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Prepare for an epic conversation with adventure, history, and quirky insights! In this episode of the Exploring Washington State Podcast, host Scott Cowan reunites with guest Tami Asars to discuss the second edition of her book, Hiking the Wonderland Trail. But this isn't just any trail story—it's a deep dive into one of Washington's most beloved trails, spanning 93 miles around the iconic Mount Rainier. So, what's new with the Wonderland Trail?  Is it the same grueling trek it's always been, or have hikers discovered new ways to conquer it? With over a dozen hikes, Tami reveals the triumphs and challenges of trekking this legendary trail. From "fastest known time" attempts to leisurely 14-day adventures with toddlers in tow, the Wonderland is as diverse as the people who hike it. Ever wonder how many times you can climb 22,000 feet of elevation without losing your mind? Tami has the answer and some sage advice: hike your own hike. But don't be fooled by those short daily mileage plans—every step on the Wonderland Trail demands stamina and respect, as the constant ascents and descents push even seasoned hikers to their limits. Want to know the history behind this backcountry gem?  Tami dives into the fascinating origins of the trail, which began as a ranger patrol route in 1915 to combat poachers and wildfires. At one point, there were plans to build a road around Mount Rainier's glaciers! Thankfully, those grand ideas evolved into the trail we know today—a wild escape consistently ranked among the top 10 hikes in the U.S. And here's a twist: Tami's connection to the Wonderland Trail runs deep—not just as a hiker, but on a personal level, with family memories tied to the park. Her husband even proposed to her there, and she shares a mystical tale of a bear sighting that coincided with her nephew's birth. It's clear this trail isn't just dirt and switchbacks—it's woven into her life story. If you're considering hiking the Wonderland Trail, Tami's book might be your new best friend.  With insights on permits (hello, tricky lottery system!), tips for pacing, and ways to avoid common trail pitfalls, she makes planning accessible and even fun. The second edition also offers extras like "stay-a-day" options and wildlife hotspots marked with a fun bear paw icon—perfect for spotting marmots and mountain goats along the way. Curious about life on the trail? Tami spills the beans on trail culture, from the joys of finding a trail family to the quirks of backcountry etiquette. Ever wondered how hikers communicate without cell service? Spoiler: they rely on apps like FarOut (formerly known as GutHook), which work offline and keep adventurers on track with GPS, comments, and waypoints. And if you think Tami's adventures end with the Wonderland Trail, think again. She's also a triple crowner, having completed the Pacific Crest Trail, the Continental Divide Trail, and the Appalachian Trail. Each journey brought revelations, but will she hike the PCT again? Please tune in to discover her surprising thoughts on future trails and whether the Pacific Northwest Trail might be next on her list. As the conversation winds down, Tami shares some of her favorite local spots in North Bend—like Huckstauder Coffee and Rio Bravo for lunch—and hints at exciting new projects, including an upcoming book on trail culture. Will we see Tami's Snoqualmie Region guide hit shelves next year? Only time will tell. With wit, humor, and a sprinkle of pumpkin spice debate (yes, it gets real), this episode captures the heart of what makes the Wonderland Trail—and hiking—so magical. Ready to disconnect, embrace the wilderness, and maybe even spot a bear or two? This episode will leave you itching to lace up your boots and hit the trail. And who knows? You might find yourself planning a trek sooner than you think.

Thru hiker Sam "Shade" Carter joins Doc in the Hiker Trash Radio studio to talk some trail. Settle in and buckle up as Shade, just like he did in 2023, covers some serious ground. Listen in as he discusses a ridiculous base weight, unicycling, emergency blankets, lessons learned on the trail, Bitcoin, Guthook, Barrel Roll, Hiker Trash moments, Megatrash Pop Tart, and what exactly happened out there last year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cranky and Tumbles have made their safe return to the AT as they conquer another section of Shenandoah National Park.  A pleasant 21 miles gets the duo to mile 912 and an eye toward the end of their 101 AT journey of the park (about time!).  Chats about the park's layout of the trail, the campsites and the new Guthook app update which is now called FarOut. Guthook forever.  Shenandoah cabins: https://www.goshenandoah.com/lodging/lewis-mountain-cabins   

