Welcome to another episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series! We're chatting with Belinda Coker—a seasoned hiker, writer, educator, and global house sitter who currently calls Scotland home. After taking early retirement and leaving the corporate world, Belinda embarked on a global journey to embrace adventure, build confidence, and inspire others through responsible travel. In this episode, Belinda shares how she curated a life of genuine freedom and stability, combining her love of hiking with an innovative approach to house-sitting. From the mountains of New Zealand to the trails of Greenland and Europe, Belinda’s story is an inspiring testament to reinvention, discovery, and finding joy in the simple things. Whether you’re dreaming of your own adventure or looking for practical tips to travel the world and house sit along the way, this episode is packed with insights and encouragement for anyone eager to live life beyond the ordinary.DISCUSSION00:00 Choosing a Northern hemisphere base04:05 Taking a gap year in Asia09:04 Challenges of Nomadic Living11:53 Planning hiking trips year-round15:20 House sitting experiences abroad18:30 Finding the perfect travel accommodation22:15 Discussing retirement plans and house sitting23:30 Gaining trust through house sitting28:17 Snakebite differences in Australia vs. the USA33:07 Benefits of house sitting for pets35:09 Reflecting on the outdoor website journey39:36 Starting a YouTube journey42:51 Spending quality time with kids45:00 House sitting and travel resourcesConnect with Belinda:https://soultreader.com https://housesittingcollective.comInstagram & Facebook (Hiking): SoulTreaderInstagram & Facebook (House Sitting): House Sitting 101NEXT STEPSVisit us at https://outdooradventureseries.com to like, comment, and share our episodes.KEYWORDSBelinda Coker, Soul Treader, House Sitting Collective, Outdoor Adventure Series, Podcast Interview, Podmatch#SoulTreader #HouseSittingCollective #OutdoorAdventureSeries #PodcastInterview #PodmatchMy Favorite Podcast Tools:  Production by DescriptHosting BuzzsproutShow Notes by CastmagicWebsite powered by PodpageBe a Podcast Guest by PodMatchBanner Customization by Nano Banana & Canva