Podcasts about Red River Gorge

Send us a textWes May sold everything to bring his bold vision to life: redefining what it means to escape and connect with nature. Through Off Grid Developments, he's elevating unique vacation destinations into immersive lifestyle experiences.At the heart of his work is Rock House Ridge—a stunning 300+ acre mountaintop property in Kentucky's Red River Gorge. Here, luxury meets untamed beauty. Every lot is designed to offer exceptional build sites and breathtaking views, all while preserving the integrity of the land.The centerpiece of the development is a 6-acre common area built around the historic rock house caves, once home to Native Americans. There is a natural amphitheater that inspired the creation of a stage for concerts and children will find a nature-infused playground...not to mention miles of scenic walking trails that celebrate the land's uniqueness.For Wes, this is more than an investment—it's a way of life rooted in purpose, nature, and visionary design._________________________________Find Wes onFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/p/Off-Grid-Developments-100086538617259/Instagram:@offgriddevelopmentshttps://www.instagram.com/offgriddevelopments/website:https://www.offgriddevelopments.com/_______________________________Show hosted by Landry Fieldshttps://www.x.com/landryfieldz'https://www.linkedin.com/in/landryfields/https://www.instagram.com/landryfields_https://www.youtube.com/@landryfields_www.novainsurancegroup.com859-687-2004

Chris Powers hiked from the Northern Terminus to the Natural Bridge area as part of attempting a longer thru hike of the Sheltowee Trace Trail. We talk about what led to him deciding to leave the trail and lessons he learned along the way. We get into planning and logistics (gear, camping, food and water), the hard reality of road walking and its impact on his hike, and the joy found in photography along the trail. We also discuss some of the ways being a climber can help with both planning and executing a hike. Connect with Chris:InstagramPhotographyFind Hike at the Virginia Black Bear Festival on June 7th; come say hi and pick up free stickers and I'll have a few new and exclusive Hike items for purchase. Support the showConnect with Hike:Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorerFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com

In this video, we share our terrifying experience surviving a night at Red River Gorge. Watch as we navigate through the creepy woods and encounter unexpected scares. Don't watch this video alone!

Dave Groth is one of the undisputed forefathers of Devil's Lake climbing. With over 40 years of climbing under his belt, he joins me full of tales about the evolution of Devil's Lake and his legendary climbing exploits across the US and the globe.  You'll hear about Dave's experiences at Yosemite, Eldorado Canyon & Waco (where legend Ron Kauk crashed at his apartment!); climbing in the early days of the Red River Gorge with Porter Jarrard; his European adventures - from Chamonix alpine climbing to crags in communist-era Czechoslovakia to sharing pints with the who's who of 1980s British climbing; and his transition from dedicated trad climber to developing some of the first sport routes in the midwest. Plus, get Dave's recommendation for a great international climbing trip! Join us over on the First Ascent Patreon. For $5, $7 or $10 a month, you'll get access to wide ranging bonus content from greats like Mark Hudon, Scott Stevenson and many more. Plus you'll get a Discord chat, exclusive beta, route info, and more. Check it out here:  https://www.patreon.com/FirstAscentPodcastDo you have a listener question or a topic idea? Let us know at @firstascentpod on Instagram! Jay can be found at @jayknower. Disclaimer: The information expressed in this episode is for entertainment purposes only, and is not intended as, nor should it be interpreted as, informational or instructional.

Our website - www.perksofbeingabooklover.com. Instagram - @perksofbeingabookloverpod Facebook - Perks of Being a Book Lover. To send us a message go to our website and click the Contact button.   You can find Ben Shattuck at his website https://www.benshattuck.com/ or on IG @Benshattuck_   This week we chat with Ben Shattuck, author of Six Walks: In the Footsteps of Henry David Thoreau published by Tin House Books in 2022.  Amy knew this book would appeal to Carrie because she is nothing if not a literary weirdo, and she has been since high school when she quoted from Thoreau in her senior yearbook. Despite her hopes that Ben would, like her, have a high school infatuation with Thoreau, he explains that his interest began much later. Even if you don't know anything about Thoreau, if you're a walker or a hiker, you have experienced the unique meditative impact of this activity and can appreciate Ben's insights on it. Ben also has a book of fiction out titled The History of Sound that is a finalist for the Pen/Faulkner prize so we are just really thrilled to have him with us today.  And this week, for our recommendations section, we didn't just pick a random topic like asparagus or comas to share books about—we actually continue with the theme of walking. We each share at least 3 books that feature walking, hiking, or being in nature in some meditative way. We have literary fiction, memoirs, essays, and even a romance.   Books mentioned-- 1- Six Walks: In the Footsteps of Henry David Thoreau by Ben Shattuck   2- The History of Sound by Ben Shattuck   3- Better Living Through Birding: Notes from a Black Man in the Natural World by Christian Cooper   4- A Paris Year: My Day to Day Adventures in the Most Romantic City in the World by Janice Macleod   5- Dear Paris by Janice Macleod   6- The French Ingredient: A Memoir by Jane Bertch (La Cuisine French Cooking School)   7- Teaching a Stone to Talk by Annie Dillard   8- Pilgrim at Tinker Creek by Annie Dillard   9- The Journals of Henry David Thoreau by Henry David Thoreau    10 - Matrix by Lauren Groff   11- Year of Wonder by Geraldine Brooks   12- Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt   13- Dancing Woman by Elaine Neil Orr   14- A 5 Star Read Recommended by Fellow Book Lover Simone Praylow @fullof_lit - Twenty Years Later by Charlie Donlea   15- Summit Lake by Charlie Donlea   16- Don't Believe It by Charlie Donlea   17- In My Boots: A Memoir of 5 Million Steps Along the Appalachian Trail by Amanda K. Jaros 18- Going to Maine: All the Ways to Fall on the Appalachian Trail by Sally Chaffin Brooks 19- The Unforeseen Wilderness: Kentucky's Red River Gorge by Wendell Berry 20- Windswept: Walking the Paths of Trailblazing Women by Annabelle Abbs 21- Ulysses by James Joyce  22- The Paris Bookseller by Kerri Maher 23- The Guide to James Joyce's Ulysses by Patrick Hastings 24- The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry by Rachel Joyce 25- You Are Here by David Nichols   Media mentioned-- The Residence (Netflix, 2024)  

Rock climbers with disabilities have found a home in Kentucky's Red River Gorge, which offers some pumpy crags.Also, climbers have also been working to make West Virginia's New River Gorge more inclusive.And, a master craftsman, who makes one of a kind whitewater paddles, remembers some advice.You'll hear these stories and more this week, Inside Appalachia.

I just got back from the incredible Red River Gorge and walked away with a new appreciation for the world class climbing there. When I was paging through the guidebook, one name kept popping up: Chris Snyder. Chris was deeply involved in the golden days of development of the Red, and he's joining me today to share the history of the storied and beloved crag. We'll talk about his first impression when he and his group came across the Motherlode for the first time. Then, he'll share how they secured access to develop at the location, the history of the area, and the mechanics of bolting at the Red. Plus, Chris will share his pet peeves at the crag and his advice for aging climbers. Follow Chris Snyder on Instagram at @lordcaffeine Red River Gorge Resources: The Red: Comprehensive Sport Climbing Crags of the Red River Gorge Miguel's PizzaJoin us over on the First Ascent Patreon. For $5, $7 or $10 a month, you'll get access to wide ranging bonus content from greats like Mark Hudon, Scott Stevenson and many more. Plus you'll get a Discord chat, exclusive beta, route info, and more. Check it out here:  https://www.patreon.com/FirstAscentPodcastDo you have a listener question or a topic idea? Let us know at @firstascentpod on Instagram! Jay can be found at @jayknower. Disclaimer: The information expressed in this episode is for entertainment purposes only, and is not intended as, nor should it be interpreted as, informational or instructional.

