Podcasts about nimblewill nomad

Today, we have Nathan and Kimm Wright, from the Pinhoti Outdoor Center. I met them both at Trail Days this past weekend, and we got into a discussion on the benefits–or otherwise–of relocating the Southern Terminus of the Appalachian Trail to Alabama, using the Pinhoti Trail to effect that change. This is a controversial subject that Nathan and Kimm are well-versed in. Indeed, Nimblewill Nomad, who was with the two of them at Trail Days, got particularly het up over the subject. We'll let you decide. Listen to the two of them, then read the article below by Nimblewill, and, if you're convinced, why not sign their petition on change.org? https://nimblewillnomad.com/2022/02/24/pt-bmt-at-let-em-be/ https://www.change.org/p/do-not-move-the-appalachian-trail-terminus They also talked about the Pinhoti Trail "Kick Off," later in the year. You can check that out at https://www.facebook.com/events/1437834616634802 Some of the surviving members of the Mighty Blue Class of 2022 report in, with Dom Tammaro and Dan Whitesides giving their progress reports. From an old friend of the show, JC Van Etten, or Catmando, I got a call yesterday morning and he sent me some spectacular pictures ofrom the summit of Mt Whitney. It was great to hear from me, as well as a reminder that I'll be pushing for Whitney later this year.    Finally, the rest of the first chapter of George Steffanos's "Then the Hail Came." If you'd like to find out more about "Then The Hail Came," check out George's website at https://georgesteffanos.webador.com/. You can also find George's book on Amazon at this link. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09QFG4ZR6 If you like what we're doing on the Hiking Radio Network, and want to see our shows continue, please consider supporting us with either a one-off or monthly donation. You'll find the donate button on each Hiking Radio Network page at https://www.hikingradionetwork.com If you prefer NOT to use PayPal, you can now support us via check by mailing it to Mighty Blue Publishing, PO Box 6161, Sun City Center, FL 35751. Any support is gratefully received. If you'd like to take advantage of my book offer (all three of my printed hiking books–with a personal message and signed by me–for $31, including postage to the United States) send a check payable to Mighty Blue Publishing at the address just above.

Jason "Eternal" Cook drops in from his 16,000-mile hike of the Infinity Loop Trail, which incorporates all three American long trails, to talk trail with Doc and Chopper. Eternal calls in after Hiker Midnight from under a tarp on the trail as he's expecting snow, and boy, are we glad he did! This epic episode is worthy of its position as the kickoff for Season 4 of the Pod. In addition to talking about his creation of the Infinity Loop, Eternal and the guys spend some time on some incredible trail stories, including waking up under four feet of snow on the trail, sharing coffee over a campfire with Nimblewill Nomad, and being followed and threatened on the trail by the KKK. Don't miss a minute of this one! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/johnfreakinmuir/support

In this special New Year's episode Will and Neil sit down with legendary long distance hiker Nimblewill Nomad, the oldest man (at 83 years of age) to through hike the Appalachian Trail.  While others are making New Year's resolutions, Nimblewill lives them everyday through his hiking accomplishments.  Take a listen and hear him discuss his purpose and what keeps him going while on the trail.  Also, find out this year's resolution for Will and Neil and what (new) New Year's tradition Neil has planned for the big day.  Nimblewill Nomad: www.nimblewillnomad.com  

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/275 I had the pleasure of sitting down with Tom McCoy along with a good friend of mine, Michael Barger who was a co-host on this episodes.  Tom and Michael go back and fourth on fishing Long Island, what makes it special and the history behind a unique part of the country. Show Notes with Tom McCoy - Sweet Grass Fly Rods is owned by Jerry Kustich, a huge guru of fly fishing in the Northeast. - Rob Snowhite was on the podcast in Episode 12 and we dug into the Salmon River.  Rob is the host of the Fly Fishing Consultant Podcast. - Phil Monohan was on the podcast in episode 259 here and covered his role as the editor of the Orvis Blog. - Nimblewill Nomad hiked the Appalachian trail at 83 years old. - Tom's presentation with the Art Flick Trout Unlimited Chapter:  Connetquot River State Park - A Fly Fishing Tour: - Gil Bergen was a key player in the area and influenced many in the country. You can find Tom on Facebook here:   facebook.com/tom.mccoy.583 The Joe Stack -photo via: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jo-EvKnMriU Resources on Fishing Long Island Letters to Mac by Tom McCoy Fishing Long Island Conclusion with Tom McCoy Tom McCoy shared his experience on fishing Long Island and a number of books he has written in the area.  We also dig into a few of the big names in the NE including the great Art Flick who influenced many around the country. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/275