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are talking all things social media and how it relates to the world of backpacking.  This is a long and lively conversation and we dive into some highly charged subjects including gatekeeping, is Instagram influencing a good or bad for the thru-hiking culture, the addictive nature of social media, and much much more.     Backcountry.com discount code: Use code “backpackerradio” at backcountry.com/backpackerradio to get 15% off your first full price purchase Organifi discount code: Use code “backpacker” at organifi.com/backpacker for 20% off your purchase [divider] Social Media X Backpacking Panel  Zach's Instagram Juliana's Instagram Elise's Instagram Time stamps & Questions 00:02:44 - QOTD: What was the first social media app you engaged with regularly?  00:09:19 - Wisconsin reminder: Delafield & Fitchburg events  00:10:27 - Introducing today's panel: Social Media X Backpacking  00:12:24 - Zach's take on Instagram being an ineffective tool to learn about backpacking 00:13:45 - Chaunce's rebuttal on using social media for research  00:15:56 - Zach's recommendation to not use Instagram as your primary research tool  00:16:06 - How much did Chaunce research for her PCT hike?  00:17:00 - Elise's take on applying critical thinking when viewing social media content  00:18:30 - Blogging content vs. social media content  00:21:30 - Chaunce's defense of Instagram  00:22:52 - Elise moderates and discusses Instagram serving as a highlight reel 00:23:54 - Example of people using Instagram negatively for educational purposes  00:25:00 - Using social media tools for inspiration  00:27:11 - Discussing the impact of diving into a thru-hike unprepared  00:28:18 - Elise's caveat to using social media for education  00:29:44 - YouTube being a powerful educator 00:30:10 - Tagging locations on Instagram  00:30:58 - Chaunce's pro-tagging stance  00:32:43 - Elise's tagging stance and how it relates to increase crowds in the outdoors  00:34:00 - How tagging locations relates to gatekeeping  00:35:11 - Nuances of the gatekeeping debate  00:36:46 - If you want to keep places private, why would you post about it to begin with? 00:39:25 - Chaunce's stance on requiring permits for overcrowded areas  00:41:25 - Elise's point on paid permits being exclusionary  00:44:23 - Pros and cons of Instagram influencing  00:46:26 - Financial motivation to be an influencer  00:53:45 - What are the benefits to growing your presence on Instagram?  00:59:00 - Elise's pros for growing her account  01:00:39 - Elise's cons for growing her accounts  01:01:30 - People misplacing their anger toward influencers  01:04:00 - Defining what constitutes as a “public figure”  01:07:45 - At what point do you accept you're a public figure?  01:08:53 - Elise's Guthook trolls story  01:11:10 - Opening yourself up to negativity  01:12:28 - Using hashtags to gain exposure  01:12:47 - Summary of pros and cons of Instagram influencing  01:14:55 - Thriving off of social media attention  01:15:45 - Pressures of entertaining fans  01:19:12 - Determining how comfortable you are with attention 01:22:12 - Can being an influencer impact your experience on trail?  01:27:42 - Instagram providing instant gratification  01:30:14 - Have you ever touched up a photo to alter your appearance?  01:31:20 - If you were sharing with friends, would you still edit the photo?  01:35:45 - Does Instagram make people more self-conscious about appearance?  01:42:11 - Is the influencer world having a negative impact in backpacking?  01:54:23 - The power of social media to influence positive change  01:59:51 - How Zach landed on his decision to decrease social media usage  02:06:51 - Zach, how do your opinions conflict with running the Trek's social pages?  02:08:50 - “The Social Dilemma” documentary  02:10:49 - Chaunce's social media conclusion  02:16:10 - Being a good listener vs. solutioning  02:18:05 - Defining what good social media use is for you  02:22:17- Episode wrap-up  [divider] Check out our sound guy @Paulybooyshallcross. Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes (and please leave us a review)!  Find us on Spotify, Stitcher, and Google Play. Support us on Patreon to get bonus content. Advertise on Backpacker Radio Follow The Trek, Chaunce, Badger, and  Trail Correspondents on Instagram. Follow The Trek and Chaunce on YouTube. Follow Backpacker Radio on Tik Tok.  A super big thank you to our Chuck Norris Award winner(s) from Patreon: Andrew, Ausen McDaniel, Jason Lawrence, Christopher Marshburn, Sawyer Products, Brad and Blair (Thirteen Adventures), Brent Stenberg, Patrick Cianciolo, Brandon Spilker and Matt Soukup.   A big thank you to our Cinnamon Connection Champions from Patreon: Cynthia Voth,, Emily Brown, Mitchell, Dcnerdlet, Jeff LaFranier, Peter Ellenberg, Jacob Northrup, Peter Leven, TraskVT, Lindsay Sparks, Liz Seger and Lisa Douglas.

