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S12 - Episode #08 - Chappy10 Nov 202500:54:23

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🎙️ A Conversation on Healing, Service & the Power of the Trail

Just in time for Veterans Day, we sit down with Chappy, Program Director for the Veterans Engagement and Trail Stewardship Program with the Arizona Trail Association.

He shares how the trail became a bridge between healing, service, and purpose after military life — and how “mission therapy” gives veterans a new way to connect, give back, and rediscover themselves through the outdoors. 🇺🇸

We talk about carrying the flag for fallen brothers and sisters, the power of community on the Arizona Trail, and what it means to leave the world better than we found it. 🌄

It’s a powerful conversation about healing, stewardship, and hope — one that reminds us how much the trail truly gives back.

Learn more about the AZT Vets Program and support Operation Freedom March, a statewide effort running through July 2026 to honor America’s 250th birthday and empower veterans through the outdoors. Check out the episode links below to get involved, hike a segment, or donate.

Episode Links:
Chappy on Instagram
Arizona Trail Association - Vets Program on Instagram
Arizona Trail Association VETS Program Website
Operation Freedom March - Learn More

This episode was Produced by Jordyn Smith, follow her on Instagram @jordyn.journeys

Follow us on Instagram, @Hikesandmics

AllTrails+
I'm excited to share that I’m now a Trailheads Ambassador for AllTrails+! If you love exploring the outdoors, AllTrails+ is your ultimate adventure companion. Get offline maps, real-time wrong-turn alerts, and trail previews to help you hike smarter and safer. Plus, with 3D maps and deeper trail insights, planning your next trek has never been easier.

Try AllTrails+ free for 7 days, and when you sign up using my referral link, you’ll get 30% off your AllTrails+ membership!

Sign up here: AllTrails+ (promo is only redeemable via web and not the app)

Ursa Minor Outfitters - Inspired by the outdoors, Created by local artists 

Go check them at www.ursaminoroutfitters.com and don’t forget to enter the promo code HikesMics10 at checkout to receive 10% off your order. 

S12 - Episode #07 - Grant & John03 Nov 202500:55:57

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🎙️ Chasing National Parks: A Father–Son Quest 🥾🌄

In this special Hikes & Mics episode, we’re joined by Grant for his return to the podcast — and for the first time ever, his dad John steps up to the mic! Recorded in person at a lookout over a freshly snow-covered Washington Pass near North Cascades National Park, this heartfelt conversation explores what becomes possible when a shared love for the outdoors turns into a 13-year legacy of adventure.

Grant and John take us back to where it started in the Sierra Nevada, sharing the funny moments, near-mishaps, and breathtaking peaks that have shaped their annual father–son road trips across the country. We talk about everything from changing roles on trail to learning from wild weather, celebrating small wins, cowboy hat stories, and how hiking together has strengthened their relationship through every season of life.

🎧 Tune in for a beautiful reminder that the best views are the ones you share — and that it’s never too late to start a family hiking tradition.

Episode Links:
Grant on Instagram
Grant's Linktree
John on Instagram

This episode was Produced by Jordyn Smith, follow her on Instagram @jordyn.journeys

Follow us on Instagram, @Hikesandmics

AllTrails+
I'm excited to share that I’m now a Trailheads Ambassador for AllTrails+! If you love exploring the outdoors, AllTrails+ is your ultimate adventure companion. Get offline maps, real-time wrong-turn alerts, and trail previews to help you hike smarter and safer. Plus, with 3D maps and deeper trail insights, planning your next trek has never been easier.

Try AllTrails+ free for 7 days, and when you sign up using my referral link, you’ll get 30% off your AllTrails+ membership!

Sign up here: AllTrails+ (promo is only redeemable via web and not the app)

Ursa Minor Outfitters - Inspired by the outdoors, Created by local artists 

Go check them at www.ursaminoroutfitters.com and don’t forget to enter the promo code HikesMics10 at checkout to receive 10% off your order. 

S11 - Episode #10 - Mark01 Sep 202500:48:19

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🫎 Moose Encounters & Mountain Stillness with Mark🌲📸

In this episode of Hikes & Mics, we’re joined by Mark—wildlife photographer, storyteller, and moose whisperer. Through solo hikes in Utah’s Wasatch Front, Mark has crossed paths with more than 100 moose, a bobcat at just 40 yards, and countless moments of spiritual clarity in wild spaces.

He shares how hiking became a healing outlet after heartbreak, evolving into a soulful pursuit of presence, photography, and purpose. We dive into the magic of Willow Lake and Lake Blanche, the surreal beauty of The Wave in Northern Arizona, and what it means to attempt to log over 250,000 ft of elevation gain in a single year. Along the way, Mark opens up about finding stillness in a hammock at Lake Mary, the artistry of seeing nature beyond the lens, and his dreams of bringing his photography to local farmers markets.

 🎙️ Tune in for unforgettable wildlife encounters, trail reflections, and the belief that hiking is more than a hobby—it’s a sacred act of becoming.

Episode Links:
Mark on Instagram

This episode was Produced by Jordyn Smith, follow her on Instagram @jordyn.journeys

Follow us on Instagram, @Hikesandmics

AllTrails+
I'm excited to share that I’m now a Trailheads Ambassador for AllTrails+! If you love exploring the outdoors, AllTrails+ is your ultimate adventure companion. Get offline maps, real-time wrong-turn alerts, and trail previews to help you hike smarter and safer. Plus, with 3D maps and deeper trail insights, planning your next trek has never been easier.

Try AllTrails+ free for 7 days, and when you sign up using my referral link, you’ll get 30% off your AllTrails+ membership!

Sign up here: AllTrails+ (promo is only redeemable via web and not the app)

Ursa Minor Outfitters - Inspired by the outdoors, Created by local artists 

Go check them at www.ursaminoroutfitters.com and don’t forget to enter the promo code HikesMics10 at checkout to receive 10% off your order. 

