Girl Gone Good

02/04/2026

All. The. Trails.

📍The new Southeastern Ontario Trail Directory is now available at Amazon.ca and is coming soon to and !

This is the region’s MOST COMPREHENSIVE guide for hikers with over 500 trails in an easy quick reference guide that gives you all the information needed to find the right trail for you.

Whether that’s a boardwalk to enjoy sunrise or a long trail run with elevation, there are amazing trails waiting for you to enjoy.

• Each listing highlights number of trails, length, elevation gain along with lookouts, towers, waterfalls.
• They also mention which are fully accessible and which are dog-friendly.
• Local beaches are listed by county.

Of course, in true GirlGoneGood fashion, this book is packed with helpful hiking tips and packing lists.

❗️Bonus material includes trail listings for the Outaouais and Laurentides regions!

‼️A portion of the proceeds will be donated to mental health and local conservation charities. We’ve donated over $27,000 since 2020.

➡️ Purchase now (link also in bio): https://www.amazon.ca/Southeastern-Ontario-Trail-Directory-Comprehensive/dp/B0GL7KG1MX/

01/21/2026

The freedom to live big, no matter what life throws your way.

Here's my big news to share: 'High Agency Human: Navigate Adversity and Live Big' is available for pre-order now at the retailers listed below.

It dives in on how to manage challenges and prepare for the next adversity, while increasing personal agency so that you have the freedom to live a full, adventurous life.

I use a lot of analogies and stories around being outdoors in nature in the book, because, well, that's a main part of our community and my life.

Pre-Order Links (USA)

• KDP: amazon.com/dp/B0GGL33M83
• B&N: https://lnkd.in/exh6JZHm

Pre-Order Links (Canada)

• KDP: https://lnkd.in/euj3YSHb
• Indigo: https://lnkd.in/eHSHhPf2
• Millstreet Books: millstreetbooks.com Keep an eye out on there "coming soon" section.

(Note that the Canadian sites are slowly populating still...)

➡️ Find resources and articles at highagencyhuman.com

➡️ Follow my own efforts in implementing the elements of this book this year at on Instagram.

Reach out and find more information at vickiemlanthier.com

01/20/2026

I’ve hiked less the last two years than ever before.

Because…life.

• lost my government job unexpectedly in 2023 and spent the next year transitioning from IT consultant to registered nurse.
• spent a year and a half recovering from a sudden onsite of anxiety attacks after multiple viral infections.
• travelled to the Arctic twice.
• wrote a new book called ‘High Agency Human:Navigate Adversity and Live Big’ that publishes March 24th, 2026.
• been building up and

I also wrote a new ‘Southeastern Ontario Trail Directory’ book which is, after a few challenges, at the printers now.

It’s been an interesting two years.

And I’ve hiked. But not as much as you know me to normally hike.

This year I’m back at it.

Well, right after this next trip anyways.

Then I’ll be back at it.

I’m looking forward to highlighting our incredible trails. :)

And having more time outdoors and less time on screens.

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01/19/2026

Still daydreaming about my winter getaway at last week that was filled with fresh air hikes, hot chocolate by the fireplace, and creative time.

They left the Christmas tree up for us, and I appreciated the holiday vibe. 🤘🏼

01/16/2026

Hikers! Skiers! Snowmobilers! 👀 Looks at all this fresh snow to play in on the K&P Trail. I have an offer I think you’ll like⬇️

I just had an incredible three night stay at , an incredible modern and comfortable renovated train station that sits RIGHT ON THE K&P TRAIL.

It’s the perfect hub for daytime winter activities.

And evenings by the fireplace with hot chocolate and board games, or Netflix/prime if you prefer.

📣 Special Offer for GirlGoneGood followers: Mention “Vickie Referred Me” on booking and you’ll get a three night booking for the price of two nights. Valid for weekdays only until March 31st.

It’s not just the perfect place for winter activities, I actually went with fellow author from .roots.canada to enjoy a “creative’s getaway”. So we hiked in nature aaaaand got an incredible amount of writing done.

This stay is 10 mins from Sharbot Lake, and 35mins from Perth.

I’ll share more of the interior in the next post, it definitely has a wow factor to it.

