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In this episode, the guys are chatting with Jessica “Dixie” Mills from Homemade Wanderlust. They discussed her recent Kilimanjaro trip, past adventures, and gave the livestream audience the opportunity to ask questions. If you ever wondered if Dixie was the genuine article, this episode will prove she definitely is. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/backpackingpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backpackingpodcast/support

Jessica Mills, or Dixie, as she's known on trail, has extensive backpacking experience, having completed more than 10,00 trail miles and the Triple Crown of backing, the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, and the Continental Divide Trail.  She shares her experiences and lessons on her YouTube channel, Homemade Wanderlust.  She serves as an inspiration and source of knowledge on all things long trail there and her quote today is particularly profound, both on and off the trail.  

Originally aired June 3, 2019When Jessica Mills, aka “Dixie”, quit her engineering job and began her first thru-hiking adventure on the Appalachian Trail, she never imagined her YouTube channel would grow into what it has become. Through her easy-going demeanor, matter-of-fact advice, and overall charming attitude, she has become one of the go-to sources of advice, inspiration,  and how-to channels to learn about all things backpacking. I hope you enjoy this look behind the scenes of the Homemade Wanderlust channel and the triple-crowner who hosts it.Be sure to check out Dixie's weekly videos here, which include her most recent thru-hike, The Florida Trail: www.YouTube.com/c/homemadewanderlustFacebook: @HomemadeWanderlustInstagram: @HomemadeWanderlustWebsite/Blog: www.homemadewanderlust.comBIG NEWS IN THE SHOW NOTES! - Come see us in Portland, Oregon this Saturday!Athletic Brewing was able to partner with the amazing folks at WZRD Media to film Adventure Sports Podcast alumni, Jason Hardrath, on his adventure to 100 Fastest Known Times through the new documentary, Journey to 100. You find out more about the film, watch the trailer, and come see it on tour (Mason from Adventure Sports Podcast will be there!) at AthleticBrewing.com/Journeyto100.Portland TicketsSeattle TicketsVirtual Screening TicketsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode of Walking Distance presented by The Trek and hosted by Blissful Hiker (Alison Young), we are joined by Sophia Garber, a 24-year-old Appalachian Trail thru-hiker and vlogger, and Second Chance Hiker, aka Cory. Every morning Sophia writes “be the sunshine” with sharpie on her arm, a phrase that comes from her friend Cristal; she met Cristal working at the Ulman House, a nonprofit for young adults with cancer. Her mantra reminds her to find meaning and joy in things that can be dark; Sophia has dedicated her hike to Cristal's memory.  Cory, Second Chance Hiker, started hiking the Pacific Crest Trail to lose weight after being inspired by Jessica Mills, better known as Dixie on Youtube. Originally, Cory didn't want to share his story until he lost weight, but his vlogs became very successful. Since his PCT hike, Cory has hiked the Velebit Mountain Range in Croatia as well as the most difficult portion of Florida Trail through the swamps. Blissful Hiker covers the logistics of vlogging while hiking, how the internet influences the hiking experience, both positively and negatively, and being vulnerable online. Garage Grown Gear discount code: Use code “distance10” to save 10% at garagegrowngear.com.  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 Sophia Garber 1:00 - Introduction to Sophia 2:25 - Where did “be the sunshine” come from, and who is Cristal? 3:30 - Why did you decide to be a vlogger? 5:50 - How has social media and YouTube impacted your hike? 7:02 - You're putting yourself out there and you're completely public on YouTube. Do you ever have second thoughts about putting your experience into the public forum? 8:30 - How do you balance being in the moment during your hike and bringing people along for the ride? 9:37 - What's your editing process? You do take your time and add music, what's that like? 10:28 - You had to stop vlogging for a few days because you got injured and it was raining, and you said you were sad. How do you approach sharing your feelings on the vlog? 13:20 - It seems that you don't want to vlog just to show the trail, but you want to show what's beyond the trail. What do you want viewers to get out of the vlog? Interview with Second Chance Hiker/Cory 15:42 - What's it like to be a public figure on the trail? 17:30 - Introduction to Second Chance Hiker 19:05 - Who do you envision talking to while you're vlogging? 19:45 - It seems like a large jump, coming from being isolated with few friends to having so many followers on social media. How did you cope with that change? 20:45 - It's amazing that you have a good support system with your ex-wife and your family. I imagine she also emotionally supported you through your PCT hike. 21:36 - You mentioned Dixie, who is Homemade Wanderlust on Youtube. You started watching her videos before you started hiking; what's your relationship to her?  22:40 - Did you see yourself becoming a vlogger like Dixie, or did that happen more organically? 23:20 - From your very first vlog episode, you made yourself as vulnerable as you can be online. All of us have something about ourselves that we don't like; I think you give people permission to be vulnerable. What made you willing to open yourself to the world not only about hiking but your weight loss journey? 25:20 - You said “yes” to something enormous; why did you choose the PCT? 26:15 - What did you do to prepare? Was the PCT your first backpacking experience? 27:10 - You had a pretty serious accident on Devil's Peak. What was going through your head? 28:04 - Doing Youtube, you open yourself up to positive experiences but also nasty comments. How did you manage? 30:42 - When you edit a story together on Youtube, you get lots of nice comments from people and it can be inspiring to see what people react to. 31:20 - You have an infectious giggle and smile, which is wonderful to see. Have you always been someone who laughs through hard times? Mentioned in this episode: Sophia Garber's 2021 AT Vlogs Sophia Garber on Instagram Second Chance Hiker's Youtube Channel Second Chance Hiker on Instagram Outside Online: Fame, Romance, and a Second Chance on the PCT  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.

