She Goes Beyond

EP 70: She's a passionate hunter, storyteller, and independent woman who's carving out her own path in the outdoors. Through every hunt, every challenge, and every story she shares, she's inspiring more women to step outside their comfort zones, chase adventure, and prove there's no one way to belong in this industry. Today we're talking hunting, social media, personal growth, and the woman behind Huntress Hannah. Please welcome Hannah Stark!Follow Hannah:https://www.instagram.com/huntress_hannahFollow Victoria + She Goes Beyond on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoriafriedgeshttps://www.instagram.com/shegoesbeyondthe8Website: https://beyondthe8.comTimestamps:00:02:28 - Hannah's Intro00:03:25 - What her dad taught her00:04:36 - How she got into hunting00:06:54 - What hunting has taught her00:11:06 - Built on Values not Validation00:16:24 - Women's value to the hunting industry00:23:11 - Underestimated?00:24:02 - Patience + Discipline00:25:17 - Failure in the woods00:29:37 - Strong women in the outdoors00:30:05 - A hunt that tested her mentally00:36:51 - First hunting skill to master00:38:33 - Preparing mentally for a hunt00:39:57 - Solo Merriam Turkey hunt00:45:00 - OnX00:51:02 - Gear she swears by00:52:00 - Rapid Fire Q'sThank you to our sponsor!Taylor & Co- use code SheGoesBeyond15 for a first time purchase and victoria10 for all future purchases!https://taylorandcoapothecary.com

EP 68: What if I told you today's guest can decorate a house, shoot a bow, raise a family, grow a brand, and still make the rest of us wonder where she finds the time? She's built a life that blends motherhood, the outdoors, creativity, and ambition in a way that a lot of women aspire to. But behind the beautiful home projects, hunting content, and social media posts is a real woman navigating the same challenges we all face—balancing family, passion, fitness, and the pursuit of big dreams. Today we're diving into all of it. So grab your coffee and settle in because this is a good one. Welcome to the show, Abby Pendry!Follow Abby:https://www.instagram.com/abbymarienc_Follow Victoria + She Goes Beyond on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoriafriedgeshttps://www.instagram.com/shegoesbeyondthe8Website: https://beyondthe8.comTimestamps:00:01:25 - Introduction by Abby00:05:25 - A day in the life of Abby00:10:25 - Homeschooling00:13:19 - Fitness as a mom00:17:59 - Home decor how-to00:27:30 - Outdoors With Abby Youtube00:31:10 - Prepping for deer season00:43:50 - Growing as an outdoorswoman00:45:30 - Can women do it all?00:50:11 - Rapid fire questionsThank you to our sponsor!Taylor & Co- use code SheGoesBeyond15 for a first time purchase and victoria10 for all future purchases!https://taylorandcoapothecary.com

EP 66: Today’s guest spent years working inside Canada’s federal penitentiary system as a crisis negotiator and mental health nurse, helping people through some of the most intense and traumatic moments imaginable. But after years of carrying the emotional weight of that work, she found herself facing her own battle with PTSD. What ultimately became part of her healing journey wasn’t just traditional therapy — it was fishing. Since then, she’s made it her mission to help have fishing recognized as a legitimate therapeutic tool for mental health disorders, working with government agencies and helping change the conversation around trauma and recovery. Her journey is now even being featured in an upcoming documentary by the National Film Board of Canada. I’m incredibly honored to have this conversation today with Christine Lapeer.Follow Christine:https://www.instagram.com/mindfulfishingFollow Victoria + She Goes Beyond on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoriafriedgeshttps://www.instagram.com/shegoesbeyondthe8Website: https://beyondthe8.comTimestamps:00:01:45 - Introduction by Christine00:04:49 - Working in the Prison00:11:23 - PTSD isn't just from war00:31:03 - Fishing for PTSD00:33:29 - Barriers to her Plan00:38:35 - Success Stories00:42:35 - National Film Board Of Canada Filming her Story00:47:40 - Where you can go for help00:51:00 - Get to Know Christine on a Personal Level, Rapid Fire Q'sThank you to our sponsor!Taylor & Co- use code SheGoesBeyond15 for a first time purchase and victoria10 for all future purchases!https://taylorandcoapothecary.com

EP 62: This isn’t your typical ‘girls weekend’ energy. We’re talking discomfort, connection—and the kind of experiences that actually change you. And today, we’re also getting into a side of the outdoors that not everyone understands… bear hunting with hounds—the strategy behind building a pack, the discipline it takes to run dogs, and the split-second decisions when a bear is treed. I’m sitting down with the woman behind Whiskey Creek Retreats, a brand that’s redefining what it looks like for women to show up in the outdoors—and it all started because a retreat experience of her own changed the trajectory of her life. Chelsea Hansler—let’s get into it.Connect with Chelsea:@chelseahanslerart@whiskeycreekretreatsConnect with Victoria:@shegoesbeyondtheeight

