Combining their passions, Ale Romei and Susie Brown have curated a collection of authentic Yoga retreat venues that stand out from the rest due to their special energy, design, location and service. As a result they aim to help those in the retreat arena find that special place where they can impart their knowledge and shape positively other people’s lives.
Read MoreWe were roommates during senior year at Middlebury College. Carolyn spent countless hours on her Watson fellowship (which took her around the world!) while I composed the business plan for the Tailwind Jungle Lodge. Carolyn patiently listened as I grappled with my fork in the road—would I head to Wall Street or the jungle? Carolyn’s free-spirit and friendship prompted me to listen to my heart and chase my dream business.
Read More"I was in a motorcycle accident when I was 18 and my whole perspective on life changed. Life is too short to do things or be in a career that you don’t like. We are here to enjoy life! I started following things that lit me up. I went to school and became a certified welder. Later, I moved to North Carolina to be a whitewater rafting guide which led me to Costa Rica where I became a yoga instructor. In Costa Rica, I created my business and the Mindful Habits Academy." Tune into Amanda’s experience and wild wisdom here.
Read MoreSasha has a unique light in her eyes. Though I haven’t seen her in person since she hosted her most recent jungle retreat in February 2020, I can still envision the joy and passion in her eyes. Her smile and “joie de vivre” are pure and contagious.
“The light, love, and teacher in me honors the light, love, and teacher in each of you. Let's flow together,” says Sasha.
YES! I’m definitely in. Lead on Sasha. We need your hope and spark of positive vibes now more than ever. Let’s start with the empowering dancer pose you’re rocking above and continue with your upcoming Yama Yoga retreat at the Tailwind Jungle Lodge this February 2021.
Read MoreAs you blaze your own trail through wild business, do you have the right gear and approach? What are the essentials for survival off the beaten track? Traditional business tools don't suffice. Wildpreneurs may not need a business suit, briefcase or even an office. Wildpreneurship requires considerably different equipment and strategy.
Read MoreSara’s red stilettos caught my eye in the mountains many years ago…(stilettos in the mountains?! exactly). We recently connected as fellow HarperCollins authors. Sara Schulting-Kranz is a force of inspiration, empowerment and fresh perspective. Her new book, Walk Through This, will hit the shelves on Nov. 10th (pre-order now available) and she has just emerged from 3 weeks of wilderness on the John Muir Trail in the Sierras (my favorite backpacking trip EVER!!). Sara is definitely a kindred spirit. Check out her Wildpreneur wisdom here.
Read MoreI first met Vitina as she emerged from an open air jungle shower wrapped in a towel and grinning with delight. She was clearly in her element. Vitina came to the Tailwind Jungle Lodge to host her first yoga retreat. Though she admitted that she was nervous, Vitina was clearly overflowing with excitement, passion and purpose. This girl isn’t afraid to step out of her comfort zone, chase her dreams and empower others to do the same. When I think of a Wildpreneur who has come alive, I think of Vitina in the jungle.
Read MoreToday is my birthday! For this Virgo, September 3 is my personal New Year; a moment to reflect on a year of life. Phew, 36 has been a wild one!!! A baby, book launch/tour, pandemic. I think maybe I've learned a few things...?! I've spent a lot of time pondering the lessons of recent months. Specifically, what can Wildpreneurs learn from the health, economic and social challenges of 2020?
Read MoreAn e-mail popped up in my inbox about 6 months ago. It read: “My partner Lucas is a grad student at Southern Oregon University. I saw the cover of Wildpreneurs on your desk, quickly snagged it and didn’t give it back until I finished…Your book was magic!! You provided stories, insights and question prompts to set my inner compass. I especially loved your short interviews with other self employed folks. BUT! Most of all, I could finally relate to an author who has a robust outdoor background, like I do, who combines wellness, self-employment & soul work.” — Natalie Jackson. This thoughtful message meant so much to me. I’ve been in touch with Natalie ever since. It’s been awesome to watch her germinate, sprout and blossom as a Wildpreneur!
Read More“Entrepreneurship requires massive surrender, trust, and strength. It is a divine journey,” says Megan Taylor Morrison. When Megan isn’t leading dance adventures globally, she is a business coach specializing in supporting Wildpreneurs with holistic success. Megan is eager to support her fellow Wildpreneurs and has some special invitations for you.
Read MoreThere has been plenty of discussion recently about how COVID19 is affecting climate change. Many are working/schooling from home, walking/biking instead of driving and are minimizing international travel. There’s also been a widespread toward living more simply—cooking at home, more budget awareness head led to a reduction in excess materialism, etc. Though these shifts have resulted in a daily drop in carbon emissions, there have also been many setbacks and there is still much work to be done.
