Who is Pepper, Anyways?
I’ve been dubbed “the final form of a girl scout,” but Pepper works just fine! I’m a big dork with a passion for fitness, mental health, and, of course, all things outdoors. I spend most of my time on the trail—backpacking, hiking, and running—and when I'm not outside, I’m creating content to encourage others to get out there and explore!
Why Did You Start Pepper Steps?
After my first solo backpacking trip, I decided to start Pepper Steps, the brand, as a way to organize and share my outdoor adventures. But as someone with autism and ADHD, I never do things “half-way”; I love to learn about the best hiking gear, tips and tricks for the trail, and the things I encounter while I hike—be it redwood trees or banana slugs.
So, I started to share educational content too, and in less than 6 months, our community has grown to over 350,000 “Happy Steppers.” And boy, it's been quite the adventure!
A wild Pepper, somewhere in Southern California, discussing neat nature facts.
What Do You Offer?
Because everything’s better with a little Pepper (teehee)
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If you want…
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If you want…
- to join me on backpacking adventures from the comfort of your home → head to my YouTube channel (this is MY personal favorite).
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If you want…
- to chat about gear, hiking, or even your most recent hyper-fixation → our Discord community is like… the BEST place to do that.
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If you want…
- exclusive behind the scenes, a lifetime discount to the Pepper Steps Shop, early access to content, and to help me decide where my next adventure will be → my Patreon is the place for you!
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If you want…
- swaggy cool ultra fire merch, like prints and t-shirts (yes, t-shirts soon, I swear!)→ here’s the shop!
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If you want…
- gear recommendations → sign-up for my newsletter & grab my 3-season backpacking kit. Stay tuned for a huge update to this section!
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If you want…
- to work together, collaborate, or strike a deal → click here!
- to work together, collaborate, or strike a deal → click here!
I Want to Know More About Pepper!
First up, I'm honored. Here's a short video with some rapid fire Pepper facts!
For whatever reason, you’ve found yourself here, and you’ve read this far. I’m thrilled, and so thankful. Welcome to base camp, pardner.
HAPPY STEPPIN'!
PEPPER 👣
Follow in My Footsteps!
Patreon
If you want exclusive content, behind-the-scenes chaos, and a cozy little supporter-only space, Patreon is where it’s at. It’s like the VIP lounge of Pepper Steps, but with fewer velvet ropes and more lichen facts. You can join for free, so come and hang out!
YouTube
This is my personal favorite spot to be. From functional fitness to educational backpacking vlogs and all of the dorkiness under the sun, I've got something here for you. Grab your favorite trail snacks and stay awhile!
Discord
Wanna chitchat with me? How about thousands of other nature loving friends? From gear talk, to fitness, to backpacking, and heck, even League of Legends (Pepper's favorite video game), there's a whole darn community waiting for you to say hello! What are you waiting for?!
Pep Talks
Need one-on-one advice on social media, hiking, gear, or content creation? Book a Pep Talk with me, and I’ll help you figure it all out. No gatekeeping here my friend, just real advice from someone who’s been there.
See You on the Trail!
Thanks for being here, for supporting this wild journey, and for being part of the coolest little corner of the internet. Whether you're here to laugh at my backpacking mishaps, geek out over plants, or plan your next big adventure, I’m so stoked to have you along for the ride.
HAPPY STEPPIN'!
Pepper 👣
Author: Pepper
I’ve been dubbed “the final form of a girl scout,” but Pepper works just fine! I’m a big nerd with a passion for fitness, mental health, and, of course, all things outdoors. I spend most of my time on the trail or in the gym, and when I’m not doing either of those things, I’m creating content to encourage others to get out there and explore! As a creator with autism and ADHD, I’m all about making outdoor spaces more accessible, all while pushing yourself to reach new heights (haha, get it... because mountains are high... anyways). Whether you’re looking for quirky nature facts, fitness inspiration, or tips for surviving in the backcountry, you’ve found base camp. So let’s get steppin’!
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