Best Jennie Thwing Flaming Podcasts (2024)

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Traveler Stories - An Arctic Expedition through the Northwest Passage with Jay Flaming 1:08:20

2h ago1:08:20

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode (if you want me to contact you, please include your email) Jay takes a turn in the interviewee seat to share about his experience working as an archaeologist/polar bear guard/zodiac and kayak wrangler/story teller/luggage schlepper on board a polar ice breaker in August 2024 for an expedition cru…

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Best November Hikes in Washington State 23:40

2d ago23:40

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig discuss the unique parts of November hiking in Washington and share some of their favorites. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Leave Jennie and Craig a voice memo to answer in a future epis…

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US Presidents who have visited Alaska 8:09

1d ago8:09

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode (if you want me to contact you, please include your email) Jennie and Jay answer an easy question and then discuss the US Presidents who have visited Alaska while in office (it’s a short list!). Support us on Patreon for access to the full episode Follow Jennie on Instagram Music credits: Largo M…

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How to Day trip to Lake Clark National Park from Anchorage 39:42

7d ago39:42

39:42

Text us your questions to answer on a future episode (if you want me to contact you, please include your email) Support us on Patreon as a free or paid subscriber Rust’s Flying Service Jennie’s article about day tripping to Lake Clark National Park from Anchorage Jennie’s article about what to pack for Alaska Book a trip planning session with Jenni…

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Spooky Hikes in Washington State 25:33

15d ago25:33

25:33

Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig talk about hikes to take in Washington if you want to freak yourself out - from haunted ghost towns to creepy dark forests and weird giant boulders. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Leave …

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Hiking and Eating in Palmer with Kierre Childers 31:04

15d ago31:04

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode (if you want me to contact you, please include your email) Kierre Childers joins Jennie to share the joys of the small town of Palmer, near Anchorage but a world away from busy visitor areas - with great food, great hiking, great people and lots of year round fun. Support us on Patreon as a free …

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3 Fall hiking oriented weekend getaways in Washington 8:40

14d ago8:40

8:40

Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie shares her three favorite places in Washington for a hiking oriented fall weekend getaways to take before the snow flies. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Leave Jennie and Craig a voice memo to answ…

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5 Popular Hikes in Washington’s Cascades that are worth a vacation day 10:30

21d ago10:30

10:30

Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie shares five hikes that are extremely popular and crowded but totally deserve your vacation days for a crowd free experience. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Leave Jennie and Craig a voice memo to a…

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4 Takeaways from the Alaska 2024 Summer Season 18:25

21d ago18:25

18:25

Text us your questions to answer on a future episode (if you want me to contact you, please include your email) Jennie shares her four takeaways from working as a Tour Director in Alaska in the 2024 season as well as a preview of episodes coming for the rest of 2024 and 2025. Support us on Patreon as a free or paid subscriber Book a trip planning s…

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How to avoid needing a rescue on the trail, and how to improve your odds if you do need help 50:00

1M ago50:00

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Search and Rescue expert Jay Flaming (Jennie’s husband) comes on the podcast to talk about simple steps to reduce your chances of getting in trouble while hiking as well as how to improve your chances of a successful rescue if you do need help. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a t…

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Alaska Family adventure by road trip and cruise with the Taylor Family - Traveler Stories Series 1:05:00

28d ago1:05:00

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode (if you want me to contact you, please include your email) Rob Taylor of the 2TravelDads podcast joins Jennie to share about his experience on a small ship cruise and road trip with his husband and elementary and middle school aged sons. Support us on Patreon as a free or paid subscriber Rob’s we…

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Larch hikes that aren’t super hard 8:32

1M ago8:32

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie shares her four favorite larch hikes in Washington that aren’t as steep or as long as some of the most famous ones. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Leave Jennie and Craig a voice memo to answer in …

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Will the Northern Lights really be better in the winter of 2024-2025? 6:19

