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#169 Recreating the Flow State with Barefoot Ted03 Aug 202401:39:01

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Barefoot Ted is widely known for his role in the book Born to Run, but that's just a small part of who he is. In this episode, Ted discusses his approach to life and how to maintain a regular connection with the flow state in everyday life.

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  • The Connection Between Movement, Music, and Ideas
  • Barefoot Running and the Rediscovery of Natural Movement
  • The Philosophy Behind Luna Sandals
  • Barefoot Ted's Experience Running a Marathon Barefoot
  • The Pursuit of Personal Challenges
  • Developing a Philosophy and Attitude
  • Creating a Lifestyle
  • Overcoming Despair and Taking Action
  • Finding Freedom and Pursuing Happiness
  • Maintaining Flow State in Daily Life
  • Sharing Wisdom and Life Experiences
  • The Inspiration of Pilgrimages
  • The Influence of Santa Claus
  • The Connection to Junipero Serra
  • The Fundamentals of Happiness
  • The Importance of Time Outdoors
  • The Role of Gear in Outdoor Adventures
  • Backpacking as a Catalyst for Personal Growth
  • The Importance of Being Present
  • The Journey of Well-Being
  • Imprinting Ourselves in Nature
  • The Journey of Self-Empowerment
  • The Power of Being Present
  • Finding What Makes You Come Alive
  • The Flywheel of Energy
  • Hiking as a Journey of Self-Discovery
  • Overcoming Challenges and Doing Better
  • Learning More About Luna Sandals
  • https://lunasandals.com/
  • Middle Bear Sandals
  • Luna Tabu socks
  • Born to Run (the book)
  • Ted's IG

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#168 You Carry the Tent, I'll Carry the Baby with Jack McClure05 Jun 202401:10:17

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Jack McClure and his wife hiked southbound on the PCT in 2023 with their 9-month-old baby and joins the show to share their journey and lessons learned along the way.  We discuss what life is like as a SOBO, preparing for the hike, relationship challenges along the way, hitting the SOS button, and what it all means in the end. 

Show Notes and Links

  • Preparing for the PCT with a Baby
  • Outdoor Background and Experience
  • Living in the Arctic and Outdoor Learning
  • Judgment and Concerns about Hiking with Kids
  • Benefits and Risks of Outdoor Experiences for Kids
  • The Importance of Outdoor Experiences
  • The Challenges of Alternative Childhood
  • Risk Management and Planning
  • The Breaking-In Period
  • The Impact on the Body
  • The Bee Sting Incident
  • Emergency Response and Recovery
  • The Importance of Carrying a Whistle
  • Lessons Learned from the Experience
  • Dealing with Fires in Northern California
  • Challenges in the Relationship
  • The Importance of Check-InsThe Mental Challenges of the Trail
  • The Decision to Leave the Trail
  • Dealing with Pride and Expectations
  • The Positive Impact on Their Daughter
  • https://animaltreks.com/
  • Jack's Book


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#159 - "Maybe In A Little Bit" - Off-Trail with Emory25 Aug 202300:25:18

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In this episode, it's just you and me hanging out for a bit.  We'll catch you up on life and why I've been missing from the podcast for a couple of months.  Don't worry, the show still goes on, but I had some growing to do, and you're going to hear all about it.

I love gear and trail stories as much as the next person, however, I think it's equally important to talk about life off the trail.  What we learn in the field makes us better at home, and vice versa.  I've been in the throws of a learning experience and I'm now ready to talk about it.

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#69 - The Calendar Year Triple Crown with Tyler Lau11 Mar 201901:33:15

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Tyler “The Prodigy” Lau completed the Calendar Year Triple Crown in 2018 hiking the PCT, CDT, and AT all in one single year.  On this episode, we discuss why he hiked, how he did it, and what it all means now that it’s over.  


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#68 - Why Junk Food Works with Kyle Kamp, RDN, LD04 Mar 201901:00:08

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Kyle Kamp is a Registered Dietitian, and in this episode, he helps explain how the body processes food and why a “junk food” diet during extreme athletic events such as backpacking, thru-hiking, and hunting actually works. 


Show Notes and Links

  • Kyle’s personal backstory in the outdoors
  • What a dietitian is and how it differs from being a Nutritionist
  • The backstory of THIS conversation
  • Detailing Emory’s PCT junk food diet
  • Rationalizing and explaining the junk food hiking diet
  • Carbs versus fats and how they impact performance
  • Why we look down on junk food as a super fuel option in the field
  • When carbs are good, bad, or neutral
  • How the body recognizes carbs, proteins, and fats
  • Diet based on activity level and environment
  • Food trends and marketing tools
  • The impacts of junk food on inflammation
  • Where inflammation comes from
  • Detailing food and calorie intake for a backpacking trip
  • Why we feel a delayed hunger in the field
  • How the body uses reserves
  • How to followup with Kyle (info@v2pnutrition.com)
  • https://www.v2pnutrition.com/
  • https://www.instagram.com/v2pnutrition/
  • https://www.facebook.com/v2pnutrition/

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#67 - Becoming Adventure Ready with Katie Gerber25 Feb 201900:57:11

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Katie Gerber is a certified nutritionist who focuses on helping people become what she calls “Adventure Ready.” Having experienced many forms of backpacking including Thru-Hiking, Katie knows what you’re either going through or about to go through.  It’s with that knowledge that she can coach you through the process of not only performing once you’re out there doing it but more importantly, getting you ready prior to ever stepping down that trail.


