She Explores

What’s up with the over-the-top uncertainty we sometimes feel when we try something new? We share two women’s stories of trying new things in the outdoors in spite of self-doubt or feeling like they won’t measure up. Women Featured in this Episode: Locke Hughes and Laura Hughes Hosted by Gale Straub In this episode, you'll hear: How Gale sometimes struggles with not feeling "outdoorsy" enough Why Gale felt a bit apprehensive about some new high-altitude activities in Winter Park, Colorado What being outdoorsy in Florida meant to Locke growing up vs. what it means today Why Locke loved mountain biking so much her first time that she decided to move to Utah The benefit of trusting your mountain bike and other lessons that translate to everyday life Why trying new things is rarely as scary as it sounds in your head Why Laura Hughes took the opportunity to take a two week trip rafting and hiking the Alsek River in Alaska How Laura felt before she left Why comparing herself with others makes Laura doubt