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By Katy Smith

Have you ever finished a hike feeling clear, energized, and full of intention?Intentional Adventures is a wellness adventure company; I guide women to find their intention through challenging outdoor experiences. While trekking 5 days through State Forest State Park, we practice daily yoga, breathing exercises, mindfulness and meditation. We prepare and enjoy delicious and nourishing meals, sharing and connecting as a team. These powered-by-women trips inspire us to find stillness, expand our practice, and build confidence. Transportation from Fort Collins and all backpacking gear is provided, except your personal backpack, clothing, and footwear. Dates: June 25-29, July 4-8, July 14-18, July 23-27, July 31-Aug4, Aug 8-12

To prepare for hiking season, I lead twice-weekly group fitness hikes on local natural area trails. Each hike comes with a suggested weight to be carried and designated pace, an energizing warm-up, trail etiquette/ethics lessons, intention-setting, mindfulness exercises, and a reflection/silent hike; this is more than a leisurely hike. Dates: Every Tuesday and Friday until mid-May, times and locations TBD

To expand awareness and readiness, I share my wellness and backcountry expertise in seminars around Fort Collins. Backpacking Basics is a class for anyone interested in learning more about being fully prepared for day hiking or multi-day trekking. Happy Healthy Hiker is a class for a seasoned day-hiker or multi-day trekker who is interested in taking their adventure to a place of wellness. Eating Clean in the Dirt is a great class for anyone who wants to improve how they eat on adventures. Dates: Backpacking Basics-April 11th @ 3:00 at Snack Attack, Happy Healthy Hiker-April 16th @ 5:30 at Raintree Athletic Club, Eating Clean in the Dirt- April 30th @ 5:30 at Raintree Athletic Club and May 7th @ 6:00 at JAX