Story Hour
by Uncharted Nature
What is
Story Hour?
The Sober Outdoors Story Hour showcases speakers sharing how the outdoors has transformed their sobriety and personal growth.
From scaling mountains to finding peace on the trails, their stories reveal the power of nature to inspire resilience, mindfulness, and healing. It’s a space to connect, learn, and celebrate the journey of recovery through the outdoors.
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Experience the Story Hour, where you'll hear inspiring stories about the transformative power of sobriety and nature. Listen as speakers share how outdoor adventures have shaped their recovery and personal growth. It’s a unique opportunity to connect, reflect, and be inspired by real journeys of resilience and healing.
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Join the Story Hour, happening every other Thursday at 7:00 PM, starting January 2, 2025.
Each session features a guest speaker—either a member of our Community, an outdoor professional, or an experienced adventurer—sharing their story about the connection between sobriety and the outdoors.
After the story, we invite you to join a 15-30 minute Q&A and discussion, where questions, comments, and reflections are highly encouraged.
To participate, you’ll need to sign up for each event, as the video link will be sent out on the day of the session. You will need to be a Community Member to sign up. Don’t worry, Community Membership is free for life. Guranteed.
Don’t miss this chance to connect, engage, and be inspired!
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Interested in becoming a speaker for our Story Hour? We’d love to hear your story! Just email us at contact@soberoutdoors.org with your info and a brief spotlight about yourself, and we’ll get back to you to set up your event.
Share your journey and inspire our Community!
Story Hour by Uncharted Nature
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Stevie Marie
January 2, 2025 at 7:00 PM MST
Stevie’s journey began in the darkest place. After years of battling addiction and feeling lost, she found recovery in the mountains.
Hiking and backpacking helped her rebuild herself, her confidence, and her belief that she was worth fighting for.
Today, Stevie runs a global coaching business helping women get strong, build confidence, and live bold, adventurous lives. She believes that no matter how many years you’ve spent in the dark, you can still create something beautiful on the other side.
“It’s never too late to fight for a new beginning.”
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Jason Kaylor
January 16, 2025 at 7:00PM
My name is Jason Kaylor, I got clean in Durango, Co circa 2008 though my recovery journey began well before that as many do. I learned integrity and self care working in the back country of the Weminuche on the Durango and SIlverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. I worked there to fulfill the choices that saved my life by serving out a 3 year probation sentence for 2 offenses of impaired driving.
I became a professional wilderness guide in 2011 and never looked back; working in therapeutic and civilian populations in the Southwestern United States as well as South America and the Caribbean.
I enjoy outdoor recreation, playin/creating music, meditation and anything that ignites a good vibe. My main goal in life is to inspire positive intentions that care for both humanity and the planet.
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Seamus Cronin
January 30, 2025 at 7:00PM
Connecting with nature is an indispensable companion on my journey, providing solace, clarity, and renewal.
The vast landscapes and serene beauty of the outdoors have an extraordinary ability to ground us, reminding us of life’s simplicity and resilience.
My story is just that. I feel there is a rhythm that is heard brightly while exploring the unknown and it reminds me of how small I am. But when time drums up an opportunity to share my experience- I’ll cue the symphony of words to start. After all, aren’t we all waltzing to the rhythm of life?
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Kayci Ann
February 13, 2025
My journey of recovery from addiction has been shaped by discovering the power of the outdoors, self-love, and authenticity. Embracing the outdoors became my sanctuary—I’ve found healing on hiking trails, under starry skies, and even on my motorcycle rides. Each adventure has helped me reconnect with myself and rediscover joy in the simplest moments. Recovery taught me to see my worth, and now I’m passionate about helping others do the same. I believe nature has a way of showing us just how strong and beautiful we are, even when life feels overwhelming. -
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Tara Suppes
February 27th, 2025 at 7:00PM MST
My journey to sobriety started 4 years ago while on a 194-day road trip throughout 17 states. It was a trip of transitions, of facing hard truths about myself. I found strength and resilience when I thought I was tapped out, and persevered through the unknown while trying to figure out who sober me was. The one constant on the trip was the solace and clarity I found while hiking and exploring in the outdoors.
Once home, I continued to build my knowledge of the outdoors, help others, and find community through volunteerism with search and rescue.
I wouldn’t have been able to tap into these opportunities without sobriety and I’m stoked to share, to listen, and hopefully to inspire others who may be looking to transition into a sober lifestyle."
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Lyla "Sugar" Harrod
March 6, 2025 at 7:00 PM MST
Join us for an inspiring Sober Outdoors Story Hour featuring Lyla “Sugar” Harrod, a sober, queer transgender woman who has carved her path in both the hiking world and the fight for equality. With over 13,000 miles of long-distance hiking experience, Lyla is not only an accomplished adventurer but also a trailblazer in every sense of the word.
Lyla made history as the first transgender woman to complete the Triple Crown of long-distance hiking, a remarkable achievement that speaks to her resilience and determination. She has also set Fastest Known Times (FKTs), including the women’s unsupported FKT of New Hampshire’s 48 4,000-footers.
