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1 An Introduction to Hiking with Philip Werner 37:10
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Philip Werner comes on the show to discuss his new book, "Hiking over 60: A modern guide to Hiking Gear and Techniques for Active Adults". Philip's website SectionHiker.com has been sharing gear and trail advice for almost two decades. It's a great resource whether you are new to hiking or at the intermediate or expert level. This episode is a great introduction for those new to hiking and we talk about how this new book is meant for both those new to hiking and those who are reintroducing themselves to the hiking world after some time away. We cover topics - Finding Local Trail Systems - Essential Gear and Being Safe - Hiking over 60 considerations - Leave No Trace - Some of Philip's hikes in the White Mountains and beyond Buy the book (Amazon) Hike Giveaway Alert Enter the Hike Celebrates 250k Giveaway here (open through 5/9/25) 5 Random winners will be chosen to receive either a Sticker, Yeti Tumbler, Button or Hat Stay tuned for how you can purchase your own Hike merchandise or send me an email/DM to inquire Support the show Connect with Hike: Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer Facebook: @thehikepodcast Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com…
Lori gives an update on her Shenandoah 500 progress after officially making it halfway through the challenge. She chats about: Winter hiking and favorite trails for the winter season, getting acclimated to elevation after life as a flatlander, navigating water crossings and blowdowns, memorable moments on trail Some of the trail links: https://www.nps.gov/thingstodo/blackrock-summit.htm https://www.nps.gov/thingstodo/hawksbill-summit.htm https://www.nps.gov/thingstodo/hawksbill-summit.htm https://www.nps.gov/thingstodo/dark-hollow-falls.htm https://www.nps.gov/thingstodo/lower-whiteoak-falls.htm https://www.hikingupward.com/SNP/BrownMountain/images/Map.pdf https://www.nps.gov/shen/planyourvisit/upload/SHEN_BCTrip-Big_Run_Loop_and_Big_Run_Portal_B008-508.pdf PATC Store: https://potomactrailclub.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/potomactrailclub/giftstore.jsp Music Credit: https://thornandshout.bandcamp.com/album/thorn-shout Support the show Connect with Hike: Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer Facebook: @thehikepodcast Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com…
Vegas comes on to chat about his 2023 thru hike of the Appalachian Trail and how those experiences shaped his current life as guide and started his quest for completing the triple crown in long distance hiking. We talk about trail magic, tramily life, gear, and a lot of lessons learned. We touch on other long distance hikes and thru hikes - including his Sheltowee Trace completion and international hike of the West Highland Way in Scotland. Vegas also shares his prep for tackling the PCT this year and what he's looking forward to as part of his trek. Go give Vegas a follow: Instagram YouTube Support the show Connect with Hike: Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer Facebook: @thehikepodcast Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com…
Jessica Cocciolone is the Executive Director of the Shenandoah National Park Trust. She has helped nonprofits raise millions of dollars and establish sustainable organizations. Jessica comes on Hike to share some of the projects that the Shenandoah National Park Trust help fund for Shenandoah National Park. SNP Trust projects are wide reaching and touch on every aspect of the park operations and visitor experience. Whether it's supporting the clearing of overlooks or a scientist in residence who is performing archaeological digs, they are behind many of the programs that make an everyday difference. Find out more: www.snptrust.org YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SNPTrust Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/snptrust/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/snptrust Support the show Connect with Hike: Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer Facebook: @thehikepodcast Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com…
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1 Strider's International Appalachian Trail Thru Hike and C2C Completion 1:02:22
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Strider comes back on Hike to discuss completing his 2024 thru hike on the International Appalachian Trail (IAT). He started on the Pinhoti Trail and went all the way up to the tip of Newfoundland, though his hike was not always linear. We learn more about that in this interview, including how this hike led to his completion of the C2C (Coast to Coast) trail. We chat about some of the logistics of hiking across the Northern border including: border crossings, hitching a ride, camp sites, hiking during hunting season and resupplies. Connect with Strider: stridernct@gmail.com Facebook - StriderC2C Listen to our previous episode about the North Country Trail (2020) Support the show Connect with Hike: Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer Facebook: @thehikepodcast Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com…
