Shanti Hodges is the founder of Land Beyond Zion. She has been involved in the outdoors industry for 28 years, first as a journalist, then running a non-profit called Hike it Baby that was dedicated to getting families with young children out hiking, and now as the owner of Land Beyond Zion Tours and Land Beyond Zion Boutique Glamp Camp. 

 

Shanti is a passionate advocate for getting as many people as she can into the outdoors hiking. Part of her drive to make the outdoors's accessible for all came from the fact that she saw from a young age how many people in the United States didn't have access to the outdoors. When she started Hike it Baby and then later moved to the Zion area, she had a strong emphasis on marketing toward women, BIPOC, LGBTQ+, families and those with mobility disabilities. 

 

In 2022 she began guiding on Angel's Landing and found another  founded Land Beyond Zion (originally called Wild Utah Tours) in 2018 when she began running women's retreats in the Zion area. During covid the company shifted away from groups, to private guiding and has focused on that primarily over the last 3 years. 

 

When not guiding Shanti spends time hiking and hanging with 11 year old Mason and their dog Sunny. 

We like to refer to Pearl as our secret cleaning fairy. She began working for Land Beyond Zion in 2022. She wears many hats. Mama of two who grew up in Cane Beds, just down the road from our glamp camp. The smiley easy-going presence, Pearl is probably one of the reasons people praise our clean camp often. 

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Not hanging out at camp, she can be found hunting, hiking, and shuttling our kiddos around to school and events. Pearl occasionally guides for us on the side and is learning how to work on overall camp operations. 

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If you like our sparkly queen camp, please feel free to drop her a Venmo tip @Pearl-Black-8.

Since 1999, I have guided and taught across diverse fields—guiding, yoga, physics, and humor—working with spas, universities, wilderness therapy programs, and even NASA. I believe in the transformative power of gratitude, balanced with a dash of sass to keep things grounded. My philosophy centers on recognizing the extraordinary in others and giving thanks backed by evidence. This approach not only fosters loyalty but nurtures love—what some might call "manipulation," but in the best, most human way possible. Through my work, I aim to help people discover fulfillment in a world that is constantly evolving due to climate change, AI, and the challenges of our times.

Website: kaivala.com

Instagram: @guru_stu

Quinn is a dedicated outdoor enthusiast with a deep passion for the Zion area. Born in Arizona & raised in Southern Utah, they love sharing their knowledge of the area, encouraging everyone who crosses their path to feel the magic of the region. Whether it's guiding others through breathtaking hikes or discussing the natural wonders of Zion, Quinn's enthusiasm of the outdoors is contagious.

 

As a licensed massage therapist, with over 900-hours of schooling, Quinn understands the importance of being outside & reconnecting with the natural world. Their commitment to helping others extends beyond the trails, offering restorative massage therapy that complements the physical demands of exploring the outdoors. 

 

When Quinn isn't hiking the rugged terrain of Zion, you'll find them rock climbing or spending time with their beloved dogs. Their adventurous spirit and connection with nature inspires them to lead an active and fulfilling life, always eager to embrace new challenges and share these experiences with others.

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Instagram: i.quinnmassage

Hi, I’m McKayla-

I was born and raised by cowboys just outside of Zion Canyon and have spent endless days exploring the mountains and canyons on horseback, motorcycle, or on foot. I split my time between Hawaii and the Southwest, enjoying a perfect balance of desert and tropical. I live at the mouth of the Canyon, and am passionate about offgrid living, sustainable agriculture and establishing food sovereignty for my community. I love getting folks outdoors and showing them the magic and beauty of Zion Canyon and surrounding areas while educating them about the history, the geology and especially the native and edible flora and fauna in the area. I’m looking forward to hiking with y’all and sharing my backyard with you!

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Instagram: @dirtfox94

As a freelance Web & Graphic designer, Jamie began her journey with Land Beyond Zion in July of 2023. Captivating logo designs, eye-catching flyers, magnets, stickers, and creative PDFs are all a part of her portfolio. Additionally, she plays a role in updating the Land Beyond Zion website, ensuring its visual appeal and functionality.

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As a mother of two and a grandmother to an energetic 7-year-old, she cherishes family moments. When she steps away from her computer and family responsibilities, Jamie embarks on cross-country adventures. Her trusty 4Runner, outfitted with a rooftop tent (RTT), becomes her mobile sanctuary. Driven by a love for nature, she seeks out the highest peaks for invigorating hikes. Tai Chi and meditation provide moments of serenity, while music infuses her life with rhythm and emotion.

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If you have any graphic or web design projects, feel free to reach out to her. She’ll be more than happy to assist you! Facebook @jsjdesignsplus or email her at jsjdesigns95@gmail.com. 

Lana grew up in Utah, but didn't visit Zion until 2006. That year, she worked up at Zion Lodge learning & sharing information about the park on tram tours & exploring the hikes in her spare moments. 

 

In 2020 Lana finished her 200 hour teacher training at Gayatri Yoga Academy. She enjoys guiding others in the path to finding alignment & peace in the mind & body.

 

Although Zion feels like home, Lana is a Butterfly who loves to travel & live in climates with exotic fruits. No matter where she goes, Zion will always be one of her favorite places on earth. She started assisting canyoneering trips in 2021 & leading hikes in Zion in 2022-2023. She has a passion for creating meaningful connections, sharing information, & adventuring with others.

 

She currently lives on the island of Kauai, but loves to come to Utah & guide whenever she can.

She lives to spread Aloha wherever the journey takes her.

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Instagram: @butterflymagic128

A midwestern traveling chef and a tour guide here in the United States! I’ve developed a deep understanding of the importance of having a good relationship with the food you eat and bringing movement into your life.

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As a professional chef, I take pride in creating dishes that both benefit our bodies and the way we think about food. I enjoy working in an ever-changing environment, as it allows me to travel, cook for others, and help them get outside for adventures. Currently, I work as a guide/retreat chef at Land Beyond Zion, where I am focused on taking people out to wonderful hikes and helping people with their meals.

Megan was born and raised in St. George and has hiked in the surrounding area as well as Zion all growing up. She is fascinated by the flora and fauna of the area as well as the geology. She has been a hiking guide for a local resort for 2 years prior to working with Land Beyond Zion and has her 200 hour yoga teacher certification. She enjoys piecing together her two loves of hiking and yoga by taking friends and clients on guided hikes to practice yoga out in nature.

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When she isn't out guiding hikes she is at home with her two young children showing them how to love the world around them and be stewards over the land by working on a fruit tree orchard.

Michelle is an adventurer, queer single mama, visual storyteller and so much more.

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She lives in a converted short skoolie with her son and our 70lb fur baby. They have spent six years traveling full-time around the contiguous 48 U.S. states - exploring, roamschooling and photographing and have recently begun to resettle down back in Indianapolis.

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She's a sucker for natural light, deep shadows and creating real, authentic moments. She likes to photograph outside the box and tell rich stories through her work. She's spent years combining a lifestyle/photojournalistic approach with an artistic vision to create beautiful, organic imagery that is honest and raw.

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One of her favorite things about having a nomadic lifestyle is the people that she meets along the way. When not in Indy, she can be found roaming through the desert and hanging out with friends between Moab and Zion.

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See her beautiful photography at

Michelle Craig Photography