Welcome to week two of The Camp Walk•Along Wire! Did you try the sloppy joes in the cafeteria? We cap things off this episode with an introduction to our special guest Camp Counselor Dixie from Homemade Wanderlust. Dixie and Bison met on the Appalachian Trail in 2015 and since then Dixie has completed the Triple Crown of US long distance hiking trails, also including the Pacific Crest Trail and Continental Divide Trail. Dixie walks our counselors through her hiking journey, including her childhood love of the outdoors and the chance encounter which pushed her to start the Appalachian Trail. Along the way, she discusses the pros and cons of choosing the Continental Divide Trail as a first thru-hike and some of her favorite memories from her adventures. Our Counselors use this opportunity to get Dixie's sage wisdom on topics like gear preferences in extreme weather, the best way to spend a “zero day” during your thru-hike, and the ideal playlist to help you climb a mountain. Knowledge is often a communal resource in long distance hiking, and Camp Walk•Along was very excited to have the opportunity to learn from Dixie's experience. For decades, hikers have given talks, written articles, and now often make videos in an effort to educate and share their experience along these long-distance trails. The Homemade Wanderlust community has grown far and wide on Facebook, Youtube, and beyond - we encourage you to follow along with Dixie's continued outdoor pursuits. To end the episode, Dixie joins our counselors for a hiking themed “what if” question, as everyone considers who their ideal hiking partner would be… alive, dead, or fictional! As our counselors work their way to the New Mexico border, we're glad to have you with us this season! If you have any questions for our campers, send them our way at campwalkalong@gmail.com or hit us up at campwalkalong on instagram. If your question is featured on air, we'll reach out to make sure you receive an official Camp Walk•Along sticker. Our camp is powered by you - the campers. If you feel so inclined, financial contributions to the hike can be made at anchor.fm/camp-walkalong and your support, emotional, financial, or otherwise, is truly appreciated. Leave a rating and subscribe on your platform of choice! Our camp staff wants you to have the best year ever. The Camp Walk•Along Wire will be back next week, as our counselors take New Mexico by storm. Don't touch that dial, campers! We're going on a walk - wanna walk•along? You can find Dixie on Instagram, Youtube, Facebook, and other social media @homemadewanderlust --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/camp-walkalong/support

