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In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by Helinox, we are joined by Adam Cramer, the founding Executive Director and CEO of Outdoor Alliance, a national coalition of outdoor recreation advocacy groups revitalizing the conservation movement with modern organizing and digital engagement. We learn all about this organization, the work they've done, the conservation movement at large, some interesting data from their recent wildfire report, and much more. We wrap the show with news of a new feature from iOS 18 which could be a gamechanger for backpackers, the proper ratio of water to corpses, and the triple Crown of AT trail sections you'd take someone you hate. Helinox: Use code “BACKPACKER20” for 20% off at helinox.com. Gossamer Gear: Use code “SNUGGLEBUG” for 20% off shelters at gossamergear.com.  Backpacker's Pantry: Use code “THETREK” for 20% off at backpackerspantry.com. [divider] Interview with Adam Cramer Take action for the EXPLORE Act Sign up for action alerts Outdoor Alliance Action Center Wildfire and Outdoor Recreation in the West Time stamps & Questions 00:04:00 - Reminders: Apply for the Trek's new full time position! Suggest a guest for us to interview at PCT Days and support us on Patreon. 00:07:35 - Introducing Adam 00:08:13 - What makes for a good skatepark? 00:09:20 - Tell us about whitewater rafting 00:12:44 - What is Outdoor Alliance and how is it funded? 00:14:00 - How do you pick where the primary attention goes? 00:15:22 - How did you get involved with Outdoor Alliance? 00:20:04 - What are the specific objectives of Outdoor Alliance for this year? 00:22:07 - What does the EXPLORE act include? 00:24:10 - How did the EXPLORE act get passed in the House and what's the process for the Senate? 00:28:39 - Tell us about the funding 00:31:04 - Do you collaborate with any hunting and fishing organizations? 00:33:06 - Does any of the funding go towards trail maintenance? 00:35:35 - Does it get exhausting to argue the same thing year after year? 00:37:32 - What were some of the findings from the Outdoor Alliance wildfire report? 00:41:50 - Would some regions implement this before others? 00:47:07 - Are you looking to expand how many organizations you work with? 00:47:45 - Kumo Question: What's the most beautiful place you've ever been to? Segments Trek Propaganda: No Signal, No Problem: Apple Introduces 2-Way Satellite Messaging for iPhones by James Townsend Accidental Oopsies QOTD: People will swim in the ocean, even though there are definitely many corpses in it. People will not swim in a pool with a corpse in it. Humans all have a corpse:water ratio that is acceptable for them to swim in. What is your ratio? Triple Crown of AT trail sections you'd take someone you hate Priest Confession (and leave us your own!) Mail Bag 5 Star Review [divider] Check out our sound guy @my_boy_pauly/. Leave us a voicemail! Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes (and please leave us a review)!  Find us on Spotify, Stitcher, and Google Play. Support us on Patreon to get bonus content. Advertise on Backpacker Radio Follow The Trek, Chaunce, Badger, and Trail Correspondents on Instagram. Follow Backpacker Radio, The Trek and Chaunce on YouTube. Follow Backpacker Radio on Tik Tok.  Our theme song is Walking Slow by Animal Years. A super big thank you to our Chuck Norris Award winner(s) from Patreon: Alex and Misty with NavigatorsCrafting, Andrew, Austen McDaniel, Austin Ford, Brad & Blair Thirteen Adventures, Brent Stenberg, Bryan Alsop, Christopher Marshburn, Coach from Marion Outdoors, Dayne, Derek Koch, Eric Casper, Erik Hofmann, Gillian Daniels, Greg Knight, Greg McDaniel, Hailey Buckingham, Liz Seger, Patrick Cianciolo, Sawyer Products, SPAM, Timothy Hahn, Tracy ‘Trigger' Fawns A big thank you to our Cinnamon Connection Champions from Patreon: 12 Trees Farms, Bonnie Ackerman, David, Dcnerdlet, Emily Galusha, Jeanie, Jeanne Latshaw, Joann Menzer, Katharine Rudzitis, Keith Dobie Jr, Merle Watkins, Peter, and Ruth S.

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are joined by dermatologist, and my old pal, Dr. Katie Manno. This is a chat I've been wanting to highlight on this podcast for years now, and it lived up to my lofty expectations. Dr. Manno gives us a thorough runthrough on all things skin health related and how it pertains to extended time in the outdoors, including why sun protection is so important, the difference between chemical and mineral sunscreens and which is better for the trail, how much and what SPF sunscreen hikers should use, the safety profile of chemical sunscreens and what chemicals specifically to avoid, sun protective clothing and the science behind UPF ratings, vitamin D considerations when using sunscreen and/or sun clothing, what supplements and skin care products she recommends to optimize skin health, and much more. Needless to say, you will come away from this chat smarter than you entered it.  We wrap the show with why one former guest always uses a bear canister when thru-hiking, we opine on whether donating hair can land you in the slammer, I give an update on my 175-mile lap around Denver, and the triple crown of dog breeds. Backpacker's Pantry: Use code “THETREK” for 20% off at backpackerspantry.com. Gossamer Gear: Use code “SNUGGLEBUG” for 20% off shelters at gossamergear.com.  [divider] Interview with Katie Manno Katie's Practice Time stamps & Questions 00:04:40 - Reminders: The Trek is hiring a full-time marketing position! Get notified by subscribing to the newsletter. We're going to Austin and support us on Patreon! 00:08:55 - Introducing Katie 00:09:50 - When did you know you wanted to be a doctor and dermatologist? 00:12:30 - Do you analyze people's skin when you're talking to them in the real world? 00:13:40 - What are the risks and consequences of not taking sun protection seriously? 00:15:15 - How does your skin color impact how careful you need to be with sun exposure? 00:17:32 - Can you totally eliminate your risk of skin cancer? 00:18:20 - Is avoiding a sunburn enough? 00:20:10 - What's the perception of spray tans from the dermatology perspective? 00:21:01 - Is there any reason to be skeptical about the chemicals in sunscreen? 00:25:18 - Do you avoid any chemical sunscreens? 00:26:58 - Discussion about Elta MD and chemical vs. physical sunscreens 00:30:18 - What sunscreen would you recommend to backpackers?  00:32:23 - Is it true that above an SPF it's all the same? 00:35:35 - Do you have a preference between sun protective clothing and sunscreen? 00:37:16 - Does body hair protect against sun damage? 00:38:42 - Is something being covered by clothing enough protection? 00:40:30 - Discussion about SPF and UPF ratings 00:42:30 - What are the main factors that determine the UPF rating? 00:44:14 - If someone applies sunscreen perfectly, do they need protective clothing? 00:45:10 - What would you send out a new PCT hiker out with? 00:46:34 - Walk us through what the various types of skin cancer 00:51:12 - Does sunscreen block vitamin D absorption? 00:53:19 - Is there a safe way to get vitamin D through sun exposure without sunscreen? 00:55:12 - What is the UV index? 00:57:27 - What is the correlation between vitamin levels and skin cancers? 01:01:38 - Are there other supplements we should be taking? 01:04:15 - What are the options for people who've had a lot of past skin damage? 01:10:44 - Do you have any favorite skin products? Segments Trek Propaganda: Why I Always Carry a Bear Canister When Thru-Hiking by Moose Juice QOTD: Can donated hair be used as DNA evidence in a crime? Denver Orbital Trail Update Triple Crown of dog breeds One Star Trail Reviews One Minute Gear Review Mail Bag 5 Star Review [divider] Check out our sound guy @my_boy_pauly/. Leave us a voicemail! Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes (and please leave us a review)!  Find us on Spotify, Stitcher, and Google Play. Support us on Patreon to get bonus content. Advertise on Backpacker Radio Follow The Trek, Chaunce, Badger, and Trail Correspondents on Instagram. Follow Backpacker Radio, The Trek and Chaunce on YouTube. Follow Backpacker Radio on Tik Tok.  Our theme song is Walking Slow by Animal Years. A super big thank you to our Chuck Norris Award winner(s) from Patreon: Alex & Misty with Navigators Crafting, Andrew, Austen McDaniel, Austin Ford, Brad & Blair (Thirteen Adventures), Brent Stenberg, Bryan Alsop, Christopher Marshburn, Coach from Marion Outdoors, Dayne, Derek Koch, Eric Casper, Erik Hofmann, Gillian Daniels, Greg Knight, Greg McDaniel may he bring honor to his name, Hailey Buckingham, Liz Seger, Patrick Cianciolo, Sawyer Products, SPAM, Timothy Hahn, and Tracy “Trigger” Fawns. A big thank you to our Cinnamon Connection Champions from Patreon: 12 Trees Farms, Bonnie Ackerman, David, Dcnerdlet, Emily Galusha, Jeanie, Jeanne Latshaw, Joann Menzer, Katharine Rudzitis, Keith Dobie Jr, Merle Watkins, Peter, and Ruth S.