1M ago6:19

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode (if you want me to contact you, please include your email) Jennie and Jay answer a question about the value of Aurora tours and then discuss if it’s true that the Northern Lights will be better in 2024 and 2025. Support us on Patreon for access to the full episode Follow Jennie on Instagram Music…

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The Best Fall Hikes in Washington State 28:00

1M ago28:00

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig talk about their favorite hikes in Washington State for seeing larches, alpine berry bushes in all colors, vine maples as well as aspens and birches in Eastern Washington. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or co…

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Things to do in Anchorage during winter with Tia Froehle 39:54

1M ago39:54

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode (if you want me to contact you, please include your email) Lifelong Anchorage resident Tia Froehle joins Jennie to share her favorite things to do in Anchorage in the winter. Support us on Patreon as a free or paid subscriber Shop all our Alaska Travel planners and premade itineraries Visit Ancho…

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Best hikes in North Cascades National Park 22:57

2M ago22:57

22:57

Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig discuss their favorite hikes in the North Cascades, including North Cascades National Park and the surrounding National Recreation Areas Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Leave Jennie and C…

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Things to know before booking a shoulder season Alaska cruise 18:50

2M ago18:50

18:50

Text us your questions to answer on a future episode (if you want me to contact you, please include your email) Jennie shares things to consider - the good and bad, before booking an Alaska cruise in May, September or October. Support us on Patreon as a free or paid subscriber Shop all our Alaska Travel planners and premade itineraries Book a trip …

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Growing up off grid in Alaska with Tristan Berkey 40:44

2M ago40:44

40:44

Text us your questions to answer on a future episode (if you want me to contact you, please include your email) Jennie is joined by her friend Tristan Berkey, a born and raised Alaskan and current Juneau resident. Tristan shares about growing up off grid, living on a sailboat in high school, what it’s like to move from Ketchikan to Fairbanks and he…

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Getting Started with Trail Running 36:42

2M ago36:42

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie interviews Craig about his advice for hikers or runners who want to get started with trail running, including why he loves it, suggestions for beginners and what to bring with you on your first trail run. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content co…

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Hikes that are not the Enchantments, but just as awesome 22:10

2M ago22:10

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode No Enchantments permit? No problem! Jennie and Craig discuss the many wonderful hikes with similar stunning scenery but without the crowds and red tape. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Leave Jennie and Cr…

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What’s a Three Generation Family Alaska Cruise like in 2024? 14:07

2M ago14:07

14:07

Text us your questions to answer on a future episode (if you want me to contact you, please include your email) Jennie and Jay answer a question from the mailbag and discuss their recent family Alaska cruise with other family members as well as discussion of the recent Arctic heat wave. Support us on Patreon for access to the full episode Follow Je…

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Cruising with Kids from Babies to Teens to Young Adults with Janelle Martin 45:09

3M ago45:09

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode (if you want me to contact you, please include your email) Jennie’s long time friend Janelle joins the podcast to share about her experiences cruising in Alaska (and elsewhere) with her three kids from babies to young adults. Support us on Patreon as a free or paid subscriber Shop all our Alaska …

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Visiting Hurricane Ridge on Transit after the lodge fire 11:13

3M ago11:13

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie shares about her recent experience taking the Clallam Transit shuttle from downtown Port Angeles to Hurricane Ridge, as well as what to expect at Hurricane Ridge after the fire and without the day lodge. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content com…

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The Best Summer View Hikes in Olympic National Park 15:28

3M ago15:28

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig discuss their favorite big view hikes for summer in Olympic National Park. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Leave Jennie and Craig a voice memo to answer in a future episode! Get on Jennie…

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Exploring the road less traveled in Homer with Mina Gherman and Silas Firth 51:48

3M ago51:48

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode (if you want me to contact you, please include your email) Mina and Silas, who were both raised in Homer and wrote Homer’s visitor guide, join Jennie to share their favorite things to do in and around Homer Support us on Patreon as a free or paid subscriber Shop all our Alaska Travel planners and…

