In Episode 5 of the Outsider Podcast, we sit down with hiker, photographer, and passionate outdoor advocate Ellie Berry best known for walking all 42 of Ireland’s National Waymarked Trails. With her trademark warmth, honesty and curiosity, Ellie opens up about how the outdoors has shaped her life, and what it truly means to be an “outsider.”
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The conversation flows like a chat around a campfire. We dive into Ellie’s earliest outdoor memories and how those formative experiences still guide her today. One of the most powerful parts of the episode is a rare look behind the curtain into how Ellie approaches her bigger outdoor projects how she thinks about them not just logistically, but emotionally, and how they fit into the rhythm of her life.
We also discuss the wonders she’s encountered along the way. Ellie shares reflections on the state of trail development in Ireland, including a fascinating insight into how trail developers build and maintain the trails that many of us take for granted.
For those looking to get out more or take on their own walking challenge, Ellie’s advice is down-to-earth and encouraging. She offers up her go-to resources for choosing hiking routes and gives practical guidance for anyone just getting started.
As for what being an outsider means to her? “It’s about finding the thing that brings you the most joy,” Ellie says, “and figuring out what the world can do for you.”
Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or just starting to explore Ireland’s trails, this episode is a celebration of walking, wondering, and following your joy into the wild.
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