Women’s Hiking + Camping Masterclass
Pro tips for your outdoor adventures
…loved the class, but want more training and support?
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Couch to Campsite
An 8-week hiking and camping prep course to get you out of the house and into the outdoors!
Where do you want to go this year?
Feel the breeze on your skin as you stand atop a pristine granite summit with arms wide open and views in all directions of snow-capped peaks, wooded canyons, and sparkling blue lakes speckled across the landscape.
Listen to the crackle of the campfire in a quiet grove of towering pines, gently swaying in the whispering wind.
Pad your way along a sandy riverside path through the desert, saguaros gently waving hello as you amble past.
Wherever you want to explore this year, what’s a hiking or camping goal you would absolutely love to achieve this year? A goal that feels slightly out of reach, but that you know you could achieve with the right training, support, community, and consistency? A goal that would remind you what you’re capable of and reconnect you to your authentic self?
Early Sign-Up Bonus!
Register for the course by May 20, 2023 to receive:
free 60-minute coaching session with me to establish your goals and create a plan to reach them ($150 value)
free copy of my Pacific Crest Trail guidebook, mailed to your doorstep ($24 value)
sign up with a friend and you’ll each save $100! Use code HIKINGBUDDY
This program is for women who...
…aren’t experienced hikers or campers, but want to be
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…used to hike and/or camp, but haven’t in a while and want to get back into it
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…already hike and/or camp regularly, but want to uplevel to the next adventure, whether that means an overnight backpacking trip or a solo car camping adventure
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…want to boost their confidence and expertise in the outdoor realm, and would love to connect with other like-minded adventurers!
Kim
“The trip with Caroline exceeded my expectations!
She was so helpful and efficient from the very beginning, responding to my endless questions prior to the trip and putting an awesome itinerary together. Her extensive knowledge of the Pacific Northwest region provided a greater understanding of the West Coast culture, and the hike just left me in awe—simply beautiful.
It was an absolute pleasure spending this time with her and I hope for more trips together in future events.”
Lauren
“If you’re nervous about your skill level, don’t be—no matter where you are at you will be supported but also pushed outside of your comfort zone in the most exciting and rewarding way!”
Mallory
“What a blessing to learn from a leader who has a wealth of knowledge and experience in hiking, backpacking, nutrition, and yoga! I highly recommend Caroline as a guide and teacher.”
Robbie
“Caroline is an excellent guide. Her knowledge of the wilderness areas she leads groups to is excellent. Caroline has wonderful leadership abilities and truly makes those in her presence feel safe and at ease, even when doing things outside their comfort zones. I learned a lot about myself and was stretched outside of my comfort zone. I grew and truly accomplished more than I thought I could. Thank you.”
The transformation
TV → Trailhead
Sometimes—often!—the hardest part is just getting out of the house. We’ll work together to shift your mindset away from one of cozy winter comfort to one of an exciting spring and summer blooming with possibilities.
Consternation → Confidence
If it seems like there’s a lot to figure out before embarking on a new adventure, that’s because there is! Where will you go? How will you get there? What should you wear? What if there’s a bear?! The antidote to this overwhelm: a combination of education and strategy that positions you as the expert of your body, your hike, and your adventure overall.
Apathy → Adventure
As someone who has recovered from many her own mental and physical health challenges, I know how tempting it is to just stick with the status quo even when it’s boring or uninspiring. I can promise you that the natural sense of surrender…the moments of wonder, beauty, and awe…the tranquility that awaits you out there under the stars…there’s no better medicine for a broken heart or a brain that just feels kinda “blah.”
What the course includes
Weekly video lessons rotating through the most important topics:
Strategy: where to go, when to go, how to get there, what to wear, what to pack, what to know
Physical prep: exercises to build your strength and flexibility, including yoga, pilates, and more, plus expert nutrition and wellness tips
Psychology: get on your own team and become the adventurer you’ve always wanted to be through guided journal prompts and confidence-boosting activities
3 live calls with Caroline and the other women in the program for Q&A, coaching, and support
Overnight group campout in Leavenworth, WA in August to bond with your new community and make lasting connections with future adventure partners!
Early Sign-Up Bonus!
Register for the course by May 20, 2023 to receive:
free 60-minute coaching session with me to establish your goals and create a plan to reach them ($150 value)
free copy of my Pacific Crest Trail guidebook, mailed to your doorstep ($24 value)
sign up with a friend and you’ll each save $100! Use code HIKINGBUDDY
About your teacher
Nutritionist, tour guide, Pacific Crest Trail hiker and guidebook author Caroline Hinchliff
“I really want to be spending more time outside, but…”
I can’t tell you how often I hear this from new clients and women I meet, and honestly, it excites me! It means that however you finish the sentence is an opportunity for me to support you in overcoming the challenges that stand between you and your desire to be in nature.
