Outdoor Trips & Adventures

Harley grew up with a love for the outdoors in Cincinnati, OH. They love hiking, camping and looking for cool plants, animals or insects. With a degree in Horticulture from West Virginia University they found a love for the mountains and exploring everything nature has to offer. Since moving to Philadelphia, they plan to go on more outdoor adventures on the east coast and look forward to those wonderful experiences with others. They want to share their passion of plants and nature with people, and believe that the outdoors should be inclusive for all to enjoy, as we are all connected to nature.

With a love for hiking, road trips, and camping, Nik is passionate about exploring the outdoors and helping others gain the skills and confidence to do the same. When she’s not on the trail, Nik works in clinical research and dedicates her time to fostering dogs, giving pups a second chance at a loving home. She shares our belief that outdoor adventures should be inclusive, attainable, and enriching for all.

Jessica G. is a yoga instructor from Ridley Park, Pa. She earned her 200-hour yoga teacher certification from West Chester University in 2022 and expanded her training with a SUP (Stand-Up Paddleboard) Yoga certification in 2024. With a passion for both yoga and the outdoors, Jessica combines these to create a unique and refreshing experience on the water. She looks forward to guiding students in finding balance, strength, and presence—both on the mat and the paddleboard.

As a life long explorer of the outdoors and a former teacher, Anne is always excited to share her love of hiking, camping, and the wonders of nature with others, especially kids! She’s traveled to every state except Alaska and has visited many of our incredible National Parks both growing up and then again with her own family. Discovering backpacking has opened up a new world of adventures for her, and her husband, and they’ve enjoyed incredible multi-day trips throughout Pennsylvania as well as at the Grand Canyon, Cumberland Island, and Cranberry Lake in New York. Anne believes that any time outdoors is a good time whether it be searching for a new favorite trail or enjoying an old familiar one! Anne is a certified Leave No Trace Instructor and Youth Instructor and certified in Wilderness First Aid. She is excited to help show others how easy it can be to get outside and create memorable experiences while protecting and valuing the beauty that surrounds us.

Leo is originally from the mountains of Colorado, but now feels at home exploring the forests and rivers of the Northeast. He has a degree in Environmental Studies, and combines his academic background with plentiful outdoor experiences. An avid backpacker, climber, and swimmer, Leo has spent countless days exploring backcountry trails, scaling summits, and jumping into alpine lakes. He is also a dedicated gardener who enjoys working with and learning from plants. He is committed to sharing his passion for the outdoors and wants to help others discover their own connection to the natural world.

Category: Trips

Exploring Philly Series

Hillwalking in Scotland

Mt. Cammerer via Low Gap Trail