S04 - Episode #02 - Bekka09 Oct 202300:50:58

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In today's episode we’re talking to an incredible individual whose been an amazing supporter of the podcast and has done some amazing hikes across California and the Southwest, her name is Bekka and you can follow her on Instagram @i.am.bekka

Bekka shares with us some of his favorite places in and around Central California, including the beautiful Eastern Sierras. We also hear about her recent visit to the Grand Canyon, which included her adorable kitten Buttons, who’s also been exploring other National Parks across the Southwest with Bekka and her family.

Follow us on Instagram, @Hikesandmics

This episode's music was created by Ketsa, follow him on Instagram @Ketsamusic 

AllTrails+
I'm excited to share that I’m now a Trailheads Ambassador for AllTrails+! If you love exploring the outdoors, AllTrails+ is your ultimate adventure companion. Get offline maps, real-time wrong-turn alerts, and trail previews to help you hike smarter and safer. Plus, with 3D maps and deeper trail insights, planning your next trek has never been easier.

Try AllTrails+ free for 7 days, and when you sign up using my referral link, you’ll get 30% off your AllTrails+ membership!

Sign up here: AllTrails+ (promo is only redeemable via web and not the app)

Ursa Minor Outfitters - Inspired by the outdoors, Created by local artists 

Go check them at www.ursaminoroutfitters.com and don’t forget to enter the promo code HikesMics10 at checkout to receive 10% off your order. 

Caminatas y Micrófonos - Episodio en Español #04 - Noé Álvarez06 Oct 202300:43:10

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En nuestro cuarto episodio, tenemos un invitado especial que también es de mi pueblo de Yakima, es el autor de un increíble libro, Spirit Run: A 6,000-Mile Marathon Through North America's Stolen Land, su nombre es Noé Álvarez y puedes seguirlo en Instagram @noealvarez509

En este episodio hablamos con Noé de su juventud en Yakima y de la importancia que tuvo la naturaleza en su juventud, y de su participación en las maratones épicas llamadas Peace and Dignity Journeys (Viajes por la Paz y la Dignidad), que tienen como objetivo renovar los intercambios culturales a través de Norteamérica. Y cómo cambió su opinión de la naturaleza y la comunidad después de terminar su maratón.

Enlaces del episodio:
Spirit Run Book
Pre-order Accordion Eulogies: A Memoir of Music, Migration, and Mexico

Síguenos en Instagram, @Hikesandmics

La música de este episodio fue creada por el hermano Leo de Colombia, síguelo en Instagram, @leomilanr

AllTrails+
I'm excited to share that I’m now a Trailheads Ambassador for AllTrails+! If you love exploring the outdoors, AllTrails+ is your ultimate adventure companion. Get offline maps, real-time wrong-turn alerts, and trail previews to help you hike smarter and safer. Plus, with 3D maps and deeper trail insights, planning your next trek has never been easier.

Try AllTrails+ free for 7 days, and when you sign up using my referral link, you’ll get 30% off your AllTrails+ membership!

Sign up here: AllTrails+ (promo is only redeemable via web and not the app)

Ursa Minor Outfitters - Inspired by the outdoors, Created by local artists 

Go check them at www.ursaminoroutfitters.com and don’t forget to enter the promo code HikesMics10 at checkout to receive 10% off your order. 

S04 - Episode #01 - Sasha02 Oct 202300:43:06

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And in today's Season 4 premiere episode we’re talking to an amazing individual who you may know for his hidden gem features on his Instagram and most recently on his new website, offthebeatentravel.com, his name is Sasha and you can follow him on Instagram @sasha_traveler

Sasha shares with us some of his favorite hidden gems that he and his family have come across as they travel around the US. Which include some picturesque places in Montana, the beautiful Southwest, and much much more! Looking for places outside the US, Sasha has you covered there as well, creating off the beaten path locations across the globe.

Episode Links:
Off the Beaten Travel Website

Follow us on Instagram, @Hikesandmics

This episode's music was created by Ketsa, follow him on Instagram @Ketsamusic 

AllTrails+
I'm excited to share that I’m now a Trailheads Ambassador for AllTrails+! If you love exploring the outdoors, AllTrails+ is your ultimate adventure companion. Get offline maps, real-time wrong-turn alerts, and trail previews to help you hike smarter and safer. Plus, with 3D maps and deeper trail insights, planning your next trek has never been easier.

Try AllTrails+ free for 7 days, and when you sign up using my referral link, you’ll get 30% off your AllTrails+ membership!

Sign up here: AllTrails+ (promo is only redeemable via web and not the app)

Ursa Minor Outfitters - Inspired by the outdoors, Created by local artists 

Go check them at www.ursaminoroutfitters.com and don’t forget to enter the promo code HikesMics10 at checkout to receive 10% off your order. 

Caminatas y Micrófonos - Episodio en Español #03 - Juan Marcos29 Sep 202300:52:12

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En nuestro tercer episodio, tenemos otro invitado que regresa al podcast desde el sureste, su nombre es Juan Marcos, y comparte sobre sus increíbles experiencias de senderismo a través del sureste de EE.UU. y Ecuador, asegúrese de seguirlo en Instagram @junglemarkadventure

Este episodio con Juan Marcos nos cuenta sobre el oasis de cascadas que es Alabama, un encuentro con una cascabel y algunos de sus lugares favoritos para explorar en Ecuador.

Enlaces del episodio:
UT Hiking Kilts

Síguenos en Instagram, @Hikesandmics

La música de este episodio fue creada por el hermano Leo de Colombia, síguelo en Instagram, @leomilanr

AllTrails+
I'm excited to share that I’m now a Trailheads Ambassador for AllTrails+! If you love exploring the outdoors, AllTrails+ is your ultimate adventure companion. Get offline maps, real-time wrong-turn alerts, and trail previews to help you hike smarter and safer. Plus, with 3D maps and deeper trail insights, planning your next trek has never been easier.

Try AllTrails+ free for 7 days, and when you sign up using my referral link, you’ll get 30% off your AllTrails+ membership!

Sign up here: AllTrails+ (promo is only redeemable via web and not the app)

Ursa Minor Outfitters - Inspired by the outdoors, Created by local artists 

Go check them at www.ursaminoroutfitters.com and don’t forget to enter the promo code HikesMics10 at checkout to receive 10% off your order. 