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are joined by thru-hiker and author, Audrey “Glowstick” Payne. In addition to a thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail, which is the subject of her memoir, Where the Rhododendrons Bloom, Audrey has also tackled the Colorado Trail, Foothills Trail, Trans Catalina Trail, John Muir Trail, Wonderland Trail, and the Patagonia O Circuit. Audrey gives us an overview of each of these treks, and how she might be the first person on earth to not enjoy the JMT, she details a not-so-cordial breakup with her trail family on the AT, and offers some solid tips for those who want to trek Patagonia's O Circuit. We also get an overview of Audrey's life prior to thru-hiking, including how her treks were inspired by a back injury and her career in PR, including some fun stories of working with celebrities.  We wrap the show with the news of a nasty outbreak of Norovirus on the AT this year, whether you should store your food underwater in the backcountry, the triple crown of movies we've cried to, and some one-star trail reviews. Backpacker's Pantry: Use code “THETREK” for 20% off at backpackerspantry.com. Gossamer Gear: Use code “SNUGGLEBUG” for 20% off shelters at gossamergear.com.  Shady Rays: Use code “TREK20” for $20 off polarized sunglasses at shadyrays.com. Appalachian Gear Company: Use code “BPRADIO20” for 20% off at appalachiangearcompany.com. LMNT: Get a free sample pack with any order at drinklmnt.com/trek. [divider] Interview with Audrey “Glowstick” Payne Audrey's Instagram Audrey's Website Audrey's Linktree Time stamps & Questions 00:05:14 - Reminders: Come say hi to us at both AT and PCT Trail Days, support us on Patreon to get bonus exclusive episodes, and check out our new hats! 00:06:47 - Introducing Audrey 00:09:20 - What were you doing in DC? 00:15:53 - How did you go from burnt out PR person to thru-hiking?  00:18:34 - How has your back held up? 00:20:15 - How old were you when you started on the AT? 00:22:45 - Walk us through how you rationalized leaving your career to hike the AT 00:26:57 - Are you grateful for your back issues getting you onto the trail? 00:29:28 - Did you have any midlife crises turning 40? 00:30:40 - How do you feel about your future hikes? 00:31:45 - What advice would you give to others approaching or in their 30s? 00:36:22 - Tell us about getting woken up by some ponies and bears 00:44:00 - Is there a story that resonates with readers from the book? 00:47:00 - Tell us about camping at the drive in 00:53:43 - Tell us about foraging on the AT 00:58:40 - What was your best trail magic experience? 01:03:14 - What are your thoughts about tramilies? 01:07:10 - How did the trail family breakup go? 01:09:54 - Can you give tips to people from a PR perspective on how to break up with your trail family? 01:15:52 - What happens if you encounter your broken up trail family again? 01:16:48 - What was it like post-breakup? 01:18:35 - Discussion about deciding to leave a job to hike the AT 01:20:18 - How can someone weigh the pros and cons of making a change to their life? 01:25:00 - Did you put the AT on your resume or discuss it during your interviews? 01:27:45 - What accounted for the four year gap between the AT and your next hike? 01:29:39 - Do your coworkers know you for your hiking? 01:33:02 - How did you decide to do the Colorado Trail? 01:34:17 - Did you start in the same place each time you've done the Four Pass Loop? 01:36:00 - Discussion about the logistics of the Four Pass Loop 01:41:55 - Tell us about your mountain lion encounter on the CT 01:50:00 - Discussion about off-roading 01:51:40 - How was your Foothills Trail hike? 01:57:10 - What insects did you see? 02:00:00 - How was your Trans Catalina Trail experience? 02:04:29 - How was the John Muir Trail? 02:07:50 - Discussion about the PCT southbound 02:12:20 - Tell us about the Patagonia O Circuit 02:14:23 - Is the O Circuit accessible for someone who isn't an experienced backpacker? 02:15:58 - What kind of mileage and elevation gain does the trail entail? 02:17:30 - Discussion about costs, food, and gear 02:19:37 - Where do you fly into and how do you get to trail? 02:21:24 - How did you feel safety-wise? 02:22:55 - Did the structure of the hike take away from the wildness of the area? 02:25:00 - Did you feel fine traveling in that area without speaking Spanish? 02:26:50 - Discussion about the weather and clothing 02:30:29 - Kumo Question: What would your walkup song be if you were entering the Olympics for a random sport? 02:33:50 - Where can people follow you and get your book? Segments Trek Propaganda: Norovirus Alert: Appalachian Trail Hikers Urged to Stay Vigilant Amid Outbreak by Ariella Nardizzi QOTD: Have you ever heard of storing food underwater in the backcountry? Triple Crown of movies you've cried to One Star Trail Reviews Listener Voicemail Mail Bag 5 Star Review [divider] Check out our sound guy @my_boy_pauly/. Leave us a voicemail! Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes (and please leave us a review)!  Find us on Spotify, Stitcher, and Google Play. Support us on Patreon to get bonus content. Advertise on Backpacker Radio Follow The Trek, Chaunce, Badger, and Trail Correspondents on Instagram. Follow Backpacker Radio, The Trek and Chaunce on YouTube. Follow Backpacker Radio on Tik Tok.  Our theme song is Walking Slow by Animal Years. A super big thank you to our Chuck Norris Award winner(s) from Patreon: Alex & Misty with Navigators Crafting, Andrew, Austen McDaniel, Austin Ford, Brad & Blair (Thirteen Adventures), Brent Stenberg, Bryan Alsop, Christopher Marshburn, Coach from Marion Outdoors, Dayne, Derek Koch, Eric Casper, Erik Hofmann, Greg Knight, Greg McDaniel may he bring honor to his name, Jason “Snail” Snailer barely know her, Hailey Buckingham, Liz Seger, Patrick Cianciolo, Sawyer Products, SPAM, Timothy Hahn, and Tracy “Trigger” Fawns. A big thank you to our Cinnamon Connection Champions from Patreon: 12 Trees Farms, Bonnie Ackerman, David, Dcnerdlet, Emily Galusha, Jeanie, Jeanne Latshaw, Joann Menzer, Katharine Rudzitis, Keith Dobie Jr, Merle Watkins, Peter, and Ruth S.

