Podcasts about alaska yukon expedition

Thru hiker, route creator, adventure athlete, writer, and outdoor legend Andrew Skurka takes a brief break from his guided expeditions to join Doc in studio and share some of what's between his ears. Settle in and buckle up as Skurka talks about his most important tool out there, refusing to be a corporate cog, early mistakes, necessary skills, and the Big 3: the Sea-to-Sea Route (7,775 miles), the Great Western Loop (6,875 miles), and the Alaska-Yukon Expedition (4,700 miles). Epic guest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andrew is an adventure athlete, guide, and writer based in Boulder, CO. He's well known for his extremely long and difficult thru hikes. He's done too many cool expeditions to list, but some notable ones are his Alaska-Yukon Expedition (6 months, 4,700 miles), Great Western Loop (7 months, 6,875 miles), and the, Sea-to-Sea Route (11 months, 7,775 miles). Incredible stuff. Andrew also runs guided trips, which we talk about in this episode. Check out Andrew's website here: https://andrewskurka.com/ Buy Andrew's book, Ultimate Hiker's Gear Guide: Tools and Trips to Hit the Trail Check out Andrew's Instagram here: @andrewskurka Learn more about this podcast at: https://www.longwayradio.com/

Hey monkiis. I'd like to welcome the Wildman Andrew Skurka (@andrewskurka) to the show. I've been following Andrew for many years now and I was psyched for the opportunity to chat. Andrew has traveled by foot for thousands of miles through some of the wildest terrain imaginable. For these 'firsts', he received several accolades including the prestigious National Geographic Adventurer of the Year. Check out his adventure-resume below. This past August 2020, he set the FKT (Fastest Known Time) for a route called the Pfiffner traverse right here in Colorado. In the introduction to the episode, there is an audio clip of him completing this 76-mile journey and when I heard this back in August I've been wanting to chat ever since. Alaska-Yukon Expedition (6 months, 4,700 miles), Great Western Loop (7 months, 6,875 miles), and the Sea-to-Sea Route (11 months, 7,775 miles). National Geographic, March 2011. Circling Alaska in 176 Days. Outside, April 2011. Adventurers of the Year. National Geographic Adventure, December 2007. Adventurer of the Year. Backpacker, August 2005. Person of the Year. Men’s Journal, December 2005. Adventurer Hall of Fame. Some of Andrew's other athletic achievements include: a marathon personal-best of 2:28:24, and placing 73rd at the 2017 Boston Marathon. He has completed six 100-mile races, and has finished Top 3 at the Leadville 100, Run Rabbit Run 100, Bighorn 100, and Vulcano Ultra Trail 100K. Please enjoy our conversation and thanks again to Andrew for joining me! If you have questions, please send a note to info@monkii.co or send us a DM to @monkii.co on Instagram we can get more monkii Q&A sessions going. Thanks for tuning in and if you are enjoying the episodes we would be eternally grateful if you could leave a 5-star review. It helps to grow the monkii family and spread the good word of the Wild. Thank you. See you out there and monkii on, -monkii Dan www.monkii.co

Andrew Skurka is a long-distance backpacker, guide, and writer, who lives in Boulder, CO. As a twenty-something he hiked three notable long-distance trips including the Alaska-Yukon Expedition (6 months, 4,700 miles),Great Western Loop (7 months, 6,875 miles), and the Sea-to-Sea Route (11 months, 7,775 miles). Only one of these has been repeated, and only once. For these trips, Andrew was named “Adventurer of the Year” by both Outside and National Geographic, as well as “Person of the Year” by Backpacker. National Geographic described him as “a superman among trekkers” and “one of the best traveled and fastest hikers on the planet.” On the podcast, I talk with Andrew about his epic hikes, how he got to that point in his life, and how he's sharing his expertise with others.

In this episode, Dennis and Kevin are joined by Andrew Skurka. Andrew is a prolific long distance thru hiker, guide, and writer. His notable trips include: The Alaska-Yukon Expedition (6mo and 4700 miles), Great Western Loop (7mo and 6875 miles) and the Sea-to-Sea Route (11 mo and 7775 miles). He is also a National Geographic "Adventurer of the Year", Outside Magazine "Adventurer of the Year" and Backpacker "Person of the Year". We talk about gear, long hikes, cold weather, bear hangs, vapor barriers and adult onset hunting. Andrew Skurka Website https://andrewskurka.com/ Big Trips https://andrewskurka.com/adventures/ Bear Hangs https://andrewskurka.com/argument-against-hanging-bear-bag/ Alchohol Stove https://andrewskurka.com/backpacking-alcohol-stove-system-gear-list-ultralight-premium/ Vapor Barriers https://andrewskurka.com/vapor-barrier-liners-theory-application/ Be Prepared https://andrewskurka.com/be-prepared-but-against-what/ Hunting Motivations https://andrewskurka.com/motivations-deer-elk-season-opens-in-two-weeks/

