A podcast all about backpacking; tips, tricks, gear and locations. There will also be a little bit of humor and, hopefully, a little inspiration. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backpackingpodcast/support
John Kelley, Jeremiah Stringer
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The Backpacking Podcast is a fantastic show that combines humor, information, and personal experiences to create an entertaining and educational podcast for backpackers of all levels. From gear tips to hilarious stories from the trail, this podcast keeps listeners engaged and laughing throughout each episode. I stumbled upon this podcast by chance, and I am glad I did because it has quickly become one of my favorites.
One of the best aspects of The Backpacking Podcast is the hosts' ability to provide valuable information while keeping things light-hearted and fun. They have a knack for breaking down complex topics into easily understandable concepts, making it perfect for beginners who are just starting their backpacking journey. Additionally, the guests they bring on the show offer unique perspectives and insights that add depth to the discussions.
Another great aspect of this podcast is their coverage of hikes in different areas, including some in my own neck of the woods in North Carolina. It's exciting to hear about trails that are close by and get insider tips on hiking in those areas. The hosts' passion for exploring nature shines through their storytelling, making me even more eager to hit the trails myself.
While there aren't many negative aspects to this podcast, one small critique would be that sometimes the banter between the hosts can go off on tangents or inside jokes that may not resonate with every listener. However, this is a minor complaint considering how much enjoyable content they deliver throughout each episode.
In conclusion, The Backpacking Podcast is a gem in the world of outdoor adventure podcasts. The hosts' humor and knowledge make for a delightful listening experience that will leave you laughing and inspired to embark on your own backpacking adventures. Whether you're new to backpacking or a seasoned hiker, this podcast offers something for everyone. So grab your gear and hit play on The Backpacking Podcast - you won't be disappointed!
Jeremiah goes on a trip to West Virginia, and there's a lot of disappointment in the new tier system with All Trails. If you want to hear a good, old-fashioned Jeremiah Stringer rant, tune in!
She started hiking at the southern tip of South America and has made her way through Central America and Mexico. Now she's joining us from Montana! Please welcome Lucy Barnard to the podcast as she shares from her adventures and thousands of miles that she has hiked.
Tushar Rain Jacket by Outdoor Vitals: https://alnk.to/8PGgizAJoin us as we chat with longtime friend of the podcast and backcountry innovator, Chad Houghton, owner of UGQ Outdoor.
Outdoor Vitals Tarp: https://alnk.to/aLKyeIPWe are joined by WoodAllTrails today to talk about his trip surviving a tornado while backpacking and lots of other fun topics.WoodAllTrails Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@WoodAllTrails
This week, we are excited to have Steven Smith join us for the podcast. In a very short time, My Life Outdoors has become the gold standard of backpacking YouTube channels and information on gear, tips, and the science behind backpacking. Hang out with us in the chat as we celebrate his most recent milestones, discuss new gear, and talk the future of backpacking.Check out our title sponsor, Outdoor Vitals at: www.outdoorvitals.com
Check out the Ventus Active Hoodie from Outdoor Vitals: https://alnk.to/cb4x1CEGarage Grown Gear Sale (90+ Brands) https://alnk.to/apUXnooThis week, we're discussing the dangers of following cairns on trail, the excitement behind trail days beginning this weekend, and discussing the latest ground-breaking tent from Durston Gear.
Free Gear Outdoor Vitals Live UL Membership: https://alnk.to/1N3KpTVToday, we finish off the list of the 8 most controversial topics in the backcountry. We discuss the age-old debate of how to put your shoes on correctly, and we ask “Will it Bacon?” to something many of us enjoy daily.
Check out our good friends at Outdoor Vitals (Live Ultralight Membership): https://alnk.to/1N3KpTVWhat were the top 8 controversies of the last year in Backpacking? What is good bathroom etiquette in other peoples' homes, and did Dan Durston just drop another game changer tent?
Skyline Trail Joggers by Outdoor Vitals: https://alnk.to/gVMS3NhToday, we're talking about increased logging in our national forests. Is it to help with forest fire prevention? Make the US more self-reliant? Or is it just another money grab for the lumber industry?
Check out the Neebo Windbreaker (up to 22% off): https://alnk.to/gKS4xGNWhat happened when JK went to Arkansas with a bunch of strangers? Why does he avoid the TSA like the plague? Find out answers to these questions and more as we chat about John's trip to Devil's Den State Park in Arkansas.