Austin Horn from the Herald Leader joins Larry to talk about some of the bills that may be vetoed now that we have reached that part of the State Legislative session on the topics of gender affirming treatment and the resort build in Red River Gorge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kruser talks to Bob Babbage about the Federal budget bill and and asks if you think they should build a vacation resort in Red River Gorge in hour 3. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a fantastic podcast from the vault way back in 2013.This past weekend we had a blast down at the Red River Gorge in beautiful Kentucky. This rally was put on by Logan and Amanda Miller of Rust Revival (http://www.rustrev.com/). Posted as a Do The Ton event on www.dotheton.com it went from May 17th to the 20th. We rode twisty mountain roads, drank I think ever kind of beer known to man, and ate delicious food (all cooked by wonder woman Amanda herself). It was great to see familiar faces from past DTT events as well as meet many new people. We can't thank Logan and Amanda enough for providing us with such a great location and such a great weekend. Of course our trusty R2 unite came along and many of the attendees joined us for a podcast out on the porch of our beautiful lodgings. Please enjoy and be sure to check out Rust Revivals website for some very cool and unique vintage motorcycle related apparelSupport the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

Ryan Devlin is an actor who has appeared in such shows as Brothers and Sisters, Cougar Town, and Grey's Anatomy. Climbers, however, will know him as the host of one of our favorite climbing podcasts, The Struggle Climbing Show. In this episode, we catch up with Ryan after he redpointed his hardest rock climb to date at the Red River Gorge, and hear about what it was like to share that redpoint journey with his audience. But first, pass the xenon gas and strap in the nitro, it's time to climb Everest, baby! Our final bit is a blast from the early aughts, with climber Nick Smith in the Half Jeffersons. Show Notes Follow Ryan Devlin and The Struggle Climbing Show on Instagram The Struggle Climbing Show You Can Now Climb Everest in a Week Using Xenon Gas: The Implications -- Explorer's Web Everest in a Week: Lukas Furtenbach Enters the Xenon Debate -- Explorer's Web The Half Jeffersons - The Fire on YouTube Become a RunOut Rope Gun! Support our podcast and increase your RunOut runtime. Bonus episodes, AMA, and more will be available to our Rope Guns. Thank you for your support! http://patreon.com/runoutpodcast Contact us Send ideas, voicemail, feedback and more. andrew@runoutpodcast.com // chris@runoutpodcast.com

Special thanks Puzzleheaded-Ask850 and Then_Building9493 for allowing us to share their stories!In this episode, we share four creepy stories. One about an OBE, one about creepy happenings at Red River Gorge, Kentucky, one about a haunted hotel room, and one about little people.The BOOKBY US A COFFEEJoin Sarah's new FACEBOOK GROUPSubscribe to our PATREONEMAIL us your storiesFollow us on YOUTUBEJoin us on INSTAGRAMJoin us on TWITTERJoin us on FACEBOOKVisit our WEBSITEStories:https://www.reddit.com/r/Paranormal/comments/17iamqa/appalachia_haunting_and_pets_are_noticing_what_do/https://www.reddit.com/r/Paranormal/comments/1hco8eb/something_visits_my_boyfriend_while_he_sleeps/https://www.reddit.com/r/Paranormal/s/skATCwfvlBThanks so much for listening, and we'll catch up with you again tomorrow!Sarah and Tobie xx"Spacial Winds" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mary welcomes Dr. Danny Faulkner of Answers in Genesis to discuss the heavens and all that is in them. The Psalmist tells us that they declare the glory of God - and the God Who made them lives in the believer.  How can that not inspire awe all by itself? As a culture, going from the beginnings of the space race in the 1960s to today's complex telescopic arrays and the Hubble, we know more than ever about the heavens, vast and boundless. Looking up at the night sky, humans have been doing that from our own beginnings,  this connects us all across the millennia. Today we discuss astronomy, the science - what is it, how does it differ from other sciences? The Bible refers to the heavens over 700 times, so there should be no question as to how they came about, but the complexity, that's an endless subject. Auroras, nebula, galaxies and novas describe things and power far beyond our human comprehension. More glory than we can even consider, but we will try in this fascinating hour with Dr. Faulkner. Dr. Danny Faulkner holds an MS in physics from Clemson University, an MA and a PhD in astronomy from Indiana University, and he taught at the University of South Carolina—Lancaster for over 26 years. He has published over 100 papers in various journals. He works as a researcher, author, and speaker for Answers in Genesis. He also hosts Ark Encounter trips down to Red River Gorge (in eastern Kentucky), and Stargazer's Nights (at the Johnson Observatory); he also hosts Astronomy Live programs, and “The Skies Proclaim His Handiwork” workshops at the Creation Museum. His books can be found here.     Shameless plug for swag for our listeners/donors! https://www.redpillprints.com/stand-up-for-the-truth - Thanks for YOUR Support!

On this eerie episode of Expanded Perspectives, the guys kick things off with an update on their upcoming journey to Tennessee and the strange happenings around Skelekin Studios. But soon, things take a dark turn: a Michigan man and his daughter, driving through a torrential downpour, encounter a lone figure in the road—only to watch in horror as the man morphs into a monstrous, wolf-like creature! Next, a chilling story unfolds as a witness from Kentucky recounts a brush with an unnaturally tall, skeletal biped lurking in the shadows. Disturbed and seeking answers, he wonders: what did he encounter? After the break, they welcome the legendary Lon Strickler from Phantoms and Monsters. A renowned cryptid researcher and recent guest on Unsolved Mysteries, Lon shares insights into the wave of winged, Mothman-like creatures haunting North America. The conversation dives into terrifying encounters with Glimmer Man and the sinister Brown Crawlers. All this and more spine-tingling tales await in this installment of Expanded Perspectives! Show Notes: Man Transforms Into Huge Canine! What Did We Encounter? Another Tall, Skinny, Brown-Colored Humanoid Reported in Red River Gorge, Kentucky Phantoms and Monsters Website Winged Cryptids: Humanoids, Monsters and Anomalous Creatures Casebook Expanded Perspectives Elite Want to Share Your Story? Email: expandedperspectives@yahoo.com Hotline: 888-393-2783

A lottery is held to determine which businesses will be allowed to cultivate and process medical marijuana, another sign that turnout could be high for Kentucky's General Election, a new federal prison is approved in Eastern Kentucky, a partnership to bring health clinics to various parts of the state, and why the owner of a cabin in the Red River Gorge says it's haunted.

The Blue Grass state is home to the Kentucky Derby, Louisville Slugger and the home of Mohamed Ali, and that's just a small list. But for those who love the outdoors, the Red River Gorge needs to be on your list. The Gorge is home to white water rafting, kayaking, ziplining and much more. Located right in the heart of all the action is Out The Top Adventures.  Join Host Jared Christie, Polaris Adventures Market Development Manager, as his sits down with Tristan Eldred, owner of Trailhead Adventures.Book your next adventure @ https://outthetop.com/  Unless noted, trademarks are the property of Polaris Industries Inc. © 2024 Polaris Industries Inc.Louisville Slugger® is a registered trademark of Wilson Sporting Goods Co.

