WHO KNEW DOING SIMPLE CHORES BRINGS PEACE OF MIND…?!
The place I moved from last June, was affectionately known as “The Magic Box,” as it was literally a giant metal rectangular building with a huge roll top door. It was a lovely and [...]
BACKCOUNTRY DUTIES: CLEANING A PRIVY!
This past week’s hitch was different from my regular 4-day adventures on the Appalachian Trail, in that the first two days were dedicated to cleaning out a remote backcountry privy (an outhouse). This endeavor coincided [...]
I AM ALWAYS SAFE AND PROTECTED…
I frequently ask my guides and guardian angels to keep me safe and protected. This ritual has helped me create more personal trust and less in fear. The intense weather I have experienced in the [...]
IF YOU WANT SOMETHING, JUST ASK FOR IT!
On my last backpacking trip just before I left for Nepal last October, ironically in the Smokies, I had a critical equipment malfunction… the dreaded fatal-boot-blow-out. Thankfully, it was toward the end of the trip, [...]
BACKPACKING FOOD: PREPARING MEALS AS A SACRED PRACTICE
Backpacking as a Sacred Practice: Creating Backpacking Meals as Self-Care Once upon a time, I used to be a hiker who used backpacking as an excuse to eat whatever junk I wanted … candy, [...]
INTRODUCING THE AWAKEN YOUR MAGIC PLAYSHOP!
WildWood Magic presents: The Awaken Your Magic Playshop Are you ready to embrace your highest and best Self in this new year? Are you willing to Awaken Your Magic and live the enchanted [...]
WALKING TO THE TOP OF THE WORLD… MT EVEREST BASE CAMP TREK
Walking to the top of the world…(at least as close as I can get!) (Part I) Ahhh… walking in the magic of the Himalayan mountains… a long-time dream that is now a fresh and extraordinary [...]
40 MAGICAL MILES IN THE UWHARRIE MOUNTAINS!
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, [...]
RELEASING OUR RESISTANCE TO LIFE!
When I am “Walking as a Sacred Practice,” it is my custom to ask for guidance and clarity. I always receive the healing I request, but I know I am there to give the [...]
SO WHAT EXACTLY IS THE MAGIC AND MYSTERY OF PERU?
How do you describe what cannot be conveyed with simple words? I use the expression Magic and Mystery frequently, for to me, it is the ultimate reward of presence. Free from distractions, we can [...]
PERU IS OVERFLOWING WITH MYSTERY AND MAGIC!
Peru is a place lost in time and full of magic and mystery. Wandering down narrow cobblestone streets, past stone structures featuring precisely cut and shaped stones, and gurgling irrigation channels will have you [...]
ARE YOU READY FOR SOME REAL PERUVIAN MAGIC???
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
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 [...]
THE WALKING AS A SACRED PATH WILDERNESS RETREAT WAS A HUGE HIT!!
Combining the Magic of the WildWood and practical skills has been my goal for as long as I can remember. I have created my own version of "Leave No [...]
LET’S TAKE A WALK AND CELEBRATE EARTH DAY, EVERY DAY!
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
WILDERNESS FIRST RESPONDER – TAKE THREE!
Knowing what to do in the backcountry when unexpected situations arise (and how to do it correctly!) is of paramount importance! I have been a certified WILDERNESS FIRST RESPONDER for over five years now. I [...]
THE WALKING AS A SACRED PATH WILDERNESS WEEKEND WAS A HUGE SUCCESS!
The first-ever Walking as a Sacred Path Wilderness Weekend was wildly successful! A heartfelt THANK YOU goes out to the thirteen lovely women that registered and traveled to the Cliffs of the Neuse State [...]
BACK TO AMERICA…
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 [...]
HONORING SACRED SITES…
Packing my backpack to walk the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu has me thinking ahead of how I want to present my being... my essence... to this ancient and mystical place. What kind of energy [...]
LET’S TAKE A WALK!
Come with me on a short walk near the Temple of the Moon in Cusco, Peru... https://youtu.be/G5AYe2NvYSc
SHIFTING FEAR TO LOVE!
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 [...]
SAY YES TO LIFE!
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 [...]
JOIN ME LIVE for the Women Connected in Wisdom Podcast!
Join me LIVE for the Women Connected in Wisdom Podcast on Wednesday, March 17th, at 5 pm EST, where I'll be chatting with Christine & Shannon about my new book WildWood Magic: A Guide to Walking as [...]
BE A PART OF AN AMAZING FIRST-TIME-EVER 7-DAY BACKPACKING RETREAT!
You are cordially invited to a most magical and transformational backpacking adventure…. Backpacking as a Sacred Practice 7-day Retreat Everything you need to know to be an expert backpacker in SEVEN unforgettable days! June 5-June [...]
WILDWOOD MAGIC: A GUIDE TO WALKING AS A SACRED PATH- THE BOOK!
Thank you, John Pritchard, for helping me create an absolutely magical book! Your help and guidance were instrumental in making this dream a reality. I have no doubt that WildWood Magic: A Guide to [...]
WHAT DO APPLE CORES AND POOP HAVE IN COMMON? LNT Principle #3
Welcome to the Leave No Trace video series. Today we are discussing Principle #3: Dispose of Waste Properly (I made TWO videos for you! Enjoy!) You have probably heard the phrase, “Pack it in, [...]
STOMPING THROUGH MUD PUDDLES- LNT Principle #2
In today's video, we focus on the Leave No Trace (LNT) Principle #2: TRAVEL AND CAMP ON DURABLE SURFACES Leave No Trace consists of seven core principles to provide education, knowledge, and awareness of the [...]
ANYTHING CAN BE A SACRED PRACTICE!
ANYTHING CAN BE A SACRED PRACTICE! Some would call only specific spiritual disciplines a Sacred Practice, such as yoga, meditation, or other rituals. But in reality, any activity can become a Sacred Practice. By observing [...]
TRUST IN DIVINE TIMING
Next month, I will be celebrating the tenth anniversary of my thru-hike on the Appalachian Trail. Time is such a funny thing… and it astounds me that it has been ten years! The time [...]