Where do you go to reconnect with yourself when the world as you know it feels unrecognizable? For my guest, Noelle Bonhomme, the answer was out in nature.
After two decades in Hollywood as a commercial actress, model, and a successful children’s party planner, Noelle’s world unraveled — a heartbreaking series of events including the loss of her mother, a divorce, and a miscarriage sent her into a deep depression.
But instead of staying there, one trail at a time, she began reconnecting with herself, her strength, and a purpose bigger than she’d ever imagined.
Now a certified Wilderness First Responder and founder of The Hiker Babe, Noelle leads women into nature to help them feel safe, strong, and sovereign in the outdoors. She’s hiked in over 30 countries, built a thriving platform, and is living proof that it’s never too late to come home to yourself — or start a wildly new chapter.
This conversation is filled with reminders that healing is rarely linear, but it’s always possible.
What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
- How loss and grief cracked Noelle wide open — and how nature helped her rebuild
- Why hiking became a pathway to purpose, peace, and a brand-new business
- How she created The Hiker Babe and why she’s obsessed with teaching women to feel safe and confident in the outdoors
- Her favorite nature spots, and survival show dreams
- The side hustles (including pet sitting!) that supported her while building a new life
- What she’d tell anyone in the thick of change or heartbreak
Why You’ll Love This Episode:
This isn’t just about hiking. It’s about healing. It’s about following what brings you back to yourself when everything else falls apart. If you’re navigating loss, change, or a creative identity shift — Noelle’s story will meet you right where you are and walk with you to the other side.
Time Stamps:
0:00 Discovering the Outdoors: A Personal Journey
02:03 Finding Yourself in Times of Uncertainty
06:43 Noelle's Journey: From LA to the Wilderness
09:10 Healing Through Nature and Entrepreneurship
16:30 The Pandemic Pivot: Moving to Mount Shasta
21:53 Creating The Hiker Babe: Empowering Women Outdoors
29:00 Practical Tips and Future Plans
31:44 Conclusion and Farewell
Connect with Noelle:
Website: www.TheHikerBabe.com
Instagram: @The.Hiker.Babe
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