Originally aired June 3, 2019 When Jessica Mills, aka “Dixie”, quit her engineering job and began her first thru-hiking adventure of the Appalachian Trail, she never imagined her YouTube channel would grow into what it has become. Through her easy-going demeanor, matter-of-fact advice, and overall charming attitude, she has become one of the go-to sources of advice, inspiration,  and how-to channels to learn about all things backpacking. I hope you enjoy this look behind the scenes of the Homemade Wanderlust channel and the triple-crowner who hosts it. Be sure to check out Dixie’s weekly videos here, which include her most recent thru hike, The Florida Trail: www.YouTube.com/c/homemadewanderlust ( https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQhqmV26773qZhzqJz4VFcw/featured ) Facebook: @HomemadeWanderlust ( http://www.facebook.com/homemadewanderlust ) Instagram: @HomemadeWanderlust ( https://www.instagram.com/homemadewanderlust/?hl=en ) Website/Blog: www.homemadewanderlust.com ( http://www.homemadewanderlust.com/ ) Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jessica Mills is known worldwide as Homemade Wanderlust.  She is primarily known for being a Triple Crowner or someone who has through hiked the Appalachian Trail, The Continental Divide Trail and the Pacific Crest Trail between 2015 and 2018.  Since then she has become a Youtube star with 259,000 subscribers as well as many other ways that she connects with her following.  She has figured out how to make a living doing what she loves in the new world of Youtube, Social Media, Patreon, Paid memberships and speaking engagements.  We talk through how she did it, the various crossroads that she encountered and when she knew it was time to jump in full time. Listen to the other podcast I did with Jessica HERE. This episode is brought to you by these great sponsors: Barracuda Tackle - Makers of the best cast nets on the market BarracudaTackle.com Get 30% off any order on Hukgear.com by using the code SE30 at checkout Get 20% off + free shipping on products from Manscaped.com by using the code TRP at checkout This episode has been brought to you by Waypoint TV. Waypoint is the ultimate outdoor network featuring streaming of full-length fishing and hunting television shows, short films and instructional content, a social media network, Podcast Network. Waypoint is available on Roku, Samsung Smart TV, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, Android TV, IoS devices, Android Devices and at www.waypointtv.com all for FREE! Join the Waypoint Army by following them on Instagram at the following accounts @waypointtv @waypointfish @waypointsalt @waypointboating @waypointhunt @waypointoutdoorcollective Find over 150 full episodes of Saltwater Experience on Waypoint You can follow Tom Rowland on Instagram @tom_rowland and find all episodes and show notes at Tomrowlandpodcast.com Learn more about Tom's Television shows by visiting their websites: Saltwater Experience Into the Blue Sweetwater Contact Tom through email: Podcast@saltwaterexperience.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jessica Mills is known worldwide as Homemade Wanderlust.  She is primarily known for being a Triple Crowner or someone who has through hiked the Appalachian Trail, The Continental Divide Trail and the Pacific Crest Trail between 2015 and 2018.  Since then she has become a Youtube star with 259,000 subscribers as well as many other ways that she connects with her following.  She has figured out how to make a living doing what she loves in the new world of Youtube, Social Media, Patreon, Paid memberships and speaking engagements.  We talk through how she did it, the various crossroads that she encountered and when she knew it was time to jump in full time. Listen to the other podcast I did with Jessica HERE. This episode is brought to you by these great sponsors: Barracuda Tackle - Makers of the best cast nets on the market BarracudaTackle.com Get 30% off any order on Hukgear.com by using the code SE30 at checkout Get 20% off + free shipping on products from Manscaped.com by using the code TRP at checkout This episode has been brought to you by Waypoint TV. Waypoint is the ultimate outdoor network featuring streaming of full-length fishing and hunting television shows, short films and instructional content, a social media network, Podcast Network. Waypoint is available on Roku, Samsung Smart TV, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, Android TV, IoS devices, Android Devices and at www.waypointtv.com all for FREE! Join the Waypoint Army by following them on Instagram at the following accounts @waypointtv @waypointfish @waypointsalt @waypointboating @waypointhunt @waypointoutdoorcollective Find over 150 full episodes of Saltwater Experience on Waypoint You can follow Tom Rowland on Instagram @tom_rowland and find all episodes and show notes at Tomrowlandpodcast.com Learn more about Tom's Television shows by visiting their websites: Saltwater Experience Into the Blue Sweetwater Contact Tom through email: Podcast@saltwaterexperience.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It may not be an official interview day, but I thought you’d all be eager to hear this one as soon as possible. I am joined by none other than Ms. Jessica Mills - also known as Dixie of Homemade Wanderlust. We originally were going to talk about how the through hiking lifestyle impacts a person’s ability to be prepared, but we went on a talking adventure - join us! Webinar this week: Property Walk at the Holler Homestead Livestream with the Holler Neighbors - Knighthawk Shares His Purpose! https://youtu.be/vbBUitXlR5g Spring Workshop June 11-13 https://www.livingfreeintennessee.com/spring-workshop-2020/ Tales from the Prepper Pantry Rouchetta Getting ready for a dry good resupply A word on food system disruptions - and what to do Featured Forage - source the Herbal Academy Red clover (Trifolium pratense)  Skin conditions as a tea with stinging nettler and yellow docl “Purification” properties used in addressing lung conditions and bronchitis Menopausal support (Unverified) If you are going to use this, look over interactions with drugs and other conditions - I know it is hard to think that tea can interfere with pharmaceuticals, but if too much broccoli can negatively impact certain treatments, an herbal remedy can also.  Red clover can increase chances of bleeding so do not pair with blood thinners for example. Harvest when still wet with dew (I had no idea) Tea: 1-3 tsp red clover, steep for 15 minutes Operation Independence The psychological upgrade of the pergola Main topic of the Show: Hiking, Preparing and Living Your Best Life with Jessica "Dixie" Mills Make it a great week! Song: Special by Sauce GUYS! Don’t forget about the cookbook, Cook With What You Have by Nicole Sauce and Mama Sauce.  Community Mewe Group: https://mewe.com/join/lftn Facebook Group: Facebook.com/groups/lftncoffeebreak/ Instagram: @nicolesauce Twitter: @nicolesauce Advisory Board The Booze Whisperer The Tactical Redneck Chef Brett Samantha the Savings Ninja Resources Membership Sign Up Holler Roast Coffee  