S04 - Bonus Episode #07 - Joshua from Foretold Coffee Co.25 Sep 202300:53:54

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As we put the finishing touches on our Season 4 premiere episode, this episode was too good not to share at the start of the Fall hiking season so we’re sharing this bonus episode with Joshua from Foretold Coffee Company on a Monday, you can follow them on Instagram @foretoldcoffeeco

In today's episode, Joshua shares with us the inspirational origin story of Foretold Coffee Co, some of his favorite hikes in and around Washington, and he breaks down how their different varieties came to be, including my personal favorite, Mexican Honey, which once you hear the story behind it, you’ll appreciate it as much as I do.

And Joshua and the team at Foretold Coffee Company are offering Hikes & Mics listeners a special offer of 10% off your 1st bag of coffee when you use the promo code “HikesMics10” at check out.

Episode Links:
Foretold Coffee Co. Website
Use Promo Code “HIKESMICS10” at checkout for 10% off your first bag of coffee


Follow us on Instagram, @Hikesandmics

This episode's music was created by Ketsa, follow him on Instagram @Ketsamusic 

AllTrails+
I'm excited to share that I’m now a Trailheads Ambassador for AllTrails+! If you love exploring the outdoors, AllTrails+ is your ultimate adventure companion. Get offline maps, real-time wrong-turn alerts, and trail previews to help you hike smarter and safer. Plus, with 3D maps and deeper trail insights, planning your next trek has never been easier.

Try AllTrails+ free for 7 days, and when you sign up using my referral link, you’ll get 30% off your AllTrails+ membership!

Sign up here: AllTrails+ (promo is only redeemable via web and not the app)

Ursa Minor Outfitters - Inspired by the outdoors, Created by local artists 

Go check them at www.ursaminoroutfitters.com and don’t forget to enter the promo code HikesMics10 at checkout to receive 10% off your order. 

Caminatas y Micrófonos - Episodio en Español #02 - Jonathon 22 Sep 202300:47:30

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En nuestro segundo episodio, tenemos un invitado increíble del sur de California, su nombre es Jonathon, y comparte con nosotros sus increíbles experiencias de senderismo a través de California y el suroeste, asegúrese de seguirlo en Instagram @__juanflowers__

Durante nuestra plática con Jonathon, aprendemos cómo se inició en el senderismo, cuáles han sido algunas de sus caminatas favoritas hasta el momento, y cómo logró crear y cultivar una increíble comunidad de senderismo a través de su organización Outdoor Adventures+.

Enlaces del episodio:
Outdoor Adventures+ Instagram
Outdoor Adventures+ Facebook
Outdoor Adventures+ YouTube
Athletic Brewing Co. - Use code: JONATHONF20 (to get 20% off of your online purchase)

Síguenos en Instagram, @Hikesandmics

La música de este episodio fue creada por el hermano Leo de Colombia, síguelo en Instagram, @leomilanr

AllTrails+
I'm excited to share that I’m now a Trailheads Ambassador for AllTrails+! If you love exploring the outdoors, AllTrails+ is your ultimate adventure companion. Get offline maps, real-time wrong-turn alerts, and trail previews to help you hike smarter and safer. Plus, with 3D maps and deeper trail insights, planning your next trek has never been easier.

Try AllTrails+ free for 7 days, and when you sign up using my referral link, you’ll get 30% off your AllTrails+ membership!

Sign up here: AllTrails+ (promo is only redeemable via web and not the app)

Ursa Minor Outfitters - Inspired by the outdoors, Created by local artists 

Go check them at www.ursaminoroutfitters.com and don’t forget to enter the promo code HikesMics10 at checkout to receive 10% off your order. 

S03 - #13 Episode - Sherri18 Sep 202300:37:24

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And in today's Season 3 finale we’re talking to an amazing individual who has called home to two of my favorite places, Arizona and Hawaiʻi. Her name is Sherri and you can follow her on Instagram @ninjahikergirl

Sherri shares with us some of her favorite places to hike in and around Arizona, including a personal favorite of mine, South Mountain. She also shares about her hikes out to Weaver’s Needle and Quartz Peak. Two years ago, she moved across the Pacific to the Big Island of Hawaiʻi and shares with us her experience witnessing Moana Loa erupting this year.

Follow us on Instagram, @Hikesandmics

This episode's music was created by Ketsa, follow him on Instagram @Ketsamusic 

AllTrails+
I'm excited to share that I’m now a Trailheads Ambassador for AllTrails+! If you love exploring the outdoors, AllTrails+ is your ultimate adventure companion. Get offline maps, real-time wrong-turn alerts, and trail previews to help you hike smarter and safer. Plus, with 3D maps and deeper trail insights, planning your next trek has never been easier.

Try AllTrails+ free for 7 days, and when you sign up using my referral link, you’ll get 30% off your AllTrails+ membership!

Sign up here: AllTrails+ (promo is only redeemable via web and not the app)

Ursa Minor Outfitters - Inspired by the outdoors, Created by local artists 

Go check them at www.ursaminoroutfitters.com and don’t forget to enter the promo code HikesMics10 at checkout to receive 10% off your order. 

Caminatas y Micrófonos - Episodio en Español #01 - Dani15 Sep 202300:41:59

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Bienvenidos todos al Podcast de Caminatas y Micrófonos, Yo soy Iván, y juntos nos embarcamos en un viaje semanal, conectándonos con increíbles senderistas de todos los rincones de los Estados Unidos y más allá. 

Para el Mes de la Herencia Hispana/LatinX estamos estrenando cuatro episodios en español desde el 15 de Septiembre hasta el 13 de Octubre presentando algunos increíbles senderistas compartiendo sus increíbles aventuras en la naturaleza.

En nuestro primer episodio, una increíble invitada regresa al podcast, su nombre es Dani, comparte con nosotros sus increíbles experiencias de senderismo y viajes tanto en los Estados Unidos como en el extranjero, asegúrate de seguirla en Instagram @dannimanti

Durante nuestra divertida plática con Dani, aprendemos sobre su hermoso país de Colombia, los increíbles Parques Nacionales y Estatales que ha visitado con su familia, y algunas increíbles experiencias de senderismo en Perú.