Show Notes and Links

  • Katie’s backstory
  • How Katie helps people with their nutrition
  • How and why Katie got into backpacking
  • Addressing the “hiker diet”
  • Being “Adventure Ready”
  • Katie’s online coursework for outdoor adventurers
  • What’s in the course
  • The impact of stress on health
  • The importance of sleep
  • Which module could stand alone on it’s own
  • Katie’s personal story with finding what foods work best for her
  • FREE GUIDE!
  • How to find and connect with Katie 
  • http://katiegerber.com/
  • https://www.instagram.com/katiegerber/
  • https://www.facebook.com/bykatiegerber/

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#66 - Age Doesn't Matter with Mark Lampman18 Feb 201901:05:48

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I’ve followed Mark Lampman for a while now because he motivates me.  He’s nearly twice my age, but time and time again, he gets after it in the mountains. 

When I asked Mark to come on the podcast, I told him I wanted to hear his perspective. I wanted to learn what it was like from his point of view and understand why he does what he does. What I got in return were some great stories, a unique look into his journey with backpacking, and even more inspiration than before.


Show Notes and Links

  • Who is Mark Lampman?
  • Why Mark continues to push himself at 60 yrs old
  • Making the switch to backcountry hunting later in life
  • Mule deer and solo hunting
  • Hunting in Grizzly country
  • How to deal with a Grizzly - spray vs. firearms
  • Mark’s Grizzly stories
  • Why Mark continues to return to the backcountry
  • When it all changed for Mark
  • The power of building confidence
  • Seeing things differently with age
  • Younger Mark versus older Mark
  • Gear talk with Mark
  • Mark’s backpacking learning curve
  • On having quality gear
  • How to follow up with and find Mark
  • https://www.instagram.com/marklampmam
  • https://www.facebook.com/mark.lampman.79

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#65 - Marie Draws The PCT11 Feb 201901:10:13

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Marie-Pier Tremblay is a graphic artist/illustrator from Montreal, Canada, who began her hike of the PCT in April 2019.  We connected after my wife hired her to illustrate my PCT terminus photo as a birthday present.  After receiving the gift and hearing about how awesome she was to speak with, I got on the ol’ gram, shot her an invitation, and here we are!

P.S.  This interview occurred before Marie's hike.

You'll love this episode if you’re curious about what a hiker goes through leading up to a long trail!


Show Notes and Links

  • Why did Marie decide to hike the PCT?
  • Background on Marie and her early years
  • How the PCT seed got planted
  • The feeling of the PCT choosing you
  • The years between childhood and now
  • Where Marie was when she decided to hike the PCT
  • What it felt like hearing from the thru-hiking community
  • Preparing and training for the PCT
  • Advice from other hikers
  • What Marie hopes to get from the trail
  • Settling into the idea of the PCT
  • Marie draws the PCT
  • Plans to manage drawing the PCT
  • The work behind the artwork
  • Thoughts on Marie’s style
  • How to find, reach, and follow Marie 
  • https://www.instagram.com/mariedraws_thepct
  • https://www.mariepiertremblay.com/thruhikingportraits/

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#64- 2% for Conservation with Jared Frasier04 Feb 201901:54:24

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Jared Frasier is the Executive Director of 2% for Conservation, a Non-Profit Organization certifying that brands and people donate 1% of their time and 1% of their money to conservation efforts.  Jared shares not only what 2% does, but he also covers the history of conservation, where we’re at today with funding and efforts, and where everything is headed in the future.


Show Notes and Links

  • Why Jared is on the show
  • Intro to 2% for Conservation
  • What 2% is
  • A history lesson on wildlife conservation
  • Assessed taxes that fund conservation
  • Where to start with giving back
  • The predicament of not knowing how and where to give back
  • On the risk of echo chambers
  • How 2% helps others find the right brands doing the right things
  • There are actually bad people and brands out there
  • Building conservation in to the business plan
  • On protecting the landscape
  • How big the impact COULD be if we all gave back
  • The impact of volunteering
  • How dwindling hunting numbers are impacting state/federal conservation efforts and funding
  • The idea of assessing a “backpack” tax
  • Adjusting to the modern culture and buying practices
  • Brands leading the way in giving back
  • What would Teddy do or say?
  • Closing thoughts
  • How to reach 2% for Conservation
  • https://fishandwildlife.org/
  • https://www.instagram.com/2percentforconservation

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#63 - Backcountry Mentorship with Johnny Mack28 Jan 201901:12:50

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Johnny Mack is the creator of Washington Backcountry, where his mission is to mentor those looking to learn the art of hunting.  After going through the struggles of learning to hunt as an adult, Johnny realized his experiences could help others, and thus the website was born.  We discuss Johnny’s background, his personal transition into hunting, and why he built WA Backcountry.


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#62 - Thru-Riding with Gillian Larson21 Jan 201901:15:45

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Gillian Larson is a Thru Rider which means she rides her horse on long trails from start to finish covering thousands of miles in the process.  To date, Gillian has ridden the PCT twice, the CDT, and the Arizona Trail in their entirety, not to mention the numerous trails in between and since this recording.

On this episode of The By Land Podcast, we get to know Gillian and how she is able to manage riding a horse for such long distances, the logistics behind it, and what it’s like to even do such a thing. 


Show Notes and Links

  • What made Gillian get into Thru Riding
  • How it all began
  • Dealing with trail reports being inaccurate
  • How horses deal with obstacles on the trail
  • Gillian’s experiences prior to Thru Riding
  • Prepping for the PCT
  • PCT kickoff
  • Learning to Thru Ride
  • Supporting a Thru Ride - talking logistics
  • Lessons learned after over 9 thousand miles of riding
  • Why Gillian re-rode the PCT
  • Answering the question of “why not just hike?”
  • Seeing the trail through the eyes of a horse
  • How to learn more about Gillian
  • What’s next?
  • https://www.pacificcrestquest.org/
  • https://www.instagram.com/thru_rider

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#61 - Saving the Boundary Waters with Dave and Amy Freeman07 Jan 201901:07:54

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Dave and Amy Freeman spent an entire year living in the Boundary Waters, a vast wilderness in northern Minnesota that many flock to throughout the year for its pristine waters and canoeing adventures.  But that's not all; they’ve made a life out of exploration, and in this episode, we learn all about it.