Today is Friday so we have a guest interview. When I got to know Jessica Mills, AKA "Dixie" from Homemade Wanderlust, I was impressed with her no nonsense, friendly and empowering approach to everything. She was fun to talk with, eager to share information, and genuinely interested in seeing everyone around her do well. This, paired with her ability to get things done well no matter what, made her a great person to interview. Join me today as I talk with Jessica about building your dream job, establishing a personal brand, backpacking, self-reliance and more!

Today I got to sit down with Jessica “Dixie” Mills of Homemade Wanderlust and hear about her story of quitting her job as an engineer to pursue her passion. Jessica has hiked the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail and the Continental Divide Trail, naming her a Triple Crowner. See what is next for Jessica, and read the article about her HERE. This episode brought to you by EARLY RISER COFFEE and by FLORIDA KEYS AIR.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We first spoke with Jessica after she had successfully completed her thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail in 2015. Since then Jessica has continued to share her backpacking and hiking advice though her website and hugely popular Youtube channel  - Homemade Wanderlust (well worth checking out - over 150,000 subscribers!) Jessica talks very openly about her dreams, doing what she loves, the challenges out on the trail as well as how she is funding her life. I am inspired by Dixie and what she has achieved and I know you will be as well. Enjoy this episode! Show notes What does she prefer to be called? How Dixie would introduce herself Completing the recipe to be successful.. but not being happy Doing what she loves Listen to Jessica when she shares more about hiking the Appalachian Trail in 2015 Getting back home after the Appalachian Trail Wanting to get hiking again Doing a wide variety of different jobs while growing her youtube channel 2017 and doing the Pacific Crest Trail - the why and the how Learning about the CDT The pressure she felt at the start of the PCT and feeling so nervous about the desert and the snow Gear changes and wanting to go lighter with her gear Getting use to dry camping Not being able to train before the PCT Dealing with the desert and the first 700 miles Filming on the PCT and trying to capture more of nature  The moment that stands out on the trail and why the bad days make the best stories Loss of life on the trail Crossing rivers Navigation on the trail and using the Gut Hook App Appreciating the trail but also taking time out for a family graduation Getting to the end of the trail and what it felt like Patreon and how patrons have helped to change her life Wanting to get out on the CDT in 2018 Heading north bound - 3,050 miles! Create your own adventure trail! The challenges of the CDT  Food and nutrition on the trails Lessons learned on the CDT Taking risks doing thru hikes When things don’t go to plan Completing the triple crown and why it was surreal Life after a thru hike Future hikes and plans  2019 plans with her mum on the PCT Top tips for having a successful thru-hike   Social Media Youtube @homemadewanderlust Website - www.homemadewanderlust.com

Today, I have a pretty short episode about family, making time for them, and why it matters. Why short? Because today, I am coming to you from California while visiting my family -- and nieces -- who I have not seen in over a year. And what a visit it has been. I will be here through Tuesday and fly home on Wednesday, which means that the podcast for Wednesday will be a replay because I have realized that flying across the country, and also recording a podcast is not going to work this week. But don't worry. We will be back to normal on Friday...and the Holler Hat content post will go out as planned as it is the last one before Thursday's drawing for a free membership! Direct Download Spring Workshop: Jessica Mills, AKA Dixie, from Homemade Wanderlust will be sharing what she has learned about building a personal online brand. You will not want to miss her session! Tales from the Prepper Pantry Wild Garlic is up AP lettuce survived the deep cold! Groundhog did not see his shadow Listener feedback Note in re: How to leave an iTunes Review (Link in the Show Notes) https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/living-free-in-tennessee-nicole-sauce/id1116295539?mt=2 Click on "View in iTunes" Click on Ratings and Reviews Click on "Write a Review" Operation Independence Operation Back Rehab Daniel: Congratulations Main topic of the show: Family is Everything Make it a great week! Song: Grandpa's Song by Sauce Advisory Board The Booze Whisperer The Tactical Redneck Chef Brett Samantha the Savings Ninja Shawn Mills Resources Membership Sign Up Facebook Group: Facebook.com/groups/lftncoffeebreak/  