Matthew (Odie) has dedicated his life to helping Appalachian Trail thru hikers for nearly the past decade. On top of that, he is the founder of the Hiker Yearbook that is distributed to both the AT and PCT communities. It all started with his own thru hike of the Appalachian Trail back in 2013. In this episode we talk about the 7 Leave No Trace Principles, the birth of the Hiker Yearbook, and his experiences hiking with Nimblewill Nomad this past year.

We have the privilege of speaking with the one and only, "Nimblewill Nomad"! Beginning backpacking back in 1998, this man, and hiking legend, never stopped. Becoming the first to complete many different trails, and adding his name, trail after trail, mile after mile, into the very heart of the hiking community, honestly it is hard to distill everything he encompasses into words alone. What we will say is his name is synonymous with hiking itself. You would be hard pressed to meet a hiker, outdoorsperson, or someone involved in this community, that does not know his name, and speak it with reverence. This year he also became the oldest person ever, at the age of 83, to successfully thru-hike the Appalachian Trail. FAVORITE QUOTE: " If you got to ask the question, you don't know the answer" HONORARY MENTION QUOTE: "You are a jerk, Constantine" To learn more about who Nimblewill Nomad, or Meredith Eberhart, is check out the links below" Website: Nimblewillnomad.com You can find all of his associated content including his books through the above platform. To learn more about who we are, click the link below: ElevenSkys

TTB 167: November Travel Bites In this episode we discuss some of the recent travel related news we found interesting or relevant over the month of November. We break down our favorite different news articles, including:  https://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/article/5-pandemic-tech-innovations-that-will-change-travel-forever?cmpid=org=ngp::mc=crm-email::src=ngp::cmp=editorial::add=Travel_20211105::rid=$%7BProfile.CustomerKey%7D (5 pandemic tech innovations that will change travel forever) https://www.travelandleisure.com/hotels-resorts/vacation-rentals/how-to-safeguard-your-vacation-rental-against-scams?did=691237-20211101&utm_campaign=just-in_newsletter&utm_source=travelandleisure.com&utm_medium=email&utm_content=110121&cid=691237&mid=70894514790&fbclid=IwAR1S08I4c2NfQNXmCWuvD1lk0Rkaq1ACxysYwYhvl1KtpXPQb0mM0q9obog (A Vacation Rental Scam Cost This Traveler $20K — Here's the Red Flag She Missed) https://www.travelandleisure.com/travel-tips/clearing-search-history-affect-flight-prices?utm_campaign=travelandleisure_travelandleisure&utm_content=smartsearch&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_term=617ab3c410971300019e4f70&fbclid=IwAR2OB7em458g9hbRDjD86AL5Cn_F666XMnX_ll1B8rRolVVsg5jeEqGV-M4 (Clearing Your Search History Won't Get You a Cheaper Flight — Here's What to Do Instead) https://apnews.com/article/lifestyle-environment-and-nature-alabama-maine-07890eda2a8dc653bb69c68629e20a8f (‘Nimblewill Nomad,' 83, is oldest to hike Appalachian Trail) https://apps.apple.com/app/apple-store/id1563250221?mt=8 (Atlas Obscura is launching their first ever app on Apple iOS to help you rediscover the hidden wonders of the world!) https://finance.yahoo.com/news/airbnb-ceo-we-are-in-a-work-and-travel-revolution-161036418.html (Airbnb CEO: We are in a work and travel 'revolution') https://www.vice.com/en/article/n7nbv8/hundreds-of-people-stung-by-deathstalker-scorpions-during-storms-in-egypt (Hundreds of People Stung by ‘Deathstalker' Scorpions During Storms in Egypt) https://thepointsguy.com/guide/holiday-travel-tips/?utm_campaign=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=E7275212-4BB2-11EC-BBCC-DB27BECD475E&utm_term=Editorial&utm_source=facebook&fbclid=IwAR2YQ_yFuDq_Wq87ZrMKlc60miKozdZMIgr-fAEiQRFJmns1n5_1QUOZe34 (9 tips for flying during the holidays this season) Up This Month:  TAT on How to Pick a Tour Company Adam on meeting strangers on trains in Europe after overcoming mental illness Time for us to reflect on 2021 and discuss what 2022 holds for our travels The Travelers Blueprint is more than just a podcast with consulting services that allow you to Become Your Own Travel Agent! SUPPORT THE PODCAST!  This podcast was brought to you by MANSCAPED! Don't let your nether regions get out of hand while in the Netherlands (or anywhere)! Get 20% off with the code “TTB” when purchasing through https://www.manscaped.com/ (Manscaped.com) Take a moment to rate us! Screenshot your review, email us the screenshot with your name and address and we will send you a FREE travel sticker! TheTravelersBlueprint@gmail.com FREE Travel Cheat Sheet! A Travel Journal or a Travel Video Course!! Find it all at https://thetravelersblueprint.com/ttb-products (https://thetravelersblueprint.com/ttb-products) For less than a cup of coffee you can be a major supporter of our time and efforts in producing this podcast. Please consider becoming a Patron by signing up here: https://www.patreon.com/join/thetravelersblueprint (https://www.patreon.com/join/thetravelersblueprint) Follow Us on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/the_travelers_blueprint/ (Instagram) - https://www.facebook.com/TheTravelersBlueprint18/ (Facebook) - https://twitter.com/ttblueprint?lang=en (Twitter) - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyB8gPEriEPYP92Q1DHHkbg (YouTube) This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn -...

