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Women's Outdoor program that is lead by women, for women: to promote confidence, acquire skills, buil

12/12/2025

WILD GEAR SALE - we have a handful of gear that is brand new, with tags - including a few Helinox chairs - a perfect gift for the outdoorsy person in your life. All gear purchases can be made on our website - www.wildoutdoorlearning.org

Lightweight Camp Chair
Brand: Helinox
Model: Chair Zero
Weight: 1lb 2.5 oz
Capacity: 265lbs
Includes: chair bag

Chiars are in new condition with tags. Chair new retails for $140. Selling used for $120. Purchased chairs can be picked up in Columbus, GA at a scheduled time, or buyer to pay shipping - and shipping cost will be invoiced after purchase.

12/02/2025

WILD GEAR SALE - gear can be purchased on our website - limited quantities. Available for local pick up or shipping.

2 Person Tent
Brand: Nemo
Model: Galazy
Size: 2 person
Weight: 4lbs 15oz
Includes: tent, rainfly, groundcloth & stakes and pole repair

Tents are in used condition. Tents are sold AS IS. Tent new retails for $250. Selling used for $130. Tents were properly cleaned and stored after each use. Any tents that needed repairs were repaired at Nemo. Purchased tents can be picked up in Columbus, GA at a scheduled time, or buyer to pay shipping - and shipping cost will be invoiced after purchase.

12/01/2025

WILD GEAR SALE!!!

WILD currently has 10 of the following sleeping pads in stock for sale:

Brand: Nemo
Model: Tensor All Season
Size: Regular/wide
Weight: 1lbs 6oz
Includes: stuff sack & pump sack

Sleeping Pads are in nicely used condition. Pads are sold AS IS. Nemo Tensor new retails for $220. Selling used for $160. Purchased packs can be picked up in Columbus, GA at a scheduled time, or buyer to pay shipping - and shipping cost will be invoiced after purchase.

11/17/2025

WILD Gear Sale!!! We currently have 4 of the following used packs in stock for sale:

Backpacking Backpack
Model: Aura 65AG
Brand: Osprey
Size: 65 Liter
Sizing: M/L
Weight: 4.5lbs
Color: Grey

Backpacks are in nicely used condition. Packs are sold AS IS. Backpack new retails for $370. Selling used for $180. Any packs that needed repairs were repaired at Osprey. Purchased packs can be picked up in Columbus, GA at a scheduled time, or buyer to pay shipping - and shipping cost will be invoiced after purchase.

11/12/2025

GEAR SALE!!! WILD currently has 11 of the following sleeping bag for sale:

Brand: Nemo
Model: Forte 20
Type: Synthetic
Rating: 20 degrees
Weight: 3.5lbs

Sleeping bags are in gently used condition. Sleeping bags have been stored properly in Nemo storage bags. Bags come with compression stuff sacks. Sleeping bags are sold AS IS. Sleeping bags new retails for $180. Selling used for $130. Purchased packs can be picked up in Columbus, GA at a scheduled time, or buyer to pay shipping - and shipping cost will be invoiced after purchase and calculated with your shipping location.

FINAL SALE
All gear is FINAL SALE. No returns or exchanges.

To purchase, or to view/purchase the other gear that is available visit www.wildoutdoorlearning.org or click the link in our bio.

11/11/2025

GEAR SALE! WILD currently has 5 of the following packs for sale:

Backpacking Backpack
Model: Aura 65AG
Brand: Osprey
Size: 65 Liter
Sizing: S/M
Weight: 4.5lb
Color: Blue

Backpacks are in nicely used condition. Packs are sold AS IS. Backpack new retails for $370. Selling used for $180. Any packs that needed repairs were repaired at Osprey. Purchased packs can be picked up in Columbus, GA at a scheduled time, or buyer to pay shipping - and shipping cost will be invoiced after purchase.

FINAL SALE
All gear is FINAL SALE. No returns or exchanges.

You can purchase online - www.wildoutdoorlearning.org or link in bio.

11/06/2025

GEAR FOR SALE!

