The Adventurous Reinvention

Allison Boyle
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As a woman, choosing to backpack, hike, and seek outdoor adventure opened up more in my life than I could’ve predicted—on and off the trail. I started The Adventurous Reinvention Podcast to share that energy with other women ready to take the wheel in their own lives and pursue the wild, exciting adventures they see fit. This podcast is for women who crave self-discovery as much as they do the outdoors. Episodes take you on a journey through…Real stories of women who’ve redefined themselves through adventure, Advice to feel confident and prepared on your next hike or backpacking trip, Practical tools for building resilience and tackling life’s obstacles, Behind-the-scenes glimpses of unforgettable trail experiences, Conversations with inspiring women breaking barriers in the outdoor world, and MORE! Wherever you’re starting, you have choices in who you want to be and how you show up in life. The Adventurous Reinvention Podcast is here to support you in taking those next steps! Click "Listen Now" to tune in, get inspired, and maybe even spark your next adventure.

  1. Ep 086. Escalante Route Grand Canyon Day 2 (Trail Series). Side Quests & a Private River Beach Campsite

    1D AGO

    Ep 086. Escalante Route Grand Canyon Day 2 (Trail Series). Side Quests & a Private River Beach Campsite

    Welcome back to the Escalante Route Trail Series—daily trail dispatches from our backpacking trip through the Grand Canyon. Day 2 delivered everything we love about canyon travel: mellow morning miles, ambitious side quests, and terrain that looks impossible until the route reveals itself. We eased out of camp through shaded river walking before climbing up toward Unkar Hill and the ruins, detouring in true Grand Canyon fashion to chase pottery dreams and expansive viewpoints. From there, we tackled long, off-camber traverses and an unrelenting descent back toward the river. And then... reward. We landed at one of the most unexpectedly luxurious campsites imaginable: a private-feeling river beach complete with swimming, sunbathing, yoga, and the sound of rapids in the background. In this episode: Side quests to ruins and canyon overlooksRoute finding across improbable terrainLong traverses and knee-testing descentsSwimming and lounging at a dream river campReflections on luxury, solitude, and desert magic 🎧 Hit play for side quests, classic Grand Canyon route-finding, and one of the best campsites of the entire trip. Where to learn more about Allison: She Dreams of Alpine BlogInstagram @shedreamsofalpine 🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST: This is our signature program where we teach you how to become a safe, confident, and self-sufficient backpacker. It's an online course, coaching program, and community to support you in your journey to becoming a confident backpacker and step into your adventurous identity. Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here: BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLISTTHE ADVENTUROUS REINVENTION EXPERIENCE WAITLISTROCK CLIMBING RETREATS WAITLIST

    26 min
  2. Ep 085. Escalante Route Grand Canyon Day 1 (Trail Series). 5,000 Feet Down & Birthday Cake on the River

    FEB 4

    Ep 085. Escalante Route Grand Canyon Day 1 (Trail Series). 5,000 Feet Down & Birthday Cake on the River

    Welcome to the Escalante Route Trail Series—a special set of episodes recorded on-trail during a backpacking trip deep in the Grand Canyon. In this series, I’m bringing you along day by day as my friends and I hike the Escalante Route, sharing the real-time experiences, trail conversations, and behind-the-scenes moments from camp each night. Day 1 was all about the descent. After a shuttle shuffle and a later-than-ideal start, we dropped nearly 5,000 feet from the rim down to the Colorado River via the Tanner Trail. The miles were straightforward but steep, with barking knees, tired ankles, and a whole lot of anticipation as the canyon opened up below us. We were blessed with cloud cover, cooler-than-expected temps, and an early arrival at camp Tanner Beach where we celebrated birthdays, stood knee-deep in the river, and leaned fully into Type 1 fun. In this episode: A downhill-heavy first day into the Grand CanyonManaging heat, water, and expectationsBirthday cake in the backcountryFirst impressions of canyon scale and desert vibesSettling into camp early and watching the light fade 🎧 Hit play to kick off the Escalante Route with a big descent, good weather luck, and a sandy riverside camp. Where to learn more about Allison: She Dreams of Alpine BlogInstagram @shedreamsofalpine 🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST: This is our signature program where we teach you how to become a safe, confident, and self-sufficient backpacker. It's an online course, coaching program, and community to support you in your journey to becoming a confident backpacker and step into your adventurous identity. Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here: BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLISTTHE ADVENTUROUS REINVENTION EXPERIENCE WAITLISTROCK CLIMBING RETREATS WAITLIST

