A man wearing a backpack, colorful socks, and hiking gear celebrating next to the Land of Enchantment border marker in New Mexico, with a desert landscape and blue sky in the background.

Rediscovering Time: Tim Voors on Thru-Hiking, Solitude, and Simplicity

Tim Voors has walked across continents, through deserts, forests, mountains, and coastlines. From the Pacific Crest and Continental Divide Trails in the U.S. to Japan’s 88 Temples Pilgrimage and the Te Araroa Trail in New Zealand, his journeys have reshaped his perspective on time, family, and the demands of modern life.

But Tim is also a father of three, a creative director, and a speaker who helps others make room for adventure, without leaving their lives behind. In this conversation, we explore what he calls pure simplicity: the clarity that comes from doing just one thing every day—walking.

We talk about the emotional build-up to his first long hike, how he involved his family in the process, and what changed when he returned. Tim shares practical ideas, such as his tradition of monthly one-on-one adventures with his children, and his decision to slowly transition from full-time work to a more intentional life model.

If you’re curious about solitude, wilderness, or simply carving out space for a different rhythm, this episode is for you.