Wanda and I (pt 1)
About this episode
In Part 1 of an inspiring conversation, Jason Lominac talks with Wanda about her journey into hiking and backpacking, emphasizing resilience and personal growth.
Message From Wanda: Don’t let age, fear, or physical limitations decide what you’re capable of. Start where you are, use what you have, and take the next step. You may be surprised by how much stronger you are than you think. The trail is waiting. Episode Description: In Part 1 of this inspiring conversation, I sit down with Wanda to talk about where her love for hiking and backpacking began and how a simple step onto the trail grew into a lifelong passion. As a father of a young woman, episodes like this mean a lot to me. I want my daughter, and everyone listening, to hear from women who lead by example, embrace challenges, step outside their comfort zones, and show what's possible through determination and resilience. Wanda is exactly that kind of person. We dive into her early experiences on trail, the lessons she learned the hard way, the fears and excitement of her first overnight backpacking trip, and the moment hiking truly became part of who she is. We also talk about how her approach to the outdoors has evolved over the years, from pacing and preparation to building confidence and finding joy in every mile. Whether you're a seasoned backpacker or someone who's been…
People in this episode
Host: Jason Lominac
Guest: Wanda
Topics covered
- hiking
- backpacking
- inspiration
- personal growth
- women in outdoors
Keywords
- hiking
- backpacking
- inspiration
- confidence
- outdoors
- personal journey
- women empowerment
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