From High School Bugs to Backpacking Influencer

The chapter follows the speaker's journey from a high school bug project to discovering backpacking in national parks, emphasizing their progression from novice to experienced solo backpacker. It explores the challenges and joys experienced during solo trips to Lake Sheeler and the Trans Catalina Trail, highlighting encounters with wildlife and the satisfaction of overcoming obstacles. Additionally, it delves into how the speaker unintentionally became a backpacking influencer on TikTok, sharing her unique experiences and resonating with viewers who identify with her passion for hiking.