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are joined by Sara Leibold. Sara is a solo adventurer, thru-hiker, writer, and vlogger with more than 10,000 human-powered miles under her belt. Her adventures include several thru-hikes, for which we zoom in on her hikes of the AT, Benton MacKaye, and most recently, the Hayduke. We also learn about her wild adventure of rowing the length of the Mississippi River, from source to sea. And we get a run down on Sara's many odd jobs, including ridge running on the AT, working in production for ESPN, and more. We wrap the show with sad news of an AT hiker who turned up deceased in Vermont, the triple crown of worst appetizers, and what petty hills we are willing to die on. But first. Visit Iceland with Chaunce and Badger: Registration is live for our 2024 trip to Iceland. Come and hike to glaciers, waterfalls, and secret lagoons with your favorite podcast hosts. More info here!  Range Meal Bars: Use code “THETREK” for 20% off at rangemealbar.com. RTIC Outdoors: Shop at rticoutdoors.com. Interview with Sara Leibold Sara Leibold Instagram  Sara on YouTube  Sara's Website Time stamps & Questions 00:03:38 - Reminders: We're still collecting poop stories for our book. Send your story here! Join us on Patreon for more chaos!  00:07:27 - Welcoming Sara  00:08:01 - How did you get your trail name, Tide?  00:8:48 - Tell us about your Master's thesis  00:10:14 - Why focus on the Arizona Trail?  00:11:41 - Were you able to capture cause and effect?  00:12:50 - Did your interest in low impact travel stem from your graduate program?  00:13:45 - How do you define low impact travel?  00:14:38 - Is there a style of outdoor adventure that's lower impact?  00:15:08 - Who did you pull your low impact inspiration from?  00:15:50 - Can you give us your trail resume?  00:18:30 - When was your AT start and finish date?  00:19:29 - What put the AT on your mind?  00:20:00 - Did you complete it in four months?  00:20:26 - Did you have a light pack at least?  00:20:38 - What was the response to doing the AT in 2011?  00:21:44 - Did you let your hair grow throughout your hike?  00:22:00 - Any big highlights from the AT?  00:22:47 - Tell us about your river trip  00:23:54 - What was your sport in college?  00:24:10 - Tell us about the Suwannee river 00:24:40 - What was it like traveling with your dad?  00:25:17 - Did you do the full length of the river?  00:25:40 - How did you plan for your river trip?  00:26:30 - Tell us about the Natchez Trail bike ride  00:27:19 - How long did it take you? 00:27:44 - Are you a fast swimmer as well  00:28:10 - Are all of your trips intentionally low impact?  00:29:09 - What brought you back to that AT after your bikepacking trip?  00:30:56 - Did you encounter a lot of weekend warriors?  00:32:04 - What type of crash course tips could you give a new hiker?  00:33:20 - What is that smell experience like?  00:35:12 - What's the turnover rate for ridge runners?  00:36:36 - How often did you encounter bears in the Shenandoah?  00:38:03 - What are the redeeming qualities of ridgerunning?  00:40:10 - Do you have housing for ridgerunning?  00:40:34 - What's the time commitment?  00:41:57 - Do you have insider names or terminology?  00:44:59 - What was the best culinary experience of the Camino? 00:46:24 - Tell us about the Anna Purna Circuit?  00:37:31 - What was drawing you to international hikes?  00:48:07 - Did you ever feel a pull to go do the PCT or CDT?  00:49:15 - How did you sustain a lifestyle of year-round hiking and traveling?  00:50:12 - Did you ever have doubts living your lifestyle?  00:51:56 - Do you have any advice for people stuck in the comparison phase? 00:53:09 - Do you foresee yourself settling for a different lifestyle?  00:55:13 - Where do you think you gained your independence?  00:56:13 - Tell us about your source-to-sea adventure  00:58:18 - What did you do for butt padding?  00:58:45 - Was it similar to college rowing?  00:59:35 - Are there stretches where you could swim?  01:00:17 - How do you manage going through a lock and dam?  01:02:29 - Was any of this Type 2 fun?  01:03:12 - What's the safety like?  01:05:30 - How long did it take you?  01:05:53 - What job opportunity presented itself?  01:06:48 - How did you fall into this job?  01:09:58 - What are your top favorite seasonal jobs?  01:13:19 - Do you ever take souvenirs from the US Open?  01:16:51 - Anything else notable about your Mississippi voyage?  01:18:36 - What was on your gear list for the Mississippi trip?  01:19:52 - What do you eat?  01:20:10 - What are redeeming qualities of cold soaking?  01:22:09 - What do you cold soak in your resupply boxes?  01:24:12 - How did you land in the hospital? Ramen overdose?  01:27:30 - Tell us about the Netherlands/Belgium bikepack trip?  01:31:18 - How much time are you spending on the bike vs. exploring cities?  01:31:55 - What would you recommend for those hoping to do a similar trip?  01:33:12 - Tell us about your Benton MacKaye hike 01:33:50 - What is a census job?  01:36:15 - How did the Pinhoti compare to the Benton MacKaye trail?  01:37:31 - What's the elevator pitch for the Benton MacKaye trail?  01:39:05 - Tell us about the Hayduke  01:43:43 - Where did things get scary?  01:46:06 - How did you prepare for the Hayduke?  01:54:50 - At what point did you feel the imposter syndrome dissipate?  01:56:04 - How has doing the Hayduke impacted future hikes?  01:57:31 - Tell us about the book you're writing?  02:00:02 - Thank you, Sara!  Segments  Trek Propaganda: Missing Appalachian Trail Hiker Found Dead in Vermont by Owen Eigenbrot QOTD: What is a petty hill you would die on?  Triple crown of worst appetizers  Mail Bag  5 Star Reviews  [divider] Check out our sound guy @paulyboyshallcross. Leave us a voicemail! Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes (and please leave us a review)!  Find us on Spotify, Stitcher, and Google Play. Support us on Patreon to get bonus content. Advertise on Backpacker Radio Follow The Trek, Chaunce, Badger, and Trail Correspondents on Instagram. Follow Backpacker Radio, The Trek and Chaunce on YouTube. Follow Backpacker Radio on Tik Tok.  Our theme song is Walking Slow by Animal Years. A super big thank you to our Chuck Norris Award winner(s) from Patreon: Alex & Misty with Navigators Crafting, Andrew, Austen McDaniel, Austin Ford, Brad & Blair (Thirteen Adventures), Brent Stenberg, Christopher Marshburn, Coach from Marion Outdoors, Dayne, Derek Koch, DoGoodPantry, Eric Casper, Erik Hofmann, Greg McDaniel may he bring honor to his name, Liz Seger, Matt Soukup, Mike Poisel, Morgan Luke, Patrick Cianciolo, Sawyer Products, Timothy Hahn, and Tracy “Trigger” Fawns. A big thank you to our Cinnamon Connection Champions from Patreon: 12 Trees Farms, Dcnerdlet, Emily Galusha, Jake Landgraf, Jeanne Latshaw, Jeff LaFranier, Joann Menzer, Keith Dobie Jr, Kelly Heikkila, Matthew Spence, and Peter.