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The Best Super Hard Core Hikes in Washington 25:32

3M ago25:32

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Looking for a challenge? Craig and Jennie talk about the best super hard hikes in Washington that are worth the effort. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Leave Jennie and Craig a voice memo to answer in a f…

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Rental Cars in Alaska - How to choose the best option for you 25:23

3M ago25:23

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode (if you want me to contact you, please include your email) Jennie shares your rental car options in Alaska - national chain rental cars, Turo and Alaska car rental companies, the pros and cons of each and how to decide which type of rental car is right for your visit. Support us on Patreon as a f…

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Mellow Big Payoff Summer Hikes in Washington State 10:47

3M ago10:47

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie shares her favorite hikes with big payoffs (views, wildflowers, cold water) without too much sweating and climbing, perfect for a mellow day in midsummer. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Leave Jenn…

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Are the bugs in Alaska really that bad? (Teaser for subscriber episode) 14:56

3M ago14:56

14:56

Text us your questions to answer on a future episode (if you want me to contact you, please include your email) Jennie and Jay answer a question and then discuss mosquitos in Alaska - how bad are they and what can you really do to avoid them that actually works? We also discuss the recent Riley Fire in Denali and how to deal with potential wildfire…

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Exploring Seward with Danny Meuninck and Andrew Smith from the Last Frontier Podcast 1:17:44

4M ago1:17:44

1:17:44

Text us your questions to answer on a future episode (if you want me to contact you, please include your email) Kayak guides and hosts of the Last Frontier Podcast, Danny Meuninck and Andrew Smith, join Jennie and Jay to share all about Seward and the many adventures for visitors there. Support Alaska Uncovered on Patreon Get Jay’s unique Alaska 20…

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The Best Mt Rainier Hikes to do WITHOUT a timed entry permit 18:27

4M ago18:27

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode No timed entry permit? No problem! Jennie and Craig discuss their favorite hikes in Mt Rainier National Park that do not require a timed entry permit in 2024. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Leave Jennie …

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Alaska Cruise Ports on your own with Jennifer Black 52:25

4M ago52:25

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode (if you want me to contact you, please include your email) Jennifer, a veteran of the Alaska cruise industry and Jennie talk about their favorite things to do on your own in each Alaska cruise port. Support us on Patreon as a free or paid subscriber Get Jay’s unique Alaska 2024 stickers Take my f…

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The Best Mt Rainier Hikes to do with your Timed Entry Permit 12:33

4M ago12:33

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig discuss their favorite hikes in Mt Rainier National Park that require a timed entry permit this summer that are worth the effort of getting one. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Leave Jenn…

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Exploring Ketchikan through photography from a local’s perspective with Adam Minshall 29:56

4M ago29:56

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode (if you want me to contact you, please include your email) Lifelong Ketchikanite and photographer Adam Minshall joins Jennie to share his favorite things to do and places to go in Ketchikan along with photography tips for Alaska travelers. Support us on Patreon as a free or paid subscriber Get Ja…

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Uncrowded Alternatives to Busy Hikes near Seattle 16:29

4M ago16:29

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig discuss alternatives to the most crowded hikes in the Greater Seattle Area - thanks to listener Laura for the inspiration for this episode! Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Leave Jennie an…

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Exploring Eklutna near Anchorage with Teal and Russ from BlueWater BaseCamp 37:36

4M ago37:36

37:36

Text us your questions to answer on a future episode (if you want me to contact you, please include your email) Teal and Russ from BlueWater BaseCamp join Jennie to share about bringing their dream of building an independent, luxurious adventure base to life near Eklutna Lake and how they built it from the ground up. Support us on Patreon Get Jay’s…

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Best Summer Hikes in Washington State 40:50

4M ago40:50

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig discuss their favorite hikes for the peak of summer in Washington - beyond the ones you’ve heard a million times before with wildflowers and views Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Leave Je…