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek we are joined by backpacking legend Nimble Nomad. The name is likely familiar as Nimblewill Nomad recently made news for setting the record as the oldest person to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail at 83 years old. We learn all about this odyssey- and he does not sugarcoat how challenging it was. He also shares some of the wisdom he's accrued over his many tens of thousands of miles on trail, which can be applied to both your on and off-trail worlds.  We close the show with a triple crown of rooms in the house and some gift ideas for the backpacker in your life. IndexIQ: You no longer need to choose between supporting the environment and investing in your financial future. Visit clnretf.com today! Be sure to read IndexIQ information below before investing.  Gossamer Gear discount code: Use code “littledonkeygirl” for 15% off at Gossamergear.com. Excludes Black Friday sale, between 11/15-12/7. Organifi discount code: Go to organifi.com/backpacker, use code “backpacker” and get 25% off everything in the store and free shipping within the U.S. from 11/26-11/30. After those dates, get 20% off your entire purchase with code “backpacker”  Minus33: Head to minus33.com and use promo code “21backpacker15” for 15% off your order [divider] Interview with Nimblewill Nomad Time stamps & Questions 00:03:44 - QOTD: What single scene ruined an entire movie/TV series/franchise?  00:10:30 - Reminders: Backpacker Radio Sponsorship & Fundraising  00:11:38 - Introducing Nimblewill Nomad  00:12:25 - How did you get started in the world of hiking and backpacking?  00:15:05 - Did you always intend to go that far?  00:16:31 - Was there any part of you that wanted to finish at Katahdin?  00:18:36 - Does it get harder every time you finish?  00:21:10 - What is your terminology for your thru-hikes? 00:22:52 - What's the difference between your 1998 hike and 2000/2001 hike?  00:29:04 - What's the difference between the International AT and U.S. AT?  00:33:23 - Did you intentionally try to break the record for oldest AT hiker?  00:35:10 - Why did you name it your last trail?  00:37:04 - How did the difficulties of this hike compare to other times on the AT?  00:39:38 - Why did you add an additional 420 miles to your AT hike?  00:42:56 - Why do you call your thru-hikes odysseys?  00:49:25 - Are there any profound spiritual differences to who you are today?  00:52:23 - Any wisdom you'd relay to former you or others listening?  00:58:07 - What were some of the most memorable parts of the AT hike?  01:04:00 - Is it true your base weight is 6 or 7 pounds? 01:04:47 - What do you carry with you?  01:08:00 - Nimblewill Nomad's sponsors  01:13:10 - Would you like to speak about simplifying your belongings and life?  01:18:00 - Talk us through your philosophy of simple living off trail 01:20:53 - What was it like spending time with Dale “Grey Beard” Sanders  01:25:30 - Is there something similar between you and Grey Beard that motivates you to complete a goal like the AT?  01:31:52 - Can you talk us through how it felt to complete the hike?  01:34:50 - Anything you'd like our listeners to know before we close?   SEGMENTS Trek Propaganda If you want to learn more about Nimblewill Nomad, check out Kelly Floro's article, Nimblewill Nomad, 83, Just Became the Oldest Appalachian Trail Thru-Hiker Get some gift ideas: Thru-Hiker Gift Guide $

