What an amazing time in nature with an awesome group of sober, like-minded women. I have always loved nature and have always wanted to go on a backpacking trip. I'm so glad I pushed myself out of my comfort zone to go on this trip with a group of women who I had never met before.

Laura did an amazing job organizing everything and making it such a fun and smooth process. I signed up because I was longing for a community with like-minded women who have also decided to remove alcohol from their life, and that is exactly what I got.

Stepping away from everyday life and immersing ourselves in nature and having deep conversations around our sobriety stories and what we have been through was so enriching and fulfilling.

Thank you Laura for putting together and hosting these amazing trips! I hope to go on another one this year. Highly, highly recommend!

This was my second YSP Adventures Retreat and Laura blew it out of the park, once again!

This retreat in particular, is very special. Because, not only do you get to experience community/connection with like-minded women who are on a similar journey, you ALSO get to learn how to be a self-sufficient BADASS in the great outdoors!

We learned how to precisely pack all of the gear/food we would need into a single backpack, that would basically act as our house/lifeline for the next few days/nights. We learned how to filter water from nearby water sources and LNT (leave no trace) best practices, to keep our carbon footprint light. And soo much more- no spoiler alerts here!

The connections I’ve made with this special group of women will live with me forever. SO grateful!!

I was super nervous about this one (could my body handle it, could my MIND handle it LOL?!) - and honestly felt so much relief when we were finally all together, giggling in the woods.

The guides were so passionate about backpacking, it was easy to feel comfortable. The course provided a great foundation of skills - it's so overwhelming to try to figure out best practices and best gear just by googling.

Being in the elements, with very funny and amazing and cool experts, took all of that pressure away and I feel like I can really do this! I felt safe. I feel prepared. And I'm so sad the weekend is already over. Once again, gathering with a group of super cool strangers, sharing our hearts and fears and triumphs was one of the best parts of the weekend (and we did it all under the stars, between big trees).

I left the woods feeling super empowered, inspired, and like I can conquer things I am anxious about. Can't wait for my next adventure and to put into practice all that I learned and experienced. Huge and heartfelt thanks to Laura for building an incredible community of women - these experiences, and these people, are absolutely a major highlight of my time on this planet so far.

Such an incredible experience. The adventure and the community Laura organized was above and beyond my hopes. All nerves were calmed the moment we met along with the other woman and the experience just got better and better. We had everything we needed, it was such an enriching experience and I’m so grateful I took the leap and did it! Don’t hesitate, you won’t regret it!