Best Jennie Thwing Flaming Podcasts (2024)

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Olympic National Park without a car with Olympic Hiking Company 39:21

2h ago39:21

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Lifelong Olympic Peninsula resident Tommy Farris, founder of Olympic Hiking Company, joins Jennie to talk about year round shuttles available to get around Olympic National Park and how to connect those with transit to Seattle and Victoria BC. We also talk about guided hikes and snowshoe trips an…

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Amazing Bear viewing options that are not Katmai and Brooks Falls with Rust’s Flying Service 45:04

2h ago45:04

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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) Cole Chambers from Rust’s Flying Service joins Jennie to talk about three fly in bear viewing options that are not at Brooks Falls, but just as amazing and maybe better. Of course we talk about Katmai and Brooks Falls a bit too. Book here…

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How to choose the best Alaska cruise for your family with Valerie Stimac Bailey - Traveler Stories Series 45:21

1d ago45:21

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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) Fellow long time Alaska travel expert Valerie joins Jennie to share about bringing her baby to Alaska for the first time and how she decided on her cruise. Though Valerie grew up in Alaska and is an Alaska travel expert, this was her firs…

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Best snowshoeing hikes near Seattle 19:02

1d ago19:02

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie shares her favorite snowshoeing hikes near Seattle with some important updates to snowshoeing access at Snoqualmie Pass for 2024-25 Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Jennie's Seattle Seasonal Hiking …

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Lessons learned from 1 Star Alaska Reviews 8:00

6d ago8:00

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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) Jennie and Jay answer a listener question and then have a laugh over some ridiculous one star reviews of Alaska’s most popular places and are surprised to learn some valuable lessons for visiting along the way Support us on Patreon for ac…

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Hikes to do with or without out of town visitors during the holiday season 25:54

7d ago25:54

25:54

Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig discuss their favorite hikes around Washington State to take visitors on during the holiday season and the ones they go back to again and again this time of year. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the show going! (no account or commitment needed) Get …

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Awesome woman owned Alaska tour businesses 52:03

2d ago52:03

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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 Alaskan entrepreneurs Mandy Garcia, Stephanie Millane and Kierre Childers to talk about being a woman owner of a small Alaska tour business from how they got to Alaska to how they became entrepreneurs to a bit about th…

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Ode to the Commode - All about the outhouses and pit toilets of Washington 39:28

19d ago39:28

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Did you know that Craig spent several summers as a forest service ranger which involved a lot of cleaning toilets? Learn all about the inner workings of the backcountry toilet and how you can make rangers lives better. Jennie and Craig talk about backcountry toilets, pit toilets and outhouses inc…

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Cruising Glaciers in Prince William Sound on the 26 Glacier Cruise 55:42

7d ago55:42

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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) Scott and Tom from Phillips Cruises & Tours join Jennie to talk about getting your fill of glaciers - if that’s possible - on a day trip out of Whittier on the 26 Glacier cruise. A personal favorite of Jennie’s! Support us on Patreon as a…

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What we have in our packs for fall and winter hiking 15:36

7d ago15:36

15:36

Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig share what they each carry in their packs in fall and winter to stay safe, warm and dry. 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!…

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

1M ago1:08:20

1:08:20

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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US Presidents who have visited Alaska 8:09

1M 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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Best November Hikes in Washington State 23:40

15d ago23:40

23:40

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

1M 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 Book here for 10% off any Rust’s flight (use code alaskauncovered) Book here for 10% any K2 Aviation Denali flightseeing tour (use code alaskauncovered) Rust’s Flying Service Jennie’s art…

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Spooky Hikes in Washington State 25:33

2M ago25:33

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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

2M 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

29d ago8:40

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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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4 Takeaways from the Alaska 2024 Summer Season 18:25

1M ago18:25

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

2M ago10:30

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

2M 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

1M 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

3M 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

2M ago6:19

6:19

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

3M 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

3M 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

3M ago22:57

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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

3M ago18:50

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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 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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Getting Started with Trail Running 36:42

3M 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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Growing up off grid in Alaska with Tristan Berkey 40:44

3M ago40:44

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

4M 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

4M ago14:07

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

4M 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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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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The Best Summer View Hikes in Olympic National Park 15:28

4M 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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Rental Cars in Alaska - How to choose the best option for you 25:23

4M 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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The Best Super Hard Core Hikes in Washington 25:32

4M 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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Mellow Big Payoff Summer Hikes in Washington State 10:47

4M 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

4M 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

5M ago1:17:44

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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) 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

5M 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

5M 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

5M 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

5M 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

5M ago37:36

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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) 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

5M 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

6M ago15:39

15:39

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

6M 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

6M ago52:03

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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) 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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