Dani también está viajando de regreso a Colombia a finales de Septiembre para una misión humanitaria en beneficio de los niños en su país, ella ha hecho un increíble trabajo de recolección de una variedad de artículos para distribuir, si desea ayudar a cubrir los gastos de envío, por favor póngase en contacto con Dani en Instagram para donar a una causa increíble antes del 23 de septiembre.

Enlaces del episodio:
Inca Ruins of Moray
Chaco's Link

Síguenos en Instagram, @Hikesandmics

La música de este episodio fue creada por el hermano Leo de Colombia, síguelo en Instagram, @leomilanr

AllTrails+
I'm excited to share that I’m now a Trailheads Ambassador for AllTrails+! If you love exploring the outdoors, AllTrails+ is your ultimate adventure companion. Get offline maps, real-time wrong-turn alerts, and trail previews to help you hike smarter and safer. Plus, with 3D maps and deeper trail insights, planning your next trek has never been easier.

Try AllTrails+ free for 7 days, and when you sign up using my referral link, you’ll get 30% off your AllTrails+ membership!

Sign up here: AllTrails+ (promo is only redeemable via web and not the app)

Ursa Minor Outfitters - Inspired by the outdoors, Created by local artists 

Go check them at www.ursaminoroutfitters.com and don’t forget to enter the promo code HikesMics10 at checkout to receive 10% off your order. 

S03 - #12 Episode - Geno11 Sep 202300:52:42

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On today's episode we’re heading back to Northern California and talking with Geno about his amazing adventures in and around Northern California’s beautiful landscapes. You can follow him on Instagram @ggonzales1981

Geno shares with us in the episode how over the last five years his passion for hiking and the outdoors has led him to some spectacular locations across the state of California and even the PNW. He shares some of his favorite hikes within a short drive of his homebase, his amazing road trip along the Oregon Coast and into Washington, and provides us with some insights on how he’s been able to capture some of his amazing photographs and videos on trail.

Follow us on Instagram, @Hikesandmics

This episode's music was created by Ketsa, follow him on Instagram @Ketsamusic 

AllTrails+
I'm excited to share that I’m now a Trailheads Ambassador for AllTrails+! If you love exploring the outdoors, AllTrails+ is your ultimate adventure companion. Get offline maps, real-time wrong-turn alerts, and trail previews to help you hike smarter and safer. Plus, with 3D maps and deeper trail insights, planning your next trek has never been easier.

Try AllTrails+ free for 7 days, and when you sign up using my referral link, you’ll get 30% off your AllTrails+ membership!

Sign up here: AllTrails+ (promo is only redeemable via web and not the app)

Ursa Minor Outfitters - Inspired by the outdoors, Created by local artists 

Go check them at www.ursaminoroutfitters.com and don’t forget to enter the promo code HikesMics10 at checkout to receive 10% off your order. 

S03 - #11 Episode - Suzanne Roberts04 Sep 202300:39:53

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On today's episode we have a special guest, Author and Thru-Hiker, Suzanne Roberts. Who's releasing a New Edition of her book, Almost Somewhere - Twenty-Eight Days on the John Muir Trail. This new edition includes an afterword by Suzanne looking back on the ways both she and the John Muir Trail have changed over the past thirty years, as well as book club and classroom discussion questions and photographs from the trip.  Check out the episode show notes to pre-order your copy today. You can follow her on Instagram @suzanneroberts28

We recorded this episode earlier this summer, when Suzanne embarked on her El Camino journey through Spain. In this episode, Suzanne delves into the origins of her John Muir Trail adventure from the pages of "Almost Somewhere". She also reflects on some key differences she observed during her most recent JMT trek compared to her first experience back in 1993. Suzanne also imparts valuable advice to aspiring authors who also share a love for hiking.

Episode Links:
Suzanne's Website
Pre-order the New Edition of Almost Somewhere

Follow us on Instagram, @Hikesandmics

This episode's music was created by Ketsa, follow him on Instagram @Ketsamusic 

AllTrails+
I'm excited to share that I’m now a Trailheads Ambassador for AllTrails+! If you love exploring the outdoors, AllTrails+ is your ultimate adventure companion. Get offline maps, real-time wrong-turn alerts, and trail previews to help you hike smarter and safer. Plus, with 3D maps and deeper trail insights, planning your next trek has never been easier.

Try AllTrails+ free for 7 days, and when you sign up using my referral link, you’ll get 30% off your AllTrails+ membership!

Sign up here: AllTrails+ (promo is only redeemable via web and not the app)

Ursa Minor Outfitters - Inspired by the outdoors, Created by local artists 

Go check them at www.ursaminoroutfitters.com and don’t forget to enter the promo code HikesMics10 at checkout to receive 10% off your order. 

S11 - Episode #09 - Melanie25 Aug 202501:02:41

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🎙️ From First Steps to Thousands of Miles with Melanie aka Poppi 🌲🥾

In this episode of Hikes & Mics, we sit down with Melanie, whose journey from two simple overnight trips to conquering the Pacific Crest Trail, Colorado Trail, and Arizona Trail is nothing short of inspiring. With a background in nutrition, she shares how fueling your body with intention can transform the trail experience—from protein coffee rituals to the importance of macronutrients on thru-hikes.

We dive into the highs and lows of her PCT flip-flop year, summit stories on the Colorado Trail, and the surprises of snow and storms on the AZT. Melanie also opens up about her trail name “Poppi,” her adventures with her Aussie pup Butters, and the mindset that keeps her steady through both breathtaking sunrises and brutal storms. 🌄🐾

✨ If you’ve ever dreamed of a thru-hike but felt intimidated, Melanie’s story proves that courage, community, and curiosity can carry you farther than you think.