Meredith "Sunny" Eberhart made history in November of 2021 as the oldest hiker (age 83) to complete the Appalachian Trail.  We talked with the retired optometrist at Flagg Mountain, where he serves as caretaker for the Alabama Forestry Commission's Weogufka State Forest.  His welcome home party took place Nov. 21st, when Governor Kay Ivey sent a proclamation commending his achievement.  His trail name is Nimblewill Nomad, in honor of his previous residence in Nimblewill, Ga., near Springer Mountain, where the Appalachian Trail begins.

There is not a dull moment on the podcast this week as Jester shares with us her recent conversation with Nathan and Kimm Wright. Nathan and Kimm are with the Pinhoti Outdoor Center in Sylacauga, AL. If you have any interest in hiking or learning more about the Pinhoti Trail, Nathan and Kimm are who you want to contact! Nathan and Kimm also share with us their account of Nathan's final 100 miles to complete his 19-year AT section hike. Kimm shares her perspective of being support and Nathan shares what it was like to spend his final miles on the AT with his dear friend and mentor, Nimblewill Nomad. Thanks for listening, be safe out there, and Happy Section Hiking! Episode #11 - Nathan and Kimm Wright: https://www.hikingradionetwork.com/show/jester-section-hiker/episode-11-nathan-kimm-wright-pinhoti-outdoor-center/ Connect with Nathan and Kimm Wright: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PinhotiOutdoorCenter/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pinhotioutdoorcenter/ Email: pinhotioutdoorcenter@gmail.com Phone: (205) 202-9525 Connect with Julie "Jester" Gayheart: Email: jester@jestersectionhiker.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jestersectionhiker/ Website: https://solo.to/jestersectionhiker Music provided by: The Okee Dokee Brothers "Through The Woods" www.okeedokee.org

This week we explore Basecamp Backpacking, which marries the best of backpacking — camping in a remote, primitive location — with the freedom of lightweight day hiking. How? That's in the podcast, silly.News linksFrom our News segment, find more information by clicking the appropriate link:For details on "Anna Ruby Falls Closed for Maintenance," go here.For details on the Benton MacKaye Trail opening at Thunder Rock in Tennessee's Cherokee National Forest, go here.To follow Nimblewill Nomad as he attempts to become the oldest hiker, at age 82, to hike the Appalachian Trail, go here.Basecamp BackpackingTo read more about Basecamp Backpacking, read this post from our blog at GetGoingNC.comTo learn more about the 5 Basecamp Backpack trips mentioned in the podcast, check out our post, "5 of Our Favorite Basecamp Backpack Trips," here.Care to join our GetBackpacking! crew on a Basecamp Backpack trip? We have three scheduled so far for fall; learn more and sign up to join us by clicking the appropriate link below:Doughton Park, Oct. 22-24Rock Castle Gorge (VA), Nov. 19-21Birkhead Mountain Wilderness/Uwharries, Dec. 10-12.

On a beautiful day in the Grayson Highlands, Ryan hikes and sits down with Nimblewill Nomad for a follow-up interview from the last time they spoke on the trail. Nimblewill is over 900 total miles in since leaving Flagg Mountain, Alabama, earlier this year. He is attempting to set a record by thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail at 83 years old. His hike this season has drawn the attention of many in the trail community and all are rooting for his success. Hike on Nimblewill! https://nimblewillnomad.com/ Email Ryan: ryanh620@gmail.com Katie continues her tentative on-trail rehab. She is still in Shenandoah National Park and gradually increasing the pressure on her knee. Steve and Katie discuss her plans to increase both the weight that she's carrying as well as the number of miles she is doing. As always, her determined spirit shines through. If you like what we're doing on the Hiking Radio Network, and want to see our shows continue, please consider supporting us with either a one-off or monthly donation. You'll find the donate button on each Hiking Radio Network page at https://www.hikingradionetwork.com Any support is gratefully received.