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#60 - Why We Show and Tell Wild Places with Brad Brooks of Argali Outdoors01 Jan 201901:06:00

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Brad Brooks of Argali Outdoors joins me to discuss why we are drawn to filming hunts and backcountry adventures when it's so much trouble.   Brad released a film in October of 2018 detailing a hunt in the Frank Church Wilderness of Idaho however, the intent wasn’t to showcase the hunt itself but rather to the vast and rugged wilderness of the Frank Church.  


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#158 - Escaping the Thru-Hiking Mentality and Rediscovering Backpacking with Michael “Einstein” Gelfeld12 Jun 202301:18:21

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Michael "Einstein" Gelfeld is an accomplished backpacker and bikepacker.  He's logged thousands of miles doing both, but when you ask him what matters most after all of that, he'd tell you it's not the stats but instead, whether or not you enjoy what you're doing.

Einstein joins the podcast to discuss current backpacking culture, how he escaped the thru-hiking mentality, and how he rediscovered his love for backpacking.

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#59 - Playing Classical Music in the Mountains with Anastasia Allison26 Dec 201801:27:30

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Anastasia Allison is the violinist of the Musical Mountaineers and the founder/inventor of Kula Cloth, but living a life of entrepreneurship and adventures wasn’t always the case.  After being involved in a bad car accident, Anastasia realized it was time to stop putting off her dreams and start engaging them.

If you need some inspiration, this episode will motivate you to chase down those dreams you’ve been putting off.


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#58 - Saved By Mountains with Jeff Oliver17 Dec 201801:11:55

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Jeff “IBTAT” Oliver has been saved by the mountains.  In 2013, he went cold turkey from alcohol and focused his energy on hiking.  Fast forward to today, and he’s now completed the Appalachian Trail (2018) and will be stepping down the Pacific Crest Trail in 2019, but that’s just the beginning.  On this episode, we talk about Jeff’s 2018 AT Thru Hike, his future goals with the Triple Crown, and why he chose backpacking over drinking.


Show Notes and Links

  • Jeff’s transition from hunting to thru-hiking
  • Learning to enjoy the trail
  • Craving the trail after the trail
  • Jeff’s gear story
  • The goal of completing the Triple Crown
  • What it means to attain the Triple Crown
  • Sacrificing to reach your dreams
  • Jeff’s mindset towards shorter trips after hiking the AT
  • Jeff’s life before backpacking and his battle with drinking
  • How backpacking changed Jeff’s life
  • Replacing alcohol with hiking
  • How to avoid drinks on trail
  • Applying what was learned on the trail to everyday life
  • Becoming efficient on the trail
  • Food on the trail
  • What Jeff is changing going into the PCT
  • On being alone in the wilderness
  • Addressing mental challenges
  • Advice for future hikers
  • How to find and follow Jeff
  • https://www.ibtat.com/
  • https://www.instagram.com/savedbymtns/
  • https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3aILHxDPaRH8fHO5JcE6qQ

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#57 - The Hot Springs Trail with Aria Zoner11 Dec 201801:19:37

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Aria Zoner is the author of The Hot Springs Trail guidebook and a guy who sincerely wants you to experience the landscape as you wish to experience it.  In this episode, we talk about the Hot Springs Trail, where it’s at, why Aria created it, and its proposed status as a National Scenic Trail.  We also discuss how Aria went from eating junk food on long trails to eating whole foods and how that impacted his overall experiences and performance.


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#56 - Going Feral with Jimmy Funkhouser03 Dec 201800:56:11

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Jimmy Funkhouser left the corporate world behind to start Feral.   Fast forward just a few short years, and Feral is growing to the point where they’re opening a second location in Denver.  Jimmy is doing things far differently than your average outdoor store - he meets the customer where they are in their journey and makes them feel at home and accepted no matter what.


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#55 - Hiker Trash Vogue with Twerk27 Nov 201801:12:00

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For over 2000 miles, Twerk photographed hikers along the PCT and did so unlike anything out there.  He was able to take his passion for hiking and photography and mash them together in what is now a coffee table book titled "Hiker Trash Vogue."  


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#54 - Pack Out An Entire Moose Alone with Jeff Lusk19 Nov 201801:03:43

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In this episode, I talk with Jeff Lusk about a solo moose hunt he went on this past hunting season.  While it’s always fun to recap an interesting hunt, it’s even more fun learning about the struggles involved in any such adventure. 

What Jeff learned on his hunt can directly apply to your adventures, even if you’re not into hunting.  He was alone, battling the cold, having debates in his head about whether he should be there, and left to deal with the physical toll that packing out a moose by himself.

Please enjoy this episode with Jeff Lusk. I have no doubt you’ll get some good nuggets of wisdom from it!


Show Notes and Links

  • Managing expectations on a solo moose hunt
  • How Jeff got to the point where he went solo moose hunting
  • Dealing with the mental struggles solo hunting
  • Why we find excuses to go home early
  • Staying curious
  • Tips to staying in the field longer when you’re alone
  • Working up to a solo trip
  • Self-talk when you’re solo
  • The rewards of pushing yourself
  • The bonds built with others in the backcountry
  • Backcountry lessons applied to daily life
  • The story of the solo moose hunt
  • Battling the mental side of being solo
  • Choosing to push yourself
  • How we get past mental barriers
  • Falling in love with the process of what you’re doing
  • Learning to battle excuses
  • Project Waypoint
  • How to reach Jeff
  • Project Waypoint IG https://www.instagram.com/projectwaypoint

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#53 - The Adventure Photographers Backpack with Allan Henry from Atlas Packs13 Nov 201801:02:08

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In this episode, I chat with Co-founder Allan Henry of Atlas Packs to find out more about his company, his vision, and his designs.  Camera carry in the backcountry is a struggle, but he's found a way to make it enjoyable while pairing both a camera bag and an adventure bag together into one solution.

