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. Bonus. Your Adventure Era Isn’t Over (What Comes Next After the Challenge)

    1D AGO · BONUS

    Bonus. Your Adventure Era Isn’t Over (What Comes Next After the Challenge)

    The Your Adventure Era Challenge may be ending, but your Adventure Era doesn’t stop here. In this bonus episode, I’m wrapping up our 5-day challenge and talking honestly about the moment you’re probably in right now: You’re feeling inspired. You’re seeing what’s possible. And you’re asking… okay, now what? Inside this episode, we’ll talk about: Why momentum fades for so many women after events like this, and how to keep yours goingWhy I always encourage setting a backpacking goal (even if you see yourself as “just” a day hiker)How backpacking becomes the foundation for confidence, self-trust, and bigger adventuresThe compounding impact that learning outdoor skills has had on my life over the last 12+ yearsWhat it actually takes to turn a “feel-good week” into real action on the trail I’ll also share what’s coming next after the challenge, including: Our Your Adventure Era After Party (Monday, January 19th at 3:30 PM PT)And details about Backpacking Badass enrollment, opening January 19–23 If this week lit something up in you (and you don’t want to lose that spark), this episode is for you. 👉 Join the Backpacking Badass enrollment waitlist: shedreamsofalpine.com/backpack Thanks for being here. Thanks for dreaming with me. And I can’t wait to see what you do next. 💛

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

    3D AGO

    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
  3. 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
  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. 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"...

    37 min
  7. Ep 078. MVP: The PCT Thru-Hike & the Courage to Start New with Marie-Pier Tremblay

    12/10/2025

    Ep 078. MVP: The PCT Thru-Hike & the Courage to Start New with Marie-Pier Tremblay

    Join host Allison Boyle as she dives into an inspiring conversation with Marie Pier Tremblay about the transformative power of adventure and personal reinvention through the lens of hiking the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). Key Points Discussed: What inspired Marie to say YES to hiking the Pacific Crest TrailThe courage to advocate for your big dreamsDiscussions on exploring options like sabbaticals and remote work before quitting your job for a thru-hikeNavigating relationships when taking 6 months off to do a thru hike like the PCTHer remarkable personal growth, connections, and the joy of forming a 'trail family' during the PCT adventurePost-PCT reflections leading to career shiftsMarie’s personal reinvention journey, encompassing explorations in relationships and embracing her true selfThe significance of self-talk, self-trust, and the art of knowing when to persist or change directionAnd SO much more Tune in to hear how Marie’s adventurous leap of faith led to profound life changes and a newfound purpose in guiding others. Where to learn more about Marie: Marie's InstagramMarie's Website Marie's Podcast (Self Growth Nerds) 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.

    1h 9m
  8. Ep 077. What It’s Really Like to Hit the SOS Button: Lessons from a Backcountry Rescue with Meg Atteberry

    11/26/2025

    Ep 077. What It’s Really Like to Hit the SOS Button: Lessons from a Backcountry Rescue with Meg Atteberry

    This week, I’m joined by outdoor writer and long-time mountain adventurer Meg Atteberry for a raw, behind-the-scenes look at what really happens when you have to hit the SOS button in the backcountry. On day six of a seven-day high route in Wyoming’s Wind River Range, Meg and her friend found themselves in a true emergency — an injury miles from any trail, shifting weather, complex alpine terrain, and a 20-hour Search and Rescue operation that forced them to rely on every ounce of their experience, preparation, and mental steadiness. This conversation is honest, gripping, and packed with trail-tested insight. If you’ve ever wondered “How would I actually handle something like this?” — or you want to feel more prepared and self-reliant on your own trips — this episode is a must-listen. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: The exact moment Meg realized they needed Search & RescueHow she made the call early and why that decision matteredWhat the terrain, weather, and rescue logistics were really likeHow they chose a safe camp to overnight during the emergencyThe mental rollercoaster of staying calm when adrenaline crashesWhy preparation beats “toughing it out” every timeThe gear, systems, and decisions that made a real differenceWhat most people don’t understand about wilderness rescuesMeg’s biggest takeaways now that she’s had time to reflect How to Connect with Meg: Connect with Meg Atteberry on Instagram and TikTok @megintheforest Resources Mentioned: YouTube Video: I hit the Garmin InReach SOS Button and here's what I learnedYouTube Video: How I Was Rescued by Helicopter on the Wind River High Route (4k)YouTube Video: I hit the Garmin InReach SOS Button and here's what I learnedYouTube Video: What Happens When You Push the SOS Button on Your Garmin InReach Mini 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...

    1h 20m
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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
    85
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Allison Boyle
  • Show Website
    The Adventurous Reinvention

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