In this episode, Dennis and Kevin are joined by Andrew Skurka. Andrew is a prolific long distance thru hiker, guide, and writer. His notable trips include: The Alaska-Yukon Expedition (6mo and 4700 miles), Great Western Loop (7mo and 6875 miles) and the Sea-to-Sea Route (11 mo and 7775 miles). He is also a National Geographic "Adventurer of the Year", Outside Magazine "Adventurer of the Year" and Backpacker "Person of the Year". We talk about gear, long hikes, cold weather, bear hangs, vapor barriers and adult onset hunting.Andrew Skurka Websitehttps://andrewskurka.com/Big Tripshttps://andrewskurka.com/adventures/Bear Hangshttps://andrewskurka.com/argument-against-hanging-bear-bag/Alchohol Stovehttps://andrewskurka.com/backpacking-alcohol-stove-system-gear-list-ultralight-premium/Vapor Barriershttps://andrewskurka.com/vapor-barrier-liners-theory-application/Be Preparedhttps://andrewskurka.com/be-prepared-but-against-what/Hunting Motivationshttps://andrewskurka.com/motivations-deer-elk-season-opens-in-two-weeks/

Going lightweight saves a ton of energy, but how best to do that? Andrew Skurka was a National Geographic Adventurer of the Year, and created monster routes, such as the Great Western Loop and Alaska-Yukon Expedition. He now runs a guiding business (when not racing Marathons), with 29 trips this year alone. Alan Dixon is an engineer and adventurer who helped co-found Backpacking Light, and will be a guide on three Andrew Skurka Adventures this year. These two know the drill! Interestingly, they both say how you use the gear is more important than the gear itself. Andrew and Alan also gave advice for the PCT, and the listed the gear that has changed the sport in the last 5 years including: Andrew and Alan listed the gear that has changed the sport in the last 5 years, including: 1. Garmin Mini: https://amzn.to/2Tzwe8o 2. Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Xlite Ultralight Mattress: https://amzn.to/2U0yMva

At only age 37, Andrew Skurka has already been there, and done that: "Hiking fast was not accepted. I was frowned upon for doing the AT in 3 months." Times have changed, and so did Andrew - he's done massive projects many people may not have even heard of: the Sea-Sea route (7,775mi), Great Western Loop (6,875mi), and the Alaska Yukon Expedition (24 days between road crossings). He's written a book, definitely has the best how-to website for backpacking (andrewskurka.com), and it's worth listening to his perspective on FKTs.

Andrew Skurka is an accomplished adventure athlete, speaker, guide, and writer. He is most well known for his solo long-distance backpacking trips, notably the 4,700-mile 6-month Alaska-Yukon Expedition, the 6,875-mile 7-month Great Western Loop, and the 7,775-mile 11-month Sea-to-Sea Route. Skurka has been named “Adventurer of the Year” by both Outside and National Geographic Adventure, as well as “Person of the Year” by Backpacker. National Geographic described him as “a superman among trekkers” and “one of the best traveled and fastest hikers on the planet.” He has been featured by The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Fox News Channel, National Public Radio and dozens of local media outlets. In addition to all of that, Andrew has recently become a big game hunter. In this episode of the Hunt Backcountry podcast, Andrew provides us with some excellent information on how to take your backpacking to the next level. We discuss gear, food, and more — including many do-it-yourself alternatives to what the market offers. You will discover how you can make an incredibly lightweight and economical stove, how to pack your own food so that you're not stuck with freeze-dried entrees, why waterproof footwear may not be the right choice for your next adventure, and much more. We also hear why Andrew has lost many fans and followers because of his ventures into hunting, and what we as hunters can do to find common ground with non-hunting outdoor enthusiasts. If you are familiar with Andrew, you know how valuable this interview will be. If you have never heard of Andrew — and many of your probably haven't — you are in for a treat! Show notes and resources at: http://ExoMountainGear.com/53