During a pandemic, an 83-year-old man is attempting to become the oldest person to complete the over 2,000-mile Appalachian Trail. BPR spoke with him as he made his way through Western North Carolina: It's spring in Franklin. That means that the town is full of hikers making their way up the Appalachian Trail. After hours at a downtown bakery, a group of locals and hikers are wolfing down spaghetti and meatballs. Among them is a well-known bearded figure in the hiking community. "I'm Sunny Eberhart. My trail name is Nimblewill Nomad." Franklin is at mile 110 of the Appalachian Trail but Eberhart started his hike in Alabama at the first over 1,000-foot peak of the Appalachian Mountains. He's a little over 500 miles into his hike. "I started in Alabama. I'm at Day 51 now. I left a place called Flag Mountain in Alabama," said Eberhart. Flagg Mountain is now where he lives in an old CCC cabin . He opes that starting in Alabama will bring attention to its unique mountains and trails. He

The show this week features interviews from four hikers who Ryan was able to meet with at Rock Gap in North Carolina, mile 105.8 on the Appalachian Trail. All four interviews offer different perspectives, and each has a unique story to share about their hike. This is Gandalf. By complete luck, he crossed paths with Nimblewill Nomad, and got to chat with a real legend in the long-distance hiking world. Nimblewill started his AT hike in Flagg Moutain, Alabama and has already completed the Pinhoti Trail and the Benton MacKaye Trail connecting to the AT at Springer. When Nimblewill reaches Katahdin this season, he will be the oldest person to complete the AT at 83 years old. Check out his website and blog here: https://nimblewillnomad.com/ Perry's Photography Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perrywintersphotography/ Check out Perry's prints here: https://perrywinters.smugmug.com/ Ryan's email: ryanh620@gmail.com Steve caught up with Katie once more as she nears the 300-mile mark. A rest in Hot Springs will be just what she needs. Steve also shared details about his virtual walk to support Parenting Matters. If you'd like to join Mighty Blue's Tramily, just click here. https://runsignup.com/RaceGroups/109424 If you'd just like to walk yourself or start your own team, click here. https://runsignup.com/Race/FL/Bradenton/10000Stepsfor10000Families You can check out Parenting Matters at https://parentingmattersfl.org/ The new Parenting Matters Podcast is here. https://parentingmattersfl.org/podcast/ Please share the podcast if you know any parents or families who may benefit. If you like what we're doing on the Hiking Radio Network, and want to see our shows continue, please consider supporting us with either a one-off or monthly donation. You'll find the donate button on each Hiking Radio Network page at https://www.hikingradionetwork.com Any support is gratefully received.

