If you’ve ever thought, “I wonder if you can backpack in Iowa…” or have been looking to get into backpacking and want a non-intimidating introduction, then you’re in the right place! On this trip, you’ll spend the weekend backpacking at Hitchcock Nature Area in western Iowa.

The Ice Age Trail is one of only 11 National Scenic Trails in the United States and the only one that traces the edge of a single geologic event — the last continental glacier. Step into a landscape literally shaped by time as we backpack the South Kettle Moraine Section of Wisconsin’s Ice Age National Scenic Trail.

If you’ve ever thought, “I wonder if you can backpack in Iowa…” or have been looking to get into backpacking and want a non-intimidating introduction, then you’re in the right place! On this trip, you’ll spend the weekend backpacking at Yellow River State Forest in the heart of northeast Iowa.

Arkansas surprises people—and that sense of discovery is at the heart of this wild adventure. Tucked into the rugged beauty of the Ozarks, the Buffalo National River region offers a rare kind of wildness.

The Apostle Islands provide some of the most spectacular scenery in the Midwest — and we’re off to see them. From famous ice caves to iconic paddle trips, the Apostle Islands provide heart-racing adventure for those who venture out. On this trip, you’ll get the experience of a lifetime as we explore the islands by kayak — and the mainland by foot.

Come with us for the ultimate outdoor lover’s adventure in beautiful northern Michigan along the shores of Lake Michigan. On this trip, you’ll experience every wild experience nature has to offer, from hiking hundred foot dunes to riding the Great Lake waves! There’s a reason folks in the know have been flocking to northern Michigan in the summer for generations, and we can’t wait to show you everything the region has to offer, from outstanding water activities to local fruit stands that will blow your socks off!

Come with us as we backpack through the Pictured Rocks, the famous coastline of Lake Superior on Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and one of only three national lakeshores in the country (and the nation’s first!). Known for its fantastic views of Lake Superior and beautiful “painted” sandstone cliffs, Painted Rocks is a haven for nature lovers.

Western South Dakota is home to some of the most rugged, beautiful Midwest landscapes, and this trip gives you a bite of all of them! Embark into the wildness of South Dakota with us as we visit TWO National Park sites in one week!

If you’ve ever thought, “I wonder if you can backpack in Iowa…” or have been looking to get into backpacking and want a non-intimidating introduction, then you’re in the right place! On this trip, you’ll spend the weekend backpacking at Yellow River State Forest in the heart of northeast Iowa.

If you’ve ever thought, “I wonder if you can backpack in Iowa…” or have been looking to get into backpacking and want a non-intimidating introduction, then you’re in the right place! On this trip, you’ll spend the weekend backpacking at Hitchcock Nature Area in western Iowa.

Join Wander Women for an amazing week-long exploration of the incredible red desert of Moab, Utah! This adventure is designed to offer a mix of outdoor exploration, relaxation, and bonding, with plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow wanderers with a stunning backdrop of red cliffs, canyons, and the mighty Colorado River.