Inside Weekday Adventures: Full-Time Baja Life, YouTube, and Remote Travel 01) Before we jump into the main questions, could you start by telling our readers a bit about yourselves? Who are Weekday Adventures?We’re Meagan and James—nature lovers born and raised in the Southwest. In 2022, we turned our passion for outdoor adventures and remote camping …
How Everything Was Born from Stubbornness, Passion, and a Love of the Outdoors I’m so excited to share that I was recently featured in Bold Journey, where I got to open up about the real story behind Miles and Hikes—how it all started, the mindset that carried me through, and why I believe it’s never …
June 16, 2025Miles and Hikes, an outdoor lifestyle brand dedicated to empowering women over 40, is thrilled to announce the launch of its Digital Guides Store for Outdoors Women! The store features a growing collection of downloadable PDF guides designed to help women camp, road trip, and explore solo with confidence, health, and ease. Whether …
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Creepy Encounters Don’t Have to Ruin Your Plans! Facing Creepy Encounters? Trust Your Gut Early and Often Let’s be honest—being a woman camping or hiking solo can be empowering, freeing, and healing… but it also means tuning into our female instincts and gut feeling, even more so than usual! At Miles and Hikes we have …
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Solo Camping for Women: I’m Now a Contributor to Camping for Women! Solo camping for women isn’t just about pitching a tent — it’s about building independence, resilience, and confidence. If you’re new to camping or a seasoned road tripper, solo time in nature can be an incredible source of personal growth. For me, it …
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01) What inspired you to start the diane Schmiane YouTube channel? How did you come up with its name?My first channel I started in 2006 because I was YT curious, but didn’t get serious about it until 2018 when I was going on a 30 day backpack trip in the Sierra Nevada and wanted to …
Miles and Hikes Now in English and Spanish! Big news from the Miles and Hikes channel! We’re thrilled to announce that all future videos will now be released in two fully dubbed versions: English and Spanish. That’s right—whether you’re road-tripping through California or planning your next hike in Baja, you can now enjoy our bilingual …
DISCLAIMER: NOT a sponsored or gifted item. I personally purchased and tested it, which is why I recommend it. My Jackery Explorer 1000 Review: My Favorite Power Station for Remote Camping There’s a big difference between camping off-grid and camping unprepared. When I first started solo camping in remote spots across California, and especially Baja …
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Roadtrip Planner – Guide To Travel Smart, Spend Wisely No matter how you travel—sleeping under the stars, boondocking in the backcountry, or checking into cozy roadside inns—every road trip runs smoother with a clear budget. This Roadtrip Planner Help Guide is an example to help you map out expenses, avoid financial surprises, and making the …
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Essential Hike Packing List for Every Adventure Hike Packing List Must-Have Gear and Tips for a Safe and Comfortable Day Hike Why do you need a hike packing list? There’s nothing like the thrill of hitting the trail—fresh air, beautiful views, and that feeling of freedom only nature can deliver. But let’s be real: one …
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