About Chelsea & Julia!
At Roots Revival, we, Chelsea & Julia, craft inspiring retreats that fuse exhilarating adventures with the healing power of wellness, rooted in Ayurvedic sciences. Friends for 11 years, now business partners with a shared passion, we’re dedicated to guiding you through epic outdoor experiences, soul-soothing sound baths, and nourishing culinary delights. Our retreats are designed to ignite your adventurous spirit, restore balance, and foster connections in nature’s embrace. Curious about the duo behind the magic? Meet us below!
Julia Staley- Ayurvedic Counselor
I grew up in Germany where I spent most of my time riding horses, soaking in the outdoors and traveling as much as I possibly could. After graduating high school, I attended Colorado State University and graduated with an international business degree. I spent 12 years as a supply chain manager in logistics then built a business in the medical marijuana industry, which I later sold. As a wife and proud mom of two incredible kids, my life shifted when I reconnected with Ayurveda, a holistic practice I’d first encountered as a child in Germany. This ancient wisdom, rooted in balancing mind, body, and spirit, has become my guiding light. Now, as a certified Ayurvedic practitioner, I infuse my global travels, love for healthy food, and passion for nature’s bounty into our wellness retreats. Here, I share Ayurveda’s principles, emphasizing sustainable living, natural healing, and deep connections with people from all walks of life to help guests find harmony and embrace life’s beauty.
Chelsea Stills- Professional Photographer and Tour Business Owner
Hey there, I’m Chelsea Stills, aka The Hiking Mermaid! I’m a Texas native who traded flatlands for the rugged peaks of Colorado. Fun fact: just 8 days after moving here, I met my amazing husband, and we’ve been adventuring together for 12 incredible years! What started twelve years ago as showing out-of-town friends the magic of the Rockies turned into the 9th year of Estes Park Adventure Tours!
I live for guiding folks through Rocky Mountain National Park and watching their eyes light up at the towering pines, jagged peaks, and endless skies. It’s like seeing them fall in love with nature right before me, and I’m thrilled to make it happen! Those stunning photos on our site? Yup, that’s me behind the lens, capturing the wild beauty I’m obsessed with. I also love teaching photography on these adventures, helping people frame the perfect shot and take home memories that last forever.
Through my Roots Revival Retreat, I’m blending adventure, photography, and wellness to help folks reconnect with themselves and the great outdoors. It’s all about grounding, growing, and chasing what sets your soul on fire. My favorite saying? If it doesn’t excite you and scare you at the same time, is it really worth it! Comfort is the enemy of progress, and I’ve been pushing people past their comfort zones since I was born in ’82. So, come join me—let’s hit the trails, snap some epic shots, and dive into the good stuff, body, mind, and soul!