For camera nerds out there, this one is a must!


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  • Allan’s background
  • Intro to Atlas Packs
  • How and why Allan built and created these packs
  • Identifying pain points
  • Developing the design
  • Camera carry before Atlas designs
  • Initial reviews of the packs
  • Learning to work within the limitations of your gear
  • Launching the product and garnering input
  • Why understanding the limitations of gear is important to the experience
  • What you get when you purchase an Atlas Pack
  • How to reach Atlas Packs for more information
  • https://atlaspacks.com/
  • https://www.instagram.com/atlaspacks/
  • https://www.youtube.com/atlaspacks

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#52 - Learn To Thru Hike with Liz Thomas05 Nov 201800:55:54

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If you want to learn about backpacking from someone who knows a thing or two, you’ll want to open your ears to Liz Thomas. She’s hiked over 17,000 miles of trail along the Triple Crown of Thru Hikes, captured the Fastest Known Time on the AT, and spent countless miles along many other trails in the US over the years. The good news for you is that she’s decided to open up her experiences so that others may learn from her successes and trials in the form of not only an incredible book but also an online course.

This episode is loaded with great advice and information on backpacking, so sit back, relax, and enjoy this chat with Liz Thomas.


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#51- Born In The Boundary Waters with Granite Gear30 Oct 201801:03:05

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Rob Coughlin joins me for this episode to discuss all things Granite Gear. Rob is a great guy to spend time chatting with and shares a number of history lessons about the company, some background on himself and how he came to work with Granite Gear, as well as a couple of programs the company is working with to help make lives and wild place better.


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#50 - One Family, 6 Kids, and 2000 Miles with Ben Crawford09 Oct 201801:02:36

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In 2018, the Crawfords hiked the  Appalachian Trail with 6 kids ranging from 2 to 17 years old.  While they might agree it sounds crazy, when you get to know them a little, you’ll find that this is nothing unusual for them. 

Ben Crawford joins me for Episode 50 to talk about how those of us with kids can redefine what it means to build a family unit.  We discuss how he and his Wife began breaking the mold of what a family can and can’t do and how those of us with families can begin taking steps to get outside more and more often with our little ones, regardless of age.


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#157 - Inside Nuyarn’s Revolutionary Spin On Merino Wool with CEO Andy Wynne22 May 202301:10:38

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Andy Wynne is the CEO of Nuyarn®, a Merino wool textile manufacturer that has reinvented the way Merino is spun so it can unlock its natural characteristics while enhancing performance.  The result is a material that can outperform synthetics while maintaining the benefits of natural fiber.  Nuyarn® is stronger, stretchier, softer, more abrasion resistant, and as you’ll learn here in a minute, is spun on machines that have a reduced impact on the environment.  Long story short, the Merino wool you’re used to wearing wasn’t spun with the rigors of the outdoors in mind, Nuyarn® is, and you’re about to learn all about it.

If you want a solid education on Merino wool and some insight into how and why it’s made the way it is, you’ll enjoy this episode.  Andy walks us through his backstory, the development of Nuyarn®, and why it matters.


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  • Introductions
  • Making the switch from synthetic to merino
  • Andy’s backstory
  • How Merino wool works
  • Traditional ways of manufacturing wool
  • The Nuyarn® method of spinning Merino
  • What the industry was asking for
  • Durability of Nuyarn®
  • Suggested weight for sun hoodies
  • Why Polyester can be clammy
  • What Nuyarn is comprised of
  • Why Merino is itchy (Microns explained)
  • Purpose-built spinning machines
  • Animal welfare, ethics, and renewable material  surrounding Merino wool (sheep shearing)
  • Continuing to push limits and make an impact 
  • How to find Nuyarn® products
  • Moisture retainment issues with Merino
  • https://nuyarn.co.nz/
  • Nuyarn introduction (video)

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#49 - Good Eats with Backpackers Bistro01 Oct 201800:44:51

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In this episode, we tackle the story behind Backpackers Bistro, what they offer, why, and several other topics related to backpacking.  These meals are made by a professional chef who is also a backpacker, so you can rest assured we all speak the same language!


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#48 - Make It Rain with Luxe Hiking Gear24 Sep 201800:58:27

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Luxe Hiking Gear makes quality shelters at a great price point.  Jake Morrison walks me through how he manages life in the Olympic Peninsula,  how to manage condensation, and a run-through of the products Luxe offers.  


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#47 - Making It Better with Outdoor Vitals18 Sep 201801:00:09

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In this episode, I talk with Tayson Whitaker about why he started an outdoor gear company and what makes his product offerings unique.  We also dive into the world of hammock camping and root out all the misconceptions that might be out there about how valid choosing a hammock over a tent might be.


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#46 - Running 500 Miles in 10 Days with Christof Teuscher03 Sep 201800:56:13

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Christof Teuscher joins me to talk about his recent FKT (fastest known time) record of the Washington section of the PCT.  We chat about his experience, how he came to run such crazy distances, what motivates him, how an FKT works, and his experiences on the trail both mentally and physically. 