Lucia Li and Noah Steinberg are an up-and-coming climbing power couple. From Michigan, they call the Red River Gorge their home climbing area, and they are making sure to cement their place there. After using one of our Ebook training plans, they both had breakout seasons – and then they upped the ante the following season without any additional training. In this BUILDER episode, we discuss the plans they chose, how the training went, how they fit it into their busy lives, and ultimately, the details of the two seasons where they saw big progress, including how getting bit by a bat while on route might just give you superpowers. Find Lucia and Noah online at Beta Addicts. Follow Lucia and Noah on Instagram. _________________________

Hobbs Kessler is a 21-year-old professional runner who ran a 3:34 in the 1500m in his senior year of high school. He has also climbed as hard as 5.14c with an ascent of Southern Smoke in the Red River Gorge. Hobbs just returned from the Paris Olympics, where he competed in both the 800 and 1500m races. But first, your curmudgeonly hosts roll their eyes at one of climbing's most bitter personas: the climbing curmudgeon. It's like we're looking in the mirror! Today's final bit is a mother-daughter violin performance of the Appalachian Waltz. The musicians behind this composition are my good friend Kate McGinnis, a nurse from Atlanta who is one of the most talented and strong climbers I've ever met, and her 13 year old daughter Annie, who is crushing rock climbs just like her mom. Show Notes Follow Hobbs on Instagram “Hobbs Kessler Climbs 5.14+ and Runs a Sub 4-Minute Mile. And He's Just 17.” Become a RunOut Rope Gun! Support our podcast and increase your RunOut runtime. Bonus episodes, AMA, and more will be available to our Rope Guns. Thank you for your support! http://patreon.com/runoutpodcast Contact us Send ideas, voicemail, feedback and more. andrew@runoutpodcast.com // chris@runoutpodcast.com

Today's episode, which comes to us from Every Body Climbs, features Melissa Ruiz. Melissa has been climbing and competing for about 6 years. She's got a collection of medals to her name, including five gold, from national and world paraclimbing championships/cups.  But recently she's started climbing outside, and to put it lightly, she is stoked. So, this October (2024) she'll be teaching an aid climbing workshop at the Adaptive Climbers Fest in the Red River Gorge. Aid climbing is part of how Melissa has been able to access outdoor climbing with her disability, which is cerebral palsy. We pick up the conversation as she's explaining her condition and throughout the episode we talk about the importance of core strength, the joy of outdoor climbing, and what grades really mean. Follow Melissa on Instagram. Follow EBC on Instagram. _________________________

John Thomas Moore is a 21-year-old singer-songwriter hailing from Harrodsburg, Kentucky. Since releasing his debut EP, Salt River Blues, in 2022, Moore has continued to impress with three singles in 2023—Seventeen, Not Like You Care, and Lyin' in My Head—showcasing his versatility across Americana to rock and roll genres. Moore performs with an acoustic ensemble that includes lead guitar, standup bass, and cajón, though his solo shows are equally compelling and known for energizing crowds. His passion for music was ignited in church, and he began writing songs during the Covid-19 pandemic. Moore has graced stages across Kentucky, performing at venues such as Austin City Saloon, Proud Mary BBQ, Talon Winery, and many others. In 2023, he headlined the Pioneer Days festival at Fort Harrods State Park in Harrodsburg and captivated a sold-out audience at the Origin Hotel during Keeneland's Spring Meet. He also served as the headlining musician for the Rugged Red Half Marathon in the Red River Gorge. Described by a recent fan as "Waylon Jennings in a Buddy Holly body", Moore is a rising talent to watch. Catch him at a venue near you. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tophillrecording/support

What does it take to climb your first 5.13a? In this episode, you'll hear my recommendations for Ryan Devlin as he closes in on completing his first 5.13a, a Red River Gorge classic named "The Force". This is a follow-up to episodes #86, #91, and #94, in which I coach Ryan through the long process of training for and working on his first-ever 5.13. You will hear where Ryan is at with his project--you'll learn some of his struggles along the way, including a minor finger/hand injury early this year. We'll discuss Ryan's training plan for the next 6 to 8 weeks until the Autumn "send season" arrives. We'll also dig deep into these important topics:  What went right and wrong on the almost-send last season How to carry a project over from one season to the next The secret to being a successful route climber Aerobic vs Anaerobic endurance training The science of building route fitness Why many climbers are training endurance wrong So lean into this podcast and learn what actions, exercises, and strategies you might take and apply to your training for the next goal or grade, whatever it may be! This episode is a collaboration of Ryan's "The Struggle" podcast and my Training For Climbing podcast. I hope you enjoy it! Listen to and subscribe to The Struggle Podcast here >> T4C Podcast sponsor -- Visit PhysiVantage.com the leader in climbing-specific performance nutrition. Get 15% off full-priced items with checkout code: PODCAST15 (North America only). Europe and elsewhere visit EPIC-TV Shop or BananaFingers.com to get your PhysiVantage! SAVE on La Sportiva shoes here >> Thank you! La Sportiva, Maxim Ropes, DMM Climbing, Friction Labs Music by Misty Murphy Follow Eric on Twitter @Train4Climbing Check out Eric's YouTube channel. Follow Eric on Facebook! And on Instagram at: Training4Climbing Copyright 2024 Eric Hörst | Horst Training, LLC.

Send us a Text Message.Misty comes back on the show to chat about her recent thru-hike of the Sheltowee Trace Trail. We also talk about hiking with dogs, getting hitches in Kentucky and Tennessee, and close out with some favorite Michigan hiking trails. Misty's been on the show a few times so I've also included some links below so you can catch up on our conversations.The Sheltowee Trace trail runs 343 miles from the northern boundary of the  Daniel Boone National Forest in Rowan County, Kentucky to the southern boundary of Big South Fork NRRA in Scott County, Tennessee. (sheltoweetrace.org)Connect with Misty:Instagram: @dantedirtstashBest place to find out the latest trail info for Sheltowee Trace: Sheltowee Trace Association Listen to some of our previous episodes:Hike's 4 Year Anniversary Episode: Misty Bischoff, Zach Kuss, and Tim SmithAppalachia: The Trail Magic that Inspires UsFive Michigan Backpacking Adventures with Misty BischoffSupport the Show.Connect with Hike:Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorerFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com

A 48-year-old guy went hiking in Red River Gorge and went missing for two weeks! This is how they found him! STORY: https://www.wdjx.com/man-missing-for-two-weeks-at-red-river-gorge-found/

Bill "From The Ville" and his wife Charisse Stark talk about his haunted house, his book "In Shadows Canyon Red: Our Haunted Cabin in the Red River Gorge," how it became part of a series on Max (formerly HBO Max), and how you can watch what happens in his home...

It's been 9 days since attempted assassination of Donald Trump and secret service had to talk to committee members yesterday. Rescue team found a hiker who had been missing for 2 weeks in the Red River Gorge area in Kentucky. Delta is still having flight issues from last weeks computer issues.Make sure to also keep up to date with ALL our podcasts we do below that have new episodes every week:The Thought ShowerLet's Get WeirdCrisis on Infinite Podcasts

These regional bluegrass veterans-- at least a couple of whom played on Red Barn Radio 15 years ago-- have been playing together for nearly a decade. Before they got together ten years ago, each player had honed their craft drawing upon what they could learn from the standout bluegrass pickers of their time. They call themselves String Roots Trio, they are based in the Red River Gorge area of Kentucky and play their music with an Appalachian flavor. The group consists of Mike Creech on the guitar and vocals, Jimmy Smith on the banjo and vocals, Holly Creech Smith on vocals, and Terri Powell on the bass. We look forward to having you here with us for an evening of music and conversation with String Roots Trio!