Andrew Skurka is an accomplished adventure athlete, speaker, guide, and writer. The 34-year-old is most well known for his solo long-distance backpacking trips, notably the 4,700-mile 6-month Alaska-Yukon Expedition, the 6,875-mile 7-month Great Western Loop, and the 7,775-mile 11-month Sea-to-Sea Route. Andrew spends most of his adventures off trail picking his way through the high mountains. I really enjoyed my time meeting Andrew. I found him to be very kind, humble, relatable and focused.   What's Andrew's #1 piece of advice? "GO" Andrew's Media Highlights & Accolades National Geographic, March 2011. Circling Alaska in 176 Days. Outside, April 2011. Adventurers of the Year. National Geographic Adventure, December 2007. Adventurer of the Year. Backpacker, August 2005. Person of the Year. Men’s Journal, December 2005. Adventurer Hall of Fame.

Andrew Skurka is an accomplished adventure athlete, speaker, guide, and writer. The 34-year-old is most well known for his solo long-distance backpacking trips, notably the 4,700-mile 6-month Alaska-Yukon Expedition, the 6,875-mile 7-month Great Western Loop, and the 7,775-mile 11-month Sea-to-Sea Route. Andrew spends most of his adventures off trail picking his way through the high mountains. I really enjoyed my time meeting Andrew. I found him to be very kind, humble, relatable and focused.   What's Andrew's #1 piece of advice? "GO" Andrew's Media Highlights & Accolades National Geographic, March 2011. Circling Alaska in 176 Days. Outside, April 2011. Adventurers of the Year. National Geographic Adventure, December 2007. Adventurer of the Year. Backpacker, August 2005. Person of the Year. Men’s Journal, December 2005. Adventurer Hall of Fame.

Andrew Skurka is a highly accomplished adventure athlete who is most well known for his long-distance solo backpacking trips, including the 4,700-mile Alaska-Yukon Expedition, the 6,875-mile Great Western Loop, and the 7,775-mile Sea-to-Sea Route. He has also completed countless fast and light trips throughout the Sierras, Wind River Range, Zion National Park, and Appalachian Trail, just to name a few. Andrew has been named "Adventurer of the Year" by both Outside Magazine and National Geographic Adventure, as well as "Person of the Year" by Backpacker Magazine. • Andrew is also a published author, having written "The Ultimate Hiker’s Gear Guide: Tools & Tips to Hit the Trail," and he is close to finishing the manuscript for the book’s second edition. He also writes extensively on his personal blog, which is full of detailed, information-rich articles about backpacking, gear reviews, and other endurance-related content. On top of everything else, Andrew is a guide, speaker, and accomplished ultra-runner, having placed second in the Leadville 100 and third in the Run Rabbit Run 100. Just this past weekend (6/25/16), he placed fourth at the San Juan Solstice 50-Mile Trail Run, one of the most difficult 50-milers in the country. • Andrew is a great guy, and we had a very fun conversation. We obviously talk a lot about many of his long-distance backpacking adventures, but we also dig into some of the mental and emotional aspects of traveling through such remote areas for long periods of time completely alone. We talk about his personal background and how he became interested in adventure sports, and also about his decision to forgo a traditional career in finance or consulting to carve out a career centered around the outdoors and adventure. As usual, I ask about his favorite books, favorite documentaries, and favorite locations in the West. • Thanks to Andrew for joining me, and thanks to you for listening to the podcast. Enjoy! • http://mountainandprairie.com/andrewskurka/ --- TOPICS DISCUSSED: 3:20 - How Andrew describes his work 5:00 - Overview of Andrew’s notable trips 6:30 - “Short is the new long” trips 8:30 - Alaska-Yukon Expedition and other trips 10:35 - Details of the Great Western Loop 14:05 - Details of the Alaska-Yukon Expedition 16:30 - A scary grizzly bear encounter 17:45 - Methods for avoiding distractions, fear, uncertainty 19:35 - Adjusting from expedition life to “normal” life 22:10 - Andrew’s personal background 24:50 - Pursuing an "outside the norm” career after college 27:55 - Advice to folks pursing non-traditional careers 28:25 - Advice to his 22-year old self 30:10 - Specific mistakes that became long-term positives 33:00 - Advice to novice hikers 34:10 - Importance of first-hand experience 36:27 - Andrew’s current life and focuses 38:45 - Approach to writing 40:45 - Thoughts on ultra-running 45:50 - Favorite books 48:55 - Favorite blogs and websites 50:25 - Favorite locations in the West 52:50 - Biggest threats facing the West 55:00 - Andrew’s request of listeners 56:10 - Connect with Andrew online