Episode Links:
Melanie on Instagram
PNWoofs Dog Barkery

This episode was Produced by Jordyn Smith, follow her on Instagram @jordyn.journeys

Follow us on Instagram, @Hikesandmics

AllTrails+
I'm excited to share that I’m now a Trailheads Ambassador for AllTrails+! If you love exploring the outdoors, AllTrails+ is your ultimate adventure companion. Get offline maps, real-time wrong-turn alerts, and trail previews to help you hike smarter and safer. Plus, with 3D maps and deeper trail insights, planning your next trek has never been easier.

Try AllTrails+ free for 7 days, and when you sign up using my referral link, you’ll get 30% off your AllTrails+ membership!

Sign up here: AllTrails+ (promo is only redeemable via web and not the app)

Ursa Minor Outfitters - Inspired by the outdoors, Created by local artists 

Go check them at www.ursaminoroutfitters.com and don’t forget to enter the promo code HikesMics10 at checkout to receive 10% off your order. 

S03 - Bonus Episode #06 - Justice from Connect and Hike01 Sep 202300:42:15

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We have a new bonus episode this week featuring an amazing guest from Austin, Texas. His name is Justice and you can follow him on Instagram @justiceharker

In today's episode, Justice shares with us what it's like moving from Eastern Canada to the great state of Texas. He also shares with us some of his most memorable hikes in and around Texas and the Southwest. Since moving to Austin, he’s been able to build up an amazing hiking community through the Connect and Hike outdoor social club. Their aim is to make hiking and camping accessible, while promoting physical and mental well-being through inclusive hiking experiences that connect individuals with nature and community. To learn more about how to get involved be sure to check out the episode show notes for all the links.

Episode Links:
Connect and Hike Website
Connect and Hike Linktree
Connect and Hike Instagram

Follow us on Instagram, @Hikesandmics

This episode's music was created by Ketsa, follow him on Instagram @Ketsamusic 

AllTrails+
I'm excited to share that I’m now a Trailheads Ambassador for AllTrails+! If you love exploring the outdoors, AllTrails+ is your ultimate adventure companion. Get offline maps, real-time wrong-turn alerts, and trail previews to help you hike smarter and safer. Plus, with 3D maps and deeper trail insights, planning your next trek has never been easier.

Try AllTrails+ free for 7 days, and when you sign up using my referral link, you’ll get 30% off your AllTrails+ membership!

Sign up here: AllTrails+ (promo is only redeemable via web and not the app)

Ursa Minor Outfitters - Inspired by the outdoors, Created by local artists 

Go check them at www.ursaminoroutfitters.com and don’t forget to enter the promo code HikesMics10 at checkout to receive 10% off your order. 

S03 - #10 Episode - Bort28 Aug 202300:47:37

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And on today's episode we travel down under to chat with Bort as he shares his experiences both in the States and in Australia. While we recorded this episode while he was still living in Australia, he recently moved back to the States, on Instagram you can follow him, @drbortedwards

We talk with Bort about his travels and hikes across the states from National Parks to National Forest and State Parks. We do some deep dives on some of the beautiful yet invasive flowering plants in the states.  He also shares with us some of the unique bushwhacking opportunities in and around Australia, while also sharing some best practices and advice when out in Dropbear country! 

Follow us on Instagram, @Hikesandmics

This episode's music was created by Ketsa, follow him on Instagram @Ketsamusic 

AllTrails+
I'm excited to share that I’m now a Trailheads Ambassador for AllTrails+! If you love exploring the outdoors, AllTrails+ is your ultimate adventure companion. Get offline maps, real-time wrong-turn alerts, and trail previews to help you hike smarter and safer. Plus, with 3D maps and deeper trail insights, planning your next trek has never been easier.

Try AllTrails+ free for 7 days, and when you sign up using my referral link, you’ll get 30% off your AllTrails+ membership!

Sign up here: AllTrails+ (promo is only redeemable via web and not the app)

Ursa Minor Outfitters - Inspired by the outdoors, Created by local artists 

Go check them at www.ursaminoroutfitters.com and don’t forget to enter the promo code HikesMics10 at checkout to receive 10% off your order. 

S03 - #09 Episode - Rue McKenrick from the American Perimeter Trail21 Aug 202301:00:18

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On today's episode we Rue McKenrick, the Creator and Executive Director of The American Perimeter Trail, a 14,000+ mile trail that follows the perimeter of the Contiguous United States, you can follow him on Instagram, @ruemckenrick

During our chat with Rue, we learn about how his love for the outdoors as a child has catapulted him in exploring our beautiful country, Rue shares with us how after completing the Triple Crown of Hiking the seed for The American Perimeter sprouted and 10+ years later, he’s building a wonderful community across the country to help continue to grow the American Perimeter Trail Conference.

Episode Links:
Rue on Facebook
American Perimeter Trail Facebook Community
American Perimeter Trail Instagram
American Perimeter Trail Facebook
American Perimeter Trail Website

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S03 - Bonus Episode #05 - Em18 Aug 202300:47:47

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We have a new bonus episode this week featuring an amazing guest from Colorado, her name is Em and you can follow her on Instagram @emily_goes_exploring

In this episode, Em shares with us what’s like moving from the Midwest to the Rocky Mountains. She shares some of her memorable 14ers and takes us across the globe by sharing about her adventures in Costa Rica, South Africa, and Europe. She also shares about an amazing trek that she’ll be starting at the beginning of September across the Atlantic, thru-hiking the scenic West Highland Way in Scotland.

She’s currently fundraising to help raise funds for The Cairn Project grants program, which offers funding to local groups around the country that are connecting girls and gender expansive youth to opportunities to learn in outdoor spaces.

Episode Links:
The Cairn Project - Em's Fundraising Page
The Cairn Project Instagram
Kungsleden - The King's Trail in Sweden
The West Highland Way Trail

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S03 - #08 Episode - Leilah15 Aug 202300:48:29

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And on today's episode we are heading back to Pennsylvania and talking to Leilah about her incredible journey in hiking and backpacking around the Northeast, you can follow her on Instagram, @leilah.grace.adventures

During our chat with Leilah, we learn about what’s like hiking in and around PA, her inspirational journey into backpacking, and some of her amazing experiences section hiking the AT in Pennsylvania.

