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Ep 082. What It Actually Means to Be a Backpacking Badass (and How to Become One in 2026)
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- The Adventurous Reinvention
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- Jan 7, 2026
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- 1552
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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 outdoors The difference between being reckless vs. self-trusting on trail What a Backpacking Badass is not (and why that definition keeps women stuck) Why your power comes from making decisions , even when failure is possible How 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