    24 min
  3. Ep 084. Starting Her Adventure Era After Everything Fell Apart: Sarah’s Journey from Beginner to Backpacking Leader

    JAN 20

    Ep 084. Starting Her Adventure Era After Everything Fell Apart: Sarah’s Journey from Beginner to Backpacking Leader

    In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with Sarah, a Backpacking Badass client whose story perfectly captures what it looks like to step into an Adventure Era after everything changes. Sarah didn’t grow up loving the outdoors. In fact, she openly admits she despised it. But after a major life upheaval, nature became a place of healing, and eventually, a doorway into something much bigger. Since joining the Backpacking Badass Program, Sarah has gone from total beginner to: Leading her very first backpacking trip within monthsBuilding a real adventure community of women she met through the programStepping into leadership on trail — and in her lifeUsing adventure as a catalyst for reinvention, confidence, and self-trust If you’re in a season of rebuilding… If you’re craving adventure but unsure where to start… If you feel the pull toward something bigger, braver, and more alive… This episode is for you. Where to connect with Sarah: @sarahlouiseschmidt 🥾 Ready to Start Your Adventure Era? Enrollment for the Backpacking Badass Program is officially OPEN January 19-23, 2026. Inside the program, you’ll learn how to: Plan backpacking trips you actually feel ready forBuild physical, mental, and emotional trail confidenceMaster essential safety and navigation skillsAnd become a safe, self-sufficient backpacker without waiting on others 👉 Join us at: shedreamsofalpine.com/enroll Whether you’re dreaming about your first backpacking trip, your first solo trip, or your boldest adventure yet... you don’t have to figure it out alone. We’ve got you. Where to learn more about Allison: She Dreams of Alpine BlogInstagram @shedreamsofalpine

    1h 31m
  4. Ep 083. Starting Her Adventure Era in Her 50s: Sherry’s Journey from Beginner to Solo Backpacker

    JAN 14

    Ep 083. Starting Her Adventure Era in Her 50s: Sherry’s Journey from Beginner to Solo Backpacker

    My client Sherry didn’t grow up calling herself “adventurous.” She started backpacking in her mid-50s with borrowed gear, a lot of nerves, and a quiet pull toward doing something more for herself. After her first challenging trips, she realized she didn’t just want more adventure... she wanted to feel calm, capable, and confident doing it. That’s when she found the Backpacking Badass Program, began building real skills, and took her very first solo backpacking trip. Five years later, Sherry has completed solo backpacking trips, section-hiked long trails, trekked in Patagonia, volunteered in remote wilderness settings, and become a mentor to other women starting later in life. In this episode, we talk about what it actually looks like to build confidence over time, and why it’s never too late to start. In this episode, we talk about: Starting backpacking in your 50s (and why it’s not “too late”)How building skills changed Sherry’s confidence on solo tripsThe mindset shifts that made solo backpacking feel saferLearning to trust yourself in both solo and group adventuresWhy small, local adventures can create big momentumLetting your adventure era evolve as your life and priorities change If you’ve ever felt the pull toward adventure... but wondered if you missed your chance, this episode is for you. Where to connect with Sherry: Instagram @sherryj402The 52 Hike Challenge Where to learn more about Allison: She Dreams of Alpine BlogInstagram @shedreamsofalpine 🎉 Register for our FREE 5-DAY CHALLENGE (shedreamsofalpine.com/challenge) - Your Adventure Era Challenge - January 12-16th, 2026 - If you want to go on MORE hiking and backpacking adventures in 2026, in this 5-day challenge, you'll make sure you finally check those trips off your bucket list! ⭐️ Upgrade Option: You can also grab the Challenge All-Access Pass (shedreamsofalpine.com/upgrade) for extended replay access plus exclusive Adventure Era bonus resources. 🥾 Want to join Sherry and a badass community of over 2,000 women as you step into YOUR adventure era? Join the Backpacking Course Waitlist...

