An adventure writer, photographer, and van life pioneer who swapped a Hollywood career for a nomadic life exploring the world’s wildest places, Emily Pennington.
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Emily Pennington is an adventure writer, photographer, and author of Feral: Losing Myself and Finding My Way in America’s National Parks. A former Hollywood assistant turned full-time explorer, she’s best known for visiting all 63 U.S. national parks and documenting the journey in a popular column for Outside Magazine. Originally from suburban Houston, Emily now lives in Colorado and writes for outlets like Backpacker and The Wall Street Journal, covering everything from gear reviews to global rewilding efforts. With a passion for solo travel, van life, and immersive outdoor experiences, she’s explored all seven continents and uses storytelling to inspire deeper curiosity and resilience in the face of the unknown.
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