Brian of Keep Virginia Cozy comes back on the podcast to share updates on what's they've been up to, including corporate & community cleanups and being able to clean up 1,000,000 pounds of trash thus far. We also talk about trail! We cover hiking trails in Shenandoah National Park, The Great Outdoors Challenge in Scotland, Trans-Catalina Trail, and the Wonderland Trail. Connect with Keep Virginia Cozy: Instagram: @keepvirginiacozy Facebook: Keep Virginia Cozy Website: Keep Virginia Cozy Check out our 2021 episode here Music clip credit: "Whiskey on the Mississippi" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Support the show Connect with Hike: Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer Facebook: @thehikepodcast Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com…
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1 Lauralee Bliss on A.T. Thru-hiking, Ridgerunning and Finding Inspiration on the Trail 37:31
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Best selling Author and Long Distance Hiker, Lauralee Bliss, comes on the show to talk about her experiences in the outdoors. She is a 2x AT Thru-hiker and is currently working on her 3rd hike of the Appalachian Trail as a section hike. With over 10,000 miles of hiking, she has many experiences to share with listeners about her time in the outdoors. We also talk about the founding of the Shenandoah 500 challenge and some of her favorite parts and moments in Shenandoah National Park. Lauralee has written 2 books on hiking and is currently working on a memoir about her time as an Appalachian Trail Ridgerunner. She spent 6 years working as a ridgerunner in both Maryland and Virginia, assisting hikers and helping promote leave no trace on the trail. She also is a best selling historical fiction novelist who takes inspiration from historical events and her own love of adventure and the outdoors. We chat about her most recent work of fiction which was just released on January 1st titled, "When the Avalanche Roared" which is based on the Wellington, Washington train disaster. Connect with Lauralee Bliss : https://lauraleebliss.com https://lauraleebliss.com/blissful-hiking-adventures/ Blissful hiking blog - https://blissfulhiking.blogspot.com/ New book When the Avalanche Roared - https://lauraleebliss.com/books/when-the-avalanche-roared/ Shenandoah 500 - Hike all the trails in Shenandoah National Park Find out more on the Shenandoah 500 Challenge by joining the Facebook group Shenandoah National Park Hikers https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BVfheYEZ4/ Music clip credit: "Whiskey on the Mississippi" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Support the show Connect with Hike: Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer Facebook: @thehikepodcast Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com…
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1 Cori Strathmeyer: Hiking all of the Trails in Shenandoah National Park 1:02:21
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Cori is hiking all of the trails in Shenandoah National Park and shares her favorite trail stories as well as some useful tips for those who are looking to recreate in the park. We touch on: Research and Prep Water Crossings Hiking in the dark Wildlife encounters Boundary trailhead access Favorite trails Park's seasonal amenities and closures Cori and Lori also compare their experiences so far as they work towards finishing the Shenandoah 500 challenge. Connect with Cori: Blog: The Space Between Facebook: The Space Between Adventures Instagram: @spacebetweenadventures Check out the Shenandoah National Park's official hiking pages here Learn more about park boundary access here Listen to our previous episode here Support the show Connect with Hike: Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer Facebook: @thehikepodcast Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com…
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1 Rosalie Haizlett: Tiny Worlds of the Appalachian Mountains 31:49
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Artist Rosalie Haizlett shares her Tiny Worlds journey in the Appalachian Mountains. We discuss how she started drawing and painting, the healing power of nature and how she finds inspiration on the trail. Rosalie’s illustration inspired me to pick up painting again when I saw her work in West Virginia. Check out and purchase her work at https://rosaliehaizlett.com You can also follow her on social media @rosaliehaizlett Order the book Instagram Substack Music clip credit: "Whiskey on the Mississippi" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Support the show Connect with Hike: Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer Facebook: @thehikepodcast Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com…
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1 Hiking All of the Trails in Shenandoah National Park 1:38
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Follow Lori as she takes on the Shenandoah 500 Hiking Challenge of completing all of the trails in Shenandoah National Park. There are over 500 miles of trails in Shenandoah and Lori is attempting to hike them all. She'll bring you along on hikes to historic landmarks and the remnents of settler homesteads. There will be hikes to the popular and famous trails along with the hidden gems that make one feel as if they are the only one in the park. From the 100 plus miles of the Appalachian Trail to the short connector trails, this season will be an adventure full of highs and lows as Lori tackles some of her own hiking insecurities and fears. Season 10 will also feature guests and trails both new and familiar to the show. Support the show Connect with Hike: Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer Facebook: @thehikepodcast Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com…
