In this episode of Outdoorsy, I sit down with the incredible Emily Sedona—content creator, TikTok sensation, and advocate for making the outdoors approachable for everyone. We talk about her unique journey into the outdoors, her viral rise to TikTok fame, and how she’s redefined what it means to be outdoorsy. From her humble beginnings living out of a car to building a thriving online community, Emily’s story is as inspiring as it is relatable.
We also dive deep into topics like embracing personal style in the outdoors, the challenges of navigating sobriety in a community often centered around alcohol, and the healing power of solo hiking. Emily shares her thoughts on finding belonging, whether through solo adventures or connecting with others. If you’ve ever felt like you didn’t fit the traditional “outdoorsy” mold, this episode is for you!
Timestamps and Chapters
[00:08] Welcome & Introduction
[01:41] Meet Emily Sedona: Who She Is and How She Started
[04:28] Road Trips, TikTok Fame, and Finding Her Voice
[07:25] Getting Started: Gear, Budget, and Making It Work
[09:35] Redefining ‘Outdoorsy’: Embracing a New Identity
[14:07] The Healing Power of Solo Hiking
[19:13] Overcoming Fear: Hiking Alone and Doing It Scared
[22:50] Finding Community: Turning Online Friends into IRL Connections
[27:07] Sobriety in the Outdoors: Navigating Challenges
[34:41] Personal Style in the Outdoors: Dressing However You Want
[41:30] Final Advice: Belonging and Owning Your Outdoorsy Identity
[43:30] What’s Next for Emily: Upcoming Retreats and Adventures
Links
https://www.patreon.com/Outdoorsy
https://linktr.ee/emilysedona
https://www.instagram.com/emilysedona/
https://x.com/emilysedona
https://www.patreon.com/emilysedona
https://www.tiktok.com/@snackqueen666
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVEtsgn05Oo-3l0omF1yd9Q