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Dyana Carmella

Dyana worked as a journalist in the entertainment industry specializing in international on-location production and advances in technology. She's traveled the world for pleasure and work visiting places like Iceland, New Zealand, Australia, Croatia, China, Mexico, Spain, and all over the United States. In 2019 she completed the Pacific Northwest Trail. Then in 2020, she took on the Tahoe Rim Trail with her co-host Jennifer. Dyana aims to promote solo travel as a way to understand more about yourself and the world around you.  At the end of 2022 she will be releasing a book called "A Walk Thru Neverland" which highlights her adventures across the Pacific Northwest. She currently divides her time between Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Big Bear and Palm Springs. 

https://dyanacarmella.com
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Jennifer Mabus

Jennifer Mabus, better known to the hiking community as Starburst, completed the 2,650-mile Pacific Crest Trail in 2018, then followed that up with the Tahoe Rim Trail in 2020. She is a hard lover of the outdoors, wild stories, and pushing your limits. Aside from being an accomplished thru-hiker and world-class messy hair aficionado, Jennifer has traveled the world to places like Iceland, Israel, New Zealand, South Africa, Germany and England. She works as a mechanical engineer in Maryland, where she lives with her husband, Owen and son, Finley.  



https://www.instagram.com/thewhimsicalwoman/?hl=en

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Anthony Porter

Anthony Porter is a four-time American Ninja Warrior competitor turned outdoor educator, known for his engaging and humorous videos on nature conservation, wildlife, survival skills, and science exploration. A certified backpacking guide, rock climber, and archery instructor, Anthony has traveled to 26 countries and brings a wealth of real-world experience to his content. He’s taught people of all ages across the U.S., but his biggest passion is inspiring young kids to connect with the outdoors. His children’s book, My Epic Nature Journal, encourages kids to draw, craft, and discover the world in creative new ways. 


https://www.anthonyporter.com/

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Bella Da Costa

Bella Da Costa, a renowned Canadian trick rider from Alberta, discovered her passion at age five after witnessing the Canadian Finals Rodeo. Inspired by the daring stunts, she pursued trick riding—a blend of acrobatics and horsemanship. Now a multi-time champion, including Canadian Champion Trick Rider and Rodeo Rapid City Champion, Bella wows audiences with high-speed, gravity-defying performances that highlight her athleticism and deep bond with her horses.

https://www.instagram.com/belladacostatrickriding/

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Cam Bostock

Cam Bostock is an Australian adventurer and content creator renowned for his outdoor exploration videos. Based in Western Australia, he shares his journeys through various platforms, including YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and Patreon. Cam has undertaken significant long-distance hikes, such as New Zealand's 1,864 mile (3,000-kilometer) Te Araroa Trail and the 2,672-mile (4,300-kilometer) Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) in the United States. His PCT journey involved creating daily Instagram Reels to document his experiences.

https://www.instagram.com/cambostock/?hl=en

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Greg Mak

Greg Mak is a former deep sea diver for the United States Navy.

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Jacob Lemanski

Jacob Lemanski rode his bicycle 38,000 miles over 999 days, crossing six continents and circling the earth twice. He is currently the creator of Ant Space, which designs unique psychedelic ant farms, and holds the record for the largest ant farm in the world. Jacob is also the host of How to Move the Stars, a podcast that captures his journey cycling around the world.

https://www.antlife.space/story

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Nicole Snell

Nicole Snell is a dynamic, award-winning international speaker, TEDx speaker, facilitator, trainer, author, consultant, and self-defense expert specializing in sexual assault and violence prevention education, gender-based violence prevention, personal safety, and empowerment-based self-defense. She is deeply committed to ending violence in all its forms by educating others with practical self-defense skills and advocating for systemic change. Nicole believes in social justice, equality, and that everyone has the right to move through the world feeling safe, powerful, and confident.

 

https://www.nicolesnell.com/

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Robin Greenfield

Robin Greenfield is a servant of Earth, humanity and the plants and animals we share this home with. He follows an action-based philosophy of life, service and activism. First and foremost, he seeks to be the change he wishes to see in the world through an intentional life design of simple and sustainable living. As a firm believer in equal rights for all – Earth, humans, plants and animals – he has designed equity into his life. 

https://www.robingreenfield.org/

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Scout & Frodo

Scout and Frodo, the trail names of Barney and Sandy Mann, are legendary figures in the long-distance hiking world. Scout is a Triple Crowner and recently completed the 1,200-mile Ice Age Trail at age 73. They’re best known for their incredible generosity as trail angels, having hosted over 8,000 Pacific Crest Trail hikers at their San Diego home. Their support, guidance, and hospitality have made them beloved icons in the hiking community.

https://barneyscoutmann.com/

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Tia Banks

Tia Banks is a multifaceted professional known for her work as a motivational speaker, resilience expert, mountaineer, and mental health advocate. She’s dedicated to helping students and educators build resilience and push through the mental weight of anxiety and depression. But her story doesn’t stop in the classroom — it climbs mountains, literally. Tia has summited some of the world’s tallest volcanoes, using each climb as both a personal challenge and a metaphor for the mental mountains we all face. She’s the author of Mind Over Mountains, a certified resilience coach, and a viral voice on social media where she shares raw, powerful messages about mental strength and growth.

https://www.tiabanks.com/

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