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  • Fastest Known Time (FKT)
  • The FKT aftermath of the Washington section of the PCT
  • Preparing and planning to run 500 miles in 10 days
  • Managing resupply
  • The first few days
  • How to manage and feed the body
  • What it’s like to see your body perform over so many miles
  • How to entertain yourself during all those miles
  • Heavy and dark moments during the run
  • How these long runs have impacted daily life
  • Life before running long distances
  • Learning to have mental strength and learning from failure
  • Coaching someone through failures 
  • Doing by doing
  • Benefits behind pushing personal limits  
  • How running long distances has affected Chrisof’s work
  • Being comfortable with uncertainty
  • Healing up
  • What next?
  • Christof’s advice to those wanting to run long distances
  • Daily routine and timelines during the Washington FKT
  • http://www.christofteuscher.com
  • https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9Eq4WTtQB8c--Lyaz89BZg
  • https://www.instagram.com/christof.teuscher/

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#45 - Comparing Sleep Systems with Josh Kirchner27 Aug 201801:43:36

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I'm joined by Josh Kirchner to talk sleep systems.  This episode is different in that it's not actually an interview, but rather a conversation between the two of us where we talk about what we're currently using, where we came from, and what we look for in gear.


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#44 - The Wilderness Athlete20 Aug 201801:21:45

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Wilderness Athlete is a performance supplement company that serves those venturing into the outdoors.  Kevin Guillen joins me to discuss what Wilderness Athlete is, why it was created, and how supplements can play a role in your outdoor adventures. 

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#43 - Finding Your Limits With Dan Solsman13 Aug 201801:18:35

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Dan Solsman joins the podcast to talk about pushing personal limits and why it's important to do so.  Dan is a hell of a guy and has a straightforward way about him.  He's direct about why he does what he does and has a great personal story about how he came to enjoy finding his personal limits.

This episode is dedicated to those of you who know what it's like to find your limits, and hopefully, it's an inspiration to those who are sitting back waiting for something to happen.


Show Notes

  • Introductions
  • Dan’s background and upbringing in the outdoors
  • Dan’s transition from hunting the Midwest to the mountains of Idaho
  • Learning to hunt the mountains via backpacking
  • Pushing the limits and diving into solo backcountry hunting
  • What keeps Dan going back for more in the mountains
  • Intro to the Exo Mountain Gear Death Hike
  • Dan’s detailed mental and physical experience on the hike on days 1-3
  • Reflections of the Death Hike
  •  What it means to push yourself so hard that you’re reaching a mental and physical line you’ve never been at before
  • How it feels to reach that “line” and how to deal with the desire to quit
  • How to push through dark mental and physical moments
  • The will to endure
  • Intentionally pushing your limits and finding that line
  • How Dan learned about NOT quitting in his childhood
  • How to encourage people to reach that “line”
  • Setting limitations on quitting
  • Thoughts on teaching children about quitting and pushing themselves

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#42 - Documenting The Hunt With Steven Drake06 Aug 201800:58:27

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Steven Drake is a photographer and videographer who works with brands and personalities in the hunting world.  His career has brought him all over the world and through pretty much every situation you can imagine.  Steven is no stranger to pushing himself to that next level and somehow finding a way to document it while doing so.


Show Notes and Links

  • Introductions
  • The background on Steven Drake and how he came to do what he now does
  • Steve’s intro into backpacking while working with Mystery Ranch
  • Steve’s experience with a smattering of backpacking cultures - mountaineers to hunters
  • The transition into professional   photography
  • What it’s like being responsible for portraying the culture of hunting 
  • Steve’s advice for us amateur photographers/videographers traveling the backcountry expecting to get incredible images.
  • Steve’s learning curve to capturing images as a professional
  • Tempering photography and  video expectations
  • Planning imagery themes before you head out
  • Documenting the BC Goat hunt
  • Calorie management in harsh winter conditions
  • What happens to your body when you’re calorie-deficient
  • Steve’s advice to new backpackers
  • Bucket list dreams 
  • How to reach Steven Drake
  • Bonus round - Steve’s moving to IG TV!
  • https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz0emU2npX8aVB_sNkvdKEQ
  • Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stevendrakephoto/
  • https://www.annulicollective.com/

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#41 - The Lady Alliance with Kieren Britton30 Jul 201800:52:49

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Kieren Britton is the founder of The Lady Alliance, an organization dedicated to connecting women together, building community, and encouraging those women to be the best possible version of themselves.

On this episode, we talk about who the organization is for, what they do, and how it came to be.  We also discuss why the outdoors is such a great place to build confidence and character.  If you are someone who is looking for a caring and understanding community that will work with you through your personal challenges, you're going to want to look into what The Lady Alliance offers.


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  • Introductions
  • The Lady Alliance explained
  • Kieren and her background
  • How the Lady Alliance came to be
  • Kieren’s path to the outdoors
  • How Kieren’s parents influenced and instilled confidence in her
  • How the Lady Alliance creates environments for women to be successful in the outdoors
  • How and when the Lady Alliance went from an online community to an in-person community
  • Common barriers to going on an adventure
  • Creating a support system of likeminded women
  • Kieren’s thoughts on why the outdoors has such an impact on personal confidence
  • Self Love - a focal point of The Lady Alliance
  • The future of The Lady Alliance
  • Women only?  What happens to the dynamic of a group of women when men are introduced into an event
  • How to reach The Lady Alliance 
  • https://www.theladyalliance.com/
  • https://www.instagram.com/theladyalliance/

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#40 - The Off Grid Food Company23 Jul 201801:04:50

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In this episode, Spencer from Off Grid Food Company and I discuss his company, how it started, why it started, and what it offers consumers.  It's a great conversation with a great guy and I was honored to have him on the podcast.

*Update 2023: Off Grid appears to be closed, but this conversation is still great!