In this episode of Walking Distance presented by The Trek and hosted by Blissful Hiker (Alison Young), we are joined by Andrew Skurka, one of the best traveled and fastest hikers on the planet, and a National Geographic and Outside Magazine Adventurer of the Year. Skurka has hiked enormous distances, including 4700 miles on the Alaska-Yukon expedition, 6900 miles on the Great Western Loop. and 7700 miles on the Sea-to-Sea route. As a result of his travels, Skurka has developed a system for fast and light backpacking, with a kit weighing under 10 pounds; he's also the author of The Ultimate Hiker's Gear Guide: Tools and Tips to Hit the Trail.  Blissful Hiker covers the phrase “Hike Your Own Hike,” how to protect food from bears while backpacking, and how to develop navigation skills for the trail. Gossamer Gear discount code: Use code “walkingdistance” to save 15% off your cart at GossamerGear.com. Walking Distance is sponsored by John Reamer and Associates. Go to www.johnreamer.com to learn more. Interview with Andrew Skurka 0:59 - What does Hike Your Own Hike mean? 3:00 - Should you always Hike Your Own Hike? Is there actually a right and wrong way to backpack? 6:24 - Why did the idea of a right way and wrong way to backpack stir things up with some people? 8:40 - In your blog you wrote that “Backpackers should have gear, supplies, and skills that are appropriate for their trip objective and the conditions,” which is pretty obvious. You're teaching a course on planning, which I struggle with, and I'd like to know why and how you're doing it. ​​11:20 - I have a precursory understanding of trail conditions and researching this, and I find myself in unexpected weather. But you're actually fine tuning that research to plan your trips. ​​14:10 - I am about to do the Continental Divide Trail, and I've been researching how to protect food from bears. You wrote something about that a while ago too, what's your perspective? ​​18:15 - Andrew Skurka has huge miles under his belt from hiking and running. He owns a company that guides people through their own adventures; Andrew says that leading others has informed his own trips. ​​20:04 - Making the leap from roaming off trail and building orienteering skills is daunting for most of us, but Andrew has experience with navigating off trail. What is route finding and how do you do it? ​​23:03 - While hiking in Africa, we had to route-find in order to get where we needed to go. I found it interesting that European hikers were much more comfortable with a map and compass than the Americans. You spoke earlier about Guthook; do you think it would be better if everyone used maps and compasses? ​​25:50 - There's a lot of discussion about people not using paper maps at all, especially during thru-hikes. Most people argue that paper maps are heavy and it's easier to use Guthook. What's your perspective? ​​28:50 - How do you print your maps? ​​31:30 - Going back to your clients, what was it like hiking your many miles of trail alone, to guiding others? ​​34:20 - How has it changed you as an adventurer to work with other people? Is it humbling? Is it satisfying? Mentioned in this episode: Andrew Skurka's website and blog “Actually, there is a ‘right way' to backpack: the limits of Hike Your Own Hike” Andrew Skurka on Instagram The Ultimate Hiker's Gear Guide: Tools and Tips to Hit the Trail National Center for Environmental Research Get all of the Walking Distance Podcast episodes. About Alison Young Alison Young, aka Blissful Hiker, is a former host and producer at American Public Media and professional flutist. She's thru-hiked New Zealand's Te Araroa and the Pacific Crest Trail, as well as long trails in South America, South Africa, Europe, Pakistan and all over the US. In her podcast Blissful Hiker, she shares personal essays from the trail along with collected sound. Her goal in life is to hike until she drops. Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes (and please leave us a review)!  Find us on Spotify, Stitcher, and Google Podcasts. Follow Walking Distance on Facebook and Instagram. Follow The Trek on YouTube.

Merre menjünk? Mikor menjünk és mivel közelítsük meg? El fogunk ázni? Mit látunk, ha odaérünk? Hogy hívják azt a hegycsúcsot? Mindenre van egy app. Lehetetlenség mindet felsorolni, de jópár kedvencet és hasznosat azért bemutatunk. Locus Map - https://www.locusmap.app/ Mapy.cz - https://en.mapy.cz/ AllTrails - https://www.alltrails.com/ Peak Finder - https://www.peakfinder.org/ Gaia GPS - https://www.gaiagps.com/ Guthook - https://atlasguides.com/trail-guides/ Turistaterkep.com - https://turistaterkep.com/ MapRun - http://maprunners.net/ Virtuális Tanösvény - https://www.gordogok.hu/gorapp/virtualis_tanosveny/ Közkutak - https://www.kozkutak.hu/

Atlas Guides was started by a couple of thru-hikers who hiked the Pacific Crest Trail together in 2010. The first Guthook Guide was released in 2012, and they haven’t stopped since. What started as a simple, navigational smartphone guide for the PCT has now turned into a portfolio of hiking guides for the most popular trails around the world. As a small team of experienced long-distance backpackers and hikers, their goal is to provide you with the best smartphone navigational guide for your outdoor adventure. https://atlasguides.com/ My coaching services www.kristianultra.com 

