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July 15, 2025 47 mins

True Nature: Resilience and Healing in the High Sierra.

In today’s episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series, we sit down with Lisa Michelle, an outdoor adventurer and author of "True Nature: Hidden in the High Sierra." 

Join us as Lisa shares the transformation that took her from a life deeply rooted in rodeo and horses to one of solo wilderness adventures across the Sierra Nevada. With warmth and authenticity, Lisa opens up about her journey to reconnect with nature, the lessons learned from going it alone on the trail, and the soulful experiences that shaped her book. So grab your coffee or adult beverage, take a seat by your favorite window (or campfire!), and let’s get started on another Outdoor Adventure.

DISCUSSION

00:00 "Remote California Living"

05:33 "Discussing 'True Nature' Book"

07:02 "Comparing Scars: Horse Riding Risks"

11:25 "Realization Beyond Applause"

14:46 "Solo Adventure Lessons"

18:36 "Embracing Adventure with Age"

21:54 "Navigating Danger and Loss"

26:00 "Nature's Mental Health Benefits"

27:29 Nature's Escape: A Personal Sanctuary

30:46 Mother's Surprising Book Reaction

34:36 "Paddleboarding Reflections"

37:01 Embracing Slow Adventures

40:56 Reader Inspiration Fuels Writer's Joy

45:18 "Discover Nature with Lisa Michelle"

LEARN MORE

To learn more about Lisa's work, visit her website at https://www.lisamichellestories.com/ and visit her on these social sites: 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisamichellestories
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisamichellestories

NEXT STEPS

If you enjoy podcasts devoted to outdoor adventure, find us online at https://outdooradventureseries.com. We welcome likes, comments, and shares.

KEYWORDS

Lisa Michelle, True Nature, Lake Tahoe, Sierra Nevada, High Sierra, Howard Fox, Outdoor Adventure Series, Podcast Interview

#TrueNature #LakeTahoe #SierraNevada #HighSierra #WomenWhoHike #SoloBackpacker #OutdoorAdventureSeries #Podcast #PodcastInterview

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