Episode Links:
Four Kids and a PhD Mama Blog
Leilah on Trail Sisters
Leilah on All Women All Trails

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S03 - #07 Episode - Allie & Zack07 Aug 202301:01:48

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And on today's episode we are going international as we head up North to Canada to speak with our first hiking couple to come on to the podcast, the husband and wife team of Zack & Allie. You can follow them on Instagram, @henderson.adventures

During our chat with Zack & Allie, we chat about the amazing Banff National Park and all the other amazing places in and around Alberta. Zack & Allie share with us about a challenging hike that took 8 hours but they were told it would only take 2 and how they have since reclaimed that hike by completing it multiple times. We also learn about the magic of ice skating across Lake Louise and how the Southern Alberta landscapes share similarities to Southern Utah and Northern Arizona. 

Episode Links:
Banff & Lake Louise
Moraine Lake
The Boss - Banff's Legendary Grizzly

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S03 - Bonus Episode #4 - Justin from Just Trek04 Aug 202301:09:12

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Welcome to our latest bonus episode featuring Justin aka Justroc from @Just.Trek an outdoor inspired podcast, hiking group, indie apparel brand, and blog. The platform aims to inspire, motivate, and elevate people to a higher state of well being. Elevation is their recreation.

In this episode, Justin shares with us some of his favorite hikes in and around Los Angeles County. From Coastal Hikes to High Elevation peaks, LA has a hike for all hikers. We learn about how Just Trek started, how a day hike up Mt. Whitney turned into a nearly 24 hour day, and some of the amazing group hikes he hosts, including a Star Wars themed hike through the landscape used in the Mandalorian.

Episode Links:
Just Trek Website
Just Trek YouTube
Just Trek Patreon
Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area

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S03 - #06 Episode - Mike31 Jul 202301:03:05

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And on today's episode we have an amazing guest whose on an extraordinary journey to reach the highest points both domestically and abroad, his name is Mike and you can follow him on Instagram @highpointmike

During our chat with Mike, we learn how a challenging climb up Mount Humphreys led him to get involved in highpointing. He shares with us some of the most unique and challenging highpoints he’s tackled here in the United States, along with some of the amazing places he’s visited abroad, including a military escort back down to the trailhead.

Episode Links:
Highpoint Mike Blog
Highpoint Mike on TikTok
Mike's Linktree

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S03 - #05 Episode - Daniela24 Jul 202300:50:19

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On today's episode, our amazing guest, Daniela, shares with us her amazing hiking and travel experiences both in the states and abroad, make sure to follow her on Instagram @dannimanti

During our fun chat with Dani, we learn about how a last minute trip cancellation turned into a popular family travel trip, she also shares about the incredible experiences she’s had in her home country of Colombia, and her unique trek up Rainbow Mountain in Peru.

Episode Links:
Inca Ruins of Moray
Chaco's Link

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S03 - #04 Episode - David17 Jul 202300:42:08

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And on today's episode, we’re heading back out to the Northeast and Upstate NY with our guest, David, make sure to follow him on Instagram @davidtrestick 

During our great chat with David, we learn all about the amazing hiking lists he’s been able to complete in and around the Northeast, his winter trip to the PNW, and an unexpected wildlife encounter with a moose!

Episode Links:
Ski Gondola Picture
Carrick-A-Rede Rope Bridge

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S11 - Episode #08 - Brett18 Aug 202500:45:59

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🎙️ Peak Lists, Family Trips & 1,000+ Summits with Brett of @thehuntindaddy ⛰️

In this episode of Hikes & Mics, we’re joined by Brett Marciasini—peak bagger, hunter-turned-hiker, and dad passing his love for the outdoors on to the next generation. From tackling Nevada’s most remote ranges to standing nearly 19,000 feet high in Ecuador, Brett shares what it’s like chasing lists, solitude, and adventure across the West.

We talk about completing the 63 Oguls, 91 Great Basin Peaks (and counting), and every Nevada county high point, as well as the challenges of sketchy roads to trailheads and even a broken ankle on the way to his 1,000th summit. Brett also shares how hiking with his kids has reshaped the way he sees the trail—and why the journey matters as much as the peak.

🎧 Tune in for an inspiring conversation about grit, family, and finding beauty in the places few others go.

Episode Links:
Brett on Instagram

This episode was Produced by Jordyn Smith, follow her on Instagram @jordyn.journeys

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S03 - Bonus Episode #3 - Kevin from Park Life14 Jul 202300:44:55

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Welcome to our latest bonus episode featuring Kevin from Park Life, a brand dedicated to the great outdoors. Their mission is simple: to inspire and empower everyone to embrace the Park Life. By encouraging people to venture outside, visit breathtaking National, State, and Local Parks, and actively protect these natural wonders, Park Life is making a positive impact.

The creation of Park Life sprouted from an unforgettable adventure when Co-Founder Kevin and his friends embarked on a cross-country journey in a Cruise America RV. In this episode, Kevin takes us through the incredible story behind their road trip, including navigating through one of the world's busiest cities. We also learn about all things Park Life and what the brand has in store for 2023 and beyond.

We must express our gratitude to Kevin and Park Life for their early on support of our Podcast. Not only have they graciously hosted our episodes on their website, but they also have an exclusive offer for our loyal listeners. By using the promo code HikesMics10, you can now enjoy a 10% discount on your Park Life order. It's the perfect opportunity to enhance your outdoor experience with some amazing apparel and gear.

Episode Links:
Park Life Website
Park Life Instagram
Park Life FaceBook
Park Life TikTok

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S03 - #03 Episode - Alison10 Jul 202300:47:09

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And on today's episode, we have an incredible guest. While currently based out of SoCal, Alison takes us on an amazing journey around her home country of Spain. To see some of the incredible photographs from her previous and recent hiking adventures, make sure to follow her on Instagram @risingsummits

During our amazing chat with Alison, we learn about her journey into hiking and backpacking which includes exploring the Alps, Pyrenees, and Dolomites. One of which included a wildlife encounter that went from frightful to magical in a split of second. Lastly we also learn how she’s creatively merging her professional background and love for hiking into inspirational content.