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio, presented by The Trek, we are joined by Daniel White, known on trail as The Blackalachian.  We learn all about The Blackalachian's life before he became a full-time adventurer, including his days as a rapper and his time in prison, how thru-hiking was put on his map, his experiences with racism on the AT, his thru-bike of the Underground Railroad Route, His hikes of The Great Outdoors Challenge in Scotland and Camino del Norte in Spain, and what the future has in store for him.  This conversation is both heavy and hilarious, informative and fun; we hope you enjoy it as much as we did. We wrap up the show with the Triple Crown of Summer Wins, we learn what a thunderbox is, a fan indulges my undying love for the 90s Bulls, and we have a Backcountry Matchmaking.  This one has it all.   [divider] Backcountry.com discount code: Use code: Backpacker15 to save 15% on your first purchase from Backcountry.com/backpackerradio Zpacks discount code:Use code: HEXAMIDBPR for $25 discount at Zpacks.com [divider] The Trek's Pledge to Do Better BACKPACKER RADIO MERCH Interview with Daniel White "The Blackalachian" YouTube Instagram QOTD: Is wearing a t-shirt with your podcast’s name on it the same as being in a band and wearing your own band t-shirt? Hikerlink! Intro Song: Walking Slow by Animal Years Intro beats: Pauly Boy Shallcross Check out Trail Correspondents Check out The Attempt!  [divider]  00:03:23 – QOTD: Is wearing a t-shirt with your podcast’s name on it the same as being in a band and wearing your own band t-shirt? 00:07:10 – What was life like for the Blackalachian before he was the Blackalachian? 00:08:33 – Can you tell us about your rapping career? Soundcloud: Logo704 00:09:54 – Can you tell us what prison was like? 00:11:00 – Any overlaps between prison and thru-hiking? 00:11:50 – Did prison push you toward backpacking? 00:13:40 – Thoughts on your boss that said not to follow your dreams? 00:14:50 –  Since you made the decision to thru-hike so quickly, did you have the gear you needed to start the AT? 00:17:17 – How has your gear evolved since then? 00:17:58 – where was the Blackalachian inspired? 00:20:20 – Did you get shakedowns? 00:20:45 – Did you plan your resupplies around fishing? 00:21:30 – Can you give us fishing tips? 00:21:53 – Were you YouTubing your thru-hike from the get-go? 00:23:08 - Have you gotten feedback from other Black hikers who were inspired by you? 00:23:27 – What are the more common questions and feedback that you get? 00:24:00 – Were you nervous about smaller towns in the Appalachians? 00:24:40 – What is the reality of being on trail like vs. your expectations? 00:26:00 – What were your expectations of racism on trail? What was it like on trail? 00:28:09 – Were towns better or worse than thru-hikers? 00:29:00 – Have you ever encountered someone and changed their perception? 00:30:03 – Can you give us an example of microagressions? 00:33:07 – Can you tell us how you came to your motto of “love and light”? 00:37:05 - Do you have any specific highlights from your AT hike? 00:39:30 – Flipping on the AT? 00:40:13 – Did you get that “Rocky Mountain” feeling in the Presidentials? 00:40:48 – Have you considered the PCT? 00:42:50 – Tell us about the Underground Railroad Bike Route! 00:46:30 – Could you stay in the same places people did when they were on the Underground Railroad? 00:47:07 – Does the UGRR have anything like Guthook? 00:47:49 – Did you see any other thru-bikers? Did you YouTube this journey? 00:49:37 – Can you compare thru-hiking to thru-biking? 00:51:05 – How long did it take to thru-bike the UGRR? 00:51:25 – Did you take special precautions to protect your bike? 00:52:19 – Were you able to leverage your YouTube channel to get sponsorships? 00:53:21 – What was your “bike first aid kit”? 00:54:44 – How long does it take for your ass to adjust to biking for that long? 00:56:35 – Any advice for someone who has never bike packed before? 00:59:41 – Tell us about The Great Outdoors Challenge! 01:01:00 – How was your reception in Scotland vs. the Appalachians? 01:02:29 – Did you see a lot of gingers? 01:02:40 – Tell us about the pub scene! 01:03:09 – How long were you in Scotland? 01:04:49 – If you had to pick between adventurer and thru-hiker what would it be? 01:08:39 – Can you give us some Camino Norte highlights? 01:11:20 – Is it true that your admission to hostels covers wine as well? 01:11:46 – Did you do the Camino solo? 01:12:31 – Preference for hiking in the US vs. internationally? 01:13:40 – How does walking through places with a lot of history impact you or your hike? 01:15:00 – What hikes are next on your radar? 01:18:20 – Can you tell us about the Groundskeepers program? 01:20:15 – Pointers on getting sponsorships? 01:21:40 – Paying for fathers to get pedicures?  01:23:59 - Differentiating between content for YouTube and Instagram?  01:25:55 - Can you talk about how recent shifts have affected you? Any advice for thru-hikers? 01:28:37 - Your pants?  01:31:10 - When are you going to buy a bunch of land and start a commune?  01:33:33 - Best Poke Stop on the AT? 01:34:41 - Favorite food on trail? What will you never eat again?  01:35:43 - How often do people reach out from the internet to meet up? 01:37:33 - Parting words?  Segments The Trek Propaganda  "Senate Passes Great American Outdoors Act" by Maggie Slepian  Triple Crown of Summer Wins Mail Bag  5 Star Reviews  Backcountry Matchmaking  Jessika “Taps” | @tapsandtrail Eric “Rocketman” | @rustyrushton @rocketman_pct_2019 Sierra “Sudsie” | @sudsie.p New Shirts? Here are the old ones.  What segments do you like?  [divider] Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes (and please leave us a review)!  Find us on Stitcher and Google Play. Support us on Patreon to get bonus content. A super big thank you to our Chuck Norris Award winner(s) from Patreon: Andrew, Austen McDaniel, Christopher Marshburn, Janelle L, Paul Packman Sealy, S11N, Sawyer Products, and Thomas Fullner A big thank you to our Cinnamon Connection Champions from Patreon: Dcnerdlet, Jacob Northrup, Jason Lawrence, Jeff LaFranier, Jeffrey Miller, Mark Snook, Mitchell, Peter, Peter Ellenberg, and Zoe Jenkins Follow The Trek, Chaunce, Badger, Elise and  Trail Correspondents on Instagram. Follow The Trek, Chaunce  and Elise on YouTube.