How do you train up a new backpacker to be ready for the backcountry? What does that first trip look like? We'll be answering these questions and more with our good friend, Devin Ashby.Check out Devin's website and new gear: backcountryexposure.com(use code EXPOSURE10 to get 10% off)Also check out Outdoor Vitals' 100 Mile Challenge: https://alnk.to/faDcBZY
Join us breaking down budget backpacking and Cranberry Wilderness with Johnathan Woodall from WoodAllTrails.Outdoor Vitals trekking poles ALL ON SALE: https://outdoorvitals.com/collections/trekking-poles
In this episode, Jason Waugh from the YouTube channel "Backpacking with Jason" jumps on the show to tell us about his epic adventure on the John Muir Trail in Northern Tennessee. After severely breaking his ankle last year, how did he do as he put that ankle through its first major test?Check out the Outdoor Vitals Stormloft Topquilt here: https://bit.ly/4c2Kugi
What is getting ready to happen in the Daniel Boone National Forest?!?!? Discover how prescribed burns are crucial for maintaining forest health and reducing wildfire risks. We explore the strategies used by the National Forest Service and focus on areas like Dania Boone National Forest and River Gorge to help preserve our natural landscapes. We also introduce the backpacking March Madness Bracket for trail runners. #WildfirePrevention #ForestManagement #PrescribedBurns #NationalForestService #EnvironmentalProtection #FireSafety #CommunityAwareness #DaniaBoone #RiverGorge #WildlifeHabitatCheck out the Skyline 30 Fastpack from Outdoor Vitals, ON SALE NOW!!! https://alnk.to/1N3uRV5
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Check out the Vario jacket from Outdoor Vitals: https://outdoorvitals.com/products/vario-ultralight-jacketIn this video, we recount our recent off-roading adventure along the scenic Red River Gorge Byway. Join us as we welcome Jeremy Rodeffer (All Things Out Doors on YouTube), who shares his insights and experiences from the trip. Additionally, we dig into a discussion comparing off-roading and backpacking, exploring the advantages and disadvantages of various gear options. Whether you are an off-roading enthusiast or a backpacking aficionado, this video offers valuable information and tips for your next outdoor excursion. #OffRoading #Backpacking #adventuretravel
In the first livestream of 2025, we find ourselves talking about just about anything! Between what kind of food we like to eat when camping out to understanding how we start our days and get our minds right, this episode should have you laughing till your ribs hurt.Check out the Summit Down Sleeping Bag over at Outdoor Vitals: https://alnk.to/3J7I5rt
Join us as we dive into the crucial role water plays in backpacking! We cover essential topics like effective filtration techniques, personal tips, and unforgettable experiences. Discover how to stay hydrated on the trail, overcome challenges, and ensure your water sources are safe. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or a newbie, there may be something here to elevate your backpacking experience!Check out The OV 100 Mile Challenge: https://alnk.to/aWEHdOt#backpacking #water #waterfiltration
In this podcast, we delve into the newly enacted laws that make crossing the Canadian border illegal for hikers on the Pacific Crest Trail. Join us as we explore the implications of these regulations on outdoor enthusiasts, hear firsthand accounts from Jeremiah's international hikes, and discuss the environmental and safety concerns that led to these changes. Stay informed and prepare yourself for your next adventure on this iconic trail!Check out The OV 100 Mile Challenge: https://alnk.to/aWEHdOt
Today we talk about myths within the realm of sleeping bags and quilts. What makes them warm? How should they be used? Find out in today's episode. Join the 100 Mile Challenge with Outdoor Vitals! Find out more information here: https://outdoorvitals.com/products/2931759
Jeremiah and JK talk about Jeremiah's recent trip out into the snow and cold here in the Bluegrass state. What happened and who did Jeremiah drag into the woods with him? Check out our title sponsor, Outdoor Vitals: www.outdoorvitals.com
What would you do if someone asked for your help financially only to find out it's a deliberate scheme to get money from hikers? That's what we're talking about on this episode. We'll also get an update on Jeremiah's incident hitting a dog with his truck. Check out the Vario Jacket from Outdoor Vitals: https://outdoorvitals.com/products/vario-ultralight-jacket
It's episode 250 of the Backpacking Podcast!!! What have we learned? Are we growing as backpackers? Do we still succumb to our ADHD during each episode? Tune in and find out! Check out our title sponsor, Outdoor Vitals: www.outdoorvitals.com
JK and Jeremiah discuss the plusses and minuses of backpacking in the cold. Be sure to check out our title sponsors, Outdoor Vitals and their Vario Jacket currently on sale right now! https://outdoorvitals.com/products/vario-ultralight-jacket