Iron comes on to talk about his new book, "Hike It: An Introduction to Camping, Hiking and Backpacking in the U.S.A." Taken from book publisher details: This fully illustrated book is the perfect introduction to enjoying America's great outdoors. Explore 20 National Parks with incredible trails that take you past snow-capped mountains, along stunning coastlines, and through ancient forests, and discover the majesty of nature with glorious artwork throughout. This book is packed with practical information, too. Young adventurers 7+ will learn about: • Navigating, and what to do if you get lost • Essential hiking equipment • How to leave no trace and protect the environment • Pooping in the woods! • Staying safe in the heat, snow, and rain • Fire safety and setting up camp • Encountering wildlife and safety • Locating the North Star and understanding the night sky Author and internet sensation Iron Tazz offers a wealth of information based on years of experience hiking every kind of trail and from sharing adventures with his own little boy. Full of kid-friendly tips and tricks for enjoying nature, this is the perfect book for learning how to hike your own hike. National Parks and trails: Olympic National Park; Mount Rainier National Park; Redwood National Park; Death Valley National Park; Yosemite National Park; Acadia National Park; Wind River Range; Sawtooth National Forest; Grand Canyon National Park; Glacier National Park; Arches National Park; Yellowstone National Park; Great Smoky Mountains National Park; Crater Lake National Park; Petrified Forest National Park; Denali National Park and Preserve; Pacific Crest Trail; Appalachian Trail; North Cascades National Park; Continental Divide National Scenic Trail Connect with Iron: https://www.irontazz.com/ Buy the book (Amazon) Support the show Connect with Hike: Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer Facebook: @thehikepodcast Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com…
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1 Solo hiking the Great Divide Trail with Bronwyn Preece 1:05:46
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Bronwyn comes back on Hike to share her 2023 and 2024 solo hikes on the Great Divide Trail. While injuries and wildfires affected her thru-hike attempts, Bronwyn discusses the rehabilitation and meaning she found on trail. Her positivity in the face of adverse moments and challenges faced both on trail and in life is inspiring. She shares some of her recent works published and projects she is currently working on. Follow Bronwyn/Poetic Hiker: @poetichiker Listen to our prior episodes: Backpacking Jasper National Park's Tonquin Valley Trail with Bronwyn Preece Backpacking Mount Robson's Berg Lake Trail with Bronwyn Preece Check out some of her published works we discuss: Knee Deep in High Water: Riding the Muskwa-Kechika, Expedition Poems Blood Sweat Tears Support the show Connect with Hike: Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer Facebook: @thehikepodcast Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com…
Troy, trail name Tomcat, shares his thru hike of the Colorado Trail with listeners. We go over hike planning logistics, camp sites, water carries, equipment, and much more. We'll also cover the differences between Collegiate East and Collegiate West and why Troy thinks doing the Collegiate loop would also be a great backpacking trip. Find Tomcat: http://www.tomcatsadventures.com/ Facebook page Check out the Colorado Trail Foundation: https://coloradotrail.org/trail/ Hurricane Helene Relief: Links may change or be broken. My best recommendation is to seek out local news and public radio stations in hard hit areas who list vetted organizations. Also there are people needing help in South Carolina, Georgia and Florida too. Below are just a few ideas... Western North Carolina: I personally gave to BeLoved Asheville . However there are many to choose from! Blue Ridge Public Radio suggestions Asheville Citizens Times suggestions Tennessee: https://www.wvlt.tv/2024/09/30/how-you-can-help-after-severe-flooding-impacts-east-tennessee/ Virginia: https://engage.vt.edu/hurricane_relief.html Support the show Connect with Hike: Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer Facebook: @thehikepodcast Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com…
Woody Ellis comes on the show to discuss his long walk to help raise awareness and funds for mental health issues. Woody kicked off his walk by crossing the iconic span of the Mackinaw Bridge this Labor Day. His route will be mostly dictated by those he will meet and by supporters who host him along the way. In this episode we chat about the goals and how he plans to achieve them, his gear (including a walking trailer!) and inspiration. Follow Woody on his walk: https://www.woodywalks.com https://www.instagram.com/woodywalksproject/ https://www.facebook.com/theonlywoodywood https://www.youtube.com/@woodywalks https://www.tiktok.com/@woodywalksproject Support the show Connect with Hike: Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer Facebook: @thehikepodcast Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com…
