Almost There Adventure Podcast

On this episode: our favorite episodes of 2023, format change, dogs, and another year in the books. It's our reflections on the year past, and a look ahead at what's next. In this Episode Top 3 Most Downloaded episodes from 2023 3 – Episode 86 – Carol Coyne on Thru-Hiking and Community 2 – Episode 87 – Nicole Antoinette on Writing, Hiking, and Self-Awareness 1 – Episode 83: Alicia Baker on Exploring Utah, Hiking with Dogs, and Guidebooks Our 2023 Highlights – A few of our favorite episodes Episode 78: The Knoth Family on Bikepacking Year-Round Episode 85: Benny Braden on Backpacking, Photography and Responsible Stewardship Episode 91: Elizabeth Person and the Art of Maps Episode 90: Kristen & Ville Lost the Map Episode 95: Alastair Humphreys and Adventures from Big to Micro Programming Changes for 2024 We are changing things up for our fourth year, switching to two “seasons” of episodes each year — one this spring launching in April and the second in September. And we're reserving the option of sneaking in a bonus episode in-between. What We Are Doing in 2024 Saveria with Adventurus Women has a bunch of trips, including the Tour du Mont Blanc at the end of September, and a trip to the Dolomites, AND their first “plus one” trip to Africa. Jeff is organizing the 10th year for the Six-Pack of Peaks Challenge Series— a series of 17 regional, self-paced, self-guided hiking challenges. Plus he is leading his first big group trip… to Patagonia this March. Plus, getting together with Jason and friends to hike the Timberline Trail this summer. One of Jason's big film projects Free Outside is now out to rent and watch on Apple TV, Amazon and elsewhere. Check it out. Favorite Memories from 2023 For Jason, his highlight was backpacking to Miter Basin with friends (sans Jeff), and he's looking forward to spending more time on his photography in 2024. Saveria's 2023 highlight was her group trip to Africa, where she also leveled-up her camera gear. She's looking forward to the Tour du Mont Blanc. Jeff's highlight? Hiking the 192-mile Coast to Coast Walk across England (with no rain over 17 days!), and he's looking most forward to Patagonia next. Become a Patron The Almost There Adventure Podcast is and will always be free. If you'd like to help us keep the lights on, we are now on Patreon, where you can support our work with a buck or two (or more) each month. Send us some green and help us keep the pod rolling!  Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: sheds, map grids, busking in Spain, and 5-to-9 adventures. We are talking with Alastair Humphreys, named as National Geographic Adventurer of the Year for his work on the concept of microadventures. He's had some big adventures, too, from cycling completely around the world in four years to canoeing 500 miles down the Yukon River. And along the way, he's authored 14 books inspiring people to find room for adventure in their daily lives. The funny thing about going all the way around the world is it makes you realize how little of the world you've actually seen. Alastair Humphries In this Episode Full Tilt: Ireland to India with a Bicycle – Dervla Murphy Sir Ranulph Fiennes – explorer and author Benedict Allen explorersweb.com A single map In the US, you can download your map from the USGS for free Episode 25 – Kolby Kirk Seek and Merlin – apps to identify plants and birds The Coast to Coast Walk Episode 24 – Jesse Blough and The Big Lonely Anna Brones – papercut art As I Walked Out One Midsummer Morning – Laurie Lee, and the book that inspired Alastair to busk his way badly across Spain Connect with Alastair Humphreys Website: alastairhumphreys.com Instagram: @al_humphreys Become a Patron The Almost There Adventure Podcast is and will always be free. If you'd like to help us keep the lights on, we are now on Patreon, where you can support our work with a buck or two (or more) each month. Send us some green and help us keep the pod rolling!  Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.  

On this episode: Hiking podcasts, the days, and getting a doctorate in hiker trash. We're talking with Collyn “Doc” Nielsen of Hiker Trash Radio. Hear how he got into hiking and backpacking, what inspired him to start his podcast, and the takeaways from recording over 300 episodes interviewing backpackers, thru-hikers and outdoor adventurers. In this Episode Hiker Trash Radio – Doc's podcast MILE, MILE & A HALF – the John Muir Trail documentary that inspired many of Doc's podcast guests Backcountry bidets, memorable guest stories and more. Connect with Doc HikerTrashRadio.com – official website of Doc's podcast Follow him on Instagram: @hikertrashradio Become a Patron The Almost There Adventure Podcast is and will always be free. If you'd like to help us keep the lights on, we are now on Patreon, where you can support our work with a bus or two (or more) each month. Send us some green and help us keep the pod rolling!  Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.  

On this episode: small successes, women porters, and the Himalaya. We're talking with Marinel de Jesus and Sara Frenning about the Porter Voice Collective and their project for a women-led trek on the Great Himalaya Trail. Marinel is a digital nomad, founder of Brown Gal Trekker, Equity Global Treks and The Porter Voice Collective, where Sara is a researcher. Both joined us from Nepal, which wis the longest distance we've recorded a show from to date. In this Episode KM 82: The Porter Voices of Peru's Camino Inca – a documentary project of The Porter Voice Collective Great Himalaya Trail – website Fundraiser for the Great Himalaya Trail trek Statistics on Nepal tourism (PDF) Connect with Marinel Brown Girl Trekker – Marinel's website Equity Global Treks The Porter Voice Collective Facebook: @browngaltrekker Instagram: @browngaltrekker X (formerly Twitter): @bgtexplorations Become a Patron The Almost There Adventure Podcast is and will always be free. If you'd like to help us keep the lights on, we are now on Patreon, where you can support our work with a bus or two (or more) each month. Send us some green and help us keep the pod rolling!  Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: the Colorado Trail, fighter planes, learning how to thru-hike, and Inspector Gadget. We invited Adam "Dreamer" Salinger back (he was in Episode 23) to share some of his most recent adventures, his approach to finding the best gear, and his new coaching and consulting services for long-distance hikers. In this Episode Yosemite Rim Loop The SF Bay Area Six-Pack of Peaks Challenge Adam's trip report and photos from the Colorado Trail Alpine Adventure Coaching Litesmith Garage Grown Gear Connect with Adam View his trip reports at Adam's Treks (website) and updates on Instagram @dreamer2000at Learn more about Adam's thru-hiker training and consulting services at Alpine Adventure Coaching (website) and on Instagram @alpineadventurecoaching Become a Patron The Almost There Adventure Podcast is and will always be free. If you'd like to help us keep the lights on, we are now on Patreon, where you can support our work with a bus or two (or more) each month. Send us some green and help us keep the pod rolling!  Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor commu

On this episode: maps, artificial intelligence, and lutefisk. We're talking with Elizabeth Person of Everett, Washington, an illustrator and cartographer who creates beautiful ink and watercolor maps for trails, parks and much-loved outdoor spaces. We talk about how summer trips to North Dakota in her dad's small plane led to her fascination with maps and geography, and how she turned her passion into a full-time business. In this Episode Metsker Maps in Seattle A look at Elizabeth's process Connect with Elizabeth Check out Elizabeth's website: elizabethperson.com Follow her on Instagram: @elizabeth_person or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/elizabethpersonart Become a Patron The Almost There Adventure Podcast is and will always be free. If you'd like to help us keep the lights on, we are now on Patreon, where you can support our work with a bus or two (or more) each month. Send us some green and help us keep the pod rolling!  Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: Yada-yada-yada, death vs thrash metal, lucha libra, and some pretty epic adventures. We sit down with Kristen and Ville Jokinen to talk about how they met scuba diving in Vietnam, went on to crew on a sailboat, thru-hike the Pacific Crest Trail, and ultimately biked from Alaska to Argentina — all with very little prior experience. They are currently on a book tour, and you can find where and when they will be in town on their website. In this Episode We Lost the Map – Kristen & Ville's website. Their trail names on the PCT: La Fonda and Eurotrash. Border crossing tip: go early and know about the local futbol teams. Connect with Kristen & Ville Jokinen You can keep up with Kristen and Ville at their website, We Lost the Map. Get their book: Joy Ride: A Bike Odyssey from Alaska to Argentina. Become a Patron The Almost There Adventure Podcast is and will always be free. If you'd like to help us keep the lights on, we are now on Patreon, where you can support our work with a bus or two (or more) each month. Send us some green and help us keep the pod rolling!  Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: California, Texas BBQ, fame, road trips, and negative YouTube comments. We're talking with Josh McNair of California Through My Lens. Josh started out mainly blogging and sharing his photography, and while he still does all of that, today his focus is on his two YouTube channels. This is a great episode for anyone who loves a good road trip and finding hidden gems. In this Episode Climbing Mount Shasta – Josh and Jeff climbed together The Six-Pack of Peaks Challenge – How Josh first learned about Jeff California Through My Lens – YouTube – Through My Lens Mile, Mile & a Half – A film about the John Muir Trail Huell Howser and California Gold Episode 50 – Scott Jones and the Unexpected Joys of Travel Quests Connect with Josh McNair You can learn more about Josh on his website: California Through My Lens, where you'll also find links to his YouTube channels and other social media. Become a Patron The Almost There Adventure Podcast is and will always be free. If you'd like to help us keep the lights on, we are now on Patreon, where you can support our work with a bus or two (or more) each month. Send us some green and help us keep the pod rolling!  Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: post-hike lunch, dividends, and getting off the couch. We're talking with Greg Sakowicz — Colorado resident, hiker, traveler and creator of FatManLittleTrail.com.  Greg started hiking after an injury got him thinking about his mental and physical health, and found a love for exploring trails and outdoor spaces well beyond his home in Colorado. In this Episode Summer update from Jeff, Saveria and Jason (or “Why episodes have been slow to go live?”). Coast to Coast Walk – 192 miles across England Adventurus Women events, 3,500 mile roadtrip, Angel's Landing, The Loneliest Highway and the Kodachrome Basin. And… work! The Fat Man Little Trail origin story Becoming a hiking newbie during the pandemic The good (and bad) of AllTrails Knowing your limits and remembering “the mountains will always be there.” Post-hike meals, or “How to avoid a caloric deficit.” REI dividends Pro tip: Take photos (“I'm not resting… I'm taking a photo!”) Volunteering with the Indian Peaks Wilderness Alliance The 52 Hike Challenge Connect with Greg Sakowicz You can learn more about Greg on his website: fatmanlittletrail.com Find Greg on Instagram @fatmanlittletrail Become a Patron The Almost There Adventure Podcast is and will always be free. If you'd like to help us keep the lights on, we are now on Patreon, where you can support our work with a bus or two (or more) each month. Send us some green and help us keep the pod rolling!  Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: paralysis of analysis, burning your gear, and giving up social media. We're talking with Nicole Antoinette— author, thru-hiker, former van lifer, and reformed indoor kid. Nicole is a recent Massachusetts resident, new puppy owner, PCT thru-hiker, and author of a new book How to be Alone – An 800-mile Hike on the Arizona Trail. In this Episode Thru-Hiking Will Break Your Heart – by Carrot Quinn, our guest on episode 44. The Arizona Trail – the hike which became the subject of Nicole's book. Connect with Nicole Antoinette You can learn more about Nicole on her website: www.nicoleantoinette.com Check out her Wild Letters newsletter on Substack. Become a Patron The Almost There Adventure Podcast is and will always be free. If you'd like to help us keep the lights on, we are now on Patreon, where you can support our work with a bus or two (or more) each month. Send us some green and help us keep the pod rolling!  Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: the Triple Crown, ceramics, corporate finance, and hot chocolate shots. We're talking with Carol “Cheer” Coyne, thru-hiker and founder of THRU-r.com – a community for thru-hikers, trail angels, and those who would like to be.  Carol got hooked by the Six-Pack of Peaks Challenge in 2017, and has since gone on to thru-hike the Pacific Crest Trail, the Continental Divide Trail, and is currently finishing her Triple Crown on the Appalachian Trail.  In this Episode Six-Pack of Peaks Challenge – rekindled her love of hiking adventures THRU-r.com – the hiker community founded by Carol ADZPCTKO – the now-defunct “kick-off” event for the Pacific Crest Trail Goat Haunt Ranger Station – where they check your passport before you head south on the CDT Connect with Carol Coyne You can find Carol on Instagram @carollcoyne or on YouTube @cheeronthetrail where she currently posting from her AT thru-hike. Be sure to check out her hiker community at THRU-r.com and her hike-inspired ceramics at Dirtbag Ceramics. And if you're interested, you can give her Hike Turnt playlist on Spotify a spin. Become a Patron The Almost There Adventure Podcast is and will always be free. If you'd like to help us keep the lights on, we are now on Patreon, where you can support our work with a bus or two (or more) each month. Send us some green and help us keep the pod rolling!  Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: the Smokies 900-Miler, being a documentary star, and picking up litter and being a good steward. We're talking with avid backpacker and public lands advocate Benny Braden. Benny is the founder and CEO of Responsible Stewardship, Inc., a 501(c)3 all volunteer, action based nonprofit organization that is dedicated to restoring public lands, outdoor spaces and communities that's been affected by illegal dump site and litter irresponsibly left behind by others. In 2017 Benny set the fastest known time (FKT) for the Smokies 900-Miler. He actually did this twice in the same year. His fastest mileage and time set was 924 miles in 43 days. He still holds the record for the most efficient miles for the Smokies 900-Miler.  Benny has around 9,000 miles under his belt with expeditions all over the world. From hiking coast to coast across Scotland to hiking 90 miles along the coast of the Black Sea in Turkey. He's also thru-hiked the Benton McKaye Trail, John Muir Trail, High Sierra Trail, Uinta Highline Trail, Long Trail, Resurrection Pass Trail, Ocean To Lake Trail, and many more.  He also was featured in the documentary HIGHLINE. A 2020 documentary featuring five friends who hike the Uinta Highline Trail and share their personal story as to why they hike. Benny shares his story as a retired EMT/Firefighter/Rescue Dive who struggles with Post Traumatic Stress (PTS). In this Episode Smokies 900-Miler – where Benny set an FKT MILE, MILE & A HALF – inspired Benny to hike the John Muir Trail HIGHLINE – a documentary with Benny and others The Great Outdoor Challenge – an annual “choose-your-own-adventure” hiking challenge across Scotland Highlander Adventure – Benny participated in their Big Bear event in 2022 Save Our Smokies Kudzu – an invasive non-native vine found in the south Connect with Benny Braden You can find Benny on Instagram @therealbennybraden You can learn more about Responsible Stewardship, Inc and the amazing work they do at: https://www.responsiblestewardship.org/ and on IG @responsiblestewardship. Become a Patron The Almost There Adventure Podcast is and will always be free. If you'd like to help us keep the lights on, we are now on Patreon, where you can support our work with a bus or two (or more) each month. Send us some green and help us keep the pod rolling!  Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.  

On this episode: Earth Month, wishcycling, ocean pollution, and sustainable packaging. We're talking with Brook Hopper from A New Earth Project about something any of us who have purchased outdoor gear is familiar with: packaging… and how we can do so much better. In this Episode A New Earth Project – Sustainable packaging solutions. You can also follow them on Instagram @anewearthproject and check out their YouTube series. Wishcycling – “hoping” that item you put in the recycling bin is recyclable, and actually does get recycled. Many items marked recyclable are not curb-side recyclable. Connect with Brook Hopper You can find Brook at brookhopper.com and learn more about sustainable packaging at A New Earth Project. Become a Patron The Almost There Adventure Podcast is and will always be free. If you'd like to help us keep the lights on, we are now on Patreon, where you can support our work with a bus or two (or more) each month. Send us some green and help us keep the pod rolling!  Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: favorite overcrowded hikes, booties, and hiking with dogs. We're talking with Alicia Baker, hiker, trail runner, outdoor blogger and guidebook author currently based in Utah. She's often seen on the trail with her golden lab therapy dog Charlie, and she's currently training for her first 50k trail run. In this Episode 52 Hike Challenge – which led to Alicia writing Salt Lake City's Best 52 Hikes Bryce Canyon Ultra Connect with Alicia Baker You can find Alicia on her website: girlonahike.com, on Instagram @girlonahike, and on YouTube at (you guessed it) YouTube.com/girlonahike. You can find her books on Amazon: Hiking Utah's County High Points Salt Lake City's Best 52 Hikes Become a Patron The Almost There Adventure Podcast is and will always be free. If you'd like to help us keep the lights on, we are now on Patreon, where you can support our work with a bus or two (or more) each month. Send us some green and help us keep the pod rolling!  Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: tortoise helicopters, misplaced vs lost, and names that sound like trail names, but aren't. We're talking with adventurer, triple-crown thru-hiker, and wildlife biologist Sage Clegg. We talk with Sage about her “name-name”, her path to thru-hiking — which also led to her working with desert tortoises — and building a life that allows her to prioritize outdoor adventure. In this Episode Grand Enchantment Trail in New Mexico/Arizona Outward Bound Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) – Sage hiked southbound (SOBO) Yogi's PCT Guide Continental Divide Trail (CDT) Appalachian Trail (AT) The Triple Crown Learn More About Desert Tortoises Desert Tortoise Council Ironwood Consulting sometimes hiring for studies Become a Patron The Almost There Adventure Podcast is and will always be free. If you'd like to help us keep the lights on, we are now on Patreon, where you can support our work with a bus or two (or more) each month. Send us some green and help us keep the pod rolling!  Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: mountain bike racing, the 80% rule, and trail maintenance. We're chatting with professional mountain bike athlete, cycling coach and trail advocate Emma Maaranen. We talk with her about how she entered the world of professional racing, why she ended up started a new women's mountain bike racing team, the chaos of a race start, the most important training day of the week, and much more. In this Episode Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) – getting a UCI pro license gets you into more races Bowen Sports Performance – where Emma coaches Moab Rocks – a 3-day stage race where Emma realized she had been over-training Sisters Stampede – see the photo gallery  TransRockies Race Series – next up for Emma in 2023 COTA – the Central Oregon Trail Alliance (where Emma pays “rent” on her “office”) Connect with Renee Patrick You can find her on Instagram @emmamaaranen and on YouTube also @emmamaaranen Become a Patron The Almost There Adventure Podcast is and will always be free. If you'd like to help us keep the lights on, we are now on Patreon, where you can support our work with a bus or two (or more) each month. Send us some green and help us keep the pod rolling!  Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: the Oregon Desert Trail, hikertrash, the Campmor catalog, and ground-truthing. We're talking with Renee Patrick, self-identified as hikertrash who has been hiking for decades and is currently coordinator for the Oregon Desert Trail. Renee is a triple-crown thru-hiker with over 20 years of experience planning, hiking, and improving long-distance trails. She is an environmentalist and passionate outdoor enthusiast who believes that long-distance hiking can deepen our relationship with the landscapes and environmental issues that desperately need more advocates   In this Episode Oregon Desert Trail – A 750-mile route that traverses some of the most spectacular natural areas of the state's dry side, including the Oregon Badlands Wilderness, Hart Mountain National Antelope Refuge, Steens Mountain, the Pueblo Mountains and the Owyhee Canyonlands. The Peace Corps (unintentionally) helped prepare Renee for long-distance hiking Appalachian Trail – Renee's first thru-hike Pacific Crest Trail – One of her favorite distance trails Wonderland Trail Arizona Trail Continental Divide Trail – Capped off her Triple Crown Apps: FarOut Guides and Gaia GPS Blue Mountains Trail and Renee's article on the history of the trail. Ground truthing: the facts that are found when a location shown on a map, air photograph, or satellite image is checked on the ground (i.e. hiked), as validation. And while the newsprint Campmor catalog may be a memory, the company is still around online. Connect with Renee Patrick She-ra Hikes – Her personal website Renee Patrick – Long Distance Trail Consulting – Renee provides insight and services to help long-distance trail organizations and developers to improve the hiking experience and inspire action on behalf of the environment. You can find her on Instagram @wearehikertrash Become a Patron The Almost There Adventure Podcast is and will always be free. If you'd like to help us keep the lights on, we are now on Patreon, where you can support our work with a bus or two (or more) each month. Send us some green and help us keep the pod rolling!  Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: thru-hiking, Wolff's Law, stretching your hip flexors, and nose breathing. We're talking with Lee Welton, PCT thru-hiker, physical therapist assistant, and personal trainer. We talk about how to train for completing long hikes injury-free. Lee “Flick” Welton thru-hiked the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) in 2018. As he was preparing for the trek in 2017, he found that there weren't a lot of great resources that focused on training for long distance thru-hikes, so he founded Trailside Fitness, where he provides personal, online training for aspiring thru-hikers, helping them prepare and complete their thru-hikes injury-free. You can also find Lee on Instagram @trailside_fitness and be sure to check out his YouTube channel for great content on training, recovery and more. It's good information for all hikers. In this Episode Pacific Crest Trail Wolff's Law Is long-distance thru-hiking good for your body? It might come down to what you eat during your thru-hike. Become a Patron The Almost There Adventure Podcast is and will always be free. If you'd like to help us keep the lights on, we are now on Patreon, where you can support our work with a bus or two (or more) each month. Send us some green and help us keep the pod rolling!  Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: cheese, cat motels, is math the worst subject, and bikepacking as a family. We're talking with The Knoth Family: Rob, Dawn Rae, and Max. They've been bikepacking as a family for nine years, and spend about a month of nights camping outside each year on their year-round bikepacking trips… all while holding down full-time jobs and school. About The Knoth Family Find Dawn Rae on Instagram @dawnraek and Rob @robknoth. They invite you to reach out with any questions about bikepacking. Mentioned on this Episode Oregon Timber Trail Baja Divide Ride with GPS Become a Supporter! The Almost There Adventure Podcast is and will always be free. If you'd like to help us keep the lights on, we are now on Patreon, where you can support our work with a bus or two (or more) each month. Send us some green and help us keep the pod rolling!  Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: art school, communism, and being out in the wild. We're talking with Patrick Dunn, climber and founder of OUT in the Wild, an organization that makes the outdoors more inclusive for the LGBTQ+ community and teaching technical climbing skills. About Patrick Haling from the infamous beaches of the Jersey Shore, Patrick moved to the west coast in search of adventure and queer community. After struggling to find the queer outdoor community he hoped for, he started OUT in the Wild to create a space for LGBTQ+ folks to connect with each other in the outdoors and learn new skills. Patrick has been climbing since he was 18 years old and started guiding in 2019. Through guiding he loves to share his passion for climbing and the outdoors. In his spare time, he is also an artist and amateur chef! You can learn more about Patrick and OUT in the Wild here: OUT in the Wild official website Follow @out_inthewild on Instagram Become a Patron The Almost There Adventure Podcast is and will always be free. If you'd like to help us keep the lights on, we are now on Patreon, where you can support our work with a bus or two (or more) each month. Send us some green and help us keep the pod rolling!  Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: 2022, our favorite episodes, and plans for 2023. This is a shorter version — no guests — just Jason, Saveria and Jeff looking back on the past year and ahead to 2023. Become a Patron The Almost There Adventure Podcast is and will always be free. If you'd like to help us keep the lights on, we are now on Patreon, where you can support our work with a bus or two (or more) each month. Send us some green and help us keep the pod rolling!  Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: Quiet quitting, rest, walks in nature, and sea turtles. We're talking with Jill Rose, a life coach for women working in the realm of burn-out. She helps women find rest, which can seem to run counter to the active outdoor lifestyle, but is necessary to refuel the tank. We talk about the layers of rest, and how rest can help us be happier, better balanced and ultimately perform better in other areas of our lives. Before you do anything in the morning, get centered. Jill Rose Our conversation ran the gamut, covering the impact of social media, how rest looks different for each of us, and practical ways to “reset” during this busy season. We close the podcast with Jill leading us in a short breathing exercise that you can take with us. Connect with Jill Rose You can learn more about Jill Rose and her coaching at her website, Jill Rose Coaching and on Instagram @jillrosecoaching, or via email at info@jillrosecoaching.com. Become a Patron The Almost There Adventure Podcast is and will always be free. If you'd like to help us keep the lights on, we are now on Patreon, where you can support our work with a bus or two (or more) each month. Send us some green and help us keep the pod rolling!  Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: Norman's 13, rubrics, and 100 FKTs. We're talking with Jason Hardrath, badass hiker, running, and collector of FKTs. Jason was a world-class triathlete until he went through the windshield in a car accident. Doctors said he'd have to leave that part of his life behind, and front that point, he was determined to come back. During his recovery he got to the point where he could hike. From hiking, he started peak-bagging. And soon, he was doing more technical climbs that required acquiring new skills. Since then, he's gone on to accumulate 115 (and counting) historical fastest known time (FKT) records. Jason's story is an incredible inspirational tale of rehabilitation, grit and determination. We talk about the experience of some of his FKTs, the missed FKTs, and inspiring his students (he's an elementary phys-ed teacher when he's not collecting FKTs). PLUS… we learn about the process behind the creation of the film, Journey to 100, documenting his FKT on the Bulger 100. Mentioned in this Episode fastestknowntime.com Strava Jason gets the FKT on the Bulger 100 Norman's 13 Journey to 100 – YouTube The Yosemite Picnic Connect with Jason online at jasonhardrath.com and IG @jasonhardrath Become a Patron The Almost There Adventure Podcast is and will always be free. If you'd like to help us keep the lights on, we are now on Patreon, where you can support our work with a bus or two (or more) each month. Send us some green and help us keep the pod rolling!  Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.  

On this episode: world premieres, documentaries, and the Colorado Trail. We're talking with Jeff “Legend” Garmire, Dylan Harris and our very own Jason Fitzpatrick about their new documentary FREE OUTSIDE. On August 28, 2020, Jeff Garmire set out to break the unsupported Colorado Trail record. His goal was to hike 485 miles without resupply or outside assistance in under 9.5 days. No film crew had ever captured an unsupported record before. They would have no contact with Garmire for the entire journey. FREE OUTSIDE follows Legend's FKT attempt on the 486-mile Colorado Trail.   Show Notes 00:33 – Introducing Dylan Harris, Jeff “Legend” Garmire and FREE OUTSIDE 02:00 – What is FREE OUTSIDE all about? 03:35 – The rules of an “unsupported” fastest known time (FKT) and how they have changed 10:00 – Carrying batteries, cameras and memory cards for self-filming the FKT attempt (and all the other stuff you're carrying) 12:35 – The blister-popping scene 13:30 – How Dylan got into the outdoors, film and video 16:08 – Dylan's 27 day thru-hike of the Colorado Trail 19:45 – The world premiere of FREE OUTSIDE  22:40 – What was it like to see the footage from two different perspectives? 25:05 – What Dylan's been doing since filming FREE OUTSIDE 28:35 – Legend's FKT on the John Muir Trail 38:00 – Respect for the Long Trail (and a throwback to Episode 2).   39:45 – Next on Legend's FKT to-do list 44:10 – Dylan's film THE PARTICPANT and running a 100-mile race 60:00 – Wrap-up Mentioned in this Episode FREE OUTSIDE premieres on Tuesday, November 15th in Denver, Colorado. You can get tickets at https://holdmyticket.com/event/403195. THE PARTICIPANT – Dylan's film about his experience running in a 100-mile race Follow Legend @thefreeoutside Follow Dylan @spiritofdylan and Dylan Harris Films on YouTube Become a Patron The Almost There Adventure Podcast is and will always be free. If you'd like to help us keep the lights on, we are now on Patreon, where you can support our work with a bus or two (or more) each month. Send us some green and help us keep the pod rolling!  Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: mantras, apparel, and fitness is for everybody. We are talking with Adina Crawford, a athlete and yogini working to bring more diversity and inclusivity into the fitness space. Adina–aka Deanie the Yogini–is a certified yoga instructor, mentor, and community advocate. She brings her energy, passion and enthusiasm and shares it with those around her… including you as you listen to this episode! Show Notes 00:33 – Introducing Adina 01:25 – How Adina first got into yoga 02:50 – Why the fitness space needs more diversity and inclusivity 04:00 – Snowshoeing with Saveria and AdventurUs Women 06:00 – Adina's schedule 07:57 – How Adina started running everything from 10Ks to marathons 17:00 – Adina's passion for yoga 26:03 – What does an athlete look like? 29:00 – The importance of learning (coaching, training, etc.) 34:45 – Finding and creating inspiration 36:30 – What needs to improve in the areas of diversity and inclusion 44:10 – What's going on at AdventurUs Women You can find Adina on Instagram @adinavcrawford Mentioned in this Episode AdventurUs Women Black Girls Run Black Girls Do Bike Become a Patron The Almost There Adventure Podcast is and will always be free. If you'd like to help us keep the lights on, we are now on Patreon, where you can support our work with a bus or two (or more) each month. Send us some green and help us keep the pod rolling!  Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: land crabs, sewing machines that talk, a brief history of zippers in the U.S., and upcycling. We are talking with Hannah Finazzo Krueger, owner of the Salty Boob, a company that makes awesome bike bags upcycled from used kite surfing material. Show Notes 01:10 – Introducing Hannah 03:30 – Background on the upcycled materials Hannah uses for her bike bags 10:20 – How Hannah started 23:00 – Sewing and Hannah's talking sewing machine 28:40 – Is bikepacking with a 4-year old the newest extreme sport? 32:00 – Teaching others to sew 44:20 – Where does The Salty Boob go from here? 51:15 – Let's talk about zippers 62:15 – Connecting with Hannah and wrap-up You can find The Salty Boob bike bags online and at thesaltyboob.life. You can also connect with Hannah @thesaltyboob on IG. Mentioned in this Episode The Salty Boob – Etsy Wanderlust Tours The Christmas Island crab migration Frostline Kits Gear Fix The Rugged Thread Become a Patron The Almost There Adventure Podcast is and will always be free. If you'd like to help us keep the lights on, we are now on Patreon, where you can support our work with a bus or two (or more) each month. Send us some green and help us keep the pod rolling!  Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: Sierra cups, self-arresting, safety, and learning to live. We're talking with Ned Tibbits. Ned has worked as a U.S.F.S Wilderness Ranger, Rural and Urban Paramedic, Professional and Volunteer Ski Patrolman, Sheriff's Department Search & Rescue Member, and currently maintains certificates in Emergency Medical Technician-Instructor, NOLS Wilderness EMT, the National Ski Patrol, the Wilderness Medical Society's Fellow and Diploma in Mountain Medicine status, Amateur Radio, and Search & Rescue Instructor. Ned has thru-hiked the Pacific Crest Trail (1974), bicycle-camped 5,000 miles in Europe (1979), completed half of the Continental Divide Trail (1980), and hiked, skied, and snow-shoed his favorite trail, the John Muir Trail many times. Show Notes 01:10 – Introducing Ned Tibbits  03:50 – Why are more people getting in trouble on the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) this year? 07:45 – The "WILD" effect and the importance of preparation and training 11:55 – What Ned learned from thru-hiking the PCT in 1974 14:50 – Advice for future PCT thru-hikers 18:40 – Self-arrest tools and recommendations on snow travel skills 33:20 – The transformative personal impact of thru-hiking the PCT 38:00 – Ned's "Learning to Live" series 44:30 – The internal challenges of thru-hiking  48:00 – Trip research: Vetting sources for information online 53:40 – Connecting with Ned and Wrap-up You can find Ned on Facebook and his website MountainEducation.org or via email at ned@mountaineducation.org. Mentioned in this Episode The classic Sierra Cup The Pacific Crest Trail The Black Diamond Whippet Wilderness Travel Course Become a Patron The Almost There Adventure Podcast is and will always be free. If you'd like to help us keep the lights on, we are now on Patreon, where you can support our work with a bus or two (or more) each month. Send us some green and help us keep the pod rolling!  Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: Mantras, billionaires ranches, fried chicken, DFL, and Yellowstone. We're talking with Gary Chrisman an amazing bikepacker with a long history of outdoor adventures — skiing, BMX, backpacking and more. We talk about his “soulful cycling challenge” circumnavigating the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, riding 1,200 miles with 85,000 feet of elevation gain over 14 days. This conversation with Gary reminded us that epic adventure can start right at your doorstep. Show Notes 01:10 – Introducing Gary Chrisman 05:20 – What it was like when he started mountain biking in the late 1980s. 08:10 – Overview of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem ride (the GYE) 14:40 – The health of the GYE from the view of a bike 17:00 – Is the GYE an adventure that others can tackle? 19:00 – Highs and lows on the GYE 26:30 – How much food, water, etc. did you carry and what did resupply look like? 31:30 – What bike did you take on the GYE? 38:45 – Upcoming adventures  42:00 – Mapping and tools for route planning 47:15 – E-bikes 50:30 – Tubeless tires 53:35 – Other recent adventures  57:05 – What are some mantras that work for you? 67:50 – Wrap-up You can find Gary on Instagram at @tetonmntrider Mentioned in this Episode Skyline to the Sea Trail in Santa Cruz Greater Yellowstone Coalition Salsa Fargo San Juan Huts Caribou Loop Trail Ride With GPS White Rim Trail Jay Petervery The Oregon Timber Trail The Big Lonely Become a Patron The Almost There Adventure Podcast is and will always be free. If you'd like to help us keep the lights on, we are now on Patreon, where you can support our work with a bus or two (or more) each month. Send us some green and help us keep the pod rolling!  Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: Ultramans, the lakes of Arizona, “DFL,” and “are all race directors sadists?” We're talking with Jen McVeay, race director for Ultraman Florida, Ultraman Arizona, and a whole bunch of events on Oahu where she lives.   Show Notes 01:00 – Introducing Jen McVeay 03:30 – What is an “Ultraman” race? 05:00 – Crewing for a competitor 07:00 – What is the maximum number of competitors at an Ultraman race? 08:45 – How do you qualify to do an Ultraman race? 11:05 – The role of the race director, and when do you start planning an event? 15:50 – How Jen became a race director 26:15 – The lakes of Arizona and in the inaugural Ultraman Arizona 33:00 – Jen recruits Jeff and Jason to crew (and finding crew members in general)   36:00 – Building community among the athletes and crews 42:20 – Are all race directors sadists? 49:40 – The 2023 dates for Ultraman Florida and Ultraman Arizona 50:50 – What advice or motivation would you give to an athlete interested in making the jump to an Ultraman race?  57:35 – Crewing an event in Alaska 59:10 – Wrap-up  Mentioned in this Episode Ultraman Arizona Ultraman Florida Tropical Triple Crown Hibiscus Half Marathon Become a Patron The Almost There Adventure Podcast is and will always be free. If you'd like to help us keep the lights on, we are now on Patreon, where you can support our work with a bus or two (or more) each month. Send us some green and help us keep the pod rolling!  Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: bars, gear stickers, Kansas, and real food. We're talking with Kate Schade, founder of Kate's Real Food, which makes what Forbes magazine says is the “best little energy bar in America.”   Show Notes 01:00 – Introducing Kate Schade 02:20 – A bit about “the Tram Bar” and how Kate's Real Food got started 06:50 – Making the jump into retail 10:35 – Going nationwide 15:50 – How you get someone to move from the Teton Valley to Pennsylvania 16:30 – Growing pains and challenges 20:30 – How big is Kate's Real Food today? 21:00 – What is the bar business like? Friendly or “savage?” 23:05 – Rearranging the bars in the stores   30:30 – How do you spend time outdoors these days? 33:15 – How Teton Valley and Jackson have changed since the '90s 37:10 – Figuring out work/life balance and dealing with burnout 43:10 – When was the moment when you realized you had made it? 44:45 – Next up for Kate's Real Food (and Kate) 52:00 – Wrap-up  Mentioned in this Episode Kate's Real Food Find Kate on Instagram @schadeykate Become a Patron The Almost There Adventure Podcast is and will always be free. If you'd like to help us keep the lights on, we are now on Patreon, where you can support our work with a bus or two (or more) each month. Send us some green and help us keep the pod rolling! Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.  

On this episode: man against horse; running in jorts; and cheese-rolling racing. We're talking with Peter Mortimer, ultra-runner in search of his breaking point. Show Notes 01:00 – Introducing Peter Mortimer 01:50 – The Cocodona 250 02:40 – How Peter got into running (and eventually ultra-running) 05:50 – Man Against Horse 10:50 – The Barkley Fall Classic and the Barkley Marathon 15:25 – Favorite ultra-race – The Dragon's Back Race in Wales 21:45 – The role of the pacer 24:20 – Coaching 29:10 – What is a typical training week look like? 34:50 – 8 More Miles 40:30 – How do you approach an ultra-race? 44:25 – Hallucinations on a race 46:30 – How physically painful is running a 100 mile race? 48:25 – What's on your bucket list? 55:00 – What kind of distances Peter coaches for 56:50 – Cheese-Rolling Race 60:00 – How to find Peter Mentioned in this Episode Cocodona 250 Broken Arrow Man Against Horse Barkley Fall Classic Barkley Marathon Dragon's Back Race Squirrel's Nut Butter Western States 100 8 More Miles Coaching – Peter's coaching website Tor des Géants Liège-Bastogne-Liège We are the Champions (trailer for the cheese rolling race) Strava (Peter's profile) Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.  

On this episode: guidebooks, boondocking, breakfast burritos, and the best hiking in Northern California. We're talking with hiking guidebook author and boondocking aficionado John Soares. Show Notes 00:35 – Introducing John Soares and how he grew to love the outdoors 03:30 – The Trinity Alps, Burney Falls, and social media 08:10 – Why skipping the campfire is a great idea 11:25 – Managing expectations and avoiding crowds? 18:00 – Why use a guidebook when there are so many online resources? 21:31 – How John became a guidebook author 28:10 – What John drives for boondocking and dispersed camping (no, you don't need 4WD) 32:20 – Updating guidebooks 35:00 – What is dispersed camping, and how do you get started? 50:00 – Great hikes in the Shasta area (for the next time Jason drives up to Bend) Mentioned in this Episode Find details of John's Northern California hiking guidebooks at NorthernCaliforniaHikingTrails.com.   Get info on John's book Camp for Free: Dispersed Camping & Boondocking on America's Public Lands along with a dispersed camping gear checklist and info on related apps and resources at DispersedCamping.net. Interested in journaling your hiking and camping experiences? See the journals John has created for you to fill in at GetOutsidePress.com.  Find John's Northern California Hiking Trails Facebook page here.  Seven Suns Coffee in Shasta (get a breakfast burrito) The Fifth Season – great gear shop in Shasta GetOutsidePress.com Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: surf films, directing Bill Murray, and being a filmmaker in the digital age. We're talking with Jason Baffa, filmmaker, surfer, and sometimes maker of surf films. Show Notes 00:35 – Announcing Jason's new show CHASING WAVES 02:40 – Introducing Jason Baffa  10:00 – Meeting Bill Murray and getting him to narrate Loopers 12:00 – What is a Bolex? 14:20 – Film vs digital and the impact on how you shoot 29:15 – How Chasing Waves came to be 34:20 – Did you grow up spending time outdoors? 52:30 – Advice for aspiring surf filmmakers 57:50 – The Revenge of Little Joey (and Fitz's missing stunt driver credit) Connect with Jason on his website jasonbaffafilms.com, on Instagram @jasonbaffafilms and on YouTube. Mentioned in this Episode Chasing Waves – watch on Disney+ One California Day Bella Vita Loopers: The Caddies Long Walk Bolex The Revenge of Little Joey Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: JMT, hiking amnesia, cairns, and grief. We're talking with Beth Jeffery, hiker extraordinaire and founder of The Cairn Connection. She started hiking in 2014 and has gone on to hike the JMT four times, summited Mount Whitney eleven times, climbed Mount Kilimanjaro, Mount Hood, and turned personal tragedy into an opportunity to help others. Show Notes 00:35 – Introducing Beth Jeffery and how she got started hiking back in 2014 03:30 – How climbing Mount Whitney started a transformation  05:30 – Why the movie MILE, MILE & A HALF is on her phone 08:30 – Her son's unexpected death, life on and off trail, and quitting her job 13:00 – Starting The Cairn Connection 23:15 – Volunteering with Search-and-Rescue 25:30 – What built her confidence in her journey 29:05 – What is so special about the John Muir Trail 35:30 – Beth's process for preparing to explore a new place Connect with Beth on Instagram @jmtgirl and on her website at The Cairn Connection. Mentioned in this Episode The Six-Pack of Peaks Challenge Mile, Mile & a Half The Cairn Connection Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.  

On this episode: The Far Side, browser tabs, YouTube analytics, and reluctant running. We're talking with Brendan Leonard, illustrator, writer, film maker and ultra trail runner and creator of Semi-Rad.com. Show Notes 00:35 – Introducing Brendan Leonard 02:55 – The story behind the birth of Semi-Rad.com 09:50 – Where did you get started writing? 14:20 – Sources of inspiration 20:15 – What are the things that grab your attention these days? 22:15 – How Brendan got into outdoor adventures 28:45 – Making adventure films 35:58 – YouTube analytics fun and “going viral” 42:40 – A typical week in the life of Brendan Leonard 45:20 – What inspired you to get into ultra running? 55:30 – Browser tabs throw-down 60:00 – Wrapping up Mentioned in this Episode Find Brendan online at Semi-Rad.com REI Presents: How to Run 100 Miles Follow Brendan on Instagram @semi_rad Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: World records, cedar trees and ravens, rugby, and the best way to buy books if you want to benefit authors. We're talking with Steph Jagger, author of Unbound, in which she chronicles a journey skiing and “accidentally” getting the most vertical feet skied in a year, and her new book Everything Left to Remember. Show Notes 00:35 – Introducing Steph Jagger 02:40 – How Steph accidentally got the world record for the total vertical feet skied in one year 04:35 – Skiing in South America 06:35 – As a writer, describe the process of writing the second book 13:22 – What Everything Left to Remember is about 29:30 – Special moments from the trip that you will always hold tight? 32:20 – Old Faithful, living in the moment and experiencing the beauty 38:30 – Growing up skiing and playing rugby  45:00 – Advice to anyone who wants to write a book about their journeys  49:00 – How Steph selected the quotes that appear at the beginning of each chapter 56:40 – Where to get the new book (which comes out on April 26, 2022), and why pre-ordering is awesome for authors 60:00 – The Adventurus Women Book Club with Steph (supporting the Alzheimer's non-profit Hilarity for Charity) Mentioned in this Episode Find Steph online at www.stephjagger.com and on Instagram @stephjagger Order the book (or pre-order!) on Amazon or on Bookshop.org Support the Alzheimer's non-profit Hilarity for Charity Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: Hiking in Washington, lungs, and women of color who summit mountains. We're talking with Nash Mazwho is organizing a fundraising climb with eleven women of color for the American Lung Association as part of the Climb for Clean Air. Show Notes 00:35 – Introducing Nash Maz 02:00 – Connecting with her team for their climb on Mt Tahoma (aka Mount Rainier) 04:00 – Fundraising for the climb 06:30 – How Nash got started hiking 08:15 – Getting into mountaineering 10:30 – Switching careers and a dream job at the American Lung Association 15:25 – What are some of your favorite hikes in Washington? 16:50 – What hikes do they do to train for their climb? 22:53 – What other mountains are in her sights in the future? 26:15 – Lungs, clean air, and wild fires 29:10 – Women of color in the outdoors 32:00 – Type 2 adventures (or, everyone suffers at some point) 34:50 – How can people help with the fundraising? Mentioned in this Episode Team Fundraising Page Nash's Fundraising Page RMI – Guide for their Tahoma climb Women of Color Who Summit – The climbing team's Instagram account Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: The “Brad Pitt” of cougars, wildlife over crossings, and “The Californians”. We're talking with Beth Pratt, Regional Executive Director, California at National Wildlife Federation about the upcoming wildlife crossing over “The” 101 freeway in Los Angeles at Liberty Canyon and her work as an advocate for wildlife. Show Notes 00:40 – Introducing Beth Pratt 04:00 – Who is P-22 and what and where is this wildlife crossing? 13:35 – The story of how the Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing went from dream to ground breaking 18:00 – Why is it important to connect open spaces for wildlife, and what can we do as individuals to help? 21:30 – What animals will benefit from the wildlife crossing? 