Meet Hiking with Lucinda: Helping People Discover the Wild, One Step at a Time

There is something special that happens when people who share a love of nature come together.

That is why we're excited to introduce you to Lucinda Watkins, the heart behind Hiking with Lucinda, and to celebrate our collaboration this week. Although our businesses are different, we were both built around a shared belief: spending time in nature has the power to change us.

While we create Canadian-made apparel and accessories inspired by our wildlife photography, Lucinda helps people experience the outdoors in a whole new way through guided hikes, backpacking adventures, and memorable experiences in the Canadian Rockies.

More Than Just a Hike

Since 2018, Lucinda has been helping people explore Alberta's beautiful backcountry through guided hiking experiences designed for all levels of ability and experience.

Whether someone is taking their very first hike or dreaming of spending several days in the wilderness, Lucinda creates an environment where people feel welcomed, encouraged, and supported every step of the way.

Her goal isn't simply to get people from point A to point B.

It's to help them build confidence, discover what they're capable of, and experience the joy and healing that come from spending time outdoors.

Making Backpacking Accessible

For many people, backpacking can seem intimidating.

Questions like "What gear do I need?" or "What if I've never done this before?" often prevent people from taking that first step.

That's where Lucinda shines.

Her guided backpacking trips are designed to remove those barriers. All major gear is provided, and participants receive training before the adventure, learning everything from packing a backpack to setting up camp.

This allows guests to focus less on the logistics and more on the incredible experience of being immersed in the beauty of the Rockies.

Whether you're completely new to backpacking or looking to build your outdoor skills, Lucinda makes it approachable and enjoyable.

It's the Little Things

One of the things we love most about Lucinda's adventures is the thought and care she puts into every experience.

From sunrise coffees to beautiful charcuterie lunches enjoyed in the wilderness, she understands that some of the most memorable moments happen when we slow down and simply enjoy where we are.

Those little touches turn a hike into something much more meaningful.

Because spending time in nature isn't just about reaching the destination.

It's about creating memories along the way.

A Shared Love of Nature

At Back to Nature Apparel, we've always believed that connecting with nature helps us appreciate and protect it.

That same love for the outdoors is something we share with Lucinda.

We both believe that nature has the power to inspire, restore, and remind us to slow down and appreciate the beauty around us.

Whether that's through photographing wildlife, creating wearable works of art, or guiding people into the mountains, our hope is the same:

To help others experience the wonder and peace that can only be found outdoors.

Celebrating Our Collaboration

To celebrate our shared passion for nature and adventure, we've teamed up for a special giveaway.

One lucky winner will receive:

🍁 A $75 Back to Nature Apparel gift certificate

🥾 A $75 Hiking with Lucinda gift certificate

That's $150 in prizes and two wonderful ways to enjoy and experience the outdoors.

Whether you're looking for unique Canadian-made products inspired by wildlife or dreaming of your next mountain adventure, we hope this collaboration inspires you to spend more time outside and reconnect with the natural world.

👉Enter the giveaway below before it closes this Saturday! 

https://backtonatureapparel.com/pages/collab-landing-page

About Hiking with Lucinda

Based in Alberta, Hiking with Lucinda offers guided hikes, backpacking adventures, ladies' retreats, and outdoor experiences designed to help people build confidence and reconnect with nature.

From beginners taking their first steps on the trail to experienced hikers seeking new adventures, Lucinda creates welcoming experiences that combine safety, encouragement, and plenty of unforgettable memories.

To learn more about Lucinda and her upcoming adventures, visit:

https://www.coachingwithlucinda.com/upcoming-events

Connecting People to Nature, One Adventure at a Time

While our paths into the outdoors may look different, we're grateful that they have crossed.

Because whether it's through photography, art, or hiking, we believe the wild has a way of changing us.

And that's something worth sharing. We hope you will check out Lucinda's Canadian small business and all the amazing opportunities she has to offer to reconnect with nature.