Today we are joined by Luke “Strider” Jordan.  Strider has a couple of very impressive treks on his resume including the North Country Trail (NCT), which is more than twice the length of the Appalachian Trail, as well as the 3,100 mile Great Plains Trail (GPT), which runs from Texas to North Dakota.  We also discover the wild world of naked pooping, a fan-submitted poop paradise on the John Muir Trail, and another edition of Backcountry Matchmaking.   [divider] Listen   Download this episode. [divider] The Trek's Pledge to Do Better BACKPACKER RADIO MERCH Interview with Luke Jordan "Strider" Facebook  North Country Trail  Great Plains Trail QOTD: “What is the proper poop dress code?" Hikerlink! Intro Song: Walking Slow by Animal Years Intro beats: Pauly Boy Shallcross Check out Trail Correspondents Check out The Attempt!  [divider] 00:02:00 – Gardening Updates! 00:04:18 – QOTD: What is the proper poop dress code? 00:10:00 – BPR Merch! 00:12:11 – Intro to Strider (Has hiked the North Country Trail and the Great Plains Trail) 00:12:47 – Where does your interest in backpacking come from? 00:17:30 – Did you have any mentors that told you how crazy it was to start with the NCT? 00:19:24 – How road walks affect the NCT. 00:20:40 – Where the NCT goes! 00:21:30 – Mosquitoes in the upper peninsula 00:27:09 – Support for the North Dakota section 00:30:15 – Inspiration from Andrew Skurka and Nimblewill Nomad 00:31:15 – “We Build Trail in Low Places” – NCT music video on vimeo 00:32:59 – Did Strider meet all 8 people who live in North Dakota? 00:34:40 – Is Strider affiliated with the NCT? 00:36:15 – How big is the non-profit team at the NCT? 00:38:08 – Plans to move the road walks to trail? 00:41:40 – Snow in Minnesota 00:49:39 – Patent Pending: A Dinner Knife that Attaches to Your Shoe to Make Ice Skates 00:58:18 – Any issues with deer ticks/ticks in general? 01:02:45 – What's it like having celebrity status as a thru-hiker on a less travelled trail? 01:07:30 – Ohio and the Buckeye Trail 01:15:00 – Blazes in the NCT Backcountry 01:17:13 – Hiking with maps instead of a smart phone 01:17:40 – How many people have thru-hiked the NCT? 01:19:00 – Stopping his trans-Ozark trail 01:22:00 – Hundreds of tiny ticks in Strider’s ankles 01:28:11 – How is New York? 01:31:30 – Could you do the Finger Lakes section as a wine hike? 01:40:08 – Strider met Ron Strickland 01:44:00 – James Lunning did 5 scenic trails back to back 01:46:10 – Is Strider the only person to have thru-hiked the Great Plains Trail? 01:54:00 – Starting in the desert was a new experience 01:57:30 – You need a support crew to get through New Mexico 01:59:00 – What is there to look forward to walking through Kansas? 02:00:00 – What is the wind like? 02:06:00 – Have you done the cave tours in Wind Cave National Park? 02:23:30 – If you want ______ you should hike the Great Plains Trail 02:25:00 – Where should people go to help out with the NCT or GPT? SEGMENTS Trek Propaganda: The Ultimate Guide to Backpacking Sleeping Bags and Quilts by Kelly Floro A Complete Guide to Resupply on the John Muir Trail by Inga Aksamit Pupdate: Harper is Huge and Misbehaving Triple Crown of Things That Make You Uneasy (?) Mail Bag! 5 Star Review Backcountry Matchmaking: Jeff aka "Chef Boy R.D.": @Pieceof_jake Kate "Stickerz": @katieb3th11 Buckeye: @therealjyoungs Buy Chaunce's book! Find Strider on Facebook: @StriderNCT   [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, S11N, Sawyer Products, and Thomas Fullner A big thank you to our Cinnamon Connection Champions from Patreon: Dcnerdwallet, Jacob Northrup, Jason Lawrence, Jeff LaFranier, Jeffrey Miller, Mark Snook, Mitchell, Peter, Peter Ellenberg, 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.

Nimblewill Nomad, Chris Bell, and Billy Goat Sunny ‘Nimblewill Nomad’ Eberhart is a hiking legend, known throughout the hiking community for his 20+ years of … The post 39. Nimblewill Nomad appeared first on Orange Blaze: A Florida Trail Podcast.

We talk about cities with the most fake hotel reviews Houston and Chicago top the list. Remember the man who was arrested for “using a cell phone in the lobby while black” at the Doubletree Hotel in Portland last December? More and more travelers are choosing a vacation home when they hit the road. But the new industry is having some growing pains. Like those nasty fees from the hotel industry are starting to become popular with landlords. Chris Elliott, our resident expert on vacation rentals shares his expertise in an extended interview. This week, we have Meredith J. Eberhart. But we know him by his nickname, NimbleWill Nomad. We reconnected with Will, who likes to hike around the country, to see where he's been and where he might be headed.

We talk about cities with the most fake hotel reviews Houston and Chicago top the list. Remember the man who was arrested for “using a cell phone in the lobby while black” at the Doubletree Hotel in Portland last December? More and more travelers are choosing a vacation home when they hit the road. But the new industry is having some growing pains. Like those nasty fees from the hotel industry are starting to become popular with landlords. Chris Elliott, our resident expert on vacation rentals shares his expertise in an extended interview. This week, we have Meredith J. Eberhart. But we know him by his nickname, NimbleWill Nomad. We reconnected with Will, who likes to hike around the country, to see where he’s been and where he might be headed.