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  • Introductions
  • Spencer’s background
  • Intro to Off Grid Food Company
  • Origin story of Off Grid
  • Spencer’s life in the outdoors
  • What it’s like starting new career, project, and business
  • Where Off Grid started and where they’re going
  • Sourcing quality food and ingredients
  • Freeze drying versus dehydrating
  • Basics of freeze-drying
  • Choosing the right recipe
  • Product offerings, both present and future
  • Hurdles to opening a freeze-dried food company
  • Spencer's backcountry food choices
  • Advice to new backpackers/hunters
  • How to reach Off Grid Food Company
  • Website https://offgridfood.co/
  • Instagram https://www.instagram.com/offgridfoodco/

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#156 - Behind the Design with Exo Mountain Gear24 Apr 202301:24:27

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Exo Mountain Gear specializes in load-hauling backpacks designed for hunters.  Steve Speck and Mark Huelsing join me for a behind-the-scenes look at Exo's newest K4 pack design.  After more than 3 years in development and over a decade of pack-building experience, the K4 is a finely tuned design and the best pack Exo has designed to date.

This episode is loaded with insight into the principles of pack design, the mechanical function of load carry (this is HUGE), and how Steve decides which features and updates make the cut when revising his designs.

If you spend any amount of time with any kind of pack strapped to your back (yes, even a lightweight one), you can learn a lot from Steve and Mark.  Knowing how your gear functions will put you in the driver's seat rather than being a mere passenger hoping it's all going to work out.

Exo Mountain Gear is the real deal.  They make a premium product and a team behind them that cares about their customers.

Enjoy!


Show Notes and Links

  • Catching up with Mark and Steve
  • Recapping Steve’s recent Alaskan sheep hunts
  • Recapping Mark’s Mountain Goat hunt
  • Mental strength - how to stay positive and mentally present
  • Transitioning to the natural cycle of the backcountry
  • Where pack design begins
  • Exo Pack design principles
  • Pack design changes over the years
  • Exciting changes to the K4 design 
  • Where quality load carry begins 
  • The importance of hip-belt structure
  • Finding the sweet spot in pack design
  • The importance of taking care of customers
  • Ivory holster compatibility with K4
  • Plans for the rest of 2023
  • How to follow up with Exo Mountain Gear  
  • https://exomtngear.com/
  • Instagram
  • YouTube
  • The Hunt Backcountry Podcast

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#39 - Leave No Trace16 Jul 201801:18:35

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In this episode, I have the pleasure of talking to Aaron and Doniell from Leave No Trace about how to interact with the wild places we visit.  They blew my mind with the amount of science-based advice they provided.  I really had no idea how much information I was missing and I'm sure you'll feel the same way after this episode.


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  • Introductions
  • Background on Donielle and Aaron
  • Why continue to teach Leave No Trace principles
  • What is Leave No Trace?
  • How Leave No Trace reaches outdoor users
  • “Why” Leave No Trace?
  • Leave No Trace is based on real science
  • What’s at risk if we fail to take care of the backcountry
  • Impacts of campsites on the environment
  • Varying regional practices
  • An overview of the “7 Principles of Leave No Trace”
  • How dog waste plays into Leave No Trace
  • Recap of the idea of Leave No Trace
  • How to learn more and what training is available
  • How Subaru supports waste reduction and the organization
  • Advice to new backpackers
  • Leave No Trace website https://lnt.org/
  • Leave No Trace IG https://www.instagram.com/leavenotracecenter/
  • Aaron and Donielle IG https://www.instagram.com/dirtbagvictorylap/

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#38 - Film What Makes You Feel with Aaron Hitchins of Rockhouse Motion09 Jul 201801:15:13

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Aaron Hitchins is part of the talented team at Rockhouse Motion and joins the show to walk me through his creative process with video and how wild places can impact people across all ages and cultures.


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  • The path to Rockhouse
  • Background on Rockhouse
  • How Aaron’s background in the outdoors influences his work with customers
  • How Aaron manages his profession that lives inside this passions (dealing with a pile of care)
  • Aaron’s passion projects
  • Student of the Wild Essay
  • Where would Aaron be if he wasn’t doing what he’s doing 
  • “Beyond the Roar” Film
  • Understanding videography and storytelling with video
  • “Filming the things that make you feel”
  • Videography versus Photography
  • How to approach videography
  • Becoming efficient at storytelling
  • Setting expectations for a project
  • Aaron’s advice to newbs
  • www.rockhousemotion.com
  • Aaron's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/aaronhitchins/
  • Rockhouse IG https://www.instagram.com/rockhousemotion/
  • Footsteps Film 
  • Beyond the Roar Film 

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#37 - Canoeing Across America with Jillian Brown02 Jul 201801:01:13

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Jillian Brown and her adventure partner Martin Trahan are currently (as of July 2018) canoeing their way from the Pacific Ocean to the Atlantic via riverways across the United States.  She joins me to talk about the expedition, her experiences, and the spiritual side of such an effort.

Show Notes and Links

  • What Jillian and her paddling partner are in the middle of doing right now!
  • How does someone paddle from the Pacific to Miami via waterway?
  • Background on the expedition.
  • Jillian’s background and how she ended up on this expedition.
  • A note on partnerships in an expedition like this.
  • Where did Jillian's willingness to try things for the first time come from?
  • How has the river helped focus thoughts while on such a long journey
  • The Squirrel Story
  • How to process the low moments of a journey and learning to push through
  • Long-distance paddling - what’s the game plan?
  • What it’s like paddling upriver
  • Paddling a big river
  • A day in the life of a long Long-distance Paddle
  • Why choose a canoe over a kayak?
  • Why is Jillian and her partner paddling this expedition
  • Experiencing the kindness of strangers
  • How to find and follow the journey
  • www.coursingthroughamerica.com
  • https://www.instagram.com/jillianabrownphotography/
  • https://www.instagram.com/martin_trahan_canoeist/

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#36 - Passion is Everything with Shane Vander Giessen25 Jun 201801:06:55

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Shane Vander Giessen is someone who exemplifies having a passion for wild places and joins the podcast for a deep dive into that passion.  If you enjoy hearing people talk about their journey into the outdoors, their love of the backcountry, and some great hunting stories, you'll want to give this episode a listen.