WILD has a variety of new and used gear for sale online - with more items that will be added. Limited quantities. Visit www.wildoutdoorlearning.org and shop to view and buy.

10/20/2025

This is one of the hardest posts I’ve had to write. After a lot of reflection, I’ve decided to close WILD.

Many of you know I have battled Thyroid Cancer for the last 5 years - besides taking some time off to heal from surgeries or treatments - but I was able to bounce back, still physically be able to safely take all you amazing ladies out on adventures.

I thought the mountain of cancer had been conquered, but unfortunately was just diagnosed with a very aggressive form of Breast Cancer, which includes aggressive treatment. There is not one singular mountain ahead to climb but an entire range of mountains. My treatment will be long, physically hard, mentally taxing and will put me out of commission for an unknown time. Because of the long, personal trail ahead, I will be closing the doors of WILD. It’s not easy to step away from something I love, but it feels like the right and necessary thing for now.

WILD has meant so much to me, and for so many women too. — It has been a space for connection, creativity, and purpose. Together we built something real and beautiful, something that celebrated the wild parts of life and ourselves. I’ve met so many incredible people through this journey, and I’m endlessly grateful for every conversation, event, and shared moment of inspiration.

Thank you — truly — for being part of WILD. For believing in it, and for walking this path with me. The spirit of WILD will always live on in the connections we’ve made and the hearts it’s touched. Now it’s time for each of you to take the skills, knowledge, friendships and love for the outdoors to your own trails. Each of you are incredibly amazing, capable and strong. This mama bird is telling you it’s okay to fly from the nest. You got this!

In the coming weeks, we will be posting gear for sale. But that post is for another day.

Love you all so much.
With love and gratitude,
🩷 Sanna

09/17/2025

HELP NEEDED!!!

Ladies! We are looking for some volunteers to help with Make A Wish’s Trailblaze Challenge! Currently we are in need for -

🥾 Ladies (or guys) to help with THIS SATURDAY’s training hike on the Pine Mountain Trail. The hike is scheduled to start at 8:00AM, leaving from the parking lot across from the Country Store and will cover 16 miles of trail (8 miles in and 8 back). Please let us know ASAP if you can help by commenting or sending a DM

🧑‍🍳 Ladies to help provide trailside support at an Aid Station during hike weekend. We currently have 1 spot open, but might be able to accommodate a few more. Details are on our website under Adventures.

Thank you all for helping! Comment or DM to sign up!

09/04/2025

One of the special parts of heading into our wild spaces is the opportunity to see wildlife - from the monkeys and alligators of Florida, wild horses on Cumberland and the bears of the Smokies, we love being able to spot the critters! 🐻🐒🐍

With today being National Wildlife Day we wanted to hear from you what your favorite animals to see in the wild, and what are your least favorites? 👇

P.S. WILD will be returning to Florida this November for our annual paddle trip - and an opportunity to see turtles, alligators, manatees, monkeys and more! Registration is open - link in bio!

08/25/2025

Happy 100th Birthday to the National Park Service!!

Here at WILD we spend lots of time on park service lands - with many trips each year just to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The time, effort, love and work that each of our park service employees and volunteers put into making our beautiful wild places a place to visit and enjoy does not go unnoticed!

What’s your favorite National Park location?

08/22/2025

NEW TRIP ALERT 🚨!!

Cumberland Campout - September 14-16 2025

This two night trip will be a little different than the previous Cumberland adventures- as this time we will be camping at Sea Camp, where you have access to flush toilets and cold showers (believe us - this is a luxury!).

During this relaxing trip, you will have time to explore the ruins of Dungeness, hit the beach or just sit back and read a book. We will be doing some light day hiking - but this trip is designed for you to just slow down. Once you get to the island, all meals are included- and will consist of foods inspired by the island, along with campfires each evening!

Registration is now open online - link in bio. Head to the Adventures tab to sign up and to read full trip details. We look forward to having you join us!!

Address

621 2nd Avenue, Suite A
Columbus, GA
31901

Website

http://www.wildoutdoorlearning.org/

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