Shambrekia Wise shares the origin story of how she co-created Sightseeing with Sandy with her daughter. After receiving a Multiple Sclerosis diagnosis, Shambrekia made a decision to live life more intentionally and to create lasting memories with her daughter, Sandy. Sandy observed that she didn’t see a lot of kids that looked like her when they traveled. She asked her mom to find a solution to it. This conversation was one of the factors that led to creating Sightseeing with Sandy. “The book series, ”Sightseeing with Sandy”, creates a telescope to the world so children don’t ever have to leave home to explore it.” Check out the book series here Website: https://sightseeingwithsandy.com/ Instagram: @sightseeingwithsandy Support the show Connect with Hike: Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer Facebook: @thehikepodcast Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com…
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Erik gives Hike an introduction into Colorado adventures. As someone who moved from Upstate NY to Colorado, Erik gives some comparisons and contrasts between Adirondack and Rocky Mountain hiking. Erik touches on both the more adventurous backpacking peak bagging and route finding and also gives some recommendations for the more casual day hiker. Listen to our first episode on the Trans ADK route here Connect with Erik: @schlimmer_goes Support the show Connect with Hike: Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer Facebook: @thehikepodcast Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com…
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Misty comes back on the show to chat about her recent thru-hike of the Sheltowee Trace Trail. We also talk about hiking with dogs, getting hitches in Kentucky and Tennessee, and close out with some favorite Michigan hiking trails. Misty's been on the show a few times so I've also included some links below so you can catch up on our conversations. The Sheltowee Trace trail runs 343 miles from the northern boundary of the Daniel Boone National Forest in Rowan County, Kentucky to the southern boundary of Big South Fork NRRA in Scott County, Tennessee. (sheltoweetrace.org) Connect with Misty: Instagram: @dantedirtstash Best place to find out the latest trail info for Sheltowee Trace: Sheltowee Trace Association Listen to some of our previous episodes: Hike's 4 Year Anniversary Episode: Misty Bischoff, Zach Kuss, and Tim Smith Appalachia: The Trail Magic that Inspires Us Five Michigan Backpacking Adventures with Misty Bischoff Support the show Connect with Hike: Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer Facebook: @thehikepodcast Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com…
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1 American Perimeter Trail Conservancy with Rue McKenrick 51:55
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Rue McKenrick shares his most recent updates for the American Perimeter Trail Conservancy. He has also put out a new book that features the first part of his scouting route of what is now the American Perimeter Trail. Hike first had Rue come on in March 2020, just days after much of the United States had shut down and when into social distancing mode during the COVID-19 pandemic. Many things have changed since our first chat, but Rue's passion for the trail and conservation has not changed. Listen to our prior episodes: 2020 The American Perimeter Trail Project - March 2020 Catching up with Rue - April 2020 2021 Backpacking Michigan Connect: American Perimeter Trail Instagram: @americanperimetertrail YouTube: American Perimeter Trail Book: American Perimeter Trail: Volume 1 West: A 14,000 Mile Journey (The American Perimeter Trail) Support the show Connect with Hike: Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer Facebook: @thehikepodcast Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com…
Gail Perry shares hut to hut hiking with Hike. She covers both international and U.S. based hikes that can be done with overnight stays in rustic lodges, huts or even hotels. Gail has also designed a page a day calendar for 2025 that covers 25 treks from around the world! Here are some of the treks we discuss: Laugavegur Trail, Iceland Milford Track, New Zealand Camino de Santiago, Spain Great Allegheny Passage, Pennsylvania Cotswold Way, England Sneffles Traverse, Colorado San Juan mtns Rogue River Trail, Oregon For Laugavegur Trail, here's the tour company Gail used: https://adventures.is Link for more information on the GAP: https://gaptrail.org Link for the company Gail used for self-guided Caminos: https://n.followthecamino.com/en/ Connect with Gail: Walks of the World is available to preorder! Instagram | YouTube | TikTok Support the show Connect with Hike: Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer Facebook: @thehikepodcast Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com…
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Sally Chaffin Brooks is a comedian and podcaster who also authored an upcoming memoir, "Going to Maine". In this episode, Hike chats with Sally about going back in time to 2003 when she thru-hiked the Appalachian Trail and her process of writing the book. Hike got a pre-release copy of the book and highly recommends you check it out. It's due out in September, but you can pre-order now. We don't dive too deep into the specifics of her hike, but you can find all of those when you buy the book. However, we absolutely touch on the magic of legendary trail angel, Miss Janet. Links to buy Going to Maine: Bookshop.org Apple Books Amazon Barnes & Noble Find out more info at: www.sallychaffinbrooks.com Instagram TikTok Facebook Support the show Connect with Hike: Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer Facebook: @thehikepodcast Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com…