I have been hiking the Sheltowee Trace Trail in Kentucky over the past 8 years. The 300 mile trail from Morehead, KY to Rugby, TN goes through the heart of beautiful rolling woods- hugging Cave Run Lake, meandering through the epoch Red River Gorge, and then tightly winding around the perimeter of Laurel Lake. After hiking across the dam at Laurel Lake, the Sheltowee follows the Laurel River 2 miles where the trickle of a tributary empties into the majestic Cumberland River. From there, the trail heads south to Cumberland Falls, the premiere tourist destination of southeastern Kentucky. The trail goes west to the South Fork of the Cumberland River and then south until it reaches its final destination in northeastern Tennessee. Three hundred miles is a long way and so I hike it in increments. I have led 8 unique trips with 17 friends and family members since starting the hike in November 2016. I am most proud of going with my son, Isaac, on three of those journeys. He has joined me for 57 of the 191 miles that I have completed thus far.It was in the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area of the trail where I found myself in May 2024 with my friends Slater, Jason, and Clyde. We were prepared for the most ambitious hike that I have ever planned - 43 miles over 4 days. As we neared our drop off point, we saw a black bear scrambling into the forest as our van rambled along the gravel road that terminated at our trailhead, Peter's Mountain. None of us had seen a bear before in the wild. It was relatively small, but I am sure bigger than my 200 lbs frame. We were thankful that it was about five miles from our starting point AND we would be walking in the opposite direction. Clyde dropped us off and we confirmed our plan to meet up at Yamacraw Bridge - 42 hours and 29 miles later.Three miles into the Sheltowee, we encountered another black bear, about the same size as the first, that ran uphill and behind a large boulder as we unsheathed a hatchet and prepared for the worst. We neither saw nor heard any more of the bear after we passed the bend where it emerged. Quickly, we descended to Desperation Creek and on towards the Cumberland River. The wildness represented in an animal like a bear is distinctly different from the wildness of a unique ecosystem, far from civilization. A beautiful, remote landscape elicits the joy of being the audience of a rare spectacle, while an animal strikes the fear of being part of the spectacle, where actions have real consequences in a unique and unpredictable situation. Wilderness is the setting where our historic relationship to nature can be experienced. In a controlled environment, a zoo for example, the wildness of a bear is obscured by the domestic surroundings. With the trappings of safety, it is impossible to truly feel the nature of the animal. Hiking brings you into the liminal space of wildness and unforeseen scenarios.We all stepped to that threshold before the bear - and the feeling it elicited - passed and was not seen again.At sunset, we found a beautiful beach camp location along the Cumberland. We woke to rain. And it rained, with a few hours of reprieve, for the next 24 hours. We were prepared for the weather, but it was nonetheless painstaking. When attempting to hike 18 miles in a day, there are many decisions to be made around conserving energy, pushing through pain, finding ideal rest sites, and understanding the needs of fellow travelers. Even very practical decisions like following a map are not always straightforward. The rain abated early on day three, but within 2 miles, we had to cross a creek carrying the previous day's rain - waist deep. Despite the challenge, we made it to our rendezvous point at Yamacraw Bridge on time with Slater departing and Clyde joining us for the remaining 14 miles of the trip. We had hopes of potentially, with good weather, finishing the trail a day early and heading back home to appreciate the luxury of dry clothes.

In celebration of us returning to Miguel's and the Red, we're re-releasing this podcast. If you're heading there too, DM us!  Sometimes the best things in life just happen. No plan or strategy.  Just going with the flow. This is the story of how a little pizza shop in Slade, Kentucky became an institution in the rock climbing world and the center of the climbing community in the Red River Gorge.    In this episode, we sit down with Miguel's son, Dario Ventura, to delve into the history of his family coming to the area and starting what is now both a great pizza place and a resort for rock climbers. Dario grew up at Miguel's so he has the perspective of seeing it grow from a tiny shack to what it is today, with camping, cottage rentals, a climbing store, and the ability to cook 60 pizzas at once.   Dario is also a rock climber himself so we get into how he got into it and what life was like growing up surrounded by rock climbers. The Red River Gorge is home to thousands of routes so if you want to sport or trad climb there is an endless supply of routes on featured sandstone. From beginners to elite climbers there is something for everyone. If you love climbing and are looking for an amazing place to go then a stay at Miguel's.  Pizza must be on your list and discover Dario's new restaurant, Red Point BBQ.    PROMO CODE ALERT! Thinking about getting a sauna? After much research and experience of Radiant Health Saunas, we recommend them, as that is what we have in our gym. Drop us a line if you have any questions and take advantage of the $500 Discount when you use PROMO CODE: LiveWildRadio when purchasing any sauna at www.radianthealthsaunas.com   Show Notes:  Miguel's Pizza https://www.miguelspizza.com/  Miguel's Rock Climbing Shop https://www.miguelsrockclimbingshop.com/ Migue's Pizza Camping and Cabins - Red River Gorge Retreats https://redrivergorgeretreats.com/campground-terms-and-conditions/  RedPoint BBQ https://www.facebook.com/redpointrrg/ Red River Gorge on Mountain Project https://www.mountainproject.com/area/105841134/red-river-gorge Red River Gorge Climbers' Coalition https://rrgcc.org/  More Climbing Podcasts: Ep. 10: Eric Sigurdson – The Zen of Climbing Ep. 11: Cody Bradford – TechTipTuesday, Climbing Guide and Mountain Culture Tips and Philosophy  Ep. 24: Gus Alexandropoulos, Ontario Climbing – The History and Politics of Climbing in Ontario  Ep. 49: Ethan Salvo – Obsessed with the Rock (Canada's Rising Boulderer)  Ep. 50: Ontario Climber Reg Smart – How Passion Finds a Way  Ep. 75:  The Nooks - Ontario's Newest Bouldering Region - Brendan Baars 

In today's episode I do a little recap of my recent Red River Gorge trip. Specifically how creating realistic expectations for the trip results in a "successful" trip in terms of my goals for it. I  talk about how creating realistic expectations based on your goals and how you prepare is vital for having a good climbing trip. The Free Lifting GuideGet in touch with me:Face The Climb WebsiteSign Up For To The Email ListFace The Climb BlogLinks:Want to help support the show? Give it a like on Itunes and Spotify, tell your friends about it, and give it a downloadWebsiteFace The Climb InstagramBuy Me A Coffee 2 ways to support the show!https://www.buymeacoffee.com/facetheclimbhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1807499/support Support the Show.

In this week's episode of the podcast, I wanted to talk about the all new Overland Adventure Summit. This is a new event that takes place in Kentucky and is happening the first week of June. I've been posting about it on my other social channels (links below) so sorry for the late notice if you don't follow elsewhere, but if you can get that weekend off, definitely come check it out. Not only is it put on by Revere Overland, Shawnee Hills Workshop (awesome drawers and seat deletes), and Commonwealth 4x4 (Overland upfitting and builds) but it's also in the beautiful Red River Gorge area and super close to the Daniel Boone Backcountry Byway trail systems. So, there will be a ton of trails to hit, awesome vendors to check out, and raffles to potentially win. If you don't have tickets, use code Jason 9376 and get them ASAP: https://overlandadventuresummit.regfox.com/overland-adventure-summit?r=JASON9376 A huge thanks to my featured partners: Kenda Tires (my favorite tires):  http://bit.ly/3YSwrlh ICECO Fridges (long lasting fridges for great prices):  https://amzn.to/3TGtcgm OpenRoad (great budget priced winches and roof top tents):  https://openroad4wd.com?aff=47 REDARC (all kinds of trick power management solutions):  https://bit.ly/3rt1ZiB Northology Adventures (Sign up for their FREE monthly magazine and check out their events!):  https://bit.ly/3iww7Ue Click here to join the Patreon community for exclusive content and access to the Discord channel:  https://www.patreon.com/allthingsoverlanding Click here to get a patches or stickers:  https://allthingsoverlanding.com/shop/ For a full list of my gear, check out this page for quick reference links:  https://allthingsoverlanding.com/gear/ Looking for budget light bars, rock lights, and LED strips for your rig? Check out Nilight and use code ATO for 5% off! https://bit.ly/3vuhN8F For more great content and info, you can follow me on Facebook, Instagram, or search for All Things Overlanding on all the major podcast channels! Facebook:  https://bit.ly/34pYsXv Instagram:  https://bit.ly/34pYS01 TikTok:  https://bit.ly/3BWJbzJ YouTube:  https://bit.ly/3cV5ZBb Newbie Overlander Facebook Group:  https://bit.ly/3b7RNos

This week, rock climbers with disabilities have found a home in Kentucky's Red River Gorge, which offers some pumpy crags. Climbers have also been working to make West Virginia's New River Gorge more inclusive. And a master craftsman, who makes one of a kind whitewater paddles remembers some advice. You'll hear these stories and more this week, Inside Appalachia.

Red River Gorge is a canyon system located in central eastern Kentucky. It's home to some of the best rock climbing in the country, great camping spots, and plenty of flora and fauna. But the deep woods may contain dangerous creatures (besides bears) and secrets that an unlucky few have encountered.SOURCEScited within episodeBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/autumn-s-oddities--5307439/support.

On this episode we are talking some of the crazy things going on in the state of Kentucky.  First we are talkking about a Rake that has been seen in the Natural Bridge and the Red River Gorge Area.  Rake's are humanoid creatures that are thought to be unnaturally tall, very skinny, lurks in the woods and has hallow black eyes. Then we are talking about the Mammoth Cave National Park and area and some of the history of the caves and the hauntings that take place in some of the caves in the park.We are also talking about our experiences in the the Red River George.Don't forget to like and follow us on Instagram @twoscaredycatspodcastThank you for listening to us.  Show the podcast some love by rating, reviewing, liking, following and subscribing  today!Support the Show.Thanks for listening and follow us on Instagram @twoscaredycatspodcast

I recently went on a search for my earliest recorded haiku from what I shall call the “Opening Era”.  That era began with the death of my last grandparent, Amos Harlan Rippy. After his funeral on the hillside cemetery in Tell City, Indiana in 2013, I felt a commitment with an origin outside of myself to dive into my feelings and express them poetically.   Rippy and Rip were the common nicknames for my grandfather, who was called “Pop” by my siblings and me. The last name of Rippy is Irish in origin. We have records dating back to the late 1700s when the Rippy family immigrated from Ireland to Orange County, North Carolina.  Upon his death, having had 2 daughters, his surname was now locked in time as my middle name, Eric Rippy Riddle, and further honored as my son's middle name. While it is impossible to say the nature of the poetic calling upon my life, I do think the passing of his generation summoned in me a need to bring definition into my own emerging adulthood. Perhaps the subtle influence of the Irish ancestry beckoned an articulation of the poetic impulse. I began to call the art flowing out of me, “Openings.” I had dabbled in poetry for years, always seeking to capture the emotions of important moments or diving into the depths of predicaments that I found myself bound. First, in the form of rhyming couplets and then in free flowing gifts to my first wife, inspired by the style of Beat generation author, Jack Kerouac.   It never really occurred to me that I was in the minority of people who choose to use language in this way.  As one compelled to write on occasions of heightened awareness, desire, or emotional resonance, it seemed only natural that much of humanity would be ushered into the same necessity of poetic expression. That is not the case. The longer form poetry that I was accustomed to writing became more difficult to conjure as I grew older. With adult responsibilities, even when I did feel the inspiration, I rarely had the time to capture the moment. I needed to lower my expectations to reignite my creative output. I chose haiku. I began writing a daily haiku with a commitment to maintain the practice for a year. I started a Google Drive document that I could easily type on my phone. My formal haiku writing journey began on September 9, 2016. However, in my recent research mission into writing “openings” following the death of my grandfather, I found scattered haiku that started in May 2014.  The occasion of the first haiku was a trip that I took with my then 7-year-old son and 10-year-old daughter to Red River Gorge in Kentucky. It was our first big trip together, just the 3 of us. I had started camping with friends in this part of Kentucky a few years prior and instantly found it to be one of my “happy places”.   The Red River on the day of our kayak trip was shallow. On many occasions, my kayak would bottom out. Under the much lighter weight of the kids, they even had to get out at times and drag their kayaks on the meandering stream. It wasn't until we got to the jumping rock that we hit deep water.   That day, at that rock, became one of those moments that I knew would last forever in my memory. It holds the joy of a hot day in the growing late spring where droves of rock jumpers and observers on the beaches huddled around a deep watering hole. Jumpers waited as kayakers like the kids and me passed through. We decided to stay. My daughter found a nice spot on the beach in view of the jumping rock.  My son wanted to jump.  He and I climbed to the top, feeling the communal anxiety of the 40 ft drop. Many grown adults waited as others stepped to the edge, stalled with apprehension. After watching many take the leap, my son and I made our way to the spot. We joined hands, but then he wanted me to go first. I had to wrestle my own fears to take the leap, trusting he would come after me.   And then there I was, submerged, the water deep enough to not even tickle my toes.

This week, rock climbers with disabilities have found a home in Kentucky's Red River Gorge, which offers some pumpy crags... Climbers have also been working to make the New River Gorge more inclusive. And a master craftsman, who makes one of a kind whitewater paddles remembers some advice. You'll hear these stories and more this week, Inside Appalachia.

What does it take to climb your first 5.13a? In this episode, you'll hear my recommendations for a training client of mine (Ryan Devlin) as he closes in on completing his first 5.13a, a Red River Gorge classic named "The Force". This is a follow-up to episodes #86 and #91, in which I coach Ryan through the process of training for and working on his first-ever 5.13. You will hear where Ryan is at with his project--you'll learn some of his struggles along the way...as well as a recent big breakthrough. With winter on the approach, the clock is ticking on this send season...and Ryan knows it! Lean into this podcast and learn what actions, exercises, and strategies you might take and apply to your training for the next goal or grade, whatever it may be! This episode is a collaboration of Ryan's "The Struggle" podcast and my Training For Climbing podcast. I hope you enjoy it! Listen to and subscribe to The Struggle Podcast here >> T4C Podcast sponsor -- Visit PhysiVantage.com the leader in climbing-specific performance nutrition. Get 15% off full-priced items with checkout code: PODCAST15 (North America only). Europe and elsewhere visit EPIC-TV Shop or BananaFingers.com to get your PhysiVantage! SAVE on La Sportiva shoes here >> Thank you! La Sportiva, Maxim Ropes, DMM Climbing, Friction Labs Music by Misty Murphy Follow Eric on Twitter @Train4Climbing Check out Eric's YouTube channel. Follow Eric on Facebook! And on Instagram at: Training4Climbing Copyright 2023 Eric Hörst | Horst Training, LLC.