Episode Links:
Tour du Mont Blanc

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S03 - #02 Episode - PJ03 Jul 202300:49:05

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And on today's episode, we have an amazing guest. Get ready to travel around the globe as we chat with PJ. If you want to keep up with his amazing travel and hiking adventures, make sure to follow him on Instagram @pj.forgione

During our conversation, I had the opportunity to learn about PJ’s amazing travel experiences both domestically and abroad. He shares his love for the PNW, his incredible cruise around South America, and what it's like backpacking in the Enchantments.

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S03 - #01 Episode - Anna 26 Jun 202301:03:50

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And on today's Season 3 Premiere, folks, we have a truly exciting guest. Get ready to be inspired as we welcome the incredible Anna, known to many as Magic on the AT. If you want to keep up with her inspiring journey, make sure to follow her on Instagram @annamckinney22.

During our conversation, I had the absolute pleasure of delving into Anna's transformative journey, from day hiking to backpacking, and ultimately conquering the mighty Appalachian Trail. She also shares tales of her outdoor experiences in the picturesque landscapes of Wisconsin. And to top it all off, we dive deep into the intriguing topic of striking a balance between social media and the great outdoors

Episode Links:
Anna's Linktree
Devil's Lake State Park

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S02 - #33 Episode - John Mark12 Jun 202300:43:23

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We have an exciting guest on the Season 2 Finale episode. His name is John Mark also known as Jungle Mark on Instagram and you can follow him @junglemarkadventure

I had such a great time talking with John Mark on this episode. We learn about the hiking scene in Tennessee and the Southeast, his amazing experiences traveling across Ecuador, and his joy for rock climbing.

Episode Links:
UT Hiking Kilts

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S02 - #32 Episode - Juan Pablo05 Jun 202301:04:08

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We have an exciting guest on today’s episode. His name is Juan Pablo also known as JP and you can follow his adventures on Instagram @pct.data

I had such a fun time chatting with Juan Pable on this episode. He has a great Instagram feed where he shares PCT and Hiking related data collected from various sources. After recently re-introducing himself into hiking and backpacking, we talk about some of his favorite hikes in and around Portland, how he collects and compiles his various data sources, and what he’s learned along the way.

Episode Links:
PCT Data Blog

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S02 - #31 Episode - Melissa29 May 202300:48:43

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We have an amazing guest from the North Shore of Minnesota on today’s episode. Her name is Melissa and you can follow her adventures on Instagram @northshoreexplorermn

I had a great time chatting with Melissa on this episode. She shares what it's like to hike in and around the North Shore of Lake Superior, some of its truly unique features both on and off the trail, including an on the water trail only accessible via kayak.

Episode Links:
North Shore Explorer MN website
North Shore Explorer MN Facebook

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S02 - #30 Episode - Elise22 May 202300:52:57

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We have an amazing guest on today’s episode. Elise has not only participated in the 52 Hike Challenge but she is also a 52 Hike Challenge Leader, as well as a Certified Hiking Guide, you can follow her adventures on Instagram @hike_explore_recharge

I had a great time chatting with Elise on this episode. She shares what it's like to hike in both the East Coast and Southwest, an unexpected bear encounter, and her new company aimed at sparking passion and purpose into Women’s lives.

Episode Links:
HER -  Hike, Explore, Recharge

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S02 - Bonus Episode #2 - Cindy from 48 Peaks Hike for Alzheimer's19 May 202300:55:25

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Our newest bonus episode is with Cindy from 48 Peaks Hike for Alzheimer's. Established in 2013, each year hikers climb the 48 4,000 footers in the White Mountains of New Hampshire in the quest to end Alzheimer’s and dementia. In one big collective effort, they’re climbing to the tops of NH's 4,000 footers and beyond to raise funds and awareness for all those affected by Alzheimer's and other dementias. One team for each peak, with the Alzheimer's cause driving it all. To learn more follow them on Instagram @48peaksalz and be sure to check out all the links in the episode show notes for more information and resources about Alzheimer's and dementia.

48 Peaks Hike for Alzheimer’s Links:

Alzheimer’s Association Links:

Books about the White Mountains:

  • AMC White Mountain Guide – for trail details & maps
  • 48 Peaks: Hiking & Healing in the White Mountains, by Cheryl Suchors
  • Not Without Peril, by Nicholas Howe
  • Critical Hours: Search & Rescue in the White Mountains, by Sandy Stott
  • Where You’ll Find Me: Risks, Decisions, and the Last Climb of Kate Matrosova, by Ty Gagne
  • The Last Traverse: Tragedy & Resilience in the Winter Whites, by Ty Gagne

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S02 - #29 Episode - Julie & Sara15 May 202300:55:25

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We have two amazing guests on today’s episode. We have best friends Julie & Sara on the podcast, you can follow their adventures on Instagram @folkloreadventures

I had such a fun time chatting with both Julie & Sara on this episode. They’ve had some amazing adventures together and they share with us not just the good, but also the not so good of hiking and backpacking, best of all they never let the challenging parts slow them down. We hear about how they got started hiking and backpacking together, their amazing trip to Patagonia, and a close call with a curious bear.

Episode Links:
Xiaozishan Trail(Three Peaks in Taiwan)
Torres del Paine National Park

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S11 - Episode #07 - George aka Keeper11 Aug 202500:54:16

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🎙 No One Walks the Trail Alone

This week, we sit down with George Eshelman — U.S. Army veteran, three-time Appalachian Trail finisher, and the real-life subject of The Keeper film. George shares his raw and powerful story of how hiking the AT — while carrying over 300 name tapes of fallen brothers and sisters — became both a memorial and a turning point in his own battle with PTSD.

From moments of connection with strangers on the trail to the life-saving realization that “you’re not alone,” George opens up about resilience, healing, and the role the outdoors can play in saving lives.

📺 The Keeper is streaming now on Prime, Tubi, and YouTube.

