walking as a sacred path – WildWood Walking

THE POLITE MAGIC OF CROWN SHYNESS🌳

Look up in a maritime forest where live oaks reign, and you might catch one of nature’s most elegant mysteries: crown shyness. There, against the

TWO ROADS DIVERGED IN A WOOD…

Are you familiar with the poem, The Road Not Taken, by Robert Frost? This enchanting poem has always spoken to me. It stirs something within

WHEN THE UNIVERSE DELIVERS PRECISELY WHAT YOU ASKED FOR… YOU SAY YES!

Hey friends, I have big news!! I have officially accepted an Appalachian Trail Ridgerunner position in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park for the 2024

ANOTHER AMAZING ADVENTURE IN THE BOOKS… TREKKING IN THE ENCHANTED LAND OF NEPAL 2023!

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

WALKING IN THE WONDER OF AUTUMN…

There is a delight in every step when you walk in autumn’s wonder… As the world transitions from the warm embrace of summer to the

10+ REASONS TO FALL IN LOVE WITH WALKING!

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

DEER MAGIC IN THE WILDWOOD…

I startled a large deer on the trail today. He didn’t scamper very far away, maybe fifteen feet, and for a few moments, we just

WHEN THE WILD WOMAN ROAMED FREE IN THE FOREST…

When the Wild Woman roamed free in the forest without fear… bold and in her power, she was at peace in her mind and with

HAVE YOU HEARD THE PHRASE “HIKE YOUR OWN HIKE?”

Walking as a Sacred Path… Have you heard the phrase “Hike your own hike?” It is one of those phrases that make a lot of

WALKING AS A SACRED PRACTICE IS A MAGICAL PORTAL

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

MAGIC ON THE FOOTHILLS TRAIL… Walking as a Sacred Path

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

MY FAVORITE PRACTICAL TIPS TO BEGIN WALKING AS A SACRED PRACTICE

MY FAVORITE PRACTICAL TIPS TO BEGIN WALKING AS A SACRED PRACTICE Set an intention for yourself. It all begins with a purpose. Have realistic

MAGIC IN THE SMOKY MOUNTAINS!

There is something so magical about walking through the Great Smoky Mountains in early Spring… The crisp, clear streams, endless views, amazing wildflower displays, dark

WALKING AS A SACRED PATH ONE-DAY WILDERNESS RETREAT (NORTH GA)

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WHAT TYPE OF WALKER ARE YOU?

No matter what type of walk you lace up your shoes and step out the door to take, it is the energy and intention that

A STROLL THROUGH CUMBERLAND ISLAND, GA…

Cumberland Island, Georgia, is a barrier island off the coast of southern Georgia. It is home to a herd of wild horses, armadillos, bobcats, coyotes,

CAN YOU FEEL IT IN YOUR BODY WHEN WEATHER IS APPROACHING?

Can you tell in your joints when the weather changes? Do you get achy knees or shoulders when storms are approaching? This is due to

THE MAGICAL CURE FOR SEASONAL “MULLIGRUBS!”

Do you ever get the “mulligrubs” on the gray, dismal days of late fall and winter? This was a word my grandmother used to say.

THINGS I INADVERTENTLY LEARNED WHILE ASCENDING TO 17,598′ IN ELEVATION…

(Mount Everest Base Camp Trek: Part II) Things I inadvertently learned while ascending to 17,598′ in elevation… Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) It took

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…

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

MUSINGS FROM RAMBLES IN THE WILDWOOD…

Today is the second time in a row that I have seen bears on my walk. Today, I stood there… in complete awe… watching the

YAY! I AM OFFICIALLY A LEAVE NO TRACE MASTER EDUCATOR!

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

RELEASING OUR RESISTANCE TO LIFE!

PERU IS OVERFLOWING WITH MYSTERY AND MAGIC!

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ARE YOU READY FOR SOME REAL PERUVIAN MAGIC???

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