Tough Girl Podcast

Stephanie Boon, also known as Stephie, is a solo hiker, backpacker, and writer based in Cornwall, UK.  As the creator of the blog Ten Mile Hike, she shares practical and candid guides to hiking trails, offering inspiration for anyone looking to explore the outdoors on a tight budget. Hiking has been a lifeline for Stephie, helping her build resilience while managing lifelong bouts of depression. Now 60, Stephie continues to challenge herself and inspire others, recently fulfilling a bucket-list goal by hiking the iconic West Highland Way. Through her honest storytelling, she encourages women of all ages and abilities to embrace solo adventures, proving that lack of money or experience should never be a barrier to exploring the beauty of nature. In this episode, Stephie shares her journey, the challenges she faced on the West Highland Way, and her advice for anyone dreaming of their own solo adventure. Listen now to be inspired by her story! *** Catch the latest episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast, dropping ev