Backpacking Beyond

01/03/2025

Car Safety!!

Chillier January temperatures are on their way! DY have what you need in case of an emergency? 🚘 ☃️

01/03/2025

Thank You!

On this day (January 3) in 1975, President Gerald Ford signed the Grand Canyon Enlargement Act which expanded Grand Canyon National Park to its current size by recognizing the entire Grand Canyon — from the mouth of the Paria River to the Grand Wash Cliffs — as a natural feature of national significance.

This bill, which was strongly endorsed by Arizona Senator Goldwater, Senator Fannin and Congressman Rhodes, approximately doubled the size of Grand Canyon National Park and also added some 185,000 acres to the Havasupai Indian Reservation.

You can review the bill here:https://www.congress.gov/93/statute/STATUTE-88/STATUTE-88-Pg2089.pdf

NPS photo shows Point Hansbrough at Colorado River Mile 44, within Marble Canyon.

01/03/2025

💭Dreaming of adventure?

🏞️Think towering mountains, serene valleys, cascading rivers, breathtaking waterfalls, granite domes, vibrant wildflowers, and abundant wildlife and don't forget hanging out with like-minded backpackers.

Join us for an epic backpacking trip hitting the John Muir Trail through Yosemite Valley!

👉This trail truly has it all—let’s hit it together.

Sign up is January 21st BUT if you get on the waitlist you get 24-hour early access!!!

Details here - https://backpackingbeyond.com/trips/

With Unladylike Adventures !

01/03/2025

🚨REGISTRATION - JAN 21st

BUT if you sign up for the waitlist you have access a full 24 hours early! Get on it Hikers!!!!

It's almost new year and it's time to take on a new adventure!

We are launching both our Grand Canyon & (*NEW*) Yosemite backpacking trips January 21st but if you're on the waitlist you get access a full 24 hours earlier!

Yosemite valley is STUNNING (pictured below) and you'll get to hike some of the JOHN MUIR TRAIL!

Check out the details here;
https://backpackingbeyond.com/trips/

And be surety join the waitlist for Yosemite or Grand Canyon so you get early access!
Yosemite;
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Grand Canyon;
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01/01/2025

🎊 Happy New Year, everyone!

2024 brought its challenges, but it also shaped me, strengthened me, and prepared me for this exciting new chapter of life in 2025. Here's to a year filled with adventure, growth, and endless possibilities!

May this year shine as brightly as the Northern Lights in your lives. Let’s step into 2025 with hope, gratitude, and unstoppable energy.

📸 So many challenging changes in my life over the past year.

♥️My favorite picture of 2024 shows it was all worth it!

12/31/2024

This!

We all have that friend that drags us on a hike—and it's more to your benefit than you might think. 🥾

If you participate this year, chances are you're getting a lot more out of the experience than quality family time, beautiful vistas, and a breath of fresh air.

Hiking provides a host of mental and physical health advantages unmatched by other forms of exercise. Learn more about why the upsides of hiking are worth climbing for at: https://on.natgeo.com/4gyHGJi

12/28/2024

👋Hey there! I'm Monica, and I'm here to help YOU discover your true potential on the trail and in life!

🥾I don’t just teach you how to backpack in stunning, remote spots (although that’s part of the adventure). What I do best is help you crush fear and kick self-doubt to the curb. 🌟

👉Imagine seeing yourself do something you never thought possible – that moment of pure confidence and joy will carry you far beyond the trail.

We’ll take it one step at a time, and I already know you can do it. Why? Because with the right support, you can achieve anything you set your mind to. Let’s make it happen, together! 🌲💪

Check out what we're doing in 2025.

https://backpackingbeyond.com/trips/

12/28/2024

👋Hey there! I'm Monica, and I'm here to help YOU discover your true potential on the trail and in life!

🥾I don’t just teach you how to backpack in stunning, remote spots (although that’s part of the adventure). What I do best is help you crush fear and kick self-doubt to the curb. 🌟

👉Imagine seeing yourself do something you never thought possible – that moment of pure confidence and joy will carry you far beyond the trail.

We’ll take it one step at a time, and I already know you can do it. Why? Because with the right support, you can achieve anything you set your mind to. Let’s make it happen, together! 🌲💪

Check out what we're doing in 2025.

https://backpackingbeyond.com/trips/

12/28/2024

🌲✨ Let’s Hit the Trail – Backcountry Style! ✨🌲

Guess what, adventurers? The deets for our multiday backpacking trips to Yosemite, the Grand Canyon, and the Superior Hiking Trail just dropped! 🎒🏞️

Here’s the scoop:
🔥 Epic views.
🔥 All the fresh air and nature vibes you can handle.
🔥 Memories you’ll talk about forever.