Today, we are joined by Doug Laher, the father of Trevor Laher, the hiker who tragically passed near Apache Peak on the Pacific Crest Trail earlier this year. Doug reads his beautiful tribute to Trevor, we talk about what lessons are to be learned from Trevors passing, and what can be done to prevent further tragedy on this dangerous stretch of the PCT. We also chat with Kaitlyn Purington, a volunteer and the PR rep at the Riverside Mountain Rescue Unit, a rescue non-profit based in Riverside County.  She walks us through what the organization does exactly, requirements for getting involved, and some examples of standout rescue missions from the last couple of years. We close out the show with some Trek Propaganda, how to check your bung for deer ticks, and our favorite creature comforts. Backcountry.com discount code: Use code: Backpacker15 to save 15% on your first purchase from Backcountry.com/backpackerradio Zpacks discount code:Use code: HEXAMIDBPR for $25 discount at Zpacks.com [divider] The Trek's Pledge to Do Better BACKPACKER RADIO MERCH Interview with Doug  Laher, Trevor Laher's Father  and  Kaitlyn Purington  from  Riverside  Mountain  Rescue  Unit Trevor's Eternal Trail  Riverside Mountain Rescue Unit  Hikerlink! Intro Song: Walking Slow by Animal Years Intro beats: Pauly Boy Shallcross Check out Trail Correspondents Check out The Attempt!  [divider] Doug Laher, father of late Trevor Laher 00:03:55 – Doug reads his article about Trevor 00:26:40 – The Article was written six weeks ago, what has happened since then? 00:28:00 – The intentions behind telling Trevor’s story 00:29:20 – How are you doing now? 00:31:34 – What do you want people to take away from Trevor’s story? How do we carry on his legacy? 00:35:25 – Any advice or words of wisdom for parents of aspiring thru-hikers? 00:38:30 – Possibility of reworking the trail at Apache Peak? 00:39:30 – Guthook put a warning in Trevor’s honor 00:46:10 – Can you tell us about the fundraiser you did with RMRU? 00:49:00 – The Trek readers donated roughly $5,000 to RMRU 00:50:30 – You can donate to RMRU here 00:55:20 – Circus and Snapshot made a memorial to Trevor 01:00:26 – Two rescuers retrieved all of Trevor’s belongings 01:07:40 – “You’ve got one fucking life, you better live that shit.” - IBTAT   Kaitlyn Perington of RMRU 01:11:00  – Can you tell us about RMRU? 01:12:20 – Is there an area that requires the majority of RMRU’s rescue missions? 01:12:55 – Is there a busier season? 01:13:26 – How many calls do you usually get from PCT hikers? 01:13:44 – How did you specifically get involved with RMRU? 01:14:35 – What was the process like for becoming a volunteer? 01:16:30 - Are there specific requirements for joining the unit? 01:18:00 – What skills/training/certifications are people required to have? 01:19:30 – How does a shift work? 01:20:30 – Is there a certain number of people you need for a mission? 01:21:50 – How has coronavirus impacted SAR? 01:23:49 – Would you still do mouth-to-mouth during COVID? 01:24:34 – How many missions do you do per year? 01:24:56 – Is there one mission you were involved with that stands out to you? 01:29:17 – Does it frustrate you when people are unprepared? 01:13:51 – Do you ever get frequent callers? 01:33:30 – If you keep getting repeat places you’re called back to, can you put a sign in a specific spot? 01:34:30 – What kind of funds are required to keep RMRU going? 01:37:10 – Aside from monetary donations are there things RMRU could use gear wise? 01:38:20 – donate at RMRU.org SEGMENTS Trek Propaganda – Effie Drew’s “Changing the Narrative and Amplifying Voices: Resources for Education and Inclusivity in the Outdoor Industry” Mail Bag Favorite lightweight entertainment / creature comforts on trail [divider] Have any praise, questions, praise, comments, praise or praise for Backpacker Radio?  Reach out to podcast@thetrek.co. Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes (and please leave us a review)!  Find us on Stitcher and Google Play. Support us on Patreon to get bonus content. A super big thank you to our Chuck Norris Award winner(s) from Patreon: Andrew, Austen McDaniel, Christopher Marshburn, Janelle L, Paul Packman Sealy, S11N, Sawyer Products, and Thomas Fullner A big thank you to our Cinnamon Connection Champions from Patreon: Dcnerdlet, Jacob Northrup, Jason Lawrence, Jeff LaFranier, Jeffrey Miller, Mark Snook, Mitchell, Peter, Peter Ellenberg, and Zoe Jenkins Follow The Trek, Chaunce, Badger, and Trail Correspondents on Instagram. Follow The Trek and Chaunce on YouTube. Follow Backpacker Radio, and Chaunce on Facebook. Follow The Trek on Twitter and sign up for our newsletter. Buy Chaunce's Book on Amazon. Get a free account at Hikerlink.