Join us as we ring in the new year with one of our best friends and chat about new gear, trips, and whatever comes to our twisted minds. https://www.youtube.com/@BackpackingWithJason Be sure to check out our title sponsors, Outdoor Vitals and their Vario Jacket currently on sale right now! https://outdoorvitals.com/products/vario-ultralight-jacket --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backpackingpodcast/support
We all start out somewhere with our gear, and we progressively update as we learn more. Join JK, Jeremiah, and special guest Johnathan Woodall from the YouTube channel, Woodall Trails, as we discuss our gear journeys and where we've come from. Be sure to check out our title sponsor, Outdoor Vitals: www.outdoorvitals.com Check out Johnathan's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@WoodAllTrails --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backpackingpodcast/support
Jeremiah and JK ask Chat GPT to give us tips on how to start backpacking. Were they good ideas? Were they awful? Get your own Backpacking Podcast Swag over at shop.backpackingpodcast.com Check out our title sponsor, Outdoor Vitals, over at www.outdoorvitals.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backpackingpodcast/support
Jeremiah and JK discuss their choices for favorite gear for 2024. Check out some of the gear in this video: Rain Jacket: https://alnk.to/3ycvzHT Pants: https://alnk.to/6xLofCv Pot: https://amzn.to/4gB0aJ3 Utensils: https://alnk.to/c08SEXk Hygiene Kit: https://alnk.to/fShy7PS Trekking Poles: https://alnk.to/7BfW1qL Trail Runners: https://alnk.to/4qMimLP Go over to Outdoor Vitals and check out all the great sales they have going on right now! https://alnk.to/58rkpaQ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backpackingpodcast/support
Jeremiah and JK talk about the recent temperature drop and what they would want for Christmas this season. Check out our title sponsors, Outdoor Vitals, and their 12 Days of Christmas sale: https://outdoorvitals.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backpackingpodcast/support
Tonight, we hang out with a true backcountry creative. He's skilled in bushcraft, backpacking, and survival. But there's a lot more to Gordon Crum than you may know. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backpackingpodcast/support
He's a long trail veteran who has recently conquered the Continental Divide Trail. We'll pick his brain on how he prepared, planned, and accomplished the amazing 3100 miles-plus trail.Check out Outdoor Vitals at www.outdoorvitals.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backpackingpodcast/support
This Veterans Day, we're having former US Special Forces medic Brent Fuchs on the show. Brent is an avid outdoorsman and professional speaker who is impassioned about positive mindset and resilience. Join us as we learn about Brent's past adventures and what adventures lie ahead. You can learn more about Brent at: https://www.brent-fuchs.com Check out a cause that Brent is passionate about: https://www.shieldingourfuture.com Be sure to visit our title sponsor, Outdoor Vitals, and get in on their early Black Friday Sale now: https://www.outdoorvitals.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backpackingpodcast/support
Get you BPP Swag here: shop.backpackingpodcast.comIn this podcast, we're hanging out with John May, the Chief of the Wolfe County Search and Rescue in Wolfe County, KY. We'll see what it's really like for the first responders of the backcountry and how they keep us safe in the outdoors.Check out John May's podcast with the Wolfe County Search and Rescue: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wolfe-county-search-rescue-team-life-saving-stories/id1769029601Go and visit our title sponsor, Outdoor Vitals' website: www.outdoorvitals.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backpackingpodcast/support
Join us for a spooky night of mayhem and madness on this episode. We'll hit on a number of scary topics sure to keep you up at night. Be sure to check out our Title Sponsors Outdoor Vitals: www.outdoorvitals.com Go to the Backpacking Podcast Shop: https://shop.backpackingpodcast.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backpackingpodcast/support
In this episode, JK and Jeremiah talk about everything from trail maintenance in emergency situations, to turkey hunting, to baby poo stories. This is definitely NOT one of your typical podcasts. Check out our title sponsors, Outdoor Vitals at www.outdoorvitals.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backpackingpodcast/support
In this episode, we chat with Phillip Barker, founder and owner of Delicioats and the director of the Bonding Through Backpacking Summit. We also chat about the recent Kentucky Backpacking YouTubers Meetup. Be sure to check out Outdoor Vitals at outdoorvitals.com Get your hands on some sweet BPP swag today! https://the-backpacking-podcast-shop.myspreadshop.com/ https://delicioats.com/ https://www.bondingthroughbackpacking.com/access What happens when over 20 youtubers get together for a weekend in the red river gorge? Find out tonight. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backpackingpodcast/support