⏳ Wanna snag a spot?
Here’s the deal: You’ve gotta be on the Waitlist to get the invite for early sign-up. And trust us, these trips sell out faster than you can pitch a tent.

👉 Get on the waitlist NOW so you don’t miss out. Seriously, do it. Future you will thank you.

Let’s make this the year you crush those bucket list adventures. We’ll bring the maps, you bring the stoke! 🗺️🌟

All DETAILS and WAITLISTS here:

We could hike the same trail a hundred times and have a hundred totally different experiences (but luckily, with so many beautiful trails in the world, we don’t need to!). On every adventure, we get to see each hiker step into their true confidence and connect with the trail in genuine and transfo...

12/27/2024

🚨 Ready to hit the trail in 2025?

The wait is over! 🌲🎒 We're dropping all the juicy details for our upcoming backpacking trips tomorrow, and trust us, you won’t want to miss out. From breathtaking views to new adventures, this season is going to be epic. 🏞️✨

Get your boots ready, pack that spirit of adventure, and stay tuned. It's time to make 2025 the year you explore beyond the beaten path! 🌄


Unladylike Adventures

12/25/2024

🎄 Merry Christmas from Backpacking Beyond! 🎒

⛄As we wrap up another incredible year of unforgettable journeys and new adventures, we want to take a moment to thank you for being part of our backpacking family.

🎁Whether you're hiking through snow-capped peaks, or trekking through the wild, we’re thrilled to have been a part of your adventures this year.

👉Here’s to more trails, more memories, and more amazing adventures in the year ahead. 🌟

Wishing you a holiday season filled with joy, peace, and plenty of new horizons. 🌲🛶✨

See you on the trail in 2025!

Warmest regards,
The Backpacking Beyond Team

12/22/2024

👉Ready to explore the Backcountry without the hassle of planning?

💥Let us handle it all!

🥾Our business specializes in organizing seamless backpacking trips, including securing all necessary permits.

👉From transportation and accommodation to route planning and activities, we take care of every detail.

🥾Whether you're a solo adventurer or traveling with a group, we’ll craft your perfect journey.

👋Just pack your bags and go!

Contact us today to start your stress-free adventure!

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📸 Hut to Hut - Sneffles traverse - Ouray, CO

12/08/2024

12/05/2024

📣Trip Alert📣

💥We are headed back to the Superior Hiking Trail in 2025!

👉When: June 19th to 22nd

👉 Registration: Feb 17th

👉Where: Temperance State Park to Cascade State Park

👉Why: Whether you're a beginner or seasoned hiker, our expert guides will lead you through breathtaking landscapes, ensuring you get the most out of every step. With safety, logistics, and all the details taken care of, you can focus on enjoying the journey and connecting with nature. Plus, you'll join a community of like-minded adventurers, making memories and friendships along the way. Sign up on the waitlist to receive all the most up-to-date details today and for a hassle-free, enriching experience in the great outdoors!

Sign up for the waitlist here:👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇

https://backpackingbeyond.com/event/superior-hiking-trail-lutsen-mn/

12/03/2024

🥾I just completed an epic journey across another section of the Grand Canyon.

🏋️This section pushed me in SO many ways. It was truly an adventure in every aspect.

Trip report to come.

📸 Escalante Trail, Grand Canyon

11/24/2024

👉In my opinion if it's in the budget this is a must-have.

☎️Being someone who has had to use the SOS button, not having it seems like I'm unprepared. The investment has such a big payoff.

Along with the fact that your family and friends can check on where you are. And contact you in case of an emergency.

👉For instance on my upcoming trip I will be hiking some sketchy rock slides. I will use my Garmin to check in with family and friends before I start the slide and check in with them after I'm done so they know I made it through safely.

⛑️And I have the security of knowing if something happens to me they know where I am. It's s so worth the money.

😳Oh and one more thing, for 40 bucks a year through Garmin you get $100,000 of rescue insurance. It's a no-brainer.

And like always, leave a map of where you're going along with your itinerary with your family before you leave.

Add peace of mind to any adventure with this compact satellite communicator. Weighing a mere 3.5 oz., it lets you message, send an SOS and share your location. Pair with your phone for maps and more.

09/28/2024

Great night in the BWCA!