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1 Trees & Vitamin D - Havasu Falls and West Coast Hiking Adventures 40:05
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Manny of Trees & Vitamin D chats with Hike about creating a hiking brand that brings people together via adventures. Connect with Trees & Vitamin D Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/treesandvitamind/ All Social Links: https://linktr.ee/TreesandVitaminD Some of the hikes we mentioned: Havasu Falls https://destinations.rei.com/local-tips/hiking-the-trail-to-havasupai Burney Falls https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=25720 Crater Lake - https://www.nps.gov/crla/index.htm Mist Falls (Kings Canyon) - https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/mist-falls Seven Teacups - https://modernhiker.com/hike/canyoneering-the-seven-teacups/ Hollywood Sign - https://www.hollywoodsign.org/hiking Support the show Connect with Hike: Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer Facebook: @thehikepodcast Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com…
Lee "Boots on the Trail" Fortune comes back to the podcast to share exciting updates about this year's Hike for Healing. " Hike for Healing is an annual event that encourages self-reflection and open, honest, and meaningful conversation to ignite healing of racial and cultural divides… Healing begins with a conversation. There are number of things that divide people in this country. The outdoors connect people in ways that things like politics have not been able to do." (bootsonthetrail.com) This year's hike will be on Segment 3 of the MST. There are several sponsored hikes organized by the Carolina Mountain Club and Friends of the MST that you can participate in. Go check out Lee's site for more info. We also chat about: Lee's FKT of Segment 1 in 2023 Training for the Hike for Healing The Pitchell Lee's recent Smokies Waterfalls Tour of 16 gorgeous falls including Midnight Hole/Mouse Creek Falls Ramsey Cascades Hen Wallow Falls Grotto Falls Grotto Falls Upper Falls (off trail and not recommended for beginner hikers) - remember to exercise caution when considering hiking off trail!!! Baskins Creek Falls Meigs Falls Mannis Branch Falls Listen to last year's episode: https://www.buzzsprout.com/225790/12964466 Connect with Boots: bootsonthetrail.com All the social links and news can be found at https://linktr.ee/bootsonthetrail Instagram: @bootsonthetrail Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx3N7038qJrQF9tVztx7xGw Support the show Connect with Hike: Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer Facebook: @thehikepodcast Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com…
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Zach and Corin share their Fall 2023 hike on the Foothills Trail. We chat about their 5 days on trail and touch on food carry, water, campsites, wildlife on trail and so much more. Both Zach and Corin have previously been on Hike to share their individual hiking stories and adventures, so I'm excited to be able to have them on together for the first time. They talk candidly about what it's like to hike as a couple and how it's brought them closer together. Zach is currently finishing out his yearlong DayLoeb (hike the Art Loeb in a day once a month for 13 months) leading into his 40th birthday. Corin is planning for an upcoming 2024 trip to Yellowstone while Zach will look at doing his own hike of the Bartram Trail. Support the show Connect with Hike: Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer Facebook: @thehikepodcast Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com…
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1 Winter Hiking Tips from U.S. Army Mountain Warfare Soldiers 41:34
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Staff Sgt. Andrea Okrasinski and Staff Sgt. Ema Donlagic are U.S. Army Soldiers and Instructors with the Army Mountain Warfare School in Vermont, specializing in missions with extreme weather and mountainous terrain. They share their best tips for winter hiking based on their cold weather experiences in Vermont and elsewhere. We cover: Smart layering Taking care of your feet Hydration And much more! Learn more: Army Mountain Warfare School https://www.moore.army.mil/Infantry/AMWS/ Mountaineering: The Freedom of the Hills book https://www.mountaineers.org/books/books/mountaineering-the-freedom-of-the-hills-9th-edition-1 Cold Weather Hiking Tips (REI) https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/cold-weather-hiking.html#:~:text=Make%20sure%20your%20clothing%20and,if%20you%27re%20feeling%20chilly. Support the show Connect with Hike: Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer Facebook: @thehikepodcast Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com…