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are joined by Heidi Nisbett aka Sketch. Heidi is a thru-hiker, hiking guide, and an exceptionally talented artist, having recently been commissioned to paint a giant mural at the Trail Center in Damascus. Heidi gives us the lowdown on why she loved the Foothills Trail, the Superior Hiking Trail, Pinhoti Trail, and more. We also go in-depth on Heidi's journey as an artist, how she fell in love with it as a kid, fell out of love with it post-college, and rekindled the flame during her time hiking the AT. She shares her top advice to aspiring trail-focused artists, we learn about a CDT thru-hike that went wildly awry, and we chat the best and worst beer styles. This is another fun chat guaranteed to bring a smile to your head. We wrap the show with reasons why the Florida Trail is actually awesome, I'm shamed for liking things I'm good at, we do a triple crown of hiking things we just don't get, a Florida Man segment, and much more.  Visit Iceland with Chaunce and Badger: Registration is live for our 2024 trip to Iceland. Come and hike to glaciers, waterfalls, and secret lagoons with your favorite podcast hosts. More info here!  Range Meal Bars: Use code “THETREK” for 20% off at rangemealbar.com. RTIC Outdoors: Shop at rticoutdoors.com. PACT Outdoors: Use code “TREK20” for 20% off and free shipping at pactoutdoors.com. [divider] Interview with Heidi Nisbett  Heidi Nisbett Instagram  Sketching Summits website Sketching Summits TikTok  Time stamps & Questions 00:03:05 - Reminders: Chaunce is unwell & we're still collecting poop stories for our book. Send your story here!   00:08:54 - Introducing Heidi Nisbett 00:09:42 - Is it safe to say you're a beer connoisseur?  00:09:55 - What's the style of beer you're into now?  00:10:07 - Do you have a favorite wheat beer?  00:10:24 - What is your trail name and the origin?  00:11:10 - Why didn't you like the name Picasso? 00:11:56 - What did Picasso do for art history?  00:12:45 - Were you sketching at all shelter logs?  00:13:58 - How long do the paintings take you?  00:14:58 - Was it hard to maintain a social group if you stop to paint?  00:15:40 - Do most people break up with art after their degree?  00:20:07 - When did art stand out as something you were talented in?  00:20:50 - Do you come from artsy people?  00:22:58 - At what point were you getting positive feedback on your art?  00:23:40 - What role did social media play as you re-entered the art world?  00:26:13 - What happens between your art career and hiking the AT?  00:29:11 - How does a paint and sip class work?  00:30:44 - What tips do you have for amateur artists?  00:34:00 - Tell us about your style of art now  00:35:08 - How would you describe the style of art?  00:37:36 - How did you transition from art girl to hiking girl?  00:40:28 - What was your hiking experience prior to the AT?  00:42:06 - Tell us about the evolution of your art as you hiked along the AT?  00:44:46 - How did you decide to make your art your full-time business after hiking?  00:47:20 - What draws people in the most?  00:48:40 - How do you overcome imposter syndrome?  00:49:50 - Tell us about your work with the ATC  00:52:52 - Was that your first mural?  00:54:40 - How does it work when painting around features in the room?  00:55:44 - Is this the piece of art that has consumed the most amount of your time?  00:55:52 - What is the second longest?  00:56:51 - What's the most popular piece of art?  00:57:22 - What do you mail most often?  00:59:07 - How do you determine what to turn into a sticker?  01:00:23 - Have you asked if the Pinhoti has any mural needs?  01:02:10 - How was the Pinhoti?  01:04:30 - Why pick the Pinhoti over other trails?  01:05:48 - How does the difficulty compare to the AT?  01:06:54 - Is there a bad time of year to hike the Pinhoti?  01:08:01 - Would you pick Pinhoti or Superior Hiking Trail?  01:09:42 - How was the Foothills Trail?  01:11:57 - What's the hiking culture in North Carolina?  01:12:56 - Are you familiar with the Overmountain Trail?  01:15:23 - FMK…Beer styles  01:16:53 - FMK…Landscape, Animal, or People Artwork  01:18:30 - FMK…Watercolor, Oils, or Acrylic Paintings 01:19:07 - FMK…Pinhoti, Superior Hiking Trail, or Mountains to Sea trail 01:20:36 - How did the CDT attempt go?  01:23:24 - Tell us about the double helicopter evacuation you witnessed  01:30:33 - Were you able to enjoy fun van activities?  01:31:27 - What's the proposal story?  01:35:40 - Tell us about guiding  01:38:12 - How do you experience a hike differently as a guide?  01:39:19 - If someone wants you as their guide, how do they request that?  01:40:53 - Tell us about your watercolor trips?  01:43:11 - Did your art background play a role in getting hired as a guide?  01:44:16 - Do you have any advice for someone who is trying to find their start in the art world?  01:46:25 - What was your top hike in Guatemala?  01:47:53 - What did you say your husband does?  01:48:15 - Thank you, Heidi!   Segments  Trek Propaganda: 11 Reasons The Florida Trail Is Awesome by Owen Eigenbrot QOTD: What is something you're good at, but don't enjoy doing?  Voicemails  Thing of the week  Triple crown of hiking things you just don't get  Florida man + birthdate  Gross or Not Gross Chaunce QOTD: How is it living with Garrett?  Mail Bag 5 Star Review   [divider] Check out our sound guy @paulyboyshallcross. Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes (and please leave us a review)!  Find us on Spotify, Stitcher, and Google Play. Support us on Patreon to get bonus content. Advertise on Backpacker Radio Follow The Trek, Chaunce, Badger, and Trail Correspondents on Instagram. Follow Backpacker Radio, The Trek and Chaunce on YouTube. Follow Backpacker Radio on Tik Tok.  Our theme song is Walking Slow by Animal Years. A super big thank you to our Chuck Norris Award winner(s) from Patreon: Alex & Misty with Navigators Crafting, Andrew, Austen McDaniel, Austin Ford, Brad & Blair (Thirteen Adventures), Brent Stenberg, Christopher Marshburn, Coach from Marion Outdoors, Dayne, Derek Koch, DoGoodPantry, Eric Casper, Erik Hofmann, Greg McDaniel may he bring honor to his name, Liz Seger, Matt Soukup, Mike Poisel, Morgan Luke, Patrick Cianciolo, Sawyer Products, Timothy Hahn, and Tracy “Trigger” Fawns. A big thank you to our Cinnamon Connection Champions from Patreon: 12 Trees Farms, Dcnerdlet, Emily Galusha, Jake Landgraf, Jeanne Latshaw, Jeff LaFranier, Joann Menzer, Keith Dobie Jr, Kelly Heikkila, Matthew Spence, and Peter.

