Tag: Thru-Hiking

147 Our Bucket List Hikes

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On this episode we share our bucket list hikes. During a time where our outdoor lands are closing their boundaries - and we are finding it regulated to stay indoors. We dream instead of being outdoors. This lead to an in depth discussion of where we would rather be. We list our top Bucket List...

146 The Trail Is Closed

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On this episode we will give some updates on how the hiking and backpacking community is being asked NOT to be on our National Scenic Trails and what information you need to have as resources. We also share a Public Service Announcement that the Podcast Association has asked us to share via the...

145 What We Know Won’t Kill Us

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On this Episode we lighten the conversation on a very real and impactful situation our nation is facing.   As we are being quarantined indoors, we take a look at getting back outdoors into the environment we know so much about. Would backpackpackers know best in the midst of a crisis? We...

144 Common Sense Prevails

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On this Episode we discuss the overestimation of physical ability to the difficulties of the trail. Blindsided by our desires for reward and need to partake in the novelty, a new culture of backpacking has developed in taking the preparations out of the mix. Is social media making backpacking...

143 Life After The First 40 Miles

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On this Episode we bring back the inspiring voices of Heather and Josh Legler with a look into what life has been like for them after wrapping up production of their Podcast The First 40 Miles.  They share this new season of their current lives, the struggles they are currently facing and how...

142 Don’t Get Stuck In The Muck

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This is not a drill. On this Episode we call attention to all aspiring thru-hikers.  Don't watch the adventure, be the adventure. Your someday is today. We give you 5 tips on how not to get stuck in the muck and go live your dream.  Backpacking season is right around the corner and it's time to...

141 The Ugly Side Effect

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On this Episode we discuss the Associated Press about Hikers Behaving Badly on the Appalachian Trail. Are the concerns about the Appalachian Trail becoming a party atmosphere a reality or just perspective of a few loud voices? Is the Appalachian Trail becoming the Entitlement Trail and are hikers...

140 The Life of an Outdoor Guide

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What's it like guiding outdoor adventures? We discuss the pros and cons, the ups and downs, and ultimately what it takes to create the experience. As always, we throw in a bit of humor, sharing some highlighted failures when things don't exactly go as planned...and yes of course there have been...

139 The Winds of Change

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On this episode we ask the question, how do you deal with change on the trail? Or in life for that matter? And is there a commonality with those who successfully Thru Hike a long distance trail with those who have the ability to handle change? We also talk about getting ready to head into the...