Girl Camper

The Courage To Camp Solo
In this heartfelt and empowering episode, Janine Pettit—founder of Girl Camper and Editor-in-Chief of Girl Camper Magazine—explores what it really takes to camp solo. Drawing from her own road trip experiences and stories from the annual Girl Camper Camporee, Janine shares honest advice, practical safety tips, and inspiring encouragement to help you step outside your comfort zone.
Whether you’re taking your first short solo trip or dreaming of a cross-country adventure, this episode reminds you that you're not alone—and that every woman can find her own way to camp like a girl.