➡️ Book your stay here: cottagesincanada.com/37409 and don’t forget to mention that I sent you.

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🥾 Find packing lists, cabin recommendations, trail insights at girlgonegood.com

01/10/2026

Took a little wander in Merrickville today and stopped to appreciate these nature loving groups and the art of it.

12/18/2025

They have a 1km skating path near Carleton Place! Too mild today but a fun option for the new year. This morning I hiked the 3.5km loop of Goodwood March, part of the Beckwith Trails system. Then popped by .carletonplace for a latte and croissant.

📍 Trail Manager and Info: https://beckwith.ca/recreation/trails/

➡️ Find hiking resources, packing lists, and recommendations at girlgonegood.com

11/02/2025

A gorgeous day for a 5km hike at Mill Pond Conservation Area. Still plenty of fall foliage out there, we had brilliant blue skies, and relatively quiet trails.

Followed up with brunch at (if you haven’t been, run, don’t walk, everything is delicious).

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11/01/2025

📣 ANNOUNCEMENT: .hiking.kanuck WON!!!

The draw prize includes:

• one (1) two-night stay at .inn Calabogie
• two (2) copies of the new ‘Southeastern Ontario Trail Directory’ book with over 500 trails
• two (2) girlgonegood wilderness logo hoodies
• two (2) girlgonegood cuffed knit toques

Total prize value over $700.

is an annual event hosted by to encourage us all to keep enjoying the outdoors as the seasons change.

Interested in hiking more this winter or want to discover new trails? Grab your copy of the new Southeastern Ontario Trail Directory by pre-ordering at girlgonegood.com/store. It’s the most comprehensive hiking book for our area with over 500 trail listings, hiking insights, and more.

10/12/2025

Exciting news, I've updated and expanded 'Southeastern Ontario Trail Directory' and it's available for pre-order! This is region's MOST COMPREHENSIVE guide for hikers with over 500 trails in an easy quick reference guide that gives you all the information needed to find the right trail for you. Whether that’s a boardwalk to enjoy sunrise or a long trail run with elevation, there are amazing trails waiting for you to enjoy.

Each listing highlights number of trails, length, elevation gain along with lookouts, towers, waterfalls. They also mention which are fully accessible and which are dog-friendly. Local beaches are listed by county.

Of course, in true GirlGoneGood fashion, this book is packed with helpful hiking tips and packing lists.

Bonus material includes trail listings for the Outaouais and Laurentides regions!

PRE-ORDER: BOOK SHIPS 15-30 NOV 2025. Makes a great holiday gift and is available as a pre-order at https://www.girlgonegood.com/store/p/southeastern-ontario-trail-directory-pre-order-book-ships-15-30-nov-2025

A portion of the proceeds will be donated to mental health and local conservation charities. We've donated over $27,000 since 2020.

PRE-ORDER: BOOK SHIPS 15-30 NOV 2025 . The region's MOST COMPREHENSIVE guide for hikers with over 500 trails in an easy quick reference guide that gives you all the information needed to find the right trail for you. Whether that’s a boardwalk to enjoy sunrise or a long trail run with elevat

09/24/2025

Starting our annual challenge a little differently this year with hike number one in the Arctic! Welcome to Sam Ford Fjord on Baffin Island in Nunavut.

I’ll get a few more short hikes in while traveling from the Arctic to Newfoundland, then I’ll come home and catch up with the rest of you.

Keep tagging , it’s great to see and share your hikes!

🚢 For those curious, I’m traveling on the ’ Ultramarine (they make my Arctic dreams come true and I went to Svalbard last year with .ramble.roam).

09/03/2025

📣 motivation as we get ready to start the event on September 15th!

This is our 6th annual and everyone’s favourite event. You hike 14 trails between 15 Sep - 31 Oct 2025. That’s it. And then you get entered to win the draw prize, which is pretty amazing if I do say so myself.

So get ready to hike, hike, hike!

ℹ️ Swipe for all the details :)

Join our Facebook group ‘Ottawa Area Hikers and Adventurers’ to see everyone hikes and post your own trail adventures. You can also nab the tracking sheet from there.