    1h 13m
  5. Ep 082. What It Actually Means to Be a Backpacking Badass (and How to Become One in 2026)

    JAN 7

    Ep 082. What It Actually Means to Be a Backpacking Badass (and How to Become One in 2026)

    What does it really mean to be a Backpacking Badass? In this episode, Allison breaks down why being a Backpacking Badass has nothing to do with being fearless, extreme, or summiting at all costs—and everything to do with self-trust, decision-making, and knowing you have your own back on trail and in life. If you’ve ever loved the idea of being “badass” but thought, that’s not me, this episode is for you. In this episode, we cover: Why the word “badass” is worth reclaiming—especially for women in the outdoorsThe difference between being reckless vs. self-trusting on trailWhat a Backpacking Badass is not (and why that definition keeps women stuck)Why your power comes from making decisions, even when failure is possibleHow to start stepping into your Adventure Era in 2026 with intention This episode is a grounded redefinition of what badassery really looks like, and an invitation to step into it for yourself. Ready to take the next step? 🎉 Register for our FREE 5-DAY CHALLENGE (shedreamsofalpine.com/challenge)- Your Adventure Era Challenge - January 12-16th, 2026 - If you want to go on MORE hiking and backpacking adventures in 2026, in this 5-day challenge, you'll make sure you finally check those trips off your bucket list! Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here: BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST (shedreamsofalpine.com/waitlist)THE ADVENTUROUS REINVENTION EXPERIENCE WAITLIST (shedreamsofalpine.com/are)ROCK CLIMBING RETREATS WAITLIST (shedreamsofalpine.com/climb) Want to see some testimonials about the Backpacking Badass Program? Read our student stories here. (shedreamsofalpine.com/stories) Where to learn more about Allison: She Dreams of Alpine Blog (shedreamsofalpine.com)Instagram @shedreamsofalpine

    26 min
  6. Ep 081. My 2026 Adventure Goals (Trips, Training & Intentions)

    12/31/2025

    Ep 081. My 2026 Adventure Goals (Trips, Training & Intentions)

    In this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of how I’m planning my adventures in 2026. From big trips to mini getaways, client adventures, and everyday ways to keep the outdoors part of my life, this episode is all about setting the stage for a year filled with exploration. In this episode, you’ll hear: How I reflect on past adventures to shape my future plansThe exciting client trips and retreats we’ve got lined up for 2026Creative ways I’m integrating adventure into my weekly routinesWhat’s inspiring me to step out of my comfort zone this yearThe BIG adventure goal I’ve set for 2026And how I’m continuing to incorporate adventure with my puppy (Oliver 🐶) into my yearly plan I hope it inspires you to dream big and start crafting your own adventurous vision for 2026. 🎉 Register for our FREE 5-DAY CHALLENGE - Your Adventure Era Challenge - January 12-16th, 2026 - If you want to go on MORE hiking and backpacking adventures in 2026, in this 5-day challenge, you'll make sure you finally check those trips off your bucket list! Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here: BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLISTTHE ADVENTUROUS REINVENTION EXPERIENCE WAITLISTROCK CLIMBING RETREATS WAITLIST Want to see some testimonials about the Backpacking Badass Program? Read our student stories here. Where to learn more about Allison: She Dreams of Alpine BlogInstagram @shedreamsofalpine

    36 min
  7. Ep 080. The Space 2025 Created for Your 2026 Adventure Era

    12/24/2025

    Ep 080. The Space 2025 Created for Your 2026 Adventure Era

    In this reflective end-of-year episode, Allison reframes why so many women experienced 2025 as a season of closure, identity shedding, and quiet endings, and why that space matters. Allison then explores why 2026 is uniquely positioned as a fresh start, a new cycle, and an invitation to step into your next adventurous identity with clarity, courage, and momentum. In this episode, you’ll hear: Why feeling slower or more inward in 2025 doesn’t mean you fell behindHow “ending” years often create the runway for reinventionWhat a true “new beginning” year supports (and what it doesn’t require)Why adventure is one of the most powerful containers for stepping into a new version of yourselfHow to intentionally step into your 2026 Adventure Era, without waiting or outsourcing confidence 🔥 REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN for the Your Adventure Era Challenge (Jan 12–16). Our free Your Adventure Era Challenge is BACK, and this year, we’re going deeper than ever. Inside the challenge, we’ll work on: ✨ Building self-trust and adventurous identity ✨ Learning how to stop waiting and start leading ✨ Finding (and creating) your adventure community ✨ Turning “someday” dreams into real momentum ✨ Plus… a few surprises I’ve never taught before 👀 Register for the free here :👉 shedreamsofalpine.com/challenge And right after Challenge Week, we open enrollment for our New Year cohort of the Backpacking Badass Program, where this kind of transformation becomes your lived reality. 👉 Join the Backpacking Badass Waitlist so you don’t miss a single January update. Where to learn more about Allison: She Dreams of Alpine BlogInstagram @shedreamsofalpine