Christine Thürmer ist die meist gewanderte Frau der Welt. Sie lebt vom Langstreckenwandern, schreibt Bücher und versorgt ihr Follower von Unterwegs mit Eindrücken ihrer Wanderungen! Ein Thema, für das sie sich sehr begeistert, findet dabei aber zu wenig Gehör: Der digitale Aspekt des Wanderns. Und genau darüber haben wir mit ihr gesprochen. Wie funktioniert eigentlich eine digitale Routenplanung? Was gibt es für Apps und Tools und was musste eigentlich passieren, damit digitale Routenplanung und Navigation erst möglich wurden? Eine spannende Folge zu einem Thema, das sehr spezifisch sein mag, aber unglaublich interessant ist! Die Empfehlungen der Woche: Christine Thürmer empfiehlt Waymarked Trails: https://waymarkedtrails.org/ Moritz empfiehlt Trello: https://trello.com/ Hier findet ihr alle Links zu den in der Folge genannten Apps, Seiten und Tools: Christine Thürmer auf Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChristineThuermer/ Christine Thürmer auf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christine_thuermer/ Basecamp: https://www.garmin.com/de-DE/software/basecamp/ Locus Map: https://www.locusmap.eu/de/ OruxMaps: https://www.oruxmaps.com/cs/en/ OsmAnd: https://osmand.net/ Guthook: https://atlasguides.com/guthook-guides/ Hiiker: https://hiiker.app/ Waymarked Trails: https://waymarkedtrails.org/ Freizeitkarte: https://www.freizeitkarte-osm.de/ Wir hoffen, euch hat die Folge Tech und Trara gefallen! Schreibt euer Feedback, eure Fragen oder eure Empfehlungen jederzeit an: techundtrara@netzpiloten.de Oder Folgt uns auf Twitter unter @techundtrara.

Andrew and Ryan answer questions solicited from the Backpacking Light community on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Covered in this episode:  Hydrophobic down technology  Solar panels and battery pack management  Favorite hiking books and movies  How to get a good night’s sleep in the backcountry  Hammock systems  DCF/eVent fabrics Appalachian Trail trip planning  And more!   Also in this episode:  Ryan and Andrew catch up on quarantine life  New favorite gear! Click here for show notes: https://backpackinglight.com/027-podcast-listener-questions This podcast is brought to you ad-free by the subscribing members of backpackinglight.com. Please leave us a review and rating, it helps other people find our show.

In Episode 72, Victoria Livschitz tells us about "Right On Trek", a website to help hikers and backpackers plan their multi-day backpacking trips.  Victoria did her first thru-hike on the John Muir Trail only a few years ago but has since embraced the sport and logged recent ventures into Patagonia and the Grand Canyon. She joins the show this evening to tell us about her introduction to backpacking, how it changed her life, and why the serial entrepreneur was motivated to create other tools to help backpackers plan their ventures in to the wilderness.  Victoria is asked to compare her tools to other well known applications on the market - like Guthook and AllTrails.  Join us for this interesting conversation.  Subject: Right On TrekInterviewees: Victoria LivschitzInterview Date: January 23, 2020Runtime: 54:26 Download Now: Right On Trek (WMA format 26.5 Meg); Right On Trek (MP3 format 52.5 Meg)