EP 60: Starting a business is hard.Starting a business in the hunting industry? Even harder.Starting a camouflage company as two women in a male-dominated space? We call that grit.Today I’m sitting down with Lori and Mary Caitlyn, the founders behind GreeneCo — a brand built by female hunters, for female hunters, with a focus on gear that actually fits us in and out of the woods.We talk about how the idea for GreeneCo was born, the scrappy early days of launching a camo company, and what it really takes to balance full-time careers, building a business, and still finding time to chase turkeys in the woods.We also get into the stories behind the hunts, the mistakes that made them better hunters, and the gear they rely on when a longbeard finally comes strutting into range.If you love hunting, entrepreneurship, and hearing how women are carving out their own space in the outdoor industry — you’re going to love this conversation. Please welcome Lori and Mary Caitlyn!Connect with the girls:@greenco_officialConnect with Victoria:@shegoesbeyondthe8@victoriafriedges

EP 58: The outdoor industry is changing and it's changing fast- social media has made dog training, hunting, and guiding look easier and more glamorous than ever before. But what people don't always see is the experience, ethics, and responsibility that should come with it .Today I'm joined by the owner of Wild Acre Kennels, a girl who has build her life around dogs, breeding, the outdoors and doing things the RIGHT way. We talk about everything from the truth behind viral dog training videos, to the dangers of unethical breeding, to the rise of inexperienced guides in the hunting industry. We also get into what it's really like being a woman navigating this space- the challenges ,the pressure, any why supporting other women in the outdoors matters more than ever. Please welcome, Raelynn!!Connect with Raelynn:@rskuz00www.wildacrekennels.comConnect with Victoria:@shegoesbeyondthe8@victoriafriedges

EP 56: Some people grow up visiting special places… others step into the responsibility of protecting and leading them. Today’s guest is someone who’s doing exactly that— taking a resort in the middle of nowhere Reindeer Lake and getting it into tip top shape, crushing big fish out on the water as a guide. This girl is nothing short of HILARIOUS, kick ass and full of energy. we basically yelled and laughed this entire episode. She’s a force to be reckon with and I mean it- she spends an hour or more DAILY chopping wood. When I grow up I wanna be just like her… please welcome Emily Head.Connect with Emily:@emmm72Connect with Victoria:@shegoesbeyondthe8@victoriafriedges

EP 54: Ask and you shall receive! Kyle and I had a huge influx of questions and interest about what we were doing on our annual spear fishing trip so we figured we'd use this week to chat about what spear fishing is, our set up and what you need to get started. It's a quick, easy listen with all of our how-tos and must haves! :) ENJOY!Connect with Kyle:@kylefriedges@beyondthe8outdoorsOur Youtube Channel:Beyond the 8Connect with Victoria:@shegoesbeyondthe8@victoriafriedges

EP 52: Today’s episode is for the women who feel most alive with dirt on their boots, wind on their face, and a calling to something bigger than themselves. I’m sitting down with a woman who didn’t just fall in love with the outdoors — she built a movement around it.My guest is the founder of Her Outdoor Journey, a community that has become a home for women who want to learn, grow, challenge themselves, and feel empowered outside — whether that’s in the mountains, the field, the woods, or simply reconnecting with who they are when they step away from the noise.In this episode, we unpack the story behind how Her Outdoor Journey began, the purpose that fueled it, and the moments that made it all worth it. We talk about building a brand rooted in values, creating spaces where women feel capable and confident, and what it really takes to grow something meaningful from the ground up.We also dive into our guest’s podcast, Soul Summit — a space for intentional outdoor storytelling, deep conversations, and grounding perspectives that leave you feeling more connected than when you pressed play.This conversation is honest, thoughtful, and powerful. If you’ve ever felt the pull toward the outdoors, community, or living a life aligned with purpose — this one is for you. Please welcome the woman behind it all, Courtney Prete.Connect with Courtney:@courtney__prete@heroutdoorjourney_@soulsummitpod_Connect with Victoria:@shegoesbeyondthe8@victoriafriedges

Today’s guest doesn’t follow a script — she writes her own. She's a pheasant guide, a free spirit, and an absolute force in wild places. She’s built a life around grit, independence, fire and doing hard things on her own terms. This episode is about confidence, freedom, and what it really takes to live bold and unapologetic. Buckle up — this one’s going to hit. Connect with Reggie:@wildland_gypsyConnect with Victoria:@shegoesbeyondthe8@victoriafriedges

Motherhood didn’t pull today's guest out of the woods—it pushed her deeper into them. She is redefining what motherhood in the outdoors looks like. Refusing to let motherhood slow her down, she’s letting it fuel her. With two girls under two years old, she’s hiking, hunting, and building a thriving business while showing her daughters that the outdoors belongs to them too. We talk about how she makes it happen, scent control, her 2025 archery buck, and what it really looks like to live an entrepreneurial life in the woods and at home. Please welcome, Samantha Nicoletta!connect with Samantha:@samantha.nicolettaconnect with Victoria:@shegoesbeyondthe8@victoriafriedges

Today's guest is someone who can read a dog before the dog even knows what it's about to do... she's a professional trainer, a canine behaviorist, an upland and waterfowl fanatic and honestly? Probably the reason half of the dogs in the midwest have their life together!She has spent years turning chaos into confidence. Taking everyday family dogs and shaping them into steady, focused, powerhouse hunting partners. From first retrieves to breaking stubborn habits to prepping dogs for cold water, cattails, gunfire and more. She's done it all! And she does it with a blend of science-backed behavior work, instinct, patience and that no-nonsense energy that dogs instantly respect.Tune in for the woman behind the whistle, the retrieves, and the iconic Eukanuba-fed dog squad, Sami Strutz!