Our next tale comes from Red River Gorge in Kentucky at an area known as Nada Tunnel or The Gateway to The Red River Gorge.  This hole in the side of the hill is almost camouflaged by some of the most beautiful plant life Kentucky has to offer and resembles something from a Tolkien-esque novel.  The limestone tunnel is approximately 900 feet in length,  13 feet in height, and 12 feet in width.  It was named for a logging town located not far from the entrance of the tunnel and was completed in 1911.   This passage was created for the Big Woods, Red River, and  Lombard Railroad to run steam locomotives to haul timber from the Red River Valley. Works Cited: https://www.cliffviewresort.com/things-to-do/nada-tunnel/ https://www.dangerousroads.org/north-america/usa/7860-nada-tunnel.html Coffey, Lori, and Ron Coffey. Gateway Ghosts and Locan Legends. Fairy Ring Press, 2009. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hauntedhollers/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hauntedhollers/support

Dr. Danny Faulkner holds an MS in physics from Clemson University, an MA and a PhD in astronomy from Indiana University, and he taught at the University of South Carolina—Lancaster for over 26 years. He has published over 100 papers in various journals. Danny works as a researcher, author, and speaker for Answers in Genesis. He also hosts Ark Encounter trips down to Red River Gorge (in eastern Kentucky), and Stargazer's Nights (at the Johnson Observatory); he also hosts Astronomy Live programs, and “The Skies Proclaim His Handiwork” workshops at the Creation Museum. In this episode we discuss the three tiered heavens, the firmament, day 2 of creation, the waters above the heavens, cosmic microwave background, dark matter and the constellations.

If Lynn Hill kicked in the door at the start of the 90s, then Katie Brown ripped it from it's hinges as the decade came to a close. On April 11, 1999, Katie onsighted Omaha Beach in the Red River Gorge, becoming the first woman to onsight 13d. (The route was later upgraded to 14a after hold breakage). But even before this feat, Lynn Hill called Katie the best sport climber in the history of the sport. On this episode, Katie Brown joins Kris to discuss Lynn Hill's impact on her and the climbing community at large.   Katie shares her early memories of Lynn, what it was like climbing and learning from her, and how it all differs from their friendship as adults. You can learn more at our website here! ---------------------------------- Thank you to our partner, Tension Climbing. Tension creates tools to help you elevate your climbing experience. Check out the goods here and use code STONE for 10% off anything but the full Tension Board set-ups, hardware, and gift cards. When you support Tension, you're supporting the team at Plug Tone creating this show.  Written in Stone is co-created with Power Company Climbing. Use code STONE at checkout for 20% off. Details at www.powercompanyclimbing.com/stone  

Elite climber Sasha DiGiulian shares her struggles and breakthroughs in Training, Nutrition, Tactics, and Mental Game - Sasha is one of the most accomplished climbers in the world. She has been Female Overall World Champion twice, the undefeated Pan-American Champion for a 10-year span, and 3-time US National Champion. Sasha was just the third woman in the World to climb the grade 9a (5.14d), and she has more than 30 First Ascents and First Female Ascents to her name. Some of her sport FFAs include 14d/9a Era Vella in Spain, 14c/8c+ Southern Smoke and Pure Imagination at the Red River Gorge, and she has onsighted multiple 5.14a / 8b+ routes. She is the first woman to free the north face of the Eiger by way of Magic Mushroom, a technical 2,000 foot climb; she was the first woman to free Bella Vista, a big wall in the Dolomites with difficulty up to 5.14b / 8c; and Sasha was the first woman and only the second human to free the Trilogy in the Canadian Rockies - three separate climbs that feature 5.14 pitches and total 9000 vertical feet. With all of those groundbreaking wins one might assume things come easy for Sasha but let me assure you that she is no stranger to struggle. Just a couple years ago Sasha underwent double hip surgery where doctors cut through muscle and bone to such an extreme she had to learn how to walk again… and that's just one example of many struggles that we explore in our chat. Sasha is as dedicated as they come, both on and off the wall, and is a tireless voice for climbing access, women's rights, and the environment.  - CHAPTERS: Struggle: 0:16:20 Training: 0:19:23 Nutrition: 0:31:53 Tactics: 0:47:25 Mental Game: 0:56:12 Purpose: 1:07:16 - Follow along on Instagram @sashadigiulian and @thestruggleclimbingshow - BIG THANKS TO THE AMAZING SPONSORS OF THE STRUGGLE: PhysiVantage: the official climbing-nutrition sponsor of The Struggle. Use code STRUGGLE15 at checkout for 15% off your full-priced nutrition order.  Frictitious Climbing: Check out their revolutionary doorway mount for hangboards (no drilling!) along with their amazing boards for training your fingers at home or on the road. Score 20% off a board when you purchase a doorway mount. SCARPA: Whether you're a climber, trail runner, skier, or hiker, SCARPA offers an array of adventure footwear for the adventure seeker in you. with a commitment to sustainability. Shop the whole collection at SCARPA.com. SCARPA, No Place Too Far. - The Struggle is carbon-neutral in partnership with The Honnold Foundation, whose mission is to promote solar energy for a more equitable world. - Want to be a podcast hero and gain access to extended and ad-free episodes, Pro Clinics with the sport's best, and rad swag? Support the show and the climbers who make it by becoming a Patron at www.patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow - This show is produced and hosted by Ryan Devlin. The Struggle is a proud member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective, a diverse group of the best, most impactful podcasts in the outdoor industry. - The struggle makes us stronger! I hope your training and climbing are going great.  

Elite climber Michaela Kiersch shares her struggles and breakthroughs in Training, Nutrition, Tactics, and Mental Game   -   Michaela Kiersch has been crushing for decades. She's the first woman to climb both 5.15a and V14 (9a+ / 8B+). The 5.15 was La Rambla, and as Michaela shares today, she doesn't feel like she has yet hit her limit in sport grades. Other notable sport sends for Michaela include the 14d/9a ascent of the Chris Sharma line Dreamcatcher in Squamish, a first female ascent of another classic Sharma route, Necessary Evil, and pretty much everything at the Red River Gorge, including the 14c FFA of The Golden Ticket. On the blocks she's got a few V14 (8B+) sends to her name, including Tigris Sit and New Base Line, both in Magic Wood. And what's perhaps more impressive than her ticklist is the fact that she's done pretty much all of it while being a full-time student and youth coach. If you want to get psyched on what we're all capable of accomplishing with busy lives and limited time to train… you're in the right place.    -   CHAPTERS: Struggle: 0:10:10 Training: 0:12:01 Nutrition: 0:26:52 Tactics: 0:36:33 Mental Game: 0:46:00 Purpose: 0:57:14 Takeaways: 1:03:22   Follow along on Instagram @michaelakiersch and @thestruggleclimbingshow.    -   The Struggle is on YouTube! Watch interviews with the sport's best climbers come to life with amazing footage and actionable takeaways that'll help you to level up your Training, Nutrition, Tactics, and Mental Game. Check it all out at YouTube.com/@thestruggleclimbingshow.    -   BIG THANKS TO THE AMAZING SPONSORS OF THE STRUGGLE:   Crimpd: The absolute best tool for self-coached climbers to stay on track with training. Visit Crimpd.com to download the app for FREE and take your training to the next level.    SCARPA: Whether you're a climber, trail runner, skier, or hiker, SCARPA offers an array of adventure footwear for the adventure seeker in you. with a commitment to sustainability. Shop the whole collection at SCARPA.com. SCARPA, No Place Too Far.   PhysiVantage: the official climbing-nutrition sponsor of The Struggle. Use code STRUGGLE15 at checkout for 15% off your full-priced nutrition order.    Frictitious Climbing: Check out their revolutionary doorway mount for hangboards (no drilling!) along with their amazing boards for training your fingers at home or on the road. Score 20% off a board when you purchase a doorway mount:    -   The Struggle is carbon-neutral in partnership with The Honnold Foundation, whose mission is to promote solar energy for a more equitable world.   -   Want to gain access to 20+ hours of exclusive content featuring Chris Sharma, Alex Honnold, Nina Williams, Ravioli Biceps, Michaela Kiersch, Emil Abrahamsson and more? Support the show and the climbers who make it by becoming a Patron at www.patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow   -   Still reading? You deserve a free sticker: Please rate and review the show -- it really helps us to reach a wider audience! Snap a pic of your review, post to IG, and tag @thestruggleclimbingshow so that we can find you, and we'll send you a sticker just because you're rad.   -   This show is produced and hosted by Ryan Devlin. The Struggle is a proud member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective, a diverse group of the best, most impactful podcasts in the outdoor industry.   -   The struggle makes us stronger. Let's climb hard and do good things in the world!  