Show Notes and Links

  • Shane’s background in hunting and backpacking
  • What hunting means to Shane, why he does it, and why he shares his adventures
  • Where did Shane’s passion for hunting and the outdoors stem from?
  • Early childhood memories
  • Shane’s passion for bear hunting explained
  • Why Shane now hunts Blacktail in the high alpine environments
  • How Shane learned to hunt Blacktailed Deer
  • Shane's love for Mountain Goats explained
  • Shane’s thoughts on hunting and how he can hunt an animal he cares about
  • How Shane approaches backpacking
  • Capturing stories with video and stills while hunting/backpacking
  • What keeps Shane going back for more in the mountains?
  • Shanes's advice to newcomers to hunting
  • www.lonegoatmedia.com
  • Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lonegoatmedia/
  • Shane's Blacktail hunt he referenced and his YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5o9bpSxS4N4

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#35 - Learning to Backpack Hunt with Josh Kirchner18 Jun 201801:21:36

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Josh Kirchner joins the show to talk about what it was like learning to backpack hunt.  We share our individual stories of where we came from and how it's going.


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  • How and why Josh decided to get into backpack hunting
  • Josh’s first backpacking experiences and how he got started
  • Starting small and working up to bigger trips
  • Common hurdles to backpack hunting and how to overcome them
  • Sorting through all the possible gear solutions and how to uncomplicate them
  • Josh brings a friend backpack hunting for the first time…
  • Misconceptions of what backpack hunting is and isn’t
  • Emory’s first backpack hunting experience
  • Learning to backpack hunt and build up to longer trips
  • Understanding why you are out there in the first place
  • How to successfully combine backpacking and hunting
  • Planning out your backpack hunt and what to take into account (ie game evacuation)
  • Benefits of backpack hunting - a tactical advantage
  • Considerations for backpack hunting - things to keep in mind
  • Choosing the right shelter for your style of backpack hunting
  • A recap of the episode highlights
  • Josh’s closing thoughts and final bits of advice on being alone in the wilderness
  • How to reach Josh
  • www.dialedinhunter.com
  • Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dialedinhunter/
  • Twitter https://twitter.com/DialedInHunter
  • Facebook https://www.facebook.com/dialedinhunter
  • YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6ItIjVnltPYvPWohOPk0dQ

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#34 - Hiking Free with Dirty Avocado11 Jun 201800:55:14

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In this episode, long-distance hiker "Dirty Avacado" joins me to talk about how she got into long-distance backpacking, the feeling of freely hiking a trail, the importance of listening to your body, and what happens after the trail.


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  • How DA got into long-distance backpacking
  • How DA decided to hiking the PCT in 2017
  • DA’s background in backpacking and where she came from
  • Why hike thousands of miles?
  • Long trail mindsets
  • The ups and downs of the trail and how DA dealt with these worked through them.
  • Learning to reduce pack weight and what the impact is both physically and mentally
  • Repercussions of not listening to your body
  • Seeing the monument and what happens after mentally
  • Life after the trail what comes next
  • Rationalizing the damage a long trail does to the body
  • Reaching people through social media and YouTube
  • Benefits of long-distance backpacking
  • Advice to aspiring Thru-Hikers
  • How to find Dirty Avacado online
  • Bonus Round
  • What’s with the name Dirty Avacado?
  • How to eat Vegan on the trail
  • Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cotezi/
  • YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/c/CoteziHikes

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#33 - Designing with Sierra Designs04 Jun 201801:00:14

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In this episode, George Bryant, VP and GM of Sierra Designs, joins me for a discussion about his journey into the outdoors, moving from Wisconsin to Colorado, and cultivating a culture of progressive designs at Sierra Designs.


Show Notes and Links

  • The background on George Bryant and how he came to work with SD
  • Where did the passion for the outdoors come from?
  • How living in Colorado compares to how it was growing up in Wisconsin
  • The draw of Colorado
  • Putting the passion of the outdoors into the work at Sierra Designs
  • Genesis story of Sierra Designs
  • Curation of  progressive designs at SD and where it begins
  • How does SD reach experienced hikers and the weekend warrior in one single line?
  • Sierra Designs and hunting?!
  • Setting the bar and forecasting needs
  • Evolution of design
  • Shelter designs for 2018
  • What the future holds for SD
  • What it’s like seeing the lifecycle of a successful design
  • The team behind Sierra Designs
  • What George would want people to know and understand about SD
  • Advice to new backpackers
  • www.sierradesigns.com
  • https://www.youtube.com/user/SierraDesignsGear
  • https://www.instagram.com/sierradesigns/
  • https://www.facebook.com/SierraDesignsGear

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#32 - Saving Our Trail Systems with Clay Jacobson29 May 201801:08:00

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Clay Jacobson is a thru-hiker who works with the Idaho Trails Association and helps manage the coordination of the Idaho Centennial Trail (which he hiked not too long ago).  In this episode, you'll hear about Clay's personal story of how he got into long-distance backpacking and why he's now focused on saving as many miles of trail as possible.   We cover the current state of trails in the US, how they're funded and maintained, and why there are sometimes thousands of miles of trails disappearing each year.


