Christine is the founder of Rugged Outdoorswoman Publishing, whose first publication, Blood Sweat Tears, is a perfect example of the mission to promote the adventure stories of women and gender-expansive folks. Her award-winning debut memoir, Alone in Wonderland, shares the story of her personal transformation via thru-hiking. She has been forged by nature and movement, and she firmly believes in the power of story and representation to invite every body into the outdoors where we can see ourselves more clearly.Blood Sweat Tears is a short story collection from 26 women+ hikers and runners about the experience of being in a female body on trail. This group of intrepid and vulnerable athletes/writers talk periods, boob sweat, and ugly crying. The trail is a place for healing, and can show us what we are made of---but it's always us doing the hard work.Learn more about Christine and where to find the book below:Ruggedoutdoorswoman.comInstagram and tiktok @ruggedoutdoorswomanListen to Christine’s first episode on Adventure Sports Podcast here: https://www.adventuresportspodcast.com/2021/05/ep-715-becoming-rugged-christine-reed.htmlOur Sponsors:* Check out Incogni and use the code ADVENTURESPORTS at checkout: https://incogni.com/adventuresports* Check out The Wonderful Company: https://www.wonderfulpistachios.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy