Hike, Explore, Repeat: Trailblazing Texas Podcast

Mountains turn strangers into teammates, and teammates into family.- Aspen

This episode is dedicated to everyone who has supported me on this journey—whether through encouragement, listening, or sharing the trails with me. Every step, every mile, and every adventure is made better by the people who walk alongside us. To my hiking partners, friends, and those who've cheered me on from afar—your support means everything. The trails we've traveled, the challenges we've faced, and the memories we've created remind me that adventure is best when shared. Thank you for being part of this incredible journey. Here's to many more trails ahead!- Jason "5 Liter" Lominac

Friendship is knowing someone will help you carry the weight—whether it's your pack or your struggles. - Aspen

Every great hike has two essentials: a solid trail and a friend you can count on when the path gets rough.

She Walks the WildShe laces her boots with the break of dawn, A whisper of wind, and then she is gone. The mountains call, the rivers sing, She walks the wild, untamed, free-winged.The path is steep, the miles long, But in her heart, she hums a song. With every step, her spirit soars, Each trail unlocks forgotten doors.The trees bow low, the rocks stand tall, She finds herself within it all. No maps, no rules, just earth and sky, A woman walking, reaching high.She is the storm, she is the sun, She does not wait—she simply runs. Through dust and rain, through loss and gain, She walks the wild—unchained, unchained.- AspenTiktok - @muon2020 / Instagram - @kselvage8

If you think adventure is dangerous, try routine; it is lethal.– Paulo CoelhoTiktok - @muon2020 / Instagram - @kselvage8

A walk in nature walks the soul back home.– Mary DavisTiktok - @muon2020 / Instagram - @kselvage8

Between every two pines is a doorway to a new world.- John MuirTiktok - @muon2020 / Instagram - @kselvage8

Some people come into our lives, leave footprints on our hearts, and we are never the same.- Flavia Weedn

It's not selfish to love yourself, take care of yourself, and to make your happiness a priority. It's necessary. - Mandy Hale

How you climb a mountain is more important than reaching the top.– Yvon Chouinard

Do not take life too seriously. You will never get out of it alive. - Elbert Hubbard

Let every step you take on the earth be as a prayer.- Black Elk

In every walk with nature, one receives far more than he seeks.- John Muir

To my kids and husband, my whys, for supporting my adventures and always believing in me. - Robin Williams

In every walk with nature, one receives far more than he seeks.– John Muir

It's not the mountain we conquer, but ourselves.- Sir Edmund Hillary

Every single decision we have made in our lives has led us to this moment.- Marc Diaz

Nevermind the slight incline, It's alright, take one step at a time- Matt Thiessen & The Earthquakes, Climb

If I rise on the wings of the dawn, if I settle on the far side of the sea, even there your hand will guide me, your right hand will hold me fast.- Psalm 139:8-9

Hike your own hike, and let Ole Raven's help!- Adamhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566836517256

Subscribe to Melanie's newsletter at https://justhyke.com !!!I'm incredibly grateful for the continued support from this amazing community. Thank you especially to those who ask me to lead hikes—it's your trust and enthusiasm that drive me to keep doing what I do. Your belief in my vision to inspire others to embrace the outdoors keeps me motivated every day. Thank you for being part of this adventure and let's keep hiking, exploring, and growing together.- Melanie

Subscribe to Melanie's newsletter at https://justhyke.com !!!I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone, especially my husband Dan, who has been a part of my hiking journey. To all of you who have joined me on the trails, cheered from afar, shared advice, and supported my vision to inspire and empower through nature—thank you. Your encouragement fuels my passion for the outdoors and reminds me of the power of community, strength, and resilience. This journey wouldn't be the same without each of you, and I'm truly grateful for every step we've taken together!- Melanie

To my friend and brother Jason, for creating a place to tell stories of adventures outdoors with friends.- John

For my wife Meghan, my ever present partner in the mountains.- John

To my mother Marilyn, for teaching me to love wild places.- John

Thanks to anyone who has spent time with me in the mountains, making memories and sharing in the struggles. I look forward to more amazing days of growth and adventure !- Jamey House

"Everyone wants to do mountain shit, until it comes time to do mountain shit."- Jamey House

Sometimes, in order to go. You have to go alone.- Jamey House

"The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step." - Laozi

“The best way to experience nature is on foot.” – John Muir

This podcast is dedicated to my parents and brother. Thank you for inspiring me to pick up a camera and learn what all those buttons do, one of these days I will eventually learn to be a photographer

This podcast is dedicated to my beautiful family. To my wife who has stuck with me through thick and thin, I love you so much and thank you for understanding that being outdoors is balm for my soul. Thank you for being my shield when I'm most vulnerable, and thank you for supporting me in yet another hobby rabbit hole

Alive, awake, alert, and still in the sleeping bag - Snacks probably ...- Andrew Vargo

To Snacks, Thanks for getting me outside ...- Andrew Vargo

In dedication to my son, Trey ... - Greg

Adopt the pace of nature. Her secret is patience.- Ralph Waldo Emerson

Never stop aiming for the top, the view is much better from there!John Woodward III

To John, There's a world that was meant for our eyes to see !!!To Rio, Long live all the mountains we moved, I had the time of my life with you !!!- Meghan A.

Meghan,Although we were not originally thrilled when you were on the PCT, we are so proud of your strength and what you accomplished.- Love, Mom and Dad

To Meghan, there is no one I'd rather walk through life with than you. Let's go out again and see what there is to see.- John

Of all the paths you take in life, make sure a few of them are dirt.— John Muir

If you think adventure is dangerous, try routine; it is lethal.- Paulo Coelho

In Support of our very own Superman, keep chasing those trails.- Love, Anne, Katie, Josh, and Caleb

To my wife Anne, my children and grandchildren, and my mother ... all have always been supportive and encouraging of all my crazy endeavors ...Love, RickAnd we know that to them that love God all things work together for good, even to them that are called according to his purpose.- Romans 8:28

It is not the mountain we conquer, but ourselves.- Sir Edmund Hillary

Dedicated to my wife Christy Shelley who supports my hopes and dreams and harebrained schemes.Love, Todd

Everybody needs beauty as well as bread, places to play in and pray in, where nature may heal and give strength to body and soul alike.- John Muir

Let us probe the silent places, let us seek what luck betide us; Let us journey to a lonely land I know. There's a whisper on the night-wind, there's a star agleam to guide us, And the wild is calling, calling . . . . let us go.- Robert W. Service

Few places in this world are more dangerous than home. Fear not, therefore, to try the mountain passes. They will kill care, save you from deadly apathy, set you free, and call forth every faculty into vigorous, enthusiastic action. – John Muir

The world reveals itself to those who travel on foot.- Werner Herzog