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek we are joined by new Executive Director at the Colorado Trail Foundation, Tisha McCombs. Tisha gives us a rundown on her journey to becoming the head at the CTF, what her vision is for the Colorado Trail moving forward, all that goes into maintaining the CT and where help is most needed, and much more. We also chat a bit about the role mountain biking plays into sustaining many trails throughout Colorado, what her top advice is to aspiring adventurers - coming from the perspective of an adventure and life coach, and a fuck marry kill of the sections of the Colorado Trail. We wrap the show with a triple crown of ways to insult thru-hikers, a review of the updated version of the Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Xlite from a former guest of the show, and a new segment, plug me.   PACT Outdoors: Use code “TREK20” for 20% off and free shipping at pactoutdoors.com. 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[divider] Interview with Tisha McCombs Tisha McCombs Instagram Colorado Trail Foundation  Time stamps & Questions 00:05:02 - Reminders: Find us on YouTube and Patreon  00:06:03 - Introducing Tisha McCombs  00:06:24 - Does Tisha give us Mims vibes?  00:07:22 - Packing resupply boxes  00:13:16 - Walk us through your previous work prior to your new role with the CT 00:15:45 - Check out the CTF store 00:16:45 - Should we treat this as trading cards?  00:17:37 - Between CA and CO, what are some National Park recommendations you'd give?  00:19:20 - Tell us about your other non-profit experience  00:20:04 - Were you responsible for the Palisade Plunge?  00:20:50 - Were you primarily managing people at COPMOBA?  00:21:37 - What are some of the challenges with volunteer work?  00:23:36 - Have there been any oopsies with volunteers?  00:25:08 - Are the trails for hikers as well, or only mountain bikers?  00:25:46 - Is there any tension between mountain bikers and hikers?  00:29:24 - Do mountain bikers think e-bikers are lazy?  00:29:46 - How much do e-bikes and dirt bikes impact trails compared to mountain biking?  00:33:36 - What are the rebates that CO is giving on e-bikes?  00:36:30 - If you could only bike or hike the rest of your life, what would you pick?  00:37:15 - How does the spine injury impact wearing a backpack?  00:38:35 - Do you have a favorite pack that helps?  00:39:41 - The CT is a multi-purpose trail. How do you make decisions that benefit all uses?  00:43:34 - Do you get funds from dirt bike tags?  00:45:19 - How does trail maintenance differ between mountain biking and hiking?  00:46:33 - What would you like to do differently as the new Executive Director of the CTF?  00:51:53 - What type of money does it take to maintain trails?  00:59:15 - Why do you think there is so much interest in making the CT the best maintained trail in the US?  01:02:18 - How do you increase volunteer interest?  01:06:26 - Did you go through similar feelings with your son?  01:08:09 - Did you ever get resistance from your son when trying to bring him to your activities?  01:11:17 - What are some specific needs of the CTF? 01:15:17 - What's one of the best trail crew meals you've had?  01:16:22 - If options were endless, what would you do for the CT? 01:17:40 - What logistics would go into removing road walks?  01:18:55 - What are your two other wishes for the CTF?  01:21:59 - Are there any transportation recommendations?  01:22:58 - What about park & ride options?  01:24:01 - Are there apps for private parking spaces?  01:26:16 - What are top business ideas for someone who wants to offer value to the trail?  01:29:18 - Is there anywhere along the trail to do mail drops?  01:31:39 - Is there a shuttle into Lake City?  01:33:59 - Tell us about your work as a life coach  01:37:33 - Is there one element that merges adventure, career, and trauma?  01:40:23 - Are there any go-to fly fishing spots along the CT?  01:41:51 - Is it catch-and-release along the trail?  01:42:20 - FMK for Colorado Trail Segments  01:45:15 - Thank you, Tisha!  01:45:43 - Visit www.coloradotrail.org   Segments  QOTD: How old are you in your mind?  Trek Propaganda: Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XLite NXT Sleeping Pad Review Thing of the Week QOTD 2: What's the most unethical thing you'd do to save money?  Triple Crown of ways to insult thru-hikers  Mail Bag/Plug Me: The Unseen by Mike Clelland 5 Star Review  [divider] Check out our sound guy @paulyboyshallcross. Leave us a voicemail! Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes (and please leave us a review)!  Find us on Spotify, Stitcher, and Google Play. Support us on Patreon to get bonus content. Advertise on Backpacker Radio Follow The Trek, Chaunce, Badger, and Trail Correspondents on Instagram. Follow Backpacker Radio, The Trek and Chaunce on YouTube. Follow Backpacker Radio on Tik Tok.  Our theme song is Walking Slow by Animal Years.   A super big thank you to our Chuck Norris Award winner(s) from Patreon: Alex & Misty with Navigators Crafting, Andrew, Austen McDaniel, Austin Ford, Brad & Blair (Thirteen Adventures), Brent Stenberg, Christopher Marshburn, Coach from Marion Outdoors, Dayne, Derek Koch, DoGoodPantry, Eric Casper, Erik Hofmann, Greg McDaniel may he bring honor to his name, Liz Seger, Matt Soukup, Mike Poisel, Morgan Luke, Patrick Cianciolo, Sawyer Products, Timothy Hahn, and Tracy “Trigger” Fawns.   A big thank you to our Cinnamon Connection Champions from Patreon: 12 Trees Farms, Dcnerdlet, Emily Galusha, Jake Landgraf, Jeanne Latshaw, Jeff LaFranier, Joann Menzer, Keith Dobie Jr, Kelly Heikkila, Matthew Spence, and Peter.

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are joined by fellow Goldenite, Andrew Terrill. Starting in 1997, Andrew walked more than 7,000 miles from the southernmost point of Italy to northern Norway, an 18-month journey across the wild parts of Europe. Needless to say, learning about this unique and fascinating trek is the focus of today's chat, as we learn what inspired Andrew to take on this route that no one had ever done previously, how he was received by locals throughout his journey, standout stories from his adventure- including running into the Italian mafia, his favorite stretches of trail, and how this journey helped him overcome his social anxiety. This hike is unlike anything we've ever featured on the podcast, and we think you'll really enjoy learning more about Andrew's story.  We wrap the show with news of a giveaway The Trek is hosting, featuring nearly $15,000 worth of backpacking gear, what our "liked it before it was cool" brags are, the Triple Crown of things that are the modern-day cigarette, and an epic listener email on the legality of stabbing people who enter your tent. Range Meal Bars: Use code “THETREK” for 20% off at rangemealbar.com. PACT Outdoors: Use code “TREK20” for 20% off and free shipping at pactoutdoors.com. Goodr: Use code “BACKPACKER” for free shipping on your first order at goodr.com/backpacker. Gossamer Gear: Use code “TAKESHELTER” for 20% off shelters at gossamergear.com.  RTIC Outdoors: Shop at rticoutdoors.com. [divider] Interview with Andrew Terrill Andrew Terrill Website Andrew's Instagram Andrew's Facebook  Time stamps & Questions 00:04:55 - Reminders: Support us on Patreon 00:05:54 - Introducing Andrew Terrill  00:06:31 - Tell us about living in Golden, CO  00:07:04 - Why Golden instead of other Colorado cities?  00:07:59 - How did you meet your wife?  00:10:23 - Were you appreciative of the email addresses?  00:11:14 - What was the inspiration for your journey?  00:14:25 - What were you doing for work at the time? 00:15:28 - Did you get any support in quitting your job to hike?  00:17:10 - Can you tell us the scary story from the Pyrenees?  00:20:36 - What injuries did you get?  00:22:58 - How did that experience not make you shy away from hiking?  00:23:50 - Did you dread sharing the news of your fall?  00:25:02 - It's 1997, how did you plan the logistics?  00:27:58 - How many times was the lucky coin unlucky?  00:29:26 - Did your fall make you want to pursue risk more?  00:31:07 - Tell us about being warned of the mafia  00:34:10 - Do you speak Italian? 00:34:32 - Was the threat of the mafia present through the full trip?  00:36:32 - Tell us about your gear back then?  00:39:30 - What happens when you leave Calambria?  00:40:51 - What mistakes did you think you made?  00:42:12 - Tell us about getting lost?  00:45:42 - What were the logistics of camping on this journey? 00:48:26 - Why did you get turned away from the hotel?  00:50:52 - Tell us about the shepherds you met along the way? 00:55:28 - What there a specific turning point?  00:56:25 - Tell us about your encounter with wild boars 00:57:41 - Any bear or wolf encounters?  01:01:23 - How did you overcome your social anxieties?  01:08:12 - Do you attribute your hike to resolving those anxieties?  01:09:22 - Tell us about hiking through the Dolomites  01:11:36 - Were there other historic sites you stumbled upon?  01:12:30 - Can you give us more specifics about the route you took?  01:13:50 - How do you handle the Alps in the winter?  01:20:41 - Is it challenging to plan food resupply?  01:22:15 - Were you ravenous after this journey?  01:22:45 - Did you have any unique culinary experiences?  01:23:54 - What types of freelance work were you doing for money?  01:25:03 - Did you ever lose any film?  01:25:38 - If you could highlight a 50-100 miles stretch in each of the countries, which would you recommend?  01:28:14 - Are there polar bears in the arctic?  01:29:08 - What kind of wildlife is there?  01:30:01 - Did you deal with short days in Norway?  01:30:36 - Did you have trouble sleeping?  01:30:52 - What should we ask you?  01:33:34 - If someone wants to follow your route, what advice would you give?  01:35:00 - Books: The Earth Beneath my Feet and On Sacred Ground   SEGMENTS QOTD: What was your “I liked it before it was cool” brag?  Trek Propaganda: It's Still Summer Giveaway  Stupidest thing of the week  Happy National Raspberry and Cream Day  Triple Crown of things that are the modern day cigarette  Cinnamon Court  Mail Bag  5 Star Review    [divider] Check out our sound guy @paulyboyshallcross. Leave us a voicemail! Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes (and please leave us a review)!  Find us on Spotify, Stitcher, and Google Play. Support us on Patreon to get bonus content. Advertise on Backpacker Radio Follow The Trek, Chaunce, Badger, and Trail Correspondents on Instagram. Follow Backpacker Radio, The Trek and Chaunce on YouTube. Follow Backpacker Radio on Tik Tok.  Our theme song is Walking Slow by Animal Years. A super big thank you to our Chuck Norris Award winner(s) from Patreon: Alex & Misty with Navigators Crafting, Andrew, Austen McDaniel, Austin Ford, Brad & Blair (Thirteen Adventures), Brent Stenberg, Christopher Marshburn, Coach from Marion Outdoors, Dayne, Derek Koch, DoGoodPantry, Eric Casper, Erik Hofmann, Greg McDaniel may he bring honor to his name, Liz Seger, Matt Soukup, Mike Poisel, Morgan Luke, Patrick Cianciolo, Sawyer Products, Timothy Hahn, and Tracy “Trigger” Fawns. A big thank you to our Cinnamon Connection Champions from Patreon: 12 Trees Farms, Dcnerdlet, Emily Galusha, Jake Landgraf, Jeanne Latshaw, Jeff LaFranier, Joann Menzer, Keith Dobie Jr, Kelly Heikkila, Matthew Spence, and Peter.

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek we are joined by Mandy "Veggie" Redpath and Kevin "Karma" Savage.  Combined, the pair have accumulated more than 30,000 trail miles, and an endless number of stories to boot.  We get a detailed breakdown comparing a few different variations of Camino de Santiago- Frances, del Norte, and Primativo, a serendipitous hitchhike which kick-started their romantic journey, their first shared trek on the Pacific Northwest Trail, the Hayduke Trail, Oregon Coast Trail, Low to High Route, Scottish National Trail, Grand Enchantment Trail, and more.  In a nutshell, if you like trail stories and beta, you will dig this chat. We wrap the show with a Trek propaganda presented by today's guest on why you should thru-hike trails other than the AT PCT or CDT, the triple crown of things that you eat when you're sick, and the ways in which we align with the boomers. Range Meal Bars: Use code “THETREK” for 20% off at rangemealbar.com. PACT Outdoors: Use code “TREK20” for 20% off and free shipping at pactoutdoors.com. Gossamer Gear: Use code “TAKESHELTER” for 20% off shelters at gossamergear.com.  RTIC Outdoors: Shop at rticoutdoors.com. [divider] Interview with Mandy and Kevin Mandy's Instagram Karma's Instagram Mandy & Karma's Website Time stamps & Questions 00:04:42 - QOTD: What makes you go, “I'm with the boomers on this one”? 00:06:18 - Reminders: Support us on Patreon! 00:07:42 - Introducing Veggie and Karma 00:08:27 - Give us your trail resumes 00:11:47 - We Love Love: tell us about how you met 00:15:40 - Tell us more about falling in love 00:18:08 - Tell us about the start of the Pacific Northwest Trail 00:19:50 - Was the spark there on the CDT? 00:21:56 - What did you do after the Pacific Northwest Trail?00:23:56 - Tell us more about the various Camino routes you've done 00:27:46 - How much do the different routes overlap? 00:29:00 - Give us a pitch for each of the routes you did 00:32:11 - What did you use the trail guide for? 00:34:06 - Describe the water situation 00:35:00 - Describe the lodging 00:37:40 - What's the language barrier like? 00:39:13 - What drew you to doing the Camino multiple times back to back? 00:42:02 - What did you do your thesis on? 00:43:00 - What type of injuries do people get? 00:44:51 - Give your best elevator pitch for the Camino 00:48:50 - Tell us about hiking the AT 00:51:00 - How did the AT compare to the Camino? 00:54:30 - What standout story do you have from the AT? 00:58:20 - Do you have any beginner mistake stories from the AT? 00:59:35 - Tell us about the Colorado Trail 01:05:37 - How did you get accustomed to dealing with afternoon thunderstorms on the CT? 01:06:14 - Tell us about the Pacific Crest Trail 01:08:09 - Describe PCTAZDKO 01:09:04 - Did the ice ax lessons come in handy? 01:11:00 - How did you navigate the PCT in 2012? 01:13:02 - Do you have any strong feelings about people's dependence on Far Out? 01:15:03 - Have you ever needed a compass in addition to paper maps? 01:17:20 - Discussion about wildfires on the PCT 01:19:00 - Any standout stories from the CDT? 01:22:32 - How bound to the red line were you coming from the AT? 01:25:07 - How did the CDT last year compare to 2015? 01:27:15 - Why is the Wyoming Basin awesome? 01:29:35 - How did you first get into wildlife photography? 01:31:38 - Why do you like bird watching? 01:34:00 - Discussion about bird songs 01:37:21 - What is the best part about hiking with your partner? 01:39:30 - How do you help the other person when they're having an off mental day? 01:43:58 - Any standout stories from the Hayduke? 01:46:00 - Zach and Chaunce have a fight 01:49:07 - What made you decide to do the Oregon Coast Trail? 01:51:55 - Tell us about the remoteness of the Oregon Coast Trail? 01:54:23 - How does the scenery change as you progress along the trail? 01:55:08 - What section of the trail would you hike again if you could? 01:56:12 - Tell us about the Kalalau Trail in Hawaii? 01:58:57 - Is the permit process difficult? 01:59:54 - Tell us about the Wonderland Trail 02:01:45 - Tell us about the Low to High Route 02:06:05 - Tell us about your scorpion encounters 02:08:40 - Has anyone gotten stung by a scorpion? 02:10:15 - What was the weather like on the Low to High Route? 02:13:01 - How did the AT compare going sobo instead of nobo? 02:14:35 - Any standout stories from the Arizona Trail in 2019? 02:16:04 - Tell us about the Scottish National Trail 02:18:18 - What is the Scottish take on Braveheart? 02:20:00 - Give us the pitch for the Scottish National Trail 02:21:32 - How often did you resupply? 02:22:00 - Tell us about being vegan and finding food options internationally 02:25:14 - Why did you decide to become vegan? 02:29:20 - Do you adhere to vegan gear and apparel as well? 02:30:25 - What is the most annoying thing about hiking with the other person? 02:33:14 - What's your best gear idea? 02:33:52 - Tell us about the Grand Enchantment Trail 02:37:35 - Give us your top wildlife photography pictures you've taken 02:41:05 - How do you finance your hiking? 02:45:20 - Do you have any recommendations for making hiking a lifestyle? 02:47:10 - Are you pursuing any additional passions or careers? 02:49:05 - When are you getting engaged? SEGMENTS Trek Propaganda 5 Reasons To Hike Trails Other Than the Triple Crown by Mandy “Veggie” Redpath National Mutt Day Thought of the Week Triple Crown of things to eat when you're sick Mail Bag 5 Star Review [divider] Check out our sound guy @paulyboyshallcross. Leave us a voicemail! Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes (and please leave us a review)!  Find us on Spotify, Stitcher, and Google Play. Support us on Patreon to get bonus content. Advertise on Backpacker Radio Follow The Trek, Chaunce, Badger, and Trail Correspondents on Instagram. Follow Backpacker Radio, The Trek and Chaunce on YouTube. Follow Backpacker Radio on Tik Tok.  Our theme song is Walking Slow by Animal Years. A super big thank you to our Chuck Norris Award winner(s) from Patreon: Alex & Misty with Navigators Crafting, Andrew, Austen McDaniel, Austin Ford, Brad & Blair (Thirteen Adventures), Brent Stenberg, Christopher Marshburn, Coach from Marion Outdoors, Dayne, Derek Koch, DoGoodPantry, Eric Casper, Erik Hofmann, Greg McDaniel may he bring honor to his name, Liz Seger, Matt Soukup, Mike Poisel, Morgan Luke, Patrick Cianciolo, Sawyer Products, Timothy Hahn, and Tracy “Trigger” Fawns. A big thank you to our Cinnamon Connection Champions from Patreon: 12 Trees Farms, Dcnerdlet, Emily Galusha, Jake Landgraf, Jeanne Latshaw, Jeff LaFranier, Joann Menzer, Keith Dobie Jr, Kelly Heikkila, Matthew Spence, and Peter.

