{"id":10005,"date":"2026-05-19T17:35:13","date_gmt":"2026-05-19T17:35:13","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/wix-post-03b39d5b-e5c5-419c-8566-15481e8f6d73"},"modified":"2026-10-05T16:47:38","modified_gmt":"2026-10-05T16:47:38","slug":"shenandoah-hiking-retreat-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wechoseadventures.com\/?p=10005","title":{"rendered":"Shenandoah Hiking Retreat 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized wix-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wechoseadventures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ef789a_7ae9912db83e46ac8d363a80095a78e5mv2.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.5031315240083507;width:2160px;height:auto\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Love hiking? Obsessed with a good view? Ready for a summer weekend of epic adventures?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This isn\u2019t just a weekend of bucket list hikes and waterfalls (though you\u2019ll get plenty of both). It\u2019s a retreat designed for women who love the outdoors, want to spend time with other adventurous women, and are ready for an unforgettable weekend in the mountains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We\u2019ll hike Shenandoah National Park\u2019s most scenic summer trails, take on bucket list hikes like Old Rag Mountain, chase mountain waterfalls, relax in golden hour light, and spend our evenings around a campfire with a group of women who get it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019ll leave with new memories, new friends, incredible photos, and the kind of weekend that resets your brain in the best way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Want to take it further?<\/strong>&nbsp;Stay for the optional <strong>Content Creator Add-On Day<\/strong>\u2014a bonus 24 hours focused on coaching, photography, reels, editing, and building your skills as a creator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"\/product-page\/2026-shenandoah-adventure-retreat\" target=\"BLANK\" rel=\"noreferrer\"><u>I already know I want it. I&#8217;m ready to book.<\/u><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><br><p><a id=\"8x628140\"><u><span>Who it&#8217;s for.<\/span><\/u><\/p><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><br><p><a id=\"4a5m1532\"><u><span>Trip details.<\/span><\/u><\/p><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><br><p><a id=\"j0yei22012\"><u><span>About me.<\/span><\/u><\/p><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><br><p><a id=\"qmmwj1372\"><u><span>FAQ<\/span><\/u><\/p><br><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized wix-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wechoseadventures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ef789a_030ec96b4e7146d58b438730a882cb39mv2.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.25;width:2160px;height:auto\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Who This Retreat Is For<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This retreat is for you if:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><br><p>You love hiking, waterfalls, overlooks, and being outside all day.<\/p><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><br><p>You\u2019ve had Old Rag Mountain\u00a0on your bucket list.<a href=\"http:\/\/list.You\" target=\"BLANK\" rel=\"noreferrer\"> <\/a><\/p><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><br><p>You\u2019d rather spend a weekend on the trail than sitting around doing the same old thing.<\/p><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><br><p>You\u2019re tired of waiting for someone to go with.<\/p><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><br><p>You want to meet adventurous women and make genuine friendships.<\/p><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><br><p>You\u2019re coming solo and want a welcoming group.<\/p><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><br><p>You want a weekend that feels exciting, active, and memorable.<\/p><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><br><p>You want someone else to plan the details so you can just show up and enjoy it.<\/p><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><br><p>You do <strong>not<\/strong>\u00a0need to know anyone attending.<\/p><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><br><p>You do <strong>not<\/strong>\u00a0need to be an expert hiker BUT you should be able to hike 9 miles with rock scrambling!<\/p><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><br><p>You just need to be up for adventure.<\/p><br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">NOTE: We will be hiking Old Rag on this trip. This is considered a difficult hike, but we&#8217;ll keep the pace steady and moderate (we&#8217;re not doing it for the work out but for the views!). The hike is 9 miles and does have some pretty fun rock scrambling. Half of this hike is a flat fire road, but the other half is a decent climb. The view from the top is absolutely worth it though, one of the best hikes on the East Coast!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized wix-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wechoseadventures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ef789a_3d53173258fc4e40852ec69774fbfbbbmv2.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.4979195561719834;width:2160px;height:auto\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Trip Details<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udccd <strong>Location:<\/strong>&nbsp;Shenandoah National Park, Virginia<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udcc5 <strong>Dates:<\/strong>&nbsp;Friday August 21st- Sunday August 23rd (with optional add-on through August 24th)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83c\udf7d\ufe0f <strong>Food:<\/strong>&nbsp;All meals, snacks, and drinks included (Friday dinner through Sunday breakfast\u2014or through Monday morning for add-on guests)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Cost Breakdown<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udcb5 <strong>Weekend Retreat \u2013 $399 <\/strong><a href=\"\/product-page\/2026-shenandoah-adventure-retreat\" target=\"BLANK\" rel=\"noreferrer\"><u><strong>BOOK HERE<\/strong><\/u><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><br><p>2 nights of camping (group site)<\/p><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><br><p>All meals and snacks<\/p><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><br><p>Guided hikes to Shenandoah\u2019s most scenic trails<\/p><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><br><p>A full photo gallery of your trip (yes, you\u2019ll get amazing pics\u2014even if you\u2019re not a photographer!)<\/p><br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udcf8 <strong>Content Creator Edition (Includes an EXTRA DAY of 1 on 1 workshops and training!)