  Jessica Mills has become something of a YouTube sensation, with her Appalachian Trail videos securing a base of support during her 2015 thru-hike. However, that support has grown exponentially this year, as she took on, and beat, the Pacific Crest Trail, battling the snow in the Sierras, then smoke from fires the rest of the way.     Her breezy delivery, thoughtful commentary, great pictures (including some taken from a drone, and sheer bravado in the face of difficult conditions, have made her PCT vidoes required viewing for aspiring and veteran hikers alike. Jessica discusses this year's hike with Steve and answers the inevitable question, "Did you prefer the AT or the PCT?"     Jessica is very active on social media, under the name of Homemade Wanderlust, and she can be contacted through the following sites. Website: www.homemadewanderlust.com Facebook: homemadewanderlust Instagram: @homemadewanderlust YouTube: homemadewanderlust Patreon: homemadewanderlust Twitter: @homemadeWL You can also find Jessica's book about her 2015 Appalachian Trail thru-hike on Amazon     Lynne Savino gives us another Doc Spot, with her spotlight focused on heat related illness. Steve remains utterly clueless in these pieces and thanks Lynne for her diligence in bringing this important information to hikers. If a hiker learns the thing that can save his or her life then Lynne's work will be rewarded.   Please check out our sister podcast, Returning to Katahdin: An Appalachian Trail Dream, featuring a detailed look at Bruce Matson's attempt to hike the AT in 2018. If you want to find out more about Bruce and his hike, go to his website, ReturningToKatahdin.com.   Also, don't forget to try out our title sponsor's website, Trailtopia.com, when planning your next trip into the woods.          

Helping out Sophie with her uni work!   ************************************************** Hi!   As I have mentioned in my Facebook message, I am currently writing a short film for a class in university (Concordia) about two women aged 22 and 25. Briefly, the story happens when the girls stop at the Greenleaf Hut. My teacher asked us to do some research about our subject. Thus, I have some questions to ask you to make sure my story is realistic!      How many months do it takes to get to the White Mountains (considering you start from the very beginning in Georgia)? Was there a point in your hike where you could not imagine yourself go back to ''reality''? Were you ever sacred to go back to the life you had before doing the AT? Do you have any funny anecdotes or bad luck that happened on trail? How were your relation with other hikers? Did you make good friends there? What would be a typical discussion between thru-hikers in a hut be like (do you talk about your hike anecdotes or you talk about who you are)?  Do you have any examples of trail names?   How did your body changed due to the long distance hike?  What was your biggest motivation for doing the AT? Do the huts in the Whites have that principle that you can stay for the night if you help with chores? ( Dixie from Homemade Wanderlust talked about that in a vlog I think)   Feel free to skip questions if you don't have any answers or just don't want to talk about certain things! :)    Thank you so much for your time!!   Sophie   ***********************************************

When Jessica Mills, aka “Dixie”, quit her engineering job and began her first thru-hiking adventure of the Appalachian Trail, she never imagined her YouTube channel would grow into what it has become. Through her easy-going demeanor, matter of fact advice, and overall charming attitude, she has become one of the go-to sources of advice, inspiration,  and how-to channels to learn about all things backpacking. I hope you enjoy this look behind the scenes of the Homemade Wanderlust channel and the triple-crowner who hosts it. Be sure to check out Dixie’s weekly videos here: www.YouTube.com/c/homemadewanderlust Facebook: @HomemadeWanderlust Instagram: @HomemadeWanderlust Website/Blog: www.homemadewanderlust.com Photo credit here Athletic Brewing Company is a pioneer in craft non-alcoholic beer. They make great-tasting beer for the healthy, active, modern adult. Athletic uses certified all organic grains and only 50-70 calories a can. With IPA, Golden Ale, stouts, and tons of seasonal style offerings. Save 15% by using ADVENTURE at athleticbrewing.com @athleticbrewing If you're in need of some personalized advice before buying your gear, go to backpacktribe.com. You're not only able to purchase the gear you need on their website but talk with someone with the experience and know how. They also offer gear bundles and free shipping. @backpacktribal ASP is also sponsored by CS Instant Coffee. CS Instant Coffee is 100% Arabica Instant Coffee. Their compostable packaging provides guilt-free convenience that is perfect for the trail, office, and fitness.  Visit csinstant.coffee and use promo code 'Adventure' for 20% off at csinstant.coffee @c.s.coffee Support the Adventure Sports Podcast by giving as low as $1/month to our efforts to produce this show at patreon.com/AdventureSportsPodcast Call and leave us a voicemail at 812-MAIL-POD or 812-624-5763 or send an email to info@adventuresportspodcast.com