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are joined by Matteo Volpi, the CEO of Volpi Outdoor Gear, the Mexico-based UL gear company.  We talk about what it's like to run a cottage gear company out of Mexico, a country without much of a long-distance backpacking culture.  We learn about what goes into starting and running a new business, how he designs the products he uses and sells, the challenges of managing a team, and much more.  We also talk about Matteo's hikes on the PCT and Colorado Trail and his love affair with backpacking in the US. We wrap the show with a brief overview (and hopefully some foreshadowing) of the UK's 230-mile Cape Wrath Trail, the Triple Crown of activities that aren't but feel like sports, and some further education on the subject of real people who exist that don't have internal monologues who are real people that really exist. Range Meal Bars: Use code “THETREK” for 20% off at rangemealbar.com. RTIC Outdoors: Shop at rticoutdoors.com. Gossamer Gear: Use code “TAKESHELTER20” for 20% off shelters at gossamergear.com. [divider] Interview with Matteo Volpi Matteo's Instagram Volpi Outdoor Gear Instagram Volpi Outdoor Gear Website Time stamps & Questions 00:03:39 - Support us on Patreon! 00:05:14 - Introducing Matteo  00:06:05 - How did you get your trail name? 00:09:05 - How did you first get introduced to thru-hiking? 00:09:58 - Tell us about Guadalajara 00:12:35 - Are there any long trails or public land in Mexico? 00:14:48 - Is there any sort of backpacking culture in Mexico? 00:16:40 - Discussion about gear access and outdoor retailers in Mexico 00:20:40 - What's the process for getting a visa for hiking the PCT 00:23:30 - What was it like starting at the Mexico-US border? 00:25:10 - Did you face any sort of racism or unpleasant behavior? 00:26:40 - Tell us about your early days on the PCT 00:30:28 - What are the top three non-obvious places to visit in Mexico? 00:37:00 - What highlights do you have from your first days of the PCT? 00:40:40 - When did you start your gear company? 00:42:11 - How did you get started with your gear? 00:45:13 - How do you make the packs? 00:48:24 - How do you source the fabrics? 00:55:40 - What led you to start your gear company? 00:57:11 - How hard is it to ship internationally? 00:59:00 - Tell us about hiking the Colorado Trail with your pack 01:00:03 - What are your favorite features of your backpack? 01:02:50 - How many miles do you typically do a day? 01:04:52 - How do you manage your time hiking, running a company, and going to school? 01:06:19 - What are you hoping to accomplish by going to college and studying GIS? 01:08:07 - How big is your team? 01:08:45 - What are your ambitions for the company in the future? 01:11:28 - What is the biggest, non-obvious challenge for your company? 01:14:52 - What advice would you give to yourself about starting a company? 01:16:07 - How do you approach taking risks? 01:18:03 - Rolf's celebrity question: what are your plans right now? 01:19:52 - Do you have a favorite section of the CT? 01:21:18 - Where can people keep up with you? SEGMENTS QOTD 1: What's the shelf life of leftover sushi? QOTD 2: Are mashed potatoes just Irish guacamole? Trek Propaganda Going Stoveless: The Pros and Cons of Cold Soaking by Diane Duffard The Cape Wrath Trail: The Wild, Wonderful, 230-Mile ‘AT of the UK' by Clay Bonnyman Evans Stupid Thing of the Week Triple Crown of things that aren't sports but feel like sports Mail Bag 5 Star Review [divider] Check out our sound guy @paulyboyshallcross. Leave us a voicemail! Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes (and please leave us a review)!  Find us on Spotify, Stitcher, and Google Play. Support us on Patreon to get bonus content. Advertise on Backpacker Radio Follow The Trek, Chaunce, Badger, and Trail Correspondents on Instagram. Follow Backpacker Radio, The Trek and Chaunce on YouTube. Follow Backpacker Radio on Tik Tok.  Our theme song is Walking Slow by Animal Years. A super big thank you to our Chuck Norris Award winner(s) from Patreon: Alex & Misty with Navigators Crafting, Andrew, Austen McDaniel, Austin Ford, Brad & Blair (Thirteen Adventures), Brent Stenberg, Christopher Marshburn, Coach from Marion Outdoors, Dayne, Derek Koch, DoGoodPantry, Eric Casper, Erik Hofmann, Greg McDaniel may he bring honor to his name, Liz Seger, Matt Soukup, Mike Poisel, Morgan Luke, Patrick Cianciolo, Sawyer Products, Timothy Hahn, and Tracy “Trigger” Fawns. A big thank you to our Cinnamon Connection Champions from Patreon: 12 Trees Farms, Dcnerdlet, Emily Galusha, Jake Landgraf, Jeanne Latshaw, Jeff LaFranier, Joann Menzer, Keith Dobie Jr, Kelly Heikkila, Matthew Spence, and Peter.