Join us in this heartwarming episode as I sit down with my amazing son, Elias, to delve into the incredible impact that travel has had on our family's core values. As avid explorers and adventure-seekers, travel isn't just a pastime for us – it's woven into the very fabric of our lives.In this candid conversation, Elias and I reflect on the profound ways in which our travels have shaped us. We share stories of how each journey has not only opened doors to new experiences but also broadened our world view, making us more empathetic and open-minded individuals. Through the lens of travel, we've learned to appreciate diversity, embrace change, and cherish the beauty of the unknown.Tune in as we reminisce about some of our most cherished trips and travel memories and celebrate the summer with a recap on our recent adventures. RESOURCES:Links to some of the trips and destinations mentioned:The Empire Builder Train JourneyWhy the Red River Gorge in Kentucky is the coolest place you've never heard of.How Miguel's Pizza Made the Red River Gorge what it is today.The Red's Close Cousin: Natural Bridge State ParkHike, Swim & Stay at the Hemlock LodgeSupport the showLet's CONNECT! Subscribe to the Newsletter

Tyler Montgomery, Founder of Brewer Magazine and Abettor Brewing Company drops in to discuss the the rise of craft beer in Kentucky and Tyler shares how he started Brewer Magazine as a side project and how it eventually grew into a full-time pursuit. The magazine's mission is to focus on the business of craft brewing and empower business owners by featuring long-form journalism with successful business owners in the industry. We also talked about the toll that entrepreneurship can take on mental health and offered strategies for coping. Tyler also shares how he got the idea to open a brewery in his hometown of Winchester, Kentucky. We discuss the growth of the brewery, starting with a small location in 2017 and expanding to a larger warehouse in 2020. Tyler also discussed how they built a following for their brewery before even launching by involving the community in the journey through social media and giveaways. They focused on building a comfortable and accepting space for everyone in the community to gather.Kyle and Tyler also discussed the advantages and challenges of self-distribution for breweries, including increased cash flow and the ability to diversify. We also dive into ourlove for outdoor activities and specifically discussed the exciting options available in Red River Gorge, including underground kayaking. Follow along at @theBrewerMag and @abettorbrewingcompany #brewermag #abettorbrewing #beermightythings

 In this week's [UNCENSORED] podcast by GoWild, we talk about music, fishing, and the upcoming whitetail season!    In this week's [UNCENSORED] podcast by GoWild, we talk about music, fishing, and the upcoming whitetail season! Brad talks about his recent trip to Red River Gorge. He starts off telling us about some of his favorite moments on the trails of the Gorge that he spent some time hiking on. He then tells us all about discovering Tyler Childers real early in his career, including getting to watch him in small crowds, before he skyrocketed into the scene. He did some fishing at a pond near his cabin, this place looked like a complete hidden gem complete with bull frogs singing like crazy. Listen in to see how it turned out with him fishing it! Jacob talks about his only fishing trip here recently to Florida where he caught some speckled trout and flounder but whiffed out on the red fish! Although he did chase a giant red fish around for a while but could never get a bite. He then pivots to talking about prepping his private land for this upcoming hunting season. Which includes moving a few trail cameras around to the edge of a nice soybean field, with a tree already picked out for a new stand location. Apparently he hit the right tree, because the photos started flying in of nice whitetail bucks.! Then we talk about one of everyone's favorite things…Food! From bear meat tacos to different ways to fry up fish, including some awesome gluten free options. If you aren't hungry now you will be by the end of the episode!  Brad also gives a run down on our new show No Lowballers presented by GunBroker.com. Everything and anything you need to know about firearms you can find it there. If you're a gun enthusiast, you definitely need to drop in and give us a listen!  If you like what you're hearing, please leave us a rate and review!!  [UNCENSORED] by GoWild kicks off your week with shameful nonsense, inappropriate convictions, and unfiltered tales from the woods, waters and whatevers. [UNCENSORED] is a behind the scenes look at our adventures, failures, wins, embarrassing moments at trade shows, hilarious tales from the warehouse, and a good rant or three about the most recent tyranny from the Dark Lord of the Sith himself. The show launches every Monday morning. Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. JOIN GOWILD AND GET $10: http://downloadgowild.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we talk about Gary's 20th wedding anniversary and his trip to Red River Gorge, Cedar Point has a new/old roller coaster, and Heaven Hill filling their 10 millionth barrel.Gary drinks Angel's Envy and David cracks open a Peach Tea Berliner from Branch & Bone. We also pair songs for our playlist with our drinks for the first time.Make sure to visit Beers and Beards Podcast for a full list of our episodes.Use our NEW code “BeersBeards10” for 10% off at Rivalry Brews as well as 10% off at BeardOctane.com with code BeersBeards10.We also have a new sponsor in Athletic Brewing Co., the largest maker of non-alcoholic craft beer. Visit AthleticBrewing.com to get a free six pack on us (when you buy 2).Support us and get a free trial of Amazon Music by heading over to their website.Check out our full list of Craft Beer Reviews and Bourbon Reviews on our website. Want to grow a better beard and become a legend? Subscribe here to become a Producer of Beers and Beards. https://plus.acast.com/s/beers-and-beards-1. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kentucky is a special state in the southeastern part of the United States. It has beautiful hills, big horse farms, and fun cities. People call it the "Bluegrass State" because of the pretty bluegrass that covers its fields. Kentucky is famous for horse racing, especially the Kentucky Derby. The horses run really fast at Churchill Downs in Louisville. It's exciting to watch! Kentucky also has amazing nature. In the east, there are tall mountains called the Appalachian Mountains. You can go hiking, climb rocks, and camp there. The Red River Gorge is a cool place with big cliffs and nice trails. There are also lots of lakes and rivers in Kentucky. You can go boating, fishing, and do water sports. Kentucky Lake and Lake Cumberland are big and great for having fun in the water. Kentucky is a place where you can have lots of fun and learn new things. Let's explore the wonders of Kentucky together in this YouTube English lesson!