After spending a year as a full-time podcaster, Devin Ashby sits down with JK to share about what this last year has looked like, what gear he's most excited about, and what the future looks like. Be sure to check out Outdoor Vitals at outdoorvitals.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backpackingpodcast/support
Woody's Bio: Charity hike 2.0. 2,000+ miles across North America for mental health awareness and healing. Join me for a stretch and we will feature the charity of your choice!WoodyWalks.comGet your hands on some sweet BPP swag today! https://the-backpacking-podcast-shop.myspreadshop.com/Be sure to check out our title sponsor, Outdoor Vitals to pick up some amazing backpacking gear at www.outdoorvitals.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backpackingpodcast/support
In this livestream, we're hanging out with Jared Champion, who just hiked the Colorado Trail using gear that would've been used the year the trail was established. What were the struggles and highlights of this trip? Find out in the next hour.Get your hands on some sweet BPP swag today! https://the-backpacking-podcast-shop.myspreadshop.com/Be sure to check out our title sponsor, Outdoor Vitals to pick up some amazing backpacking gear at www.outdoorvitals.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backpackingpodcast/support
All they do is drive SUVs over really big rocks and video it! We're here for all of it in this episode as we have two backpacking vets joining us to talk about their overlanding adventures together. Get your hands on some sweet BPP swag today! https://the-backpacking-podcast-shop.myspreadshop.com/ Be sure to check out our title sponsor, Outdoor Vitals to pick up some amazing backpacking gear at www.outdoorvitals.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backpackingpodcast/support
Join us as we hang out with author, comedian, and Appalachian Trail thru hiker, Sally Chaffin Brooks. Be sure to check out Sally's new book, “Going to Maine” out now!Sally's Website: https://www.sallychaffinbrooks.comOutdoor Vitals Windbreaker: https://outdoorvitals.com/products/nebo-windbreaker --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backpackingpodcast/support
Jeremiah and JK discuss some of the worst reviews online for our national parks. Were they warranted, or were they ridiculous? Go check out our title sponsor, Outdoor Vitals: https://alnk.to/9T97utj --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backpackingpodcast/support
Mammoth Caves National Park has the strangest advertising in USNP history, and what happens when two men go in the Alaska wild and are attacked by a brown bear? Go check out our title sponsor, Outdoor Vitals: https://alnk.to/9T97utj --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backpackingpodcast/support
What happened when an 89 year old man got lost in the woods for 10 days? Watch the video and find out. Go check out our title sponsor, Outdoor Vitals: https://alnk.to/9T97utj If you're needing beard care, go check out our friends over at Outdoor Beards and use the code BACKPACKING to get 10% off your order: outdoorbeards.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backpackingpodcast/support
If you could choose any long trail to hike, which one would it be? Which one do you have no interest in? Check out our title sponsor, Outdoor Vitals! https://alnk.to/4BGlySi --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backpackingpodcast/support
This episode covers more of the most annoying people to backpack with. A complete guide to ruining other's experiences backpacking. Check out Outdoor Vitals and their new Skyline Trail Joggers at: https://alnk.to/8PEarUg --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backpackingpodcast/support
If you want to make campfires uncomfortable, hiking unbearable, and dinner time a chore, listen to this episode. Check out Outdoor Vitals and their new Skyline Trail Joggers at: https://alnk.to/8PEarUg --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backpackingpodcast/support
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In this episode we continue the story of Jason's ankle and how he was able to finish his most recent kayak camping trip. Check out Outdoor Vitals and their new Skyline Trail Joggers at: https://alnk.to/8PEarUg --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backpackingpodcast/support
John, Jeremiah and Jason unpack the adventure that led to a broken ankle in part one of this epic tale. Check out Outdoor Vitals and their new Skyline Trail Joggers at: https://alnk.to/8PEarUg --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backpackingpodcast/support
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