28:00 – P-22 Day (October 22nd) 30:55 – Approaching wildlife advocacy from an MBA perspective 35:35 – What is the impact this wildlife crossing will have? 43:00 – Design considerations for wildlife crossings Mentioned in this Episode Mission accomplished: Beth Pratt raised millions for a freeway overpass for L.A. cougars – LA Times #SaveLACougars Episode 16: Riffin' with Griff, Super Nature Nerd National Wildlife Federation Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: Brisket, woolly adelgids, and summer camp for adults. In our second Women's History Month podcast episode, we talk with Kate Gates, co-owner of the Mulberry Gap Adventure Basecamp in the southern Appalachian foothills of north Georgia. Show Notes 00:40 – Introducing Kate of Mulberry Gap Adventure Basecamp 03:50 – A bit about Mulberry Gap 06:05 – Let's talk about the food (and brisket) 10:05 – Why Mulberry Gap is perfect for mountain bikers (and other outdoor adventurers) 21:05 – The growth of mountain biking and bikepacking in the south 28:00 – Outdoor adventures available in the area 29:23 – The summer camp experience 33:15 – What it's like living where you work 40:40 – How the property has evolved over the years 44:30 – Wildlife in the area 46:45 – The woolly adelgid 51:39 – Wrap-up Mentioned in this Episode The Woolly Adelgid is an Aphid (pronounced A-fid). That link provides a more scientific explanation of what these terrible creatures do. Adel-Rid is the company Andrew works for. Here's a photo that depicts their demise if left untreated.   Mulberry Gap Adventure Basecamp – official website. You can also find them on Facebook and Instagram at @mulberrygapadvbasecamp Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: Search and rescue, being an “adventure mom” and this is our first of a series of weekly episodes celebrating Women's History Month in March. We're talking with Christa Nash Webber, Bend resident (via Hong Kong), mom of two, search and rescue team member, and coordinator for She Jumps.   Show Notes 00:35 – Introducing Christa 02:15 – Living in Hong Kong for 11 years 11:00 – How they ended up in Bend, Oregon 14:09 – How does it work volunteering with Search-and-Rescue? 22:00 – She Jumps 34:45 – What are the top mistakes people make that necessitates SAR getting involved? 43:30 – What does a day of fun look like for Christa? 48:00 – Wrap-up Mentioned in this Episode Asia-Pacific Adventure – Where Christa worked while living in Hong Kong Deschutes Search-and-Rescue – Christa volunteers and recruits for SAR. Check out the cool videos at the bottom of the page. She Jumps IG: @she_colorsnature Expedition Oregon – A crazy race Christa is doing this spring Pole Pedal Paddle – Central Oregon Six-Pack of Peaks Challenge Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: Oklahoma, sharks, laws in Florida, and finding adventure. We're talking with journalist explorer Kinga Philipps. Show Notes 00:30 – Introducing Kinga 03:00 – Immigrating from Poland 06:10 – About the FINDING ADVENTURE show 10:20 – Shark conservation and diving with sharks 19:00 – Why sharks are important 26:05 – What it's like to be out filming a series (the fun/work ratio) 31:10 – Scariest things that have happened on her adventures 38:35 – Swimming with bull sharks 45:00 – Finding Kinga online Mentioned in this Episode Extinction Soup Connect with Kinga online KingaPhilipps.com and on IG: @kingaphilipps Finding Adventure – show on Very Local Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: Canada, Skijoring, and a glossary of ski terms. We're talking with Ingrid Granlin, owner and instructor at Glide Nordic in Bend, Oregon. Show Notes 0:30 – Introducing Ingrid 02:20 – What are the different kinds of Nordic skiing (and the gear involved) 07:50 – How Ingrid ended up in Bend, Oregon 09:55 – When did you start skiing? 13:40 – Skiing in Yosemite 17:50 – Favorite ski memories 20:50 – Why you need skins for backcountry skis, but not for cross-country 23:30 – What Ingrid does in the summer months 26:04 – Favorite areas for cross-country skiing around Bend 30:30 – Recommendations for someone wanting to get into Nordic skiing 34:35 – Ski racing 37:45 – What sports do you follow in the Winter Olympics? 39:50 – As a life-long skier, what do you think of snowboarders? 40:55 – Top three places to go Nordic skiing 46:40 – Skijoring 49:40 – The Nordic-Combined 51:25 – Any good ski crashes in your history? 55:40 – How to contact Ingrid  Mentioned in this Episode Jerry of the Day Ski or Ride in 5 Program AdventurUs Women She Jumps Nordic Ski & Yoga Retreat Connect with Ingrid online Glide Nordic Mt Bachelor Nordic Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: Thru-hiking warm fuzzies, lime green Crocs, and being a divemaster. We're talking with Matthew Hengst, a self-described indigent hiker who recently completed a 5,000 mile hike on the Eastern Continental Trail. Show Notes 0:30 – Introducing Matthew 04:15 – What is it like to hike 5,000 miles? 06:20 – The biggest animal problem in the south? Hint: it's not the gators. 08:40 – When Matthew got into hiking 10:45 – How do you follow up the Eastern Continental Trail (ECT)? 12:54 – The transition from 302 days on the trail back to “normal” society 14:00 – Physical recovery after the ECT vs the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) 16:00 – Biggest challenges on the PCT vs the ECT 19:00 – Would you do the PCT or Appalachian Trail (AT) again? 20:00 – Footwear (socks, shoes, etc.) for hiking 8,000 miles 23:30 – Food on long trails. 25:00 – How did you figure out how to connect up the trails that make up the ECT route? 28:30 – Mosquitos and “No See-ums” 33:40 – The human connection on the trail (and the giant warm fuzzy of thru-hiking) 35:40 – Preparing to thru-hike the Continental Divide Trail (CDT) 36:00 – Diving, and advice for anyone interested in getting into it 41:50 – Completing the Triple Crown (AT, CDT and PCT)… and beyond 44:35 – How do you support yourself while you do all this walking? 48:10 – Favorite parts of the trails Matt has hiked 50:45 – What is a typical day now that he is off-trail? 52:41 – What he uses for tech and how he keeps everything connected and charged Mentioned in this Episode Sierra Club Wilderness Travel Course John Muir Trail Pacific Crest Trail Florida Trail Appalachian Trail Eastern Continental Trail Pinhoti Trail FarOut Guides (formerly Guthook) Continental Divide Trail Theodore Solomons Trail American Discovery Trail Arizona Trail International Appalachian Trail Connect with Matthew online First Church of the Masochist – Matthew's website Instagram: @mattonamtn Watch Matt's ECT Vlog on YouTube Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: a 2021 wrap-up, jazz, and hiking-and-beer pairings. Our guest is Ted Foster who started hiking a few years ago and recently completed all 11 peaks in the New England Six-Pack of Peaks Challenge in 11 days. Show Notes 01:00 – Saveria, Jason and Jeff wrap-up 2021 and our 2nd year of the Almost There Adventure Podcast 03:40 – Jeff, Saveria and Jason share their favorite 2021 podcast highlights 11:50 – Favorite 2021 adventures 22:50 – Planned 2022 adventures 30:00 – Introducing Ted Foster 32:00 – Hiking the Six-Pack of Peaks Challenge (with beer pairings) 36:49 – The Taco Slayer 38:00 – How Ted planned his peak-bagging trips 39:20 – Why Ted was wearing a tie for the podcast  42:00 – Hiking while listening to jazz 43:50 – How Ted got started hiking 48:40 – Hiking all 11 peaks in the New England Six-Pack of Peaks Challenge in 11 days 54:38 – Aspirations for multi-day backpacking trips (and how NOT to do it) 57:30 – Bucket list trips 63:23 – How do you make hikes 67:00 – Wrapping up Mentioned in this Episode Six-Pack of Peaks Challenge (Ted has completed the SoCal, San Diego, Arizona, NorCal and New England challenges) Will Mattox aka @thetacoslayers Connect with Ted online Instagram: @tedfostermusic If you'd like to help support the music program, visit www.challengercima.com Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.  