Today we are joined by Clay Bonnyman Evans, aka Pony, who's an author, long time Trek Writer, AT and Colorado Trail thru-hiker, and someone with a deep passion for the trail and its culture. We touch on a wide array of subjects in this episode, including some controversial topics such as the Twelve Tribes and Yellow Deli, Inchworm's tragic death on the AT, bringing a gun on a thru-hike, YouTube scam artists, how privilege pertains to thru-hiking, barfing on poo and way more. Clay is a ball of energy. This episode will likely stir up some fun debate. Subjects discussed in the episode include: Use code "TREK15" at GossamerGear.com to save 15% Gossamer Gear The One Gossamer Gear Gorilla Gossamer Gear Liteflex Umbrella How to back flush a Sawyer Squeeze Sawyer Squeeze Sawyer Micro Squeeze Use code "Trek10" at Greenbelly.co 2019 Thru-Hikers: Submit your completion photos to editors@thetrek.co, including your trail name and start and finish dates. Murder statistics on the Appalachian Trail Lyme disease on the Appalachian Trail InsectShield Clothing Sawyer Permethrin Pony's poo story Nimblewill Nomad 12 Tribes / Yellow Deli on the AT When You Find My Body: The Disappearance of Geraldine Largay on the Appalachian Trail Sam Harris' Podcast Konnarock Trail Crew Bones of My Grandfather: Reclaiming a Lost Hero of World War II by Clay Bonnyman Evans How to Volunteer on the Triple Crown Trails by Becky Booroojian TREK PROPAGANDA Little Skittle's PCT Video's The Truth Behind 9 Common Appalachian Trail Myths by Clay Bonnyman Evans Cinnamon Court Who packs out the trash? Question from Weezer Submit your questions to podcast@thetrek.co 5 Star iTunes Reviews Privilege in thru-hiking Intro Song: Walking Slow by Animal Years Check out Trail Correspondents Check out Stories from the Trail 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: Michael W Hinkley, S11N, Todd Cartner, Sawyer Products, and Travis Smith A big thank you to our Cinnamon Connection Champions from Patreon: Gregory Gardner and Peter Leven Follow Clare, 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. Intro music via.  

My guest today is Robert Moor, author of "On Trails: An Exploration." ______________ One of my favorite things to do in life is to find and hike a trail out in the wilds. I love how a good trail gently leads you through nature. You don’t have to think much about where you’re going, so it gives you time to think about other things. It's great for chewing on deep issues and getting new insights, but it also causes you to take the trail for granted. For example, I sometimes forget that a group of people blazed the trail I’m enjoying and that another group continues to maintain it without any fanfare. My guest today decided to stop taking trails for granted and to explore them in-depth -- both literally and metaphorically -- after his own hike on the Appalachian Trail. His name is Robert Moor and he’s the author of the book "On Trails: An Exploration." Today on the show, Robert shares why he decided to hike the entire Appalachian Trail after he graduated from college and why that experience led him to diving into the deeper meaning of trails. We then discuss why following a trail is so existentially satisfying and how trails are embedded in human thought and communication and provide us with a sense of place and orientation in our lives. We end our conversation talking about the idealistic origins of the Appalachian Trail, the movement to extend the Appalachian Trail to Morocco (yes, Morocco), and what a perpetual hiker named Nimblewill Nomad can teach us about the limits of freedom. If you’re a hiker, you’re going to love this show. If you’re not a hiker, it’s going to inspire you to find a trail this weekend and become one.

This week Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the Loneliest Highway in America (Highway 50), from the Pony Express Territory in Fallon, Nevada. Mark Bassett, Executive Director at Nevada Northern Railway, talks about its amazing/still-working railway in nearby Ely, where visitors can actually operate the trains. Talk about a hands-on experience! Robert Moor, Author of On Trails: An Exploration, explains the importance of trails and shares stories of Nimblewill Nomad, a perpetual walker who recently walked the entirety of the Pony Express National Historic Trail. Also, Ed Spear, President of the Pony Express Territory, discusses why the Pony Express will always be a pivotal part of American history, as well as what the courageous Pony Express riders had to endure during their rides in the 1800s. There’s all of this and more as Travel Today with Peter Greenberg from the Pony Express in Fallon, Nevada.

This week Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes from the Loneliest Highway in America (Highway 50), from the Pony Express Territory in Fallon, Nevada. Mark Bassett, Executive Director at Nevada Northern Railway, talks about its amazing/still-working railway in nearby Ely, where visitors can actually operate the trains. Talk about a hands-on experience! Robert Moor, Author of On Trails: An Exploration, explains the importance of trails and shares stories of Nimblewill Nomad, a perpetual walker who recently walked the entirety of the Pony Express National Historic Trail. Also, Ed Spear, President of the Pony Express Territory, discusses why the Pony Express will always be a pivotal part of American history, as well as what the courageous Pony Express riders had to endure during their rides in the 1800s. There’s all of this and more as Travel Today with Peter Greenberg from the Pony Express in Fallon, Nevada.