June Gear Contest Still Open  Go back and check out Episode 41 (Virtual Campfire with Guthook) for details on how to win! Rachael DeLano (Trail Name: Rabbit) describes herself as "a hiker, guide, rabbit lover, and yoga teacher." She recently completed her Triple Crown and joined us for a Wednesday night hangout this May. We talked about her reasons for starting the AT, big adventures out west and her journey hiking Hadrian's Wall, an ancient defensive fortification in the Roman province of Britannia. Oh, and poop. Rabbit on Instagram RabbitHikes  Listeners who support the show have already heard the next FOUR episodes while you and I sit here like a couple of highschool kids who haven't been issued lockers yet.  Get more episodes AND support the show! Survival Tarp at Etowah Gear Reptar Hikes! Email the show Stories From The Trail on Facebook Stories From the Trail on Instagram JOIN US and listen LIVE on Discord Get the audio version of Where's the Next Shelter? for free when you join Audible! Stories From the Trail is presented by The Trek.

June Gear Giveaway Contest announced in this episode! We're moving this one to the front of the queue so you can get in on the contest while there's still time. You have till the end of June to enter, listen for details! In this episode, Guthook joins us and we talk about chiggers and get caught up on Trail Days. Reptar tells us more about his upcoming PCT hike, and we give away not one, but TWO prizes to our listeners. One of which could be you!   Listeners who support the show have already heard the next THREE episodes while you and I sit here like a couple of Storm Troopers who haven't been issued blasters yet.  Get more episodes AND support the show! Survival Tarp at Etowah Gear Guthook Guides Reptar Hikes! Email the show Stories From The Trail on Facebook Stories From the Trail on Instagram JOIN US on Discord Get the audio version of Where's the Next Shelter? for free when you join Audible! Stories From the Trail is presented by The Trek.

Take a hike with Ryan Linn, aka Guthook, who is a Co-Founder and the Head of Technology at Atlas Guides. Atlas Guides produces Guthook Guides, which are popular navigational smartphone guides for trails all over the world. On this episode, Ryan shares how the name Guthook was chosen, how the guides came to life, and what Atlas Guides offers to make Guthook a go-to app among thru-hikers. Engage with Ryan and team at: Instagram: @guthookguides & #withguthook Facebook: Atlas Guides - Guthook Guides AtlasGuides.com   Connect with Take A Hike: iTunes | Google Play | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | Tumblr ***** Music in the episode is produced by BigBouncyBright, purchased via AudioJungle.

Guthook's AMA (Ask Me Anything) How did Guthook get his trail name? What about the Hayduke Trail? NOLS.edu "The Secret to Good Trail Mix" Guthook's 7th best poop story The Bristol Stool Chart Also... Announcing: Long Distance Prep School Join our community AND support the show! Stories From The Trail on Facebook Stories From the Trail on Instagram

What's it like to build the most ubiquitous in the hiking community?  Today we learn that answer as we're joined by Ryan Linn, more commonly known as Guthook, one of the people behind the "Guthook App", the uber-popular navigation app, especially amongst thru-hikers.  He shares his background in backpacking and thru-hiking, the inspiration for the creation of the app, his coding background, and what lies in store for the future of the app. We also talk about Jennifer Pharr Davis' wonderful article on Health Insurance Options for Thru-Hikers, an illustration outlining five ways to poop in the woods, and the ranking of New Hampshire's 48 4,000 foot peaks. We close out the show with a heated Triple Crown of Thanksgiving Foods and some mailbag questions.   Subjects discussed in today's show include: Sawyer Micro Squeeze Filter Let's talk about Treks, baby!  (also poo and pee) Chaunce stole my ice axe Chaunce is a segment short of finishing the CT Guthook's Apps AWOL's Guide Guthook or Guthooks? [VOTE] Health Insurance Options for Long Distance Backpackers APPLY to be a Trek Blogger or Vlogger 5 Ways to Poop in the Woods, an Illustration New Hampshire’s 48 4,000-Footers, Ranked Triple Crown of Thanksgiving Foods Have any praise, questions, praise, comments, praise or praise for Backpacker Radio?  Reach out to podcast@thetrek.co. Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes (and please leave us a review)! Download this podcast.  Find us on Stitcher and Google Play. Support us on Patreon! A super big thank you to our Chuck Norris Award winner(s) from Patreon: Sawyer Products, Tama Lama Ding Dong A big thank you to our Cinnamon Connection Champions from Patreon: Gregory Gardner, Kate Hurley, Clint "DuctTape" Sherbet, Randy Harter and Peter Leven. Follow Guthook's Apps, Backpacker Radio, The Trek, Chaunce, and Badger on Instagram. Follow The Trek and Chaunce on YouTube. Follow The Trek on Facebook, Twitter and sign up for our newsletter.

