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The Cairn Project

Through an adventure-driven, community-based funding model, we support programs that expand outdoor and wilderness opportunities for young women.

01/15/2026

Lucky you - we now have ONE spot open on our all-women's adventure to the bottom of the Grand Canyon! 🌵

Come join the other 8 women about to train for this bucket list Rim to River guided experience.

The October trip was so dreamy and we can't wait to share this magical place with you.

Be a part of a team fundraising for scholarships so more girls and women can have life-changing memories in the wild. ❤️

Message ASAP if you have Qs but are thinking about joining - it's the last spot!

01/08/2026

For the women who want to run their first ultra but haven't felt welcomed to the sport.

Apply to the First 50k Sisterhood by this Saturday 1/10 🙌

We're gathering the resources you need to feel supported and in community as you train and race at : coaching, training, gear, nutrition, shoes and more.

You'll share your story through media, fundraise for outdoor scholarships for other women, and meet with 14 other women running their first 50k.

Run to the application now! ❤️

12/22/2025

✨ Cozy season is calling! 🍂

We’ve rounded up the warmest, softest, and most nature-ready gifts to keep the trail magic going all winter long. From snuggly layers to camp-friendly comforts, our gift guide has something for every adventurer in your life, no matter what her outdoor escapade of choice is.

Some of our favorite gifts listed?

- The 2026 Women of Mountaineering Calendar 📆

- Travel mugs that don’t sacrifice aesthetic for durability ☕️

- An adventure journal perfect for planning for 2026 and reflecting on 2025 📝

- Much more!

Head to the link in our bio to explore our Best Cozy Gifts for Adventurers! ❄️🎁

12/17/2025

Got an ultramarathon on your mind as a 2026 goal? 🤔

We’re breaking barriers that keep women from starting their ultrarunning journey.

The First 50k Sisterhood will prepare 15 women to complete their first 50k — and inspire thousands more to believe it’s possible. 💪

Applications open Dec. 27th through to run the 50k in June 2026.

Send this to a woman you think should apply, then RUN to the interest list on our website to put your name on! 👀

11/29/2025

ONE spot left for our March team adventure in the Grand Canyon!

Our prep calls start in December, where you'll meet the other 8 participants plus your guides. 🥰

This is a bucket list hike, a desert trek from the rim to the Colorado River and back up.

Hurry to snag the final spot! 🥾

11/26/2025

Dream about starting your own adventure club, community, or membership?

went from just a wild idea to a thriving community of over 6,000 women who love to spend time outside!

Hear the LVWoA story and take away tips for building and growing your own outdoors community.

On See Her Outside, hear about:

📈 The challenges of going from 100 to 4,000 members in weeks
🤝 Member-created events: how to scale community without burning out
📝 When and why to incorporate as a nonprofit
💲 Vetting, waivers, and insurance: the unglamorous but necessary parts
👀 Why passive engagement matters too
🥾 How "unfamiliar faces" push us in new ways and the power of hiking with strangers

Got a long drive this week? The See Her Outside Podcast has great stories to listen to as you travel!

11/20/2025

We use storytelling as a fundraising tool to help us close the gender gap. But asking others to support your fundraiser can be intimidating!

Join Trailblazer Community Manager for a 3 part series this winter to build your fundraising skills so that:

🤝 you feel confident in the value you’re providing others

📈 you build practical, tactical fundraising strategies

🧠 you have ideas to get creative in fundraising for a mission you care about

RSVP now for the free series!

11/13/2025

Curious about hiking Rim to Rim in the Grand Canyon? 🥾 Let us help you start planning! Listen to See Her Outside to learn:

• The types of trails and different route options to hike in the Grand Canyon
• Variations of a Rim to Rim hike and length estimates
• Training tips for a Rim to Rim hike
• Gear and water considerations
• How hiking into the Grand Canyon is like time traveling!

Go stream See Her Outside to hear! 🎧

Our October 2025 team adventure in the Grand Canyon fundraised about $12,000 for gender equity AND wildfire relief.

✨ We have just 3 spots left for our Grand Canyon team adventure in March 2026!

Get a rare guided Rim to Rim hike, but with a Get Out, Give Back twist. Message for more info.

11/12/2025

📣 Don't miss Thursday's free Trail Talk to learn from about how to regulate your nervous system on outdoor adventures!

(And did you know you can co-regulate with nature to make the REST of your life feel less stressful, too?)

We're honored to have Sarah share her knowledge with our community. If you liked her episode on See Her Outside, you'll love joining us live on Zoom! ✨

RSVP now - message us if you can't find the link.

(Thanks Sarah for the photos and tips!)

11/06/2025

How can you co-regulate your nervous system with nature and take care of your mind-body connection while in the wild?

➡️ Join us for a free Trail Talk on Nov. 13 with of Mind & Mountain.

Sarah is an Alaskan adventurer, somatic nervous system educator, and mental health-informed fitness trainer who will give you techniques to build trust in your body, both outdoors and in.

This is free but you must RSVP to join. Link in bio and at cairnproject.org/trail-talks! 🔗

11/04/2025

Over 21 miles and 10,000' of elevation change in one day in the Grand Canyon...

With $7,818 fundraised for The Cairn Project and $3,782 for wildfire relief along the Grand Canyon's North Rim.

We are so proud of Tana, Lorri, Lisa, Ritzy, and Mary, and we're so grateful to every donor who made this impact possible. ❤️

And we're just getting started.

We have four more spots left for our March Grand Canyon fundraising hike. If you want one, find the details in our profile now!

📸 Thanks to for these desert shots!

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