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How to Avoid Crowds on your trip to Alaska (Teaser for Subscriber Episode) 15:39

5M ago15:39

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode (if you want me to contact you, please include your email) Jennie and Jay answer two mailbag questions and discuss how to avoid crowds on your trip to Alaska - including places to add to your itinerary that aren’t crowded as well as how to avoid crowds in places that are crowded such as Denali Na…

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What we have in our Packs for Summer Hikes 56:01

5M ago56:01

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig discuss the 10 essentials and the things they each carry in their packs for day hikes in summer, along with some extras they consider essential. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Leave Jenn…

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Behind the Scenes at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport 52:03

5M ago52:03

52:03

Text us your questions to answer on a future episode (if you want me to contact you, please include your email) Ruth Rosewarne Kimerer from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport joins Jennie to talk about aviation in Alaska as well as navigating arriving and departing in Anchorage. Support us on Patreon as a free or paid subscriber Shop all o…

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Hiking in Eastern Washington’s Kettle Range 17:57

5M ago17:57

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig discuss hikes in the remote Kettle Range of Northeastern Washington and Craig shares some of his favorite hikes for views and solitude in the Kettles. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Leav…

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The best restaurants and food in Anchorage with Sourdough Dan Morris 32:39

5M ago32:39

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode (if you want me to contact you, please include your email) Sourdough Dan Morris of Alaskan Sites and Bites joins Jennie to talk about his favorite food and restaurants in the Anchorage area. Support us on Patreon as a free or paid subscriber Shop all Jennie’s Alaska Travel planners and premade it…

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How to get started hiking by yourself 16:13

5M ago16:13

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie shares why she frequently hikes solo and her tips for other hikers (especially women) interested in getting started with hiking alone. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Garmin inReach mini 2 (this is…

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Best hikes for June in Washington State 28:20

5M ago28:20

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig discuss their favorite hikes during the month of June, that tricky month that is mostly summer but not quite summer yet - especially in the high alpine with surprise summer snow. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no accoun…

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The best things to do in Fairbanks in Summer with Kasey Gillam 38:38

5M ago38:38

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode (if you want me to contact you, please include your email) Born and raised Fairbanksan Kasey Gillam joins Jennie to share all about her favorite things to do in Fairbanks in summer. Support us on Patreon as a free or paid subscriber Shop all our Alaska Travel planners and premade itineraries Book…

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AI Hallucinations and Forum Fiction in Alaska Travel (Teaser for Subscriber episode) 13:20

6M ago13:20

13:20

Text us your questions to answer on a future episode (if you want me to contact you, please include your email) Jennie and Jay answer two mailbag questions, talk about two Alaska news topics and dissect AI Alaska Travel advice along with advice from internet forums. Support us on Patreon for access to the full episode What to pack for Alaska Follow…

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What to say (and not) to other hikers on the trail 43:43

6M ago43:43

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig discuss interacting with other hikers on the trail - what to say, what not to say with help and suggestions from other hikers (thank you!). Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Leave Jennie an…

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Taking Trailhead Direct to Popular Trailheads with Ryan Miller from King County Metro 35:55

6M ago35:55

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Ryan Miller from King County Metro joins Jennie to talk about the Trailhead Direct bus service to popular trailheads in King County as well as other metro routes to trails year round - skipping driving, parking hassles and parking passes. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to …

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Fishing the Kenai with Dallas Voss 1:07:41

6M ago1:07:41

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode (if you want me to contact you, please include your email) Jennie is joined by Dallas Voss, a fishing guide on the Kenai River where she grew up. We talk about fishing the river, how to make sure you have a great fishing experience in Alaska as well as being a kid and raising kids in Kenai. Suppo…

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Hiking off the beaten path in the Trapper Creek Wilderness in the South Cascades 16:12

6M ago16:12

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig discuss favorite hikes in the less frequently hiked Trapper Creek Wilderness in the South Cascades Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Leave Jennie and Craig a voice memo to answer in a futur…

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