Dan and Guthook open up the mailbag and tackle a list of questions about hiking the AT by a listener from Down Under. Also, an important announcement about the show... Links: Appalachian Trail Safety Tips Atlas Guides  

  Technology on a thru-hike.  Combining these words tends to rouse some heated debate.  Some people abstain entirely from technology during their hikes, opting only to keep in touch with loved ones while in town.  Some are nearly constantly plugged in, listening to music and/or podcasts all day, posting Instagram updates every time they get service, constantly checking Guthook's app, even watching movies in their tents at night.  Most thru-hikers fall somewhere in the middle. We check in with our hikers to get their take.  Specifically how they interact with technology on trail, how they witness their fellow hikers using it, and whether it's ultimately good or bad for the hiking community at large.  Their answers shine good insight on this seemingly paradoxical relationship with devices in the backcountry. In today's show, we hear from: Jacob Beaver Kate Mueller aka Sassafras  IBTAT Madeline Newel Miles Bisher aka "Miles To Go" Kate Emmons Lukas Isaacson Sarah Mowery Rachael “Rabbit” DeLano   You can support the show through our Patreon page, which helps us to publish episodes more frequently. Have any praise, questions, praise, comments, praise or praise for Backpacker Radio?  Reach out to podcast@thetrek.co. Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes (and please leave us a review)! Find us on Stitcher and Google Play. Follow Backpacker Radio, The Trek, Chaunce, and Badger on Instagram. Follow The Trek and Chaunce on YouTube Follow The Trek on Facebook, Twitter and sign up for our newsletter. A super big thank you to our Chuck Norris Award winner(s) from Patreon: Sawyer Products. A big thank you to our Cinnamon Connection Champions from Patreon: Gregory Gardner, Kate Hurley, Clint "DuctTape" Sherbet, Peter Leven Episode produced by Pauly Boy Shallcross. Check out his coffee roaster, Old Man Murph's.   Music via.

Dan and Guthook explore the wide world of Leave No Trace wilderness ethics and talk about some of the LNT challenges hikers often face: unattended trail magic, water caches, camp chores, and cat holes. Warning: Provocative content! Download Episode

The hot weather is back and so is Weekly Hiking Tip!  Dan and Guthook talk about staving off heat exhaustion during the height of summer, the Skyline Lodge controversy on Mt. Washington, and tips for ultralighting. Check out Atlas Guide's newly redesigned website!  

Smell something burning? That's because Dan and Guthook are all about camp stoves in Episode 30! The guys discuss all major backpacking stove technologies, reviewing the pros and cons of canister, alcohol, ESBIT/solid fuel, bottle-liquid, and wood. Link to postal regulations for shipping gas canisters:  http://distancehiking.com/updates/shipping-stove-fuel/    

Ryan Linn has hiked both the Appalachian Trail (in 2007) and the Pacific Crest Trail (in 2010). He gained a true appreciation of the outdoors after college, combining his love of hiking with various jobs in and around the hiking business. It was while he was on the Pacific Crest Trail that he met his eventual business partner, Paul. They were both unsatisfied with the dearth of good, accessible maps for the long trails, and both saw the potential for smartphones within the hiking community. Starting with the PCT, the business of Guthooks was born. The Appalachian Trail followed and now the company provides map apps for the majority of the famous, and some of the not-so-famous hikes of America. In the meantime, as you can see below, his hair and beard seemed to grow in opposite directions! Ryan is aware of the intrusion of technology into the solitude of hiking He has thought carefully of the responsibility that his company holds and is trying to develop education and knowledge of hiking through partnerships with well-known stewards of the trail. You can learn more about Ryan and his company by visiting Atlas Guides, the company website, at http://www.atlasguides.com/ There are also company Facebook and Instagram pages. If you'd like to learn more about Ryan's hikes, you can follow his blog, which pre-dates his apps, at http://www.guthookhikes.com/ We'll soon be saying goodbye to Doctor Lynne, and this week she has some wise words about food and nutrition. For our sister show, Bruce Matson's blog is now regularly updated. You can find it at rtkchallenge.com, where you will also be able to hear our podcast and contribute to his fundraising for the Appalachian Trail Conservancy. While you’re online, we’d also be delighted if you’d check out Trailtopia.com and consider the wonderful food choices that they have for your next hike.

Guthook talks about his winter hike in southern Vermont and we break open the mailbag!  

If you're long distance hiking in 2018, you're getting really excited as 2017 draws to a close! Dan and Guthook talk about pitfalls of over-preparation and big picture things to think about 3 months out.  Dan's holiday office party Yankee Swap fail.  

Weekly Hiking Tip is back with return guest, Guthook!  Guthook shares stories from his recent hike across Northern England via the Coast to Coast Walk. Buckle in for surprise quail hunts and thru-hiking British style.  Dan and Guthook share holiday gift ideas for the aspiring long distance hiker in your life!  It's a packed show! Download Episode

This week, Guthook, co-founder of Guthook's Guides and Atlas Guides, joins Dan in a discussion about maps, apps, and trail navigation.