Three friends in their fifties embark on the John Muir Trail, a journey they hope will be as beautiful as it is challenging. From the start, their adventure is shaped by self-inflicted mishaps, fierce weather, and the unexpected addition of a young hiker abandoned by her partner.
Over the course of a month, the women face nature’s extremes: the terror of lightning storms at eleven-thousand feet, the exhilaration of walking through waterfalls, and the wonder of midnight moonlit dances. As they tackle the trail’s physical and emotional demands, they discover camaraderie with fellow hikers and a deeper connection to themselves and the wilderness.
With its blend of gripping adventure, personal reflection, and vivid nature writing, Force of Nature captures the transformative power of the great outdoors.