\u2013 $599 <\/strong><a href=\"\/product-page\/creator-edition-2026-shenandoah-retreat\" target=\"BLANK\" rel=\"noreferrer\"><u><strong>BOOK HERE<\/strong><\/u><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Extend your stay Sunday through Monday for a hands-on, small-group content creation experience. Includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><br><p>1:1 content coaching with Jessica<\/p><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><br><p>Shooting time and creative support for reels, video, and brand-style photography<\/p><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><br><p>My Lightroom presets<\/p><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><br><p>My complete Guide to Reels<\/p><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><br><p>My Guide to Becoming a Content Creator<\/p><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><br><p>Additional hike\/photo session + space to plan, shoot, and create<\/p><br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Important Details<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><br><p>We\u2019ll be camping inside Shenandoah National Park at a designated group site<\/p><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><br><p>Tent camping only\u2014each attendee will need to bring their own gear<\/p><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><br><p>Don\u2019t have gear? You can rent a full setup from us for $50<\/p><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><br><p>Not a camper but still love the outdoors? You are welcome to book your own lodging and join us for all activities.<\/p><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><br><p>This retreat is open to women 21+<\/p><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><br><p>Spots are limited to keep the group small, supportive, and focused<\/p><br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized wix-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wechoseadventures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ef789a_94f9823186ee4cab83625df89327d7c4mv2.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.4979195561719834;width:2160px;height:auto\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Meet Your Retreat Leader<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jessica Human is a professional adventure photographer and content creator with over 8 years of experience turning outdoor moments into impactful, scroll-stopping content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">She specializes in adventure photography with a focus on <strong>outdoor products and destination storytelling<\/strong>, and her work has led to paid collaborations with top brands including <strong>L.L. Bean, Outside Magazine, Merrell, Burley<\/strong>, and tourism boards such as <strong>West Virginia Tourism, Travel Texas, Visit Fort Myers, Visit Ithaca<\/strong>, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jessica now gets <strong>paid to travel<\/strong>, producing high-performing content for brands, tourism boards, and outdoor companies. Her photography and videography have been featured in national campaigns, and she consistently teaches others how to create professional-level visuals in real-world, outdoor conditions\u2014often with nothing more than a basic camera and natural light.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">She has been <strong>leading group hikes and adventure trips for 8 years<\/strong>, combining technical instruction with a laid-back, encouraging environment. Her workshops are built around real results: helping women learn how to use their gear with confidence, capture powerful images, and start building careers in photography and content creation\u2014just like she did.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re ready to stop guessing and start learning from someone who&#8217;s built a career doing exactly what you&#8217;re dreaming of\u2014you&#8217;re in the right place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized wix-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wechoseadventures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ef789a_92c68886ff7a4dfbb1373ce67fd45fecmv2.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.5031315240083507;width:2160px;height:auto\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Common Questions<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Do I have to be a content creator or photographer to come? <\/strong>Absolutely not! Most of the women that come on my trips and hikes are just there for the views and a chance to hang out with other awesome women.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What if I\u2019m coming solo? <\/strong>Amazing\u2014most women are! This retreat is designed to help you feel welcomed, inspired, and connected from the moment you arrive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Will there be bathrooms and showers? <\/strong>Yes. We\u2019re camping at an established group site with bathrooms, water, and basic amenities nearby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How much hiking will there be? <\/strong>We\u2019ll be doing one hike per day, the hardest being Old Rag at 9 miles. We&#8217;ll be taking plenty of breaks for photos, snacks, and rest. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Do I have to camp? <\/strong>Actually no. I get it. You don&#8217;t need to love sleeping on the ground to love hiking and the outdoors. You are welcome to book and pay for your own lodging with a comfy bed, Big Meadows Lodge has some amazing rooms. All activities and meals will be at the campground and you will be responsible for transporting yourself to and from your own lodging. Retreat cost will be the same. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ready to Join Us?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;ve been waiting to check Old Rag off your bucket list, explore Shenandoah National&#8217;s parks best waterfalls and swimming holes, or just need a girls weekend\u2014this is it.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Spots are limited so we can keep the group small and meaningful. Whether you&#8217;re coming solo or inviting someone to join you, this is your chance to learn, explore, and create in one of the most beautiful places on the East Coast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83d\udccd Shenandoah National Park <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>August 21-23 (or 24th for our bonus day)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\ud83c\udf9f\ufe0f Weekend Retreat: $399 <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udcf7 <strong>Full Experience with Creator Day: $599<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udc49 <strong>Click below to reserve your spot or get more details.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I can\u2019t wait to hike, explore, and share this experience with you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"\/product-page\/2026-shenandoah-adventure-retreat\" target=\"BLANK\" rel=\"noreferrer\"><u><strong>Shenandoah Adventure Retreat<\/strong><\/u><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">OR<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"\/product-page\/creator-edition-2026-shenandoah-retreat\" target=\"BLANK\" rel=\"noreferrer\"><u><strong>Content Creator Edition<\/strong><\/u><\/a><\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Join our Shenandoah adventure photography retreat for women! 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