On this episode: the Bat Cave, campervans, and what is the first thing you do in the morning? We're talking with Sunshine Loveless and Michelle Dunn-Loveless of Outshine Adventures, a queer-owned, women led company dedicated to providing sustainable eco-tours and immersive outdoor experiences. Show Notes 00:35 – Introducing Sunshine and Michelle of Outshine Adventures 04:30 – What brought them to Chattanooga 12:30 – Adding the campervan to the offerings 29:00 – Their top SUP adventures 34:10 – How they research new places to adventure 35:57 – Partnering with local park agencies 40:00 – The value of guided outdoor experiences 43:00 – Working as a white water rafting guide 45:15 – We've all had “epics” (and being kinder about accidents)  48:00 – The impact of everyone getting outdoors, and converting them to advocates 52:20 – Best time of year to visit Chattanooga Connect with Sunshine and Michelle online Outshine Adventures Rent their camper van Follow them on Instagram @outshine.adventures Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: the Kalahari, “lagom” (it's Swedish), hating mountaineering, and FLO. We're talking with Moose Mutlow. His name alone might pique your interest, but the story of his career path is fascinating. Show Notes 00:35 – Who is Moose Mutlow? 03:55 – What is a Family Liaison Officer (FLO), and how Moose got into that 10:10 – What is NatureBridge? 15:00 – The potential of technology, kids and the outdoors 20:00 – Moose in the Kalahari   21:50 – Working in South Africa, exposure to the horror of apartheid, and our responsibility to fight injustice   29:00 – The transcendent nature of outdoor experiences like Yosemite's Tunnel View 34:40 – How technology can add to the outdoor experience 37:00 – Moose's book: When Accidents Happen and more about being a FLO 45:15 – We've all had “epics” (and being kinder about accidents)  48:00 – The impact of everyone getting outdoors, and converting them to advocates 51:45 – Landing a gig running a beachside concession on the Mediterranean (and the value of always saying “yes” to opportunities) 56:40 – Is “Moose” your given name?   58:50 – Storytelling > slide shows 60:00 – Wrap up Mentioned in this Show Outward Bound NatureBridge Cadillac Desert (book) Conquistadors of the Useless (book) When Accidents Happen: Managing Crisis Communication as a Family Liaison Officer (book) Happy People: A Year in the Taiga (film) Connect with Moose online MooseMutlow.com Instagram: @moosemutlow Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: quests, balls of twine, and windowless Chinese restaurants in Phoenix. We're talking with Scott Jones, one of the few people to visit all National Park units, public lands conservationist, and fervent advocate for travel quests. Show Notes 00:35 – Who is Scott Jones? 04:20 – How a giant ball of twine led to Scott's first quest 06:45 – Eating at all the “windowless Chinese restaurants in downtown Phoenix” 08:20 – His quest to visit all ten Japanese internment camps 11:50 – Visiting all the National Park units… the most remote, favorites, and more 21:50 – What National Park units surprised you?   25:45 – How many National Park units are there? 27:00 – What are good ways to track your progress on a quest? 29:25 – How long did Scott's National Park unit quest take? 30:45 – What is the most (or least) amount of time you spent in a unit? 34:55 – How many simultaneous quests does Scott have going at any one time? 39:50 – ROA: Return on Adventure 43:30 – Have you ever aborted a quest? 47:30 – The “weirdest” quest 50:00 – Scott's primary outdoor activities 52:40 – Tools that Scott uses to help track and plan his quests Mentioned in this Show Notion – a free database Scott uses to plan his travels Connect with Scott online rscottjones.com goquesting.com returnonadventure.net Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: gloves, sizing charts, the gateway drug to road cycling. We're talking with Jamie Wallis, co-owner of Handup Gloves, and we get a recap of Jeff's experience on The Big Lonely with Jesse Blough. Show Notes 00:35 – Introductions and how Handup got started 05:20 – The challenge of finding good biking gloves 06:40 – Putting sayings on the palms, and the community effect 09:20 – The positive side of social media 12:30 – Online shopping live with Jason 14:30 – What's a “kit?” 16:45 – How big is Handup today? 21:38 – Any designs that didn't do as well as you expected? 24:35 – Motherhood and juggling 27:00 – Talking about the fun in life 28:45 – Jamie's bikes and how she got started biking (hint: it involves butter biscuits and sweet tea) 32:55 – Where to buy Handup Gloves  34:45 – Advice for anyone wanting to start a business in the cycling business 37:00 – Gloves That Give program 39:35 – The future? 41:00 – PBR and other collaborations 45:00 – Wrap up 46:45 – Recap of Jeff's experience on The Big Lonely with Jesse Blough (who you might remember from Episode 24) Mentioned in this Show Handup Gloves – Use coupon code HANDUPFRIEND$ to save when ordering Gloves That Give The Big Lonely Climb for Heroes A few photos from Jeff & Ben's Big Lonely SKT attempt Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: 14ers, skydiving, and breaking generational struggles. We're talking with Jess Newton, founder and CEO of Vibe Tribe Adventures. Show Notes 00:35 – Introductions (and how Saveria and Jess met at Outdoor Retailer) 03:10 – How Jess was introduced to the outdoors  06:50 – How Jess got started with Vibe Tribe Adventures 09:00 – Going from Denver to nationwide 11:00 – Developing leaders within the community 13:30 – Launching the children's program 17:27 – Growing the Urban Trekker program 19:38 – The Black 14er program 30:20 – Supporting Vibe Tribe Adventures 31:55 – First all-black Everest summit team 35:20 – The importance of outdoor education 40:50 – “Outdoors for All” collaboration with Merrell  45:45 – Skydiving and other “extreme” adventure goals Mentioned in this Show Vibe Tribe Adventures Urban Trekker Black 14ers Colorado Rockies Six-Pack of Peaks Challenge Merrell Outdoors for All collection American Hiking Society Connect with Jess You can connect with Jess at the Vibe Tribe Adventures website, Instagram, Twitter and Facebook page. Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

This episode is all about Yosemite National Park. We're taking with Scott Turner, hiker and author of a new book on Yosemite for Mountaineers Books. Show Notes 00:40 – Catching up on our summer adventures 07:30 – National Forests closure in California through 9/17 09:00 – Welcome guest Scott Turner 11:00 – Scott's new book 12:50 – The magic of Yosemite National Park 15:00 – The process of choosing which hikes to include in the book 28:00 – Lesser-known ways to get into Yosemite 31:45 – What qualifies Scott for writing a book on Yosemite? 40:20 – Of the famous Yosemite hikes, which is your favorite?  42:25 – How many days did it take to hike the trails in the book? 47:54 – What was most surprising about Yosemite as you did your research? 54:10 – Experiencing Yosemite across the seasons  60:00 – Closing it out with Scott's embarrassing Yosemite story 68:00 – When and where to get Scott's new Yosemite book Mentioned in this Show Backpacking the South Lake – North Lake Loop Green River Lakes Campground The Big Lonely bikepacking race Teton Crest Trail Mount Langley Our first conversation with Scott Turner Scott's new book: Day Hiking Yosemite National Park Theodore Solomons Trail CalTopo.com Connect with Scott Scott's new book Day Hiking Yosemite National Park is available on October 1, 2021 and you can find it here on Amazon or at Mountaineers Books. Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

On this episode: Outward Bound, Hogzilla, trail magic, and “wilderness camping is illegal in Germany?!” We're talking with Carsten “Sauerkraut” Jost, AT & PCT thru-hiker, outdoor instructor and ultralight blogger. Show Notes 00:45 – Introducing Carsten Jost 05:00 – His first attempt on the PCT (and some serious trail magic) 09:00 – The recent flooding in Germany 11:00 – Working for Outward Bound 17:00 – Wild camping illegal in Germany 22:30 – Hiking the Via Alpina (and other hut-to-hut routes) 24:45 – Why do europeans travel to California to go backpacking? 27:55 – One plus to hiking in Europe: No man-eating animals  29:30 – A short explanation of the GR trail system in Europe 36:20 – On being a newbie, and the fear of doing something for the first time 41:40 – Age, the outdoors and what's your next adventure? 50:00 – Where to find Carsten online Mentioned in this Show Photo album from Carsten and Jeff's Grand Teton backpacking trip Pacific Crest Trail Tell It On The Mountain – Jeff's review on this documentary about the Pacific Crest Trail Outward Bound Hogzilla Adventure in Everything: How the Five Elements of Adventure Create a Life of Authenticity, Purpose, and Inspiration – Matthew Walker (book) Coast to Coast Sweden (FB group) Connect with Carsten You can find Carsten online at his website, fastpacking.de and on Instagram at @fastpacking. Connect with us! Like Almost There on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/almostthereadventurepodcast/ Follow Almost There on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostthere_ap/  Send us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/AlmostThere Our Co-hosts Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.  The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.