Logistical: work, family, schedule, etc.
Physical: injuries, fitness, joint pain, etc.
Psychological: nerves, fear, unfamiliarity, or even unworthiness
I know that the combination of all these factors can be overwhelming, and the idea of going it alone is daunting.
I’m no stranger to hurdles like these. Just a few short months ago, I found myself in the worst shape of my life, physically and mentally. Years of social distancing, a move to a very tiny town, and an unreasonable number of personal challenges had plunged me into a deep depression that depleted my body, mind, and spirit. After emerging from survival mode and getting my basic needs taken care of, I knew exactly what to do—get back outside again and start hiking. In January, I committed to taking 52 hikes this (#52hikechallenge), knowing it would be hard in the shape I was in, but that my body and spirit would thank me. The results? I’m feeling healthier than I have since before the pandemic! I’m 39 and a half, feeling inspired, energetic, and focused…and I owe it all to hiking.
But I get it—I recognize that my skill set, training, and experience make me uniquely able to commit to a challenge like this, and sustain it. I’m an expert hiker with all the knowledge, resources, and tools I could possibly want or need, and not every woman has the same privilege. So trust me when I say I truly enjoy nothing more than sharing all that I’ve learned in my decade of backpacking, hiking, camping, and traveling with you so you can experience the profound transformation I’ve had (and repeatedly continue to have) by spending time in nature.
You can become the adventurer you’ve always wanted to be—just ask the women I’ve coached or taken on guided trips.
Kyle
“My experience with Caroline has gone beyond a weekend in the woods with like minded women; it empowered me to be the adventurer I always wanted to be. After hearing Caroline’s story and being surrounded by other women with stories of their own I uncovered the confidence I was searching for. Since my retreat I have dedicated myself to my goals of adventure and this summer I’ll be backpacking the Oregon section of the PCT. Thank you Caroline!”
Kaitlin
“Caroline was responsive and super friendly right from the start and provided a high level of detail around what to bring—very well organized!
Coming out of a period of chronic illness, this was a huge challenge for me personally, but I'm so glad I did it and it was the perfect kind of self-care. I was so glad I got to connect with awesome strong mountain women while taking in some of the most beautiful landscape I've ever seen. Best unexpected bonus was how amazing the food was!
I am definitely planning to do another trip and would HIGHLY recommend an adventure with Caroline to anyone wanting to get out there who wants a well-planned hiking trip with lots of laughs, great food and massive Pacific Northwest street street cred, PCT style!”
This course is perfect for you if...
…you want to get outside more this summer but aren’t sure you’ll manage to do it without some structure and support
…you’re ready to level up to your next adventure, whether that’s a longer day hike, a road trip to a new campsite, or an overnight backpacking trip
…you want to become a more confident, empowered version of yourself in mind, body, and spirit
…you’d love to join a group of women who are equally excited about hiking and camping, making new connections and friendships for future adventures!
What the course includes
Weekly video lessons rotating through the most important topics:
Strategy: where to go, when to go, how to get there, what to wear, what to pack, what to know
Physical prep: exercises to build your strength and flexibility, including yoga, pilates, and more, plus expert nutrition and wellness tips
Psychology: get on your own team and become the adventurer you’ve always wanted to be through guided journal prompts and confidence-boosting activities
3 live calls with Caroline and the other women in the program for Q&A, coaching, and support
Overnight group campout in Leavenworth, WA in August to bond with your new community and make lasting connections with future adventure partners!
FAQs
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It’s open for registration now and the first lesson debuts on June 1, 2023!
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This is a virtual course with video lessons that you can watch on your own whenever it works for you and your schedule. Expect new lessons every week throughout June and July, along with activities for reflection, planning, and training to complete on your own.
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I’m so glad you asked! I love answering your questions and supporting you in a live format, so yes. I will host 3 live calls (one per month May-July) with all the women in the program. Bring your questions or requests for support and I’ll do my best to make time for everyone. If you can’t make it to the live calls, send your questions in advance and I’ll answer them during the call, which will be recorded so you can watch it later. You’ll also be invited to join the virtual community with all the women in the course, where you can ask questions and make friends.
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It’s designed as an 8-week program with weekly lessons and 3 monthly coaching calls with Caroline. The course begins in June and ends in August. However, it’s self-paced, so you can take as much time as you need. Access to the course never expires.
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Absolutely. The only prerequisite is your desire to hike and/or camp and grow into a more confident adventurer!
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This program includes an overnight campout with Caroline and all the other women! We will be camping in Leavenworth, WA on Sunday, August 6th (waking up in the campsite on Monday, August 7th). More details will be provided upon course registration.
Get in touch
Have a question about the course that wasn’t answered here? Let’s connect!