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Field notes from the trail.

Long-form writing from our guides. Practice notes, route observations, occasional opinions. No sponsored content; we don't accept guest posts.

Walking Practice

Mindful Hiking: A Working Definition

There is a real difference between walking on a trail and walking with attention on a trail. Elena breaks down what she actually teaches in the first morning of every retreat — and what she does not teach.

February 18, 2025 · Elena Marchetti · 8 min read
Breathwork

Three Breath Techniques We Actually Teach Outdoors

A practical look at the breathwork practices Daniel uses on retreat — and the dozen we don't, including the ones that come with serious physiological caveats. Specific, not mystical.

January 22, 2025 · Daniel Okonkwo · 10 min read
Trail Notes

Why We Cap Groups at Eight

Sage explains the logistics, safety, and group-dynamics reasoning behind our group-size policy — and why we have turned down good money to keep it.

December 14, 2024 · Sage Kawamura · 6 min read

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