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wilderness writers community
An online community for embodied writing, rooted reflection, and wild belonging—write your way home to yourself.
Hi I'm Bailey.
The Wilderness Writers Community was born from a longing—for deeper connection, for real community, for a space where nature, creativity, and self-discovery could intertwine. It’s a place to land and root, to explore your inner wilderness with others who are walking a similar path.
Here, we value slowness. Presence. Truth-telling. We gather around shared rhythms—of writing, reflection, and wild remembering. This space is your companion in the journey of coming home to yourself, one word at a time.
I’m so glad you’ve found your way here. The transformation that unfolds through nourishing relationships, honest expression, and shared insight is powerful—and you don’t have to do it alone.
Take a look around to get a feel for what lives inside the community: the spaces, the support, and the practices that help your voice take root and bloom.
Watch the transformation:
embodied Connection
Move from isolation to meaningful connection—within yourself, with others, and with the natural world. This community offers a grounded space for authentic sharing and relationship-building, rooted in shared values of presence, creativity, and care.
Rooted Exploration
This is more than a writing journey—it's a path to exploring your inner landscape with your full self. Through intentional prompts and nature-connected practices, writing becomes the medium for reconnecting to your body, emotions, intuition, and deeper truths. You’ll uncover what’s stirring beneath the surface and root into your own rhythms, cycles, and voice.
integrative expression
Transform your writing into a practice of self-discovery, whole-body presence, and inner nourishment. Rather than writing just from the mind, you’ll learn to write from the full self—body, intuition, emotion, and spirit—all in conversation with the natural world.
Not just for “Writers”
Think you're not a writer? Think again.
If you’ve ever scribbled in a journal, jotted a note from the heart, or followed a whisper of thought onto the page—you belong here.
You don’t need to be published. You don’t need to write every day. You don’t need a fancy degree or a writing desk by a window (though that sounds dreamy).
This is a space for anyone using words to explore, express, and come home to themselves. Whether you write for clarity, healing, creativity, or pure curiosity—you’re welcome.
Join the community
The Wilderness Writers Community lives on Circle—a beautiful, easy-to-navigate space you can access on your phone or browser, anytime you feel the pull to connect, reflect, or create.
Inside, you’ll find thoughtfully curated spaces for sharing, learning, and gathering—each one clearly labeled with how to engage and what to expect. Whether you're joining a live event, browsing the resource library, or simply posting a piece of your heart, it's all intuitive and designed to support your journey.
We’ve got Ground Rules to help keep this a safe, kind, and inclusive space—and a growing library full of practices, prompts, and resources to guide you as you write your way home.
Scroll on to see what’s inside and how to find your rhythm in the community.
What's inside the Wilderness Writers Community?
Meet & Root: Step into a welcoming circle of kindred spirits. Introduce yourself, swap stories, and spark connections with others on their own journeys of writing, nature, and self-discovery.
Safe & Sacred Sharing Space: Share your words, reflections, and wonderings in a private, heart-centered space held by community agreements and deep respect. Vulnerability is honored here.
Creative Cross Pollination: Stuck? Inspired? Somewhere in between? Bring your ideas, blocks, and breakthroughs into a collaborative space for gentle brainstorming, feedback, and mutual encouragement.
Gatherings & Replays: Join live writing circles, workshops, and seasonal gatherings—both online and occasionally in-person. Can’t make it live? No worries, recordings are available for you to revisit anytime.
Community Resources: Wander through a growing library of writing prompts, nature-based practices, and creative tools to support your process—whether you're here to explore, express, or simply be.
Does this sound like you?
You’re craving real community on your writing path—somewhere safe, soulful, and supportive to share what’s stirring inside.
You long for rhythm and guidance as you explore the wild terrain within—your thoughts, your body, your story, your truth.
You feel the pull of nature—not just for fresh air, but as a way to deepen your connection to yourself, to spirit, and to something greater.
You want to build relationships with fellow journalers, poets, storytellers, and seekers—folks who get it, and who are walking similar paths.
You’re looking for writing not as a performance, but as a practice—for reflection, expression, and discovery of the parts of you waiting to be heard.
Try your free 3-month trial of the community today.
Bailey Sims
LMHC, RYT, Writer
MEET YOUR GUIDE
Hi, I’m Bailey — therapist, writer, yoga teacher, nature-dweller, and forever student of the wild within and around us.
I am a licensed mental health counselor and registered yoga teacher based in Indiana, where I weave together mindfulness, body wisdom, and the healing power of the natural world into everything I offer.
My work is rooted in holding space for transformation — the kind that feels like coming home to yourself. I’m passionate about creating experiences that offer love, compassion, and comfort, helping folks reconnect with their bodies, their stories, and the earth beneath their feet.
I live near the White River with my husband, toddler, and our curious little pack: a dog and a cat who both think they’re in charge.
20 minutes
Did you know that only 20 minutes of active writing has both mental and physical health benefits, like lowering stress and anxiety levels?
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FAQ
What's your cancellation policy?
You can cancel at any time and there is not contract when you join! Stay for 1 month or 24, it's up to you.
What if I miss a live event?
All live events are recorded on Zoom and uploaded to the community in Circle.
Do you offer reduced fee spots?
If this is your jam and yet you cannot afford the monthly rate, please inquire about reduced fee spots in the community! It's in Mind Body Nature Counseling's values to be accessible and affordable to all.
How do you ensure safety in the community?
I monitor the community daily and make sure that there is no discouraging or destructive commentary in any of the spaces. This community does not tolerate hatefulness, racist, homophobic, or xenophobic behavior, discrimination of any kind, or just being mean, discouraging and destructive in anyway. Anyone who engages in that kind of behavior will be asked to leave. There is also a set of Ground Rules that will be posted in the club that emphasize how to respond to someone's writing and the kind of engagement the community supports.
What if I'm not a “writer”?
First, anyone who writes is a writer. Second, whether you write for fun or self reflection, as a profession or a creative endeavor, all writers and people are welcome to join. You do not have to be experienced nor do you need to be a published author to be a part of this community.
Can I host an event in the community?
Absolutely! This is truly a collaborative, community space and we encourage participation and facilitation from members. You certainly don't have to lead a writing session or host a workshop, but you are more than welcome to suggest a themed workshop or co-writing session and we can add it to the calendar.
Bonus offer
When you join the group you get access to the self-paced Writing Your Wilderness Workshop for free!
You don’t want to miss out on this offer, regularly a $45 value.