Ann Hackney

Ann Hackney is a Transformational Wilderness Guide and Life Coach. She works with families, young women and groups to help them build authentic empowerment, transform through life transitions, initiations and edges, and deeply connect with nature.  Ann is a skilled Earth Centered Healer, Herbalist, Naturalist, Guide and Educator. She has been diligently studying, teaching and sharing for over 10 years. For the last three and a half, she has been a lead mentor for an 8 Shields school, and she continues to grow her own private practice.  She received her B.A. from Naropa University in Interdisciplinary Studies, brilliantly weaving together Environmental Studies and Contemplative Psychology. She draws from her rich studies in Tibetan Buddhism, Native American spirituality and her Scotch-English heritage. Ann has led and co-led retreats for youth and young adults in Boulder, Pagosa Springs and Vail, CO. Ann is well known for her playful courageous spirit and intuitive acumen.