Lauren hiked France's thru hiking trail called the Hexatrek over the summer. She was the first North American woman to thru hike the trail. In this episode she shares some of her on trail experiences and we chat a little bit about the PCT and some of her other backpacking adventures. "The HexaTrek is a 3034 km trail, linking 14 of the most beautiful natural parks and crossing France from the Vosges to the Pyrenees. Following the mountain ridges, crossing the most beautiful valleys and stopping in the most picturesque villages, the HexaTrek is 500 points of interest, unmissables, and natural wonders visible from the trail. The 6 stages of the HexaTrek will lead you through the most beautiful parks of the French territory." (hexatrek.com) Connect with Lauren: Instagram: @laurenroerick TikTok: @laurenexplores YouTube: @laurenroerick Website: www.laurenroerick.com Support the show Connect with Hike: Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer Facebook: @thehikepodcast Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com…
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1 A Thousand Miles on the Appalachian Trail with Nick Wheatley 55:43
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Nick shares his summer hiking from Springer to Harper's Ferry. He hiked 1000 miles also wearing one of my Hike hats. We chat about what it is really like on trail and the lessons he took back afterwards. This conversation inspired me and I know it will inspire you. On trail or off trail, Nick's story will resonate with you. Connect with Nick "Show Me": Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nthew3/ Support the show Connect with Hike: Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer Facebook: @thehikepodcast Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com…
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1 Backpacking the Art Loeb Trail with Dane Schuckman 57:41
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Dane shares all the information about his and his hiking partner's summer thru hike of the Art Loeb Trail. We break down each day and chat about the planning and reality of this hike. Dane has lots of tips and resources that everyone can use whether they are looking at a day hike or thru hike of this trail. If you have questions about the trail, reach out to Dane at dane(dot)schuckman(at)gmail(dot)com Resource links: Pisgah Map Co. - Antigravity Gear ALT trail guide Reviewing Leave No Trace principles YouTube - Unfettered Footsteps - Hiking the Art Loeb Trail: Logistics & Planning The Trek - Blog post by Jessie Robinson - Guide to Hiking the Art Loeb Trail in One Weekend Facebook’s Art Loeb Trail group Support the show Connect with Hike: Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer Facebook: @thehikepodcast Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com…
Troy Zohner has hiked all of the 115 designated high peaks in the Northeast. These include the high peaks of the Adirondacks, Catskills, Green Mountains and White Mountains. In this episode he shares some of the highlights of hiking in the Adirondacks, including his recent hike of Lake George’s Tongue Mountain Range. Troy is also an avid blogger of his hikes and you can find those on his web site Tomcat’s Outdoor Adventures here . Also head over to check out Tomcat’s Outdoor Adventures on Facebook . Support the show Connect with Hike: Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer Facebook: @thehikepodcast Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com…
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1 Lake Superior Circle Tour with Jessica and Jen 49:37
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Jessica and Jen share their summer road trip around Lake Superior. The Lake Superior Circle tour covers 1,300-miles around the world’s largest freshwater lake. In this episode you'll find their pro tips on Camping Visiting essential beaches Navigating currency exchange Being prepared Winging it! They also touch on their upcoming Maryland A.T. section hike and a few of their other fun and not-so-fun adventures. Connect with Jessica: @pagecats Connect with Jen: @jennythetrailhead @truenorthexp Links to some of the places mentioned: https://canalpark.com https://lakesuperiorcircletour.info https://lakesuperiorcircletour.info/location/little-girls-point-county-park-beach/ https://www.fortsuperiorcampground.com https://www.ontarioparks.com/park/pancakebay https://lakesuperiorcircletour.info/location/wawa/ https://www.ontarioparks.com/park/rainbowfalls https://lakesuperiorcircletour.info/location/sleeping-giant-provincial-park/ https://www.theoutbound.com/canada/hiking/hike-to-the-sea-lion-of-sleeping-giant-provincial-park Plan your Lake Superior Circle Tour here! Support the show Connect with Hike: Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer Facebook: @thehikepodcast Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com…
Lori gets asked some hiking related questions from her daughter. She graciously agreed to be put on the spot and behind the mic. Thank you, C! Links to some of the items mentioned Favorite Areas to hike: GSMNP Clingman's Dome Bypass Trail, Jump Off Trail, Charlie's Bunion Central Cascades Bachelor Mountain & Coffin Mountain , Battle Ax Hike's Season 1 episode on The 10 Essentials One of Hike's favorite Protein Balls recipes Treeline Review - Best Water Bottles for Hiking of 2023 Treeline Review - What to Wear Winter Hiking Yaktrax vs Microspikes - which is better? Support the show Connect with Hike: Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer Facebook: @thehikepodcast Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com…
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