Shannon Casson helps individuals and teams turn challenges into opportunities, step into their power, and cultivate confidence, clarity, and courage for lasting growth. She founded The Desert Dose to create transformative experiences that expand comfort zones, strengthen relationships, and foster resilience in both work and life. With a background in leadership development, coaching, and movement-based learning, Shannon equips people with practical tools to navigate challenges, reframe limiting beliefs, and build impactful relationships. Through DOSE workshops, she introduces science-backed strategies that activate the brain’s natural reward system—helping individuals and teams feel more motivated, engaged, and empowered. Shannon’s work is rooted in the belief that when we lean into possibility, deepen connections and embrace the stretch zone, we unlock growth, joy, and our greatest potential. Shannon's Credentials & Accomplishments Unicycler Juggler Marathoner Grand Canyon R2R Kinesiology, Master of Teaching PE & Health K-12+ PE & Health Educator, 15 + yrs Colorado Teaching License: PE & Health PMBIA + BICP Certified Mountain Bike Instructor Women's Mountain Bike Coach, 15+ yrs Retired Little Bellas Program Lead Girls on the Run Mesa County Board Member Seth Godin's altMBA Core Power Yoga 200 Hour Yoga Certification Wilderness First Aid Certification

Meet Jenn Hess, the ultimate stoke-builder on two wheels! Hailing from Laramie, WY, Jenn is a BICP Level 2 certified mountain bike coach with over a decade of experience empowering riders of all ages. Her life mission? Getting more women and kids out shredding trails, one confidence boost at a time. As the visionary behind Wyoming’s epic Rowdy Gowdy Women's Bike Camp, Jenn has created a thriving community of fearless female riders who dare to push their limits and embrace the joy of riding. With an unstoppable combo of optimism, positivity, and pure passion, Jenn turns every ride into an adventure you won’t forget. When she’s not coaching, you’ll find Jenn tackling the steepest lines, laughing her way down rock gardens, and proving that any day on two wheels is a day well spent—especially when shared with friends. Riding with Jenn means leveling up your skills, finding your flow, and catching her signature smile (and infectious laugh) along the way. Let’s just say, she’s not just a coach—she’s your personal hype woman on the trail!

Heather is a Whistler nature-based therapist and writer originally from Guelph, Ontario who has lived in Cusco, Costa Rica, California, Colorado, and the Canadian Rockies before calling British Columbia home. Heather holds a Bachelor of Kinesiology degree in Outdoor Pursuits from the University of Calgary, and a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counselling with a concentration in Transpersonal Wilderness Therapy from Naropa University. Heather’s intimate writing style draws on her varied life experiences and work as a clinical counsellor to remind us all that in our tough or embarrassing moments, we are not alone. Heather’s first best-selling anthology, awfully hilarious: stories we never tell, won the Canadian Book Club Awards readers' choice for best anthology in 2023. The second anthology in the series, period pieces, tells truths in an attempt to end shame around menstruation and menopause. Heather considers herself to be an expert in play and JOY, and her inner child is obsessed with wearing all of her favourite patterned clothes at once.

Brooke Goudy is an athlete and bicycle advocate. She is the operational manager and owner of Rowdy Goudy, a health and wellness organization dedicated to introducing cycling to women of color and redefining what it means to participate in active living. Brooke's love for biking extends to conservation and advocacy for trails, and she serves as member of the board of directors for Boulder Mountainbike Alliance. Brooke has worked as an assistant coach for a number of organizations on the Colorado Front Range and has held clinics across the United States. She has a great passion for riding in the dirt, but her greatest joy comes from introducing women to the joy of mountain biking. She participated in her first Desert Dose experience in 2022.

I'm a movement enthusiast with a passion for the outdoors and over a decade of experience as a personal trainer and fitness instructor. From snowboarding to mountain biking, I thrive on staying active and exploring new challenges. My love for mountain biking was reignited when I moved to Grand Junction in 2020, and I became a certified PMBIA Level 1 coach to share the skills, confidence, and joy the sport has brought me. I specialize in helping riders of all levels improve their techniques and embrace the thrill of the trail. My coaching style is patient, supportive, and tailored to each rider’s unique goals. Whether it's navigating technical terrain or building confidence on challenging trails, I’m dedicated to creating a safe, fun, and empowering experience for women riders.

Erin has dedicated 14 years to emergency nursing and currently is a clinical nurse leader, where she combines hands-on care with a passion for evidence-based medicine. She’s committed to driving positive change in emergency care on the Western Slope. Off the job, Erin’s heart belongs to mountain biking. After a traumatic injury a decade ago, she discovered healing and empowerment on the trails. Her love for the sport led her to a standout 2019 racing season, landing on the podium at every event. Yet life’s demands took a toll on her well-being, leading her to prioritize self-care and find healing through functional nutrition, where she’s rediscovered balance and a renewed sense of purpose. Erin is a certified PMBIA L1 Coach, driven to help others tackle fears, master technical challenges, and find confidence, on and off the bike. With a focus on resilience, nervous system regulation, and self-care, she’s passionate about guiding riders toward balance and growth.