


Green Room Outside (GRO)
Backpacking Trips for Women
Something happens when you load up your pack, get outside and start walking down the trail. Your mind & your body start to relax. With each step, the trail reminds us to pay attention, be present & to really notice everything that is around us. And we get 3 days to disengage from the mental chatter &, instead, engage in mindfulness & presence in nature.
"... the trees stir in their leaves and call out, “Stay awhile... It's simple..."
-Mary Oliver When I am Among the Trees
Designed for women, guided by women. We are inspiring, empowering, and supportive to each other. These trips are inclusive of individuals identifying as transgender, non-binary, & gender nonconforming.
CHOOSE YOUR GRO TRIP
We've curated two types of backpacking trips designed to fit various experience and comfort levels. We named them: Immerse & Explore. Immerse is physically less strenuous and a bit more "stop & smell the flowers". Explore is more "giddyup - let's go see what is out there!". Both have a strong mindfulness emphasis - we will prioritize noticing and making ourselves available to the feeling of awe that nature can give us. Immerse & Explore trips take us on the iconic Long Trail & Appalachian Trail in Vermont's Green Mountains. All trips are 2 nights and 3 days, with a maximum of six participants.
IMMERSE TRIPS | stop & smell the flowers
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each stretch of our hike begins with a meditation exercise to support presence on the trail | 'awe-hiking'
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we will have a simple meditation each morning & evening
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coffee/tea & breakfast will be at the edge of beautiful Stratton Pond
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we camp in the same place both nights which allows us to leave our heavy gear at the campsite and have a light pack on Day 2
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total miles: 17 | Day 1 = 4.5, Day 2 = 8 (with light pack), Day 3 = 4.5
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the "immerse" trips are suited for all levels, from the beginner to the advanced
EXPLORE TRIPS | giddyup
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each stretch of our hike begins with a meditation exercise to support presence on the trail | 'awe hiking'
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we will listen to a mindful/nature inspired poem each morning & before bed
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we will sleep at two different camping areas, so will carry our full packs each day
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total miles: 20 | Day 1 = 4.5, Day 2 = 11, Day 3 = 4.5
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the 'explore' trips are suited for the (active-well trained) beginner - advanced
THE GRO EXPERIENCE:

STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
WE'RE HERE TO HELP
We know committing to a backpacking trip takes a leap of faith. Reach out to us with any questions and to help you feel confident that this will be the inspiring experience you're looking for.
Reach us at info@greenroomoutside.com