Iron & Adventure is more than a brand,

it’s a way of life.

In a world that moves fast, we slow things down, returning to the roots of purposeful living, where the smell of cast iron cooking, the crackle of a campfire, and the vast beauty of the wild become the foundation for something deeper.

Whether you're dreaming of a life beyond the 9-to-5, exploring Yellowstone’s backcountry, building a vacation rental business, or learning how to earn in your off-season, I’m here to help guide you.

At Iron & Adventure, we provide the tools, training, and real-life support to help you gain the skills, confidence, and clarity you need to build a self-employed seasonal lifestyle you love.

Because adventure isn’t just about where you go,

It’s about the freedom you create, the stories you live, and the legacy you leave.

Let’s build that life, one season at a time.

MEET THE FOUNDER &
Seasonal Lifestyle Strategist & business mentor

Hi, I'm Sheila!

Founder of Iron & Adventure | Seasonal Lifestyle Strategist & Business Mentor

Where My Journey Began

My story began more than 30 years ago, deep in the backcountry kitchens and mountain trails of the American West. What started as a love for cast-iron cooking and wilderness living grew into a lifelong journey of resilience, independence, and self-employment.

The Path That Shaped Me

From hosting travelers at my own bed and breakfast near Yellowstone to teaching Dutch oven cooking and mentoring seasonal entrepreneurs, I’ve built a life rooted in hard work and purpose. Every season has taught me something new about grit, growth, and the art of turning passion into livelihood.

My Beliefs and Values

I believe in honoring old traditions while embracing new tools. Authenticity, resourcefulness, and integrity are the backbone of everything I create ~ whether it’s a meal cooked over coals or a business built from scratch.

Milestones That Matter

Building The Chicory House Bed & Breakfast, founding Iron & Adventure, and creating Dutch Oven Outfitters have all been milestones of love and perseverance. But the real reward is helping others find the courage to design a life they don’t need a vacation from.

What Drives Me

I’m driven by the belief that your lifestyle can be your livelihood. My mission is to help others ~ aspiring hosts, and dreamers ~ build sustainable income, freedom, and purpose through the seasonal lifestyle I know by heart.

Become a Vacation Rental Host: Are you ready to step into the business and not sure where to start. I'm here to help.

Join me at my vacation rental home-share and get a hands on experience of what it is really like before investing.

Tradition Meets Adventure: We honor the past by keeping outdoor cooking and primitive skills alive.

Authentic Experiences: No gimmicks. Just real skills, real adventures, and real memories.

Built for the Entrepreneur: Whether you want to step into a Vacation Rental Property or learn how to start your journey as an entrepreneur, we provide the step-by-step tools.

Where You Can Find Us

Online & In the Wild

Whether you’re exploring our travel guides, joining our community, or staying at our "Stay & Learn" location at The Chicory House B&B where you will get first hand experience before diving into a Vacation Rental Property, Iron & Adventure is more than a brand, t’s a lifestyle.