Hiking – Trust The Trail Podcast

208 The Full Force Of Nature – Bear Attacks

Posted on April 21, 2022April 20, 2022 by nocmanus

On this episode we discuss why are Bear Attacks and Bear Encounters on the rise? What should you do if you see a Grizzly Bear on the trail? Or a Black Bear for that matter? What does it mean to be "Bear Aware"? And why do people go nuts when they see a Bear? And finally, What's up with ALL this...

205 Overcrowding Equals Search and Rescue? 2021 Was Brutal

Posted on February 17, 2022February 16, 2022 by nocmanus

On episode 205 We discuss the brutal statistics from the National Park Service about Overcrowding and Search and Rescue in 2021. On our weekly LIVE Audio Show, we have a conversation with our Listeners about why National Parks experienced a record Search and Rescue year. Is this why Backcountry...

202 A Conversation with Derek and Carl

Posted on January 13, 2022December 29, 2021 by nocmanus

On this episode we get a chance to sit down once again with Derek and Carl and chat about all things backpacking. Kind of. We chat about the worse trail experience, worse food experience, and how one of us should not be peeing in the campfire. Plus, Scott gives out a special invite to both Carl...

200 The Long Long Trail Anniversary Edition

Posted on December 16, 2021December 14, 2021 by nocmanus

On our 200th episode we look at back at 5 years of podcasting with Trust The Trail. We share some behind the scenes, never before told stories as well as some of our highlighted successes and failures from many of our trips. Then we turn the tables back to those of YOU whom inspired us in ways...

Our 2022 Backpacking Pack & Shelter Gear Guide

Posted on November 29, 2021November 29, 2021 by nocmanus

This last year (2021) we have traveled across the Country in some pretty remote areas. From Mountains of Montana, to the deserts of Arizona. 2021 was mostly in the High Desert with little to no humidity and not a lot of water. So our gear choices really reflect the environment that we hike in the...

198 Are Trail Ratings Dependable

Posted on November 18, 2021December 1, 2021 by nocmanus

On this episode we get back to some basics in talking about trail ratings. Is there a need for a consistent rating system, with so many new backpackers exploring different terrain? What constitutes difficult? Are ratings entirely based on calculation alone? And should they be? Is it sufficient...

196 Are You Bear Aware?

Posted on September 2, 2021September 1, 2021 by nocmanus

On this episode we discuss Bears in the backcountry. Is practicing Leave No Trace Principles enough, where there is no room for error? We share 3 tips in how to keep bears out of your campsite. We also recap our Yellowstone Meet & Greet and share the highlights of our backpacking trip. How...

LIVE From Yellowstone! Backpacking Trails and Tips

Posted on August 19, 2021August 18, 2021 by nocmanus

We come to you LIVE from Yellowstone National Park in Lamar Valley and some of the best backpacking around. On this episode we offer tips on what you need to know when coming out to hit the trail. Do you really need Bear Spray? What is the truth about the Wildlife and what resources are offered in...

193 The Backcountry Ripple Effect

Posted on July 22, 2021July 22, 2021 by nocmanus

The second part of a two part series on the saturation of our trails by novice hikers. We discussed in our last episode what new hikers are experiencing and how this increased saturation is causing a deeper ripple effect. Are their solutions that can be done to support the increase interest and...

192 Rise Of The Recreational Rookie

Posted on July 8, 2021July 9, 2021 by nocmanus

On this episode we debate the rise on the novice hiker and how it's shaping our outdoor recreation. With little room for error in life altering scenarios, where does experience benefit the average hiker. This is a two-part series on the increase in interest in the outdoors and the impacts of these...