Show Notes and Links

  • Who is Clay Jacobson?
  • How Clay got into Thru Hiking and his background with backpacking (this is a good one)
  • Training for a Thru-Hike
  • How Clay’s education in literature impacted his desire to adventure 
  • How each trail Clay has done has prepared him for the next one
  • Clay’s experience on the Idaho Centennial Trail
  • The state of trails in the US: how they’re maintained, funded, and cared for.
  • What happened between the time trails were established and where we are today?
  • Trail organization
  • How are other outdoor organizations communicating their “value” to receive funding for trail maintenance
  • What it means when trails disappear; is it always a bad thing?
  • National Trails Day - how to get involved in keeping trails open and clear
  • How a trail crew works!
  • How to reach the Idaho Trails Association or other trail organizations
  •   (bonus info on the Idaho Centennial Trail)  
  • Idaho Trails Association - http://www.idahotrailsassociation.org/
  • Washington Trails Association - https://www.wta.org/
  • National Trails Day - https://americanhiking.org/national-trails-day/


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#31 - The Pull of Mountain Hunting with Adam Janke21 May 201801:23:57

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Adam Janke is the editor-in-chief of the Journal of Mountain Hunting and hosts The Beyond the Kill Podcast.  Adam joins the show to talk about why he feels such a passion for hunting, what he feels is needed in the hunting community, and to discuss his soon-to-be-release film about a late-season Mountain Goat Hunt on the winter slopes of B.C..


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#30 - Hill People Gear with Evan Hill14 May 201801:01:04

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Hill People Gear founder Evan Hill joins the show to talk about the origin of the company, design principles, and his background in backcountry travel.  He also gives a number of solid bits of advice to backpackers.


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#155 - Getting to Know Dan Becker27 Mar 202301:04:41

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Dan Becker is a backpacker from Wisconsin who turned his passion into his full-time profession.  If you’ve poked around YouTube for backpacking, you’ve no doubt seen his videos a time or two.  He’s grown a massive following and for good reason - he’s just a great guy.  Dan is genuine, sincere, funny, and just loves to backpack.  I didn’t know much about him before we spoke, but sincerely enjoyed getting to know him and now have a fond appreciation for what he’s been able to accomplish.

We cover a ton of ground in this episode, including everything from Wisconsin backpacking culture and learning how to find your own style of backpacking, to starting a YouTube channel and making it a real career.  One of the things I find fascinating about Dan’s approach to making backpacking a “career” is that he looks at it like a business and a hobby.  He’s been able to separate the two things, but also fuse them together which is really hard to do.  Dan has used backpacking to create a business and business to create more backpacking adventures and I think a lot of outdoor creators can learn a thing or two from him. I mean, the guy has a family and goes backpacking for a living.

I have no doubt you’ll enjoy getting to know Dan as much as I did.


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#29 - Packrafting with Alpacka Raft07 May 201801:35:30

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Thor and Sarah Tingey of Alpacka Raft join the podcast to dive into what pack rafting is, the history of the sport, and how the brand supports ongoing conservation efforts.


Show Notes and Links

  • Thor’s background with the founding of Alpacka Rafts
  • Thors intro into what pack rafting is
  • Sarah’s background
  • Thor’s eye-opening realization about what is possible in the backcountry
  • Thoughts on and benefits of long-duration backcountry trips
  • What keeps Thor and Sarah returning to wild places
  • How Thor and Sarah make each of their trips unique
  • How comparing your trip to the trips of others can sour the experience
  • How to make your trip your own
  • Using topographical maps to build basic skills and to understand your area of interest
  • How to learn and build on basic skills
  • The history of pack rafting as told by Thor - also lots of great stories!
  • How Alpacka Rafts was created
  • How pack rafting can open up opportunities in the backcountry
  • How to choose an Alpacka Packraft
  • Packrafts compared to regular kayaks
  • Things to know before you get into packrafting
  • The growing popularity of pack rafting
  • The growth and maturity of Alpacka Rafts
  • How to buy an Alpacka Raft
  • What it’s like to see the growth and use of Alpacka products around the world from the perspective of the founders
  • Thor’s favorite inspirational story from a customer
  • Sarah’s reason behind why she loves what Alpacka Rafts offers customers and her love for customer service
  • Where Thor and Sarah get their most satisfaction and inspiration
  • Trends and the future of Alpacka Rafts - What’s next?
  • How Alpacka Rafts supports the conservation effort - access to public water
  • https://www.alpackaraft.com/rafting/
  • Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alpacka_raft/
  • Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/alpackaraftllc/
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#28 - The Oregon Desert Trail with Renee Patrick30 Apr 201801:08:21

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Oregon Desert Trail Coordinator, Renee Patrick, joins the show to talk about what this 700-mile route through the Oregon desert offers, how it began, and what adventurers can expect to see in this incredible high desert landscape.  Renee is a highly accomplished long-distance hiker whose resume includes the Triple Crown and many others.  You'll learn how she approaches backpacking and what it means to her.  

This episode really embodies what this podcast is about.  We cover so many great topics that I think there's something in this one for everyone out there.


Show Notes and Links

  • Introduction to Renee and the Oregon Desert Trail
  • Renee’s background before being the Trail Coordinator for the ODT
  • What the Oregon Desert Trail offers and its history
  • How the ODT compares to other trails in the US
  • How Renee began backpacking and what made her start long-distance backpacking
  • How Thru Hiking has impacted Renee’s backcountry trips
  • What Long Distance backpacking means to Renee
  • How the ODT manages relationships with landowners to retain access to the trail
  • Where and how to begin planning a hike of the ODT
  • Renee’s thoughts on the future of hiking
  • What Renee has learned about backpacking after all these years
  • How Renee has changed since her first long-distance trail
  • The future of the Oregon Desert Trail
  • How to find and support the ODT
  • www.ONDA.org
  • https://onda.org/regions/oregon-desert-trail/
  • https://www.instagram.com/theoregondesert/
  • https://www.youtube.com/user/OregonDeserts

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#27 - Hunting with onX Maps22 Apr 201800:57:45

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In this episode, you'll learn about onX Maps, a mobile mapping application for you phone.  From top to bottom, you'll come away from this chat with Dylan knowing what the company believes in and how their platform benefits the backcountry hunter.  Loaded with features and a well-designed interface, onX Maps delivers time and again.


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