About Us - Our Story
Founders Melissa & Justin at Mt. Whitney summit

Why do you go away? So that you can come back. So that you can see the place you came from with new eyes and extra colors. And the people there see you differently, too. Coming back to where you started is not the same as never leaving.
―Terry Pratchett

Founders Melissa & Justin have traveled over 16,000 human-powered miles together across the globe. They’ve hiked 2,663 miles from Mexico to Canada together on the Pacific Crest trail. They’ve bicycled 6,000 miles down the spine of the Andes in South America. Summiting passes in the Himalayas, paddling the fjords of Norway in the Arctic Circle, and even dog mushing in Alaska… their resume of human-powered adventures is extensive.

With years of outdoor experience under their belts, they founded InspireOut in 2012 to share with others the powerful benefits of spending time outside. As backcountry guides and leadership coaches, InspireOut provides you with the tools to be your best yet.

Welcome to the InspireOut trekking community.