We hold The Trek in the highest esteem for its individual elements, and how they coalesce into a truly epic track. Our renowned guest, Kello Gonzalez, brings his own Carl Thompson rainbow bass(!) and helps us with the instrumentation and what makes this a latter-day classic. Check out the oft-cited Port Chester show here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jw4PYdlTD2gKello on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KelloGonzalezhttps://www.instagram.com/kellogc/https://www.patreon.com/primustrackshttps://www.instagram.com/primustrackshttps://www.twitter.com/primustracksprimustrackspod@gmail.com

Guess what y'all? This is the 20th episode of Girl Gotta Hike the Podcast, whoop – whoop! It seems like with every new episode and every new interview, this podcast actually inspires me to want to get outside and adventure more, and I hope that it's been doing the same for you! On this landmark episode, I go for a day hike in Denver with long-distance backpacker, author, fellow podcaster, and fellow New York State native, Juliana Chauncey, trail name, Chaunce. Many of you may recognize Juliana's voice as the co-host of Backpacker Radio, the crème-de-la-crème of backpacking podcasts. Juliana's been hosting BPR alongside my long-time trail buddy, Zack “Badger” Davis, ever since its inception, 4 years ago. But she's been a part of the greater theTrek.co family for even longer, when, in 2017, she became the popular backpacking website's first vlogging contributor during her Pacific Crest Trail thru-hike.  Post PCT, Juliana's gone on to traverse the Appalachian Trail, the Colorado Trail, and the John Muir Trail, among others, and has kept herself busy in non-hiking-seasons by editing videos, writing a guidebook, raising Harper, (her cutie-pie Australian Shepherd), and oh yeah, keeping down a 9 to 5.  Throughout the episode, we talk about how she got interested in the outdoors to begin with, what brought her to Denver, how she wrote her book, “Hiking From Home: A Long Distance Hiking Guide for Family and Friends,” at a Starbucks in just one month, and a new podcast project she's got coming our way, which, let me tell you, sounds like it's going to be nothing short of  amazing! Useful links:Gossamer Gear Discount — use code “GIRLGOTTAHIKEGOSSAMER” for 15% off your first purchase at GossamerGear.comLink here to check out GG's Vagabond Jet Backpack @juliana_chauncey on Instagram@juliana_chauncey on TikTokHiking From Home: A Long Distance Hiking Guide for Family and Friends on AmazonBackpacker RadiotheTrek.coWilliam F. Hayden Park on Green Mountain, Lakewood, CO

What does one eat on a backpacking trip?  It may seem like a simple question with an equally simple answer.  But dig a bit beneath the surface and, you'll quickly learn there's more nuance than you might originally think.  Not only do we get a taste of what goes into a day's menu for our hiker trash, but we also learn how their tastes have evolved while on trail, the much-anticipated Hiker Hunger- the point at which a trekker's stomach evolves into a bottomless pit, and general advice for how they go about thinking about their diets overall.  Check out Appalachian Trials and Pacific Crest Trials. In today's episode we hear from: Jeff "Link" Podmayer Juli "M8" Wolter Laura Waltrous Natalie "Ibex" Parker Monica "Moss" Aguilar Henri "Rooster" de la Vega [divider] Have any praise, questions, praise, comments, praise, or praise for Trail Correspondents? Reach out to podcast@thetrek.co. Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes (and please leave us a review)! Download this episode here. Find us on Stitcher and Google Play. INSTAGRAM: Follow Trail Correspondents, The Trek, and Badger. YOUTUBE: Subscribe to The Trek. FACEBOOK: Follow Trail Correspondents and The Trek. < sign up for our newsletter > Editing and music courtesy of David Zitney. Follow him on Instagram @dzitneyaudio. Give us feedback on Trail Correspondents here.

Hey. How are you doing these days? Did you hear that the Appalachian Trail is kinda closed? We figured if the AT is closed, we'll talk about other stuff right now. Plus we heard that Quarantine Podcasts are so hot right now, so we thought we'd jump on the bandwagon. We know this is a short episode, but we have at least one more coming out later this week. Stay safe and wash your damn hands!

Recorded January 16th, the 4th in our series "Long Distance Prep School". This week we barely scrape the surface of the infinitely deep topic: Gear. Featuring tips and tricks by Mark Calcagni (Laughing Totem) and Judy Heartfire Gross of LightHeart Gear. TheTrek 2018 Gear of the Year Lightheart Gear Join our community AND support the show! Where's the Next Shelter? Appalachian Trials Stories From The Trail on Facebook Stories From the Trail on Instagram Stories From the Trail on Discord

Here it is…the final chapter in our 2016 Trail Days Interviews series. This time we have a quick discussion with Asiago about just how difficult it can be to get to Erie, PA. We talk about how disappointing “short cuts” are sometimes. Unfortunately, it was a short interview. So we dug deep into the Pox & Puss hard drives and wound up coming back with something even OLDER than these 2016 interviews. This segment was originally buried because the experience was too fresh and depressing. At the end of this episode we finally share our recounting of the 2013 Thru-Hiker Parade Tragedy. A big thank you to our sponsor for these past six episodes, HealthIQ. Find all of our back episodes at TheTrek.co Spotify iTunes Stitcher Google Play Podcasts PlayerFM Some of our stuff is on SoundCloud 

What questions would you have if you were about to go on your first ever overnight backpacking trip in the woods? Join Green Giant and Voldemort in the studio with Daniel Pitts, mailman, juggler, balloon animal maker. Daniel has done lots of interesting things, but he still hasn't slept in a tent. He'll ask us what to expect and we'll help him (and you!) plan that first overnight hike.  This special episode is the first in a series. Over the next few weeks we'll go on location to get geared up, and then take that gear out and put it (and Daniel) to the test!

Join Megan and me for a conversation with Scott Herriott. Scott, whose trail name is Squatch, is an outdoorsman, comedian, documentarian and noted Bigfoot enthusiast. Scott does an amazing job of describing a personal encounter while also remaining open to poking fun at some of the sillier aspects unique to the Bigfoot hunter subculture. He does this in a respectably skeptical way which entertains true believers and nay-sayers alike, and we are lucky to have him join us today.    Links mentioned in this episode:    SquatchFilms.com The BigFoot Show on iTunes Disney World Inside Out on YouTube Old Pictures of Elephants The Bibbulmun Track Stories from the Trail Facebook Page    

In Part 2 of our Pilot, we continue our conversation with Zach Davis of TheTrek.co and bring in our good friend Mark Calcagni. Among other things, Mark is a pro wildlife photographer. We'll talk about what really goes into getting great shots on a hike, reminisce about The Foothills Trail and more. In this episode, no one gets eaten by a lion.   Links mentioned in this episode: Laughing Totem Photography Rapt Journal The Foothills Trail Here's what a Pluton looks like   Stories from the Trail is a production of TheTrek.co with music by Lee Rosevere.

Zach Davis didn't hike a long-distance trail until 2011, yet he was intuitively aware of the need to prepare himself mentally for the hike. Establishing his "why" allowed him to be ready for the problems that he would inevitably encounter on the trail. The fact that he contracted West Nile Disease and carried it until the end of the trail is further testimony to his desire to fulfill his goal. When Zach returned from the AT, he wrote his best-selling book, Appalachian Trials to assist other hikers in the hiker mindset. He was already a prolific blogger, but used his website to, first, sell more books and, second, to turn his hiking influence into a business. Zach's commonsense approach to hiking resonates with Steve in their conversation. You can find Zach at any of these places. The Trek: https://thetrek.co Zach's Instagram: http://instagram/zrdavis/ The Trek Newsletter: http://bit.ly/TheTrekNewsletter The Trek on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theTrek.co/ The Trek on Twitter: http://twitter.com/thetrek_ The Trek on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetrek.co/ Zach's Amazon Author page: https://www.amazon.com/Zach-Davis  With Trailtopia stepping up to support both this show and Bruce Matson's show, Returning to Katahdin: An Appalachian Trail Dream, I had a chat with Vince Robichaud about his love of both the outdoors and good food–a winning combination.