One beautiful winter’s day in 2010, I was day-hiking with a dear friend just a few weeks before leaving for my thru-hike on the Appalachian Trail. Her former career had been as a successful surgeon [...]
I have to be honest. My first two “hitches” (each 4-day stretch on the trail is called a hitch) have been relatively intense. I knew the weather could potentially be brutal in the Smokies… [...]
Martin Luther King Jr.'s compelling dream, eloquently articulated and fueled by a profound commitment to justice, has indeed altered the trajectory of history. His vision, etched in the hearts of millions, was a beacon that [...]
The calendar may have flipped over to January 2024, but I am still savoring the absolute fullness of this past year. I am not quite ready to jump head-first into the newness of all that [...]
I was honored to have eight incredible women accompany me on the trek of a lifetime in the Annapurna region. Everyone did fantastic and an unforgettable adventure was had by all. We began our journey [...]
The reality didn’t hit me fully until I was brushing my teeth after arriving home in an emergency 4-flight, 38-hour travel marathon. As I washed my face, rinsed my mouth out, and took a sip [...]
Incorporating walking as a daily practice brings boundless benefits, contributing to a happier, healthier, and more balanced life. Whether you are taking a leisurely stroll or a brisk power walk, the simplicity of walking reveals [...]
Walking as a Sacred Practice… The Art of Slowing Down My pace quickens as I make my way to the trailhead. And the very moment I step one foot into the forest… whoosh! I am [...]
I held the intention to walk the length of the Foothills Trail, present, and intuitively… choosing a place to camp each night based on how I felt and where I wanted to travel… feeling fully [...]
Are you willing to give yourself permission to relax? The concept of “relaxation,” in these modern productivity-oriented times, has almost come to signify laziness, apathy, or lethargy to some. And although relaxation often implies the [...]
   The Three Rivers Land Trust, the Uwharrie Mountain Trail Club, and many wonderful volunteers make this 4-day backpacking "thruhike" a truly spectacular event! They truly spoil us with cookouts, snacks, cold drinks, [...]
I am delighted to announce the completion of my Leave No Trace Master Educator Course! Since finishing my trainer course several years ago, I have contemplated furthering my Leave No Trace (LNT) education, and I [...]
Guess who is beginning her Leave No Trace Master Educator course this weekend!?! Yes, that would be me… and if you know me well, you know I absolutely LOVE talking about Leave No Trace. In [...]
If you’re a nature lover drawn to the Magic and Mystery of life who is ready to discover new and amazing sacred tools to confidently step into your power, join us for a unique [...]
The Art of Slowing Down People ask me all the time, “What is WildWood Magic?” And although I have at least a thousand things to say about it, the phrase “The Art of Slowing [...]
Combining the Magic of the WildWood and practical skills has been my goal for as long as I can remember. Â I have created my own version of "Leave No [...]
Let's take a Walk... and celebrate Earth Day every day! Here are some of the gorgeous waterfalls at Stone Mountain State Park in Roaring Gap, NC. Enjoy! xoCollin  https://vimeo.com/702686102
On Earth Day (this Friday, April 22nd), many think of groups coming together to clean up trails, pick up trash along the roadside, and participate in a myriad of other environmental service projects. (Yay!! Thank [...]
Oh, Peru! You are so wild and wonderful, how I miss you so! But, as I reflect upon all the truly remarkable experiences, places, and amazing people I met during my time there (just [...]
I don't know about you, but in the past, I rarely looked for an "easier" way to do things. I usually would just charge forward, full steam ahead, into projects, ideas, and sometimes difficult terrain. [...]
Have you ever felt like exercise was a punishment? I don’t mean that precise moment when you’re doing some activity you love, and you get to the really hard part, and you ask yourself, “Why [...]
Ever since I got back from living in India, I have had a “thing” with dogs. Without getting into every terrifying detail, let’s just say, I thought I was going to die from a [...]
I find myself these days particularly searching for positive things that have resulted from the pandemic. I am grateful to report that I have accumulated quite a long list, and now I can add [...]
THREE SELF-LOVE PRACTICES THAT WILL GREATLY ENHANCE YOUR HEALTH AND HAPPINESS!  Why do we need SELF LOVE? It is truly the foundational ingredient for whole health and happiness. And it isn’t just being “nice” [...]
 I am proud of myself for learning the habit of looking for the blessings when things don’t go my way. Does it happen instantly? Well, hell no, is the short answer. Sometimes it takes [...]
Walking as a Sacred Path Wilderness Retreat: The pure beauty of wilderness blended with sacred movement, magical rituals, and personal transformation…  Is your soul calling for a profoundly healing, spiritual experience in nature, in [...]
I went for a walk today. I go for a walk most days, but I missed the past two days. Â I have been walking almost every day for twenty-something years, and I am still capable [...]
Hello, my friends! It has been a while since I wrote an update... Many of you know that my mother, Susie Chambers, passed away on May 13th.  I miss her so much and appreciate who [...]
MANY PAINS IN THE BODY ORIGINATE FROM THE FEET! Even being a daily walker and hiker for decades, I still get annoying little aches and pains. I have a go-to remedy for most minor [...]
Here's a short video of my 40-mile walk in the Wild Woods of the Uwharrie Trail! The weather could not have been better, the trail is in terrific condition, and I met a lot of [...]
