourfeetup and find Kelsey@somuchbeautyitcanmakeyoucry.Follow the podcast on Instagram @wherewildwomenwander, on Facebook @wherewildwomenwander, and on Twitter@wherewildwomen.Disclaimer: These are our personal opinions, and we by no means intend to tell you how you should feel or what you should do. Take what you want or need from our podcasts; leave what you don’t.

Campfire Convo: The Rusty Dagger

In this episode, we interview Lindsay Dragon, a dedicated mother and self-taught gardener. She shares how she has built a space in her backyard that serves as a sanctuary for herself. But that's not all, she is continually working on creating a space that allows for sensory learning experiences for her kids, where they can connect with the earth through taste, smell, touch, and more.Lindsay is an avid Pinterest-er and delves into some of her tips for creating outdoors spaces at home on a budget and by yourself. If getting outside is something you want to focus on more, why not start at home? Lindsay's episode is a great listen to gain perspective, learn about our connection with Mother Earth, and learn more about DIYing an outdoors lifestyle. Notes:  Connect with Lindsay on Facebook at Lindsay Dragon and on Pinterest at /ldrago12Follow Liz on Instagram @getyourfeetup and find Kelsey @somuchbeautyitcanmakeyoucry.Follow the podcast on Instagram @wherewildwomenwander, on Facebook @wherewildwomenwander, and on Twitter @wherewildwomen. Our podcast music, Hoedown by Audionautix, is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://audionautix.com/.

003: Lindsay Dragon's Dragon Tales

Campfire Convos are shorts where Liz and Kelsey candidly talk about a topic loosely related to women and the outdoor world. Whether it be talking about the subject of being a woman in the backcountry, a recent book we read, or something fun–like our favorite pieces of gear and why, we try to keep these episodes around 15-20 minutes. These shorts will come out every other Thursday as a buffer between interview episodes with guests, giving you time to catch up on the longer episodes and us time to create more fantastic content!This week’s Campfire Convo is focused on backpacking. If you’re a beginner looking for answers to backpacking’s frequently asked questions, or a regular weekend-warrior looking for tips and tricks you might not have known about, listen in to this Q & A style episode. We each share our experiences, the way we handle situations, and our opinions on how to conduct yourself in the wild. We cover topics from bathroom faux pas to what to look for in the perfect tent site and everything in between.Were all of your questions answered?Let us know! Shoot us an email, fill out the contact form on the website, or DM us on instagram. We would love to hear from you!If you’d like to read the accompanying blog post for this episode, you can listen on our website here.Follow Liz on Instagram @getyourfeetup and find Kelsey @somuchbeautyitcanmakeyoucry.Follow the podcast on Instagram @wherewildwomenwander, on Facebook @wherewildwomenwander, and on Twitter @wherewildwomen.Disclaimer: While we do refer to legitimate studies, these are our personal opinions, and we by no means intend to tell you how you should feel or what you should do. We also do not claim to be solid advice-givers. Take what you want or need from our podcasts; leave what you don’t.

Campfire Convo: Backpacking Q & A

This week we share our interview with Heidi Zeuner, a well-rounded woman who has a lot to share with the world. She tells us the role cycling has played in her life, of the many places she has lived, and the multitude of sports she participates in. More importantly, we delve into how life trauma can inform perspective and how the outdoors is the ultimate healing space. Please note – Heidi gets into some pretty deep topics, like incarceration, addiction, and the death of loved ones. There are also quite a few curse words scattered throughout.Notes: The aunt Heidi mentions owns Hot Tomato Pizza in Fruita, Colorado and the film produced by Patagonia featuring her aunt is called Life of Pie. The organization that “empowers young girls through outdoor adventure” is ElevateHER.Heidi's sister's screenprinting work can be found here. If you’d like to see the difference in Class A, B, and C RV’s, check out this blog.The movies we talk about in the "Just for Funsies" segment are Dawn Wall and Free Solo. If you haven’t already seen them, go check them out! You can watch Dawn Wall’s trailer here (and it is available on Netflix.) You can watch Free Solo’s trailer here. The songs / artists mentioned during "Just for Funsies": Liz's Pick: "Weekend" by UpstateHeidi's Mentions: The Kitchen Dwellers, Greensky Bluegrass, Elephant Revival, The Dead South, Fruition, CabinetKelsey's Mentions: Ira Wolf, Strong Women PlaylistMore Notes: Follow Heidi on Instagram @hazeunerFollow Liz on Instagram @getyourfeetup and find Kelsey @somuchbeautyitcanmakeyoucry.Follow the podcast on Instagram @wherewildwomenwander, on Facebook @wherewildwomenwander, and on Twitter @wherewildwomen. Our podcast music, Hoedown by Audionautix, is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://audionautix.com/.

002: Storytime with Heidi Zeuner

Where Wild Women Wander is a podcast that invites narrative to the lives of everyday women who are inspired by and find their life strongly influenced by the outdoor world.We are a welcoming platform to start conversations, fuel inspiration, expand goals, reveal possibilities, create space, and encourage all women to feel like they are a total badass worthy of their time spent in Mother Nature. We want women to narrate their story so it can be shared, weaved, re-imagined and reworked into the lives of others. We want you to know—whoever you are, however you do it, you are a wild woman.

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