Matt Tucker is not only passionate about skiing, snowboarding, mountain bike riding, surfing and kite surfing, he’s also committed to climate advocacy. His mission is to “mobilize millions of climate concerned citizens to build the political will to make 2021 the year that our country commits to rebuilding the economy by transitioning to renewable energy.”
Read MoreThis summer’s adventures on Lake George, NY are fueled by Garuka bars! YUMMY. My nieces are gobbling up these healthy snacks. “I love knowing that the bars we make go on amazing adventures with people all over the world,” says founder Mike Rosenburg. Garuka bars will certainly be a key ingredient to our international life!
I tasted my first Garuka bar several years ago at the end of a long day kayaking in Vermont’s Green Mountains. I nibbled until only crumbs remained. Disappointed that my snack had come to an end, I noticed a Gorilla on the packaging and began to read. I was intrigued! Garuka, in a nutshell is five Vermonters hand making awesomely tasty and healthy energy bars. Wholesome ingredients + raw honey + recyclable packaging + 1% of all profits to mountain gorilla conservation. As a Vermonter myself (born in Newport, VT), I was curious to know more about this unique nourishing snack. Founder Mike Rosenburg happily shared his wild inspiration.
Read More“You’ve gotta check out the hub” friends told me when I first arrived at Lake George a few summers ago. They were right, this place is a must go after apres bike ride in the Adirondacks (NY). The Hub is a cafe, bike repair shop, local crafts, beer/wine bar and ice cream!! What more could you possibly want or need? Here’s some wild inspiration from founder Drew Cappabianca
Read MoreMelissa Goodwin was one of our first guests at the Tailwind Jungle Lodge. I was delighted by our connection and we kept in touch for over a decade! Our paths finally crossed again this January 2020 in Philadelphia where I was a speaker at the American Library Association Convention (ALA). Melissa invited me to go for a hike through Philly and be a guest on her Girl Gotta Hike podcast. I was delighted to explore Philly’s “Rocky steps” with Melissa. Tune into Melissa’s wild inspiration here:
Read MoreWe were chatting apres jungle yoga class and a shimmer caught my eye. “I love your earrings!” I complimented as I admired the unique dangling stones. She grinned radiantly. Later that week, as we said our goodbyes and she prepared to head home to Breckenridge, CO Annie Kerr handed me a pair of turquoise earrings. “You made these?” I marveled. They immediately became one of go-to pieces of jewelry (and have been for years!). I’ve been following Annie and Wild Balance handcrafted jewelry, ever since. It’s been exciting to watch Annie’s business grow and thrive (watch for Wild Balance in Whole Foods!).
Read MoreRidgway, Colorado has become one of my homes away from the jungle. Why did this little mountain oasis capture my heart? One of the big reasons is an airstream trailer parked on the main street—with a menu! Their specialties? Fresh, local and tasty. Eatery66 is one of the unique businesses that sparked my idea for Wildpreneurs. I wrote much of my book in Ridgway, nourished by Eatery66! YUMMY. Tune into the inspiration of Wildpreneurs Katie and Spencer Graves, founders of Eatery66.
Read MoreI discovered Rocky Mountain Wildpreneur Alisa Messeroff through her husband, Mike Messeroff, author of Dogs Get It. Though her photography is what initially caught my eye, Alisa’s wild inspiration goes way beyond the lens. Her wild businesses take a variety of different shapes. I’m particularly intrigued and excited by her latest project, Mindful Business Babes, which she is creating with her sister, Lauren Fonvielle. Thanks for sharing your wildpreneur experience and inspiration Alisa (see below), we’ll be following you!
Read MoreWhen I found out about Mike’s book, Dogs Get It: Advice I learned from my best friend, I knew that I had to tune into his inspiration! He’s 100% right; dogs are incredible teachers.
Read MoreLookin’ good bros! Those are my brothers (Rhett and Jarrod Jacobi) flying through air. Notice their sweet summer duds? Those are the creation of another awesome set of brothers—Shep and Ian Murray, co-founders of Vineyard Vines. There is a bit of a story to tell about these sets of brothers…
Read MoreWe graduated from Middlebury College, Vermont in 2007. We both had wild ideas. My classmate, Peter Hall, headed to the Colorado Rockies. I headed to the Mexican jungle.
Years later, while on a rafting trip on the Colorado, I noticed stand up paddle boards drifting by with names like “Hala Atcha” and “Hala Peño.” I wondered… had Peter brought his dream to life?
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