Beyond her hiking accomplishments, Lyla is a dedicated advocate for trans rights and the founder of Trail QTs, a mentoring program that supports queer and transgender first-time thru-hikers. Her efforts within the hiking community and beyond continue to break barriers and create a more inclusive outdoor space for everyone.
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Lori MacGregor
March 20, 2025
In the mountains of Los Angeles, Lori found a sanctuary that changed her life. Hiking gave her something to look forward to, a way to connect with herself and the world around her, and a sense of pride she never experienced while drinking. The awe of nature and a like-minded community inspired her to embrace sobriety as a path to freedom, not restriction. -
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Alex Miller
April 3, 2025 at 7:00 PM MST
Hey! I’m Alex, a 7 year sober adventure enthusiast!
I first connected with the outdoors when I had around 2 years sober in search of something deeper. At the time I didn’t really know who I was or what I was looking for but the great outdoors smacked me in the face with a spiritual experience that I couldn’t deny!
Ever since I have been traveling around, photographing (@presentmomentphotographs), and sharing my passion for the healing power of the outdoors!
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Chris Johnson
April 17, 2025 at 7:00PM MST
Chris Johnson is a South Dakota native with a heart as big as the mountains he loves. He’s journeyed across Colorado, Iowa, Oregon, and now calls Illinois home, but his true home is anywhere the outdoors calls. With 7 years of sobriety, Chris is living proof of the life-changing power of treatment and the 12 Steps through AA.
From childhood days spent golfing, playing hockey, hunting, and fishing, to discovering his adult passions for cycling, skiing, and snowboarding, Chris has always thrived in the wild. His love for the mountains and outdoor adventures runs deep, fueling his spirit and sense of purpose.
Today, Chris doesn’t just live sober—he lives fully. Driven by a desire to give back, he’s dedicated to helping others find freedom and joy in their own recovery journey. Whether on a bike, a board, or simply sharing his story, Chris is all in—showing what’s possible when you embrace life with clarity, purpose, and a love for the journey.
Trail to Triumph: How Stevie Marie Turned Mountains into Miracles
Feeling stuck? Searching for hope? Ready to be inspired?
This isn’t just a Story Hour—it’s a life-changing evening with Stevie Marie (@stevieewander), a trailblazer who transformed her darkest struggles into a life filled with strength, adventure, and purpose.
Story Hour with Jason Kaylor: Integrity, Recovery, and Finding Purpose in the Backcountry
Join us for an unforgettable evening with Jason Kaylor as he shares his transformative journey of recovery and the backcountry adventures that reshaped his life. Jason’s story began in Durango, CO, where he got clean in 2008, serving out a probation sentence by working in the rugged Weminuche wilderness on the Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad.
Story Hour with Seamus Cronin: An Evening of Recovery, Resilience, and the Rhythms of the Backcountry
The vast landscapes and serene beauty of the outdoors have an extraordinary ability to ground us, reminding us of life’s simplicity and resilience. There is a rhythm that is heard brightly while exploring the unknown, and it reminds me of how small I am. But when time drums up an opportunity to share my experience—I’ll cue the symphony of words to start. After all, aren’t we all waltzing to the rhythm of life?
Kayci Ann: Rediscovering Strength: How Nature and Self-Love Transformed My Recovery
Through hiking trails, quiet nights under the stars, and even the freedom of motorcycle rides along open roads, Kayci reconnected with herself in ways she never imagined. Nature provided clarity, strength, and the opportunity to rediscover joy in life’s simplest yet most profound moments. It also taught her the value of self-love and authenticity, giving her the courage to embrace her worth and step into a life of purpose.
Tara Suppes Story Hour: 194 Days, 17 States, and Finding Myself - A Journey to Sobriety and the Outdoors
Tara’s journey to sobriety didn’t begin in a meeting room—it began on the open road. Over 194 days and across 17 states, she embarked on a road trip that became so much more than an adventure—it was a pilgrimage of transition, resilience, and self-discovery. Facing hard truths, overcoming limits she thought she’d hit, and navigating the unknown, Tara used that time to figure out one critical question: Who was she as a sober person?
Trailblazing Sobriety: Lori MacGregor’s Journey to Pride and Purpose
In the mountains of Los Angeles, Lori found a sanctuary that changed her life. Hiking gave her a reason to get out of bed, a way to connect with herself and the world around her, and a sense of pride she never experienced while drinking. The awe of nature helped her replace shame with strength and inspired her to embrace sobriety as a path to freedom, not restriction.
Chris Johnson Story Hour: From Survival to Thriving - Rediscovering Life Through Sobriety and the Outdoors
Chris has spent his life immersed in the wild—growing up with skates on his feet, a fishing rod in hand, and the mountains in his heart. From hockey rinks and hunting grounds to cycling trails, ski slopes, and snow-covered peaks, the outdoors has always been his playground and his sanctuary.