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Elite climber Dr. Thomas Cunningham shares his struggles and breakthroughs in Training, Nutrition, Tactics, and Mental Game.    -   Dr Thomas Cunningham is a weekend warrior… who climbs at an elite level. He's a board certified emergency medicine physician who has published several papers, holds multiple patents, and is currently working as Research Faculty at the University of Louisville. He's also a husband and father of three littles. The guy is as busy as can be, but can he climb? Yeah. He just sent the super classic Red River Gorge test piece, Southern Smoke, which is pretty much the pumpiest 14c sport route you can imagine, and he's working on the 9a direct start for that. He has also bouldered 8a, trad climbed 8a, and put up FAs up to 8a… and he probably puts in less time than you at the gym or the crag. Today he shares his scientific method as it comes to training and nutrition, and what he feels all of us – from beginners to pros – can do to optimize our time and level up in whatever our climbing goals are.   -   CHAPTERS: Struggle: 0:06:58 Training: 0:08:57 Nutrition: 0:32:34 Tactics: 0:45:49 Mental Game: 1:00:20 Purpose: 1:11:12 Takeaways: 1:26:54   -   Follow along on Instagram @thomascunninghammd and @thestruggleclimbingshow.    Gain (zero cost!) access to Dr. Cunningham's newsletter, blog, and research papers... or book a consult to really take things up a level: www.thomascunninghammd.com   Interested in Thomas's fitness tracker of choice? Get a free WHOOP 4.0 and one month free by CLICKING HERE.    -   The Struggle is on YouTube, y'all! I'm so psyched. Watch the best moments of my interviews with the sport's best climbers come to life with amazing footage and actionable takeaways that'll help you to level up your Training, Nutrition, Tactics, and Mental Game. Check it all out at YouTube.com/@thestruggleclimbingshow.    -   PhysiVantage is the official climbing-nutrition sponsor of The Struggle. Visit www.physivantage.com/discount/STRUGGLE15 to receive 15% off your full priced nutrition order.   Crimpd is the official fitness app sponsor of The Struggle. Visit Crimpd.com to download the app for FREE and take your training to the next level.    -   The Struggle is carbon-neutral in partnership with The Honnold Foundation, whose mission is to promote solar energy for a more equitable world.   -   Want to be a podcast hero and score yourself some rad limited edition swag? Support the show and the climbers who make it by becoming a Patron at www.patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow   -   Still reading? You deserve a free sticker: Please rate and review the show -- it really helps us to reach a wider audience! Snap a pic of your review, post to IG, and tag @thestruggleclimbingshow so that we can find you, and we'll send you a sticker just because you're rad.   -   This show is produced and hosted by Ryan Devlin. The Struggle is a proud member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective, a diverse group of the best, most impactful podcasts in the outdoor industry.   -   The struggle makes us stronger. Let's climb hard and do good things in the world!    

Imagine going from having no project climb...to sending perhaps your hardest-ever route in just a few short weeks. That's the unusual story I will share with you in this episode. The route is Kaleidoscope, the Red River Gorge king line, which checks in at 5.13c. The climber is....yours truly, 50-something coach Hörst. Despite beginning the Spring 2023 season with a bum knuckle, lack of high-end strength, and no plans to project anything hard...fate put me in the right place at the right time. I was struck with the impulse to jump on the intimidating, overhanging pumpfest known as Kaleidoscope, a route I've gawked at many times but never seriously considered working on. I'll share with you my process of working this route and how the redpoint "just happened" one day. You'll learn many mental, technical, and tactical tips that you can adopt or modify to improve your climbing performance! RUNDOWN 0:15 - Greetings 0:50 - Intro to "surprise send" episode -- a sport climbing performance case study. 2:40 - The backstory... 4:35 - Leveraging my current assets as a veteran climber. What I've got going for me! 6:22 - The importance of recovery--my sleep and nutrition habits. 7:30 - My current knuckle pain...and "climbing around it". 8:10 - Stalling out on last season's project climb... 9:35 - Being "fit" but not "strong". 9:50 - Entering the Kaleidoscope! 13:25 - The process, in detail. 15:25 - Details of the crux beta. (SKIP if you're planning an onsight attempt on the climb!) 17:20 - Summary of Day 1 on Kaleidoscope 18:20 - Details of my day 2 and day 3 work on the project... 20:25 - Day 4 progress. Two one-hang goes! Close, yet miles away... 22:20 - Day 5 -- Easter Sunday attempts on the proj. 24:00 - Send go #1 25:15 - A small, but vital discovery... 26:28 - Send go #2 -- Watch the send video here >> 29:45 - My love of never-ending learning as a climber (and beyond). 31:00 - Question: Why do we climb? 31:40 - Closing comments. 31:50 - PLEASE write a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and SHARE this podcast with a friend! Check out podcast sponsor PhysiVantage Nutrition -- Get 15% off full-priced nutrition with checkout code: PODCAST15 (North America only).  Europe and elsewhere visit EPIC-TV Shop or BananaFingers.com to get your PhysiVantage! 32:40 - Closing comments -- Horst Out! SAVE on La Sportiva shoes here >> Thank you! La Sportiva, Maxim Ropes, DMM Climbing, Friction Labs Music by Misty Murphy Follow Eric on Twitter @Train4Climbing Check out Eric's YouTube channel. Follow Eric on Facebook! And on Instagram at: Training4Climbing Copyright 2023 Eric Hörst | Hörst Training, LLC.

A couple weeks ago, Sam Elias texted me and said, "Hey. This ER doctor here in Louisville just sent his first 14c... He's SUPER intelligent and really researched about training, nutrition, and personal optimization. I think y'all should have him on the podcast. He has a lot to offer." Turns out this was his second--not first--14c, which I found out in my interview with him, but everything else Sam said about Thomas was spot on, and I was psyched to reach out to him for an interview. Thomas is a 36-year-old emergency medicine physician and father of 3 children from Louisville, KY who's been climbing for around 20 years. After talking to him for a while, I realized he is SUPER scientific about everything he does in climbing. This is no surprise because he's quite an overachiever in his academic/professional life as well.  He's published a bunch of academic papers, he was chief resident at the University of Louisville Department of Emergency Medicine a while back, and WHILE he was doing that, he started a medical device company, Inscope Medical, and was VP of Innovations. He also completed an IronMan while he was an intern resident. So he's an ambitious person, to say the least, and that means he has less time than some of us for climbing and training.  Only getting outside climbing around 10-15 days per year, and focusing all of that time on very hard projects, he has learned that his training and all of his days outside have to be hyperfocused and specific. He takes us through his training program, including how he trains aerobic capacity, power, power endurance, and strength. He also talks about his research (he's also a researcher!) on the use of a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) to figure out what food fuels him best, and at what times of day. He's currently doing some experimentation with Sam Elias with a CGM, and Thomas and I talked about having a part 2 to this discussion to go more in-depth about that and how he uses other monitors like the Whoop in his every day life and training. More to come on that, though. This interview and our talk afterward actually inspired me to get a Whoop myself (no affiliation, but check it out if you're interested in biodata). Oh, and we also talked about how he rehabbed not one but two pulley ruptures and came back stronger afterward. I loved this talk - it was super inspirational on all levels - and I hope we hear a LOT more from Thomas in the coming years. He will be an asset to the climbing community to take us to the next level in training scientifically, like so many other mainstream sports have already done.