about

nextjen adventures

How we are different

NextJen Adventure retreats are more than just an amazing experience in nature. They are a chance for you to recharge, connect, discover yourself, and get inspired. It’s an event that can truly change your life. A unique combination of challenge and relaxation.

Our events are truly FULL SERVICE. We provide all the gear, create the itineraries, gather necessary permits, cook the food and coordinate all daily activities. In addition to the backpacking experience, you will be guided through yoga/stretching sessions, breathing practices (both to relax and give us energy), day hikes and fireside chats where we will bond over discussions around topics that women, just like yourself, are dealing with these days. 

Studies have shown that time in NATURE is good for our health and wellbeing. Being outdoors reduces emotions like anger and fear and lowers stress hormones. This, combined with the amazing healing practices we teach, finding community with like minded women, and the lack of distractions (no social media here) provides an opportunity to really recharge your battery and discover how good you can feel in your own body. 

When was the last time you tried something new? Did something for yourself? Challenged yourself to grow and feel alive?! Allow us to be your guide and share this therapeutic experience that will leave you rejuvenated and with a sense of pride and accomplishment that is unparalleled.

Your guide

My name is Jen and I created NextJen Adventures to blend my passions and desires. 

My passion is helping women lead healthier and happier lives. I’ve been a health coach for over 12 years and coached all styles of training. I’ve also worked with hundreds of clients creating individualized nutrition plans that include lifestyle and mindset components. 

My desire is to live a more relaxed, stress free life, and spend more time outdoors and exploring! It was in searching for my own retreat to attend that I developed the idea for NextJen Adventures. I wanted part yoga retreat, part challenge, and ALL recharging my mind, body and soul. 

I feel truly blessed to be able to meet wonderful women and share my knowledge in a personal setting all while seeing the wonders of this world. 

Read more about me here: http://www.nextjen.com.

in partnership with

NextJen Adventures has partnered with Fred Wellington, of Ventana Exploration, to bring you the best, and safest, trips possible. Fred has 25 years experience leading backcountry trips and knows the trails of California well.

He is a certified Wilderness First Responder by the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS) and maintains California certifications in adult/child CPR and lay rescuer epinephrine auto-injection.

Read more about Fred here: http://ventanaexploration.com/