When the woman who inspired my first foray into international travel says “Clare, we should start a hiking club for women & call it the No. 1 Ladies Hiking Society,” what’s a girl to say? I said yes of course and over 90 people showed up to our first meeting! A year & 367 members later, I find myself starting this blog because this past year has shown me that people really are interested in getting advice on healthier travel and experiencing life to its fullest…from a 36 year old hiking newbie. I would have NEVER thought this in a million years had that first coffee house conversation with Mary never happened. So Mary, I totally blame you for all the future sleepless nights and stiff typing fingers that are about to ensue.