    23 min
  8. Ep 079. Why Backpacking Might Be the Most Important Goal You Set for 2026

    12/17/2025

    Ep 079. Why Backpacking Might Be the Most Important Goal You Set for 2026

    As we head toward a new year, many of us start thinking about goals, but not all goals are created equal. In this episode, Allison shares 5 powerful reasons backpacking might be one of the most important goals you set for 2026, whether you’re brand new to backpacking or already love spending time on trail. This conversation goes beyond backpacking as a hobby and explores how backpacking can become a tool for reinvention, confidence, aliveness, and building a life that feels deeply lived — especially in a world that’s becoming more digital, automated, and optimized by the day. In this episode, we explore: How backpacking unlocks access to quieter places, deeper wilderness, and new versions of yourselfWhy backpacking creates real experiences that can’t be automated or simulated by AIHow backpacking acts as an identity reset buttonWhy time in the backcountry wakes you back up and reconnects you with presence and alivenessHow backpacking builds the foundational skill stack for bigger, bolder adventures If this episode stirred something in you, consider what kind of year you want 2026 to be... not just productive or optimized, but alive. 🔥 Save the Dates: Your Adventure Era Challenge (Jan 12–16). Our free Your Adventure Era Challenge is coming back, and this year, we’re going deeper than ever. Inside the challenge, we’ll work on: ✨ Building self-trust and adventurous identity ✨ Learning how to stop waiting and start leading ✨ Finding (and creating) your adventure community ✨ Turning “someday” dreams into real momentum ✨ Plus… a few surprises I’ve never taught before 👀 Registration will open at the end of December. And right after Challenge Week, we open enrollment for our New Year cohort of the Backpacking Badass Program, where this kind of transformation becomes your lived reality. 👉 Join the Backpacking Badass Waitlist so you don’t miss a single January update. Important Upcoming Dates: Your Adventure Era Challenge: January 12–16, 2026 (registration opening end of December 2025)Backpacking Badass Program Enrollment: New Year's enrollment opens January 19–23, 2026 Where to learn more about Allison: She Dreams of Alpine BlogInstagram @shedreamsofalpine 🎁 FREE GIFT: Grab the Outdoor Backpacker Starter Kit for FREE here to get started on your journey with backpacking. 🥾 BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLIST: This is our signature program where we teach you how to become a safe, confident, and self-sufficient backpacker. It's an online course, coaching program, and community to support you in your journey to becoming a confident backpacker and step into your adventurous identity. Learn more and join our waitlists for these programs here: BACKPACKING COURSE WAITLISTa href="https://www.shedreamsofalpine.co/adventurous-reinvention-waitlist"...

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As a woman, choosing to backpack, hike, and seek outdoor adventure opened up more in my life than I could’ve predicted—on and off the trail. I started The Adventurous Reinvention Podcast to share that energy with other women ready to take the wheel in their own lives and pursue the wild, exciting adventures they see fit. This podcast is for women who crave self-discovery as much as they do the outdoors. Episodes take you on a journey through…Real stories of women who’ve redefined themselves through adventure, Advice to feel confident and prepared on your next hike or backpacking trip, Practical tools for building resilience and tackling life’s obstacles, Behind-the-scenes glimpses of unforgettable trail experiences, Conversations with inspiring women breaking barriers in the outdoor world, and MORE! Wherever you’re starting, you have choices in who you want to be and how you show up in life. The Adventurous Reinvention Podcast is here to support you in taking those next steps! Click "Listen Now" to tune in, get inspired, and maybe even spark your next adventure.

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  • Creator
    Allison Boyle
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    87
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Allison Boyle
  • Show Website
    The Adventurous Reinvention

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