⚠️ Content Warning: This episode contains candid discussions of suicide, PTSD, and sexual assault related to military service. Some of the stories shared may be distressing for certain listeners. Please listen with care and take breaks if needed.

If you're a veteran in crisis—or anyone in need of support—help is available. Dial 988 and press 1 to connect with the Veterans Crisis Line, 24/7.

You are not alone.

Episode Links:
George on Instagram
The Keeper Movie on Instagram
The Keeper Movie Website
The Keeper Movie Facebook

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S02 - #28 Episode - Beth from The Bench Project08 May 202300:48:09

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We have a great guest on today’s episode. She is the Founder of The Bench Project, a Non-Porfit hoping to inspire and nurture the human spirit by enabling connection through a shared experience: one bench at a time. Her name is Beth and you can follow her on Instagram @thebenchproj

I had such a great time chatting with Beth on this episode. We speak about how a trip down to Southern Utah with her daughter opened up a new world of hiking and adventures, we also learn how a 20 year wedding anniversary project on a small farm in Pennsylvania grew into a Non-Profit with over 100 benches across 30+ states.

Episode Links:
The Bench Project Website
The Bench Project TikTok
The Bench Project YouTube
The Bench Project Facebook

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S02 - Bonus Episode #1 - Austin05 May 202300:41:05

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Our first bonus episode is with my friend Austin aka Stinny, who I met in Hawaiʻi. You can follow him on Instagram @austinzeller

Now based out of the East Coast, he and his family will be participating in the annual Ride to End ALZ at the Nation's Capital. On this episode we reminisce on some of Austin’s more memorable hikes in Hawaiʻi, he shares his version of towing me back to shore, and we learn about how he and his family got involved in the Ride to End ALZ.

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Donate towards Team Zeller's Ride to End ALZ
Learn more about the Ride to End ALZ
Other Local Events Supporting the Alzheimer's Association

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S02 - #27 Episode - Riley01 May 202300:56:13

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We recorded this week’s episode prior to our guest starting his PCT journey in April 2023, his name is Riley and you can follow him on Instagram @riley.seeholzer

I had such a fun time chatting with Riley on this episode. We speak about what it’s like hiking in and around Northern Utah, an unexpected wildlife encounter, and his upcoming journey on the Pacific Crest Trail.

Episode Links:
Uinta Mountains
ULA Equipment - Riley's PCT Pack Brand
To The Trail Podcast on Instagram

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S02 - #26 Episode - Sarah24 Apr 202301:10:01

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I’m so stoked to share this episode with you all, the Hawaiian Islands hold a special place in my heart and I’m excited to have our first hiker on the podcast whose living in Hawai‘i, her name is Sarah and you can follow her on instagram @_zerb

I had such a great time chatting with Sarah on this episode. We speak about the different hikes across the island of Oʻahu, from beautiful yet challenging ridge hikes, to some stunning waterfalls, and even discuss some unsanctioned hikes.

Episode Links:
Yellow Rattlesnake Plant
Friends of Haʻikū Stairs

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S02 - #25 Episode - JB & Mike - The Rugged Outdoorsmen17 Apr 202300:53:57

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We have an amazing father and son duo on today’s episode, JB & Mike have been showcasing the beauty of the Southwest on their Instagram feed, you can follow them @theruggedoutdoorsmen

I had such a fun time chatting with both JB & Mike on this episode. We speak about Valley of Fire State Park, their adventure rig, Hercules, and exploring mine shafts.

Episode Links:
The Rugged Outdoorsmen Website
The Rugged Outdoorsmen Facebook
Rugged Coins

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S02 - #24 Episode - Erica10 Apr 202300:53:57

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We have an amazing guest on today’s episode, Erica has created an amazing hiking community both Facebook and Instagram, the PNW Happy Hikers & Backpackers, you can follow on Instagram @pnwhappyhikers

I had such an awesome time chatting with Erica on this episode. We speak about what it's like winter backpacking in the PNW, kayaking in beautiful Wyoming, and we even discuss some Hawaiʻi hikes along the way.

Episode Links:
Join PNW Happy Hikers & Backpackers
PNW Happy Hikers Facebook Page
PNW Happy Hikers Website
ORU Kayaks
Snow Peak Titanium Fork & Spoon

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S02 - #23 Episode - Megan03 Apr 202300:59:13

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We have an amazing guest on today’s episode, her name is Megan and you can follow her on Instagram @smoky.mountain.soul

I had such an awesome time chatting with Megan on this episode. We speak to her about what it's like hiking in her corner of North Carolina. She shares her hiking experiences living nearby the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, some of the beautiful features and history the area has to offer, and some great alternative sites to the National Park.

Episode Links:
Megan's Website
Parking Tag Fees for Great Smoky Mountains NP
Smoky Mountain Soul YouTube
Smoky Mountain Soul TikTok

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S02 - #22 Episode - Karina27 Mar 202300:52:45

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We have an amazing guest on today’s episode, her name is Karina and you can follow her on Instagram @pnwyogi_

I had such a great time chatting with Karina on this episode. As someone who has felt the benefits of incorporating yoga to aid in my recovery from not just hiking but snowboarding and running, I was stoked to have Karina come on the podcast. We speak to her about the amazing work she's doing combining her love of yoga and hiking into retreats that are available to the community to sign up for. She also shares her experiences hiking both on the east and west coast, her favorite sections of the PNW, and the benefits of incorporating yoga into your hiking routine.

Episode Links:
Karina's Website
Upcoming Retreats
Schedule a Consultation
Karina's Podcast - The True Adventure Podcast
PAILS & RAILS

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S02 - #21 Episode - Tami20 Mar 202300:58:13

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We have an amazing and inspiring guest on today’s episode, her name is Tami and you can follow her on Instagram @tamionthetrail

I had such a fun time chatting with Tami on this episode. We learn about what it's like hiking in Northern California, her amazing road trips across the west coast, and her JMT journey.

Episode Links:
Tami's Facebook
Agnes the Adventurous Avo
It Takes Guts Non-Profit Instagram
The HER Project
CNOC Water Containers
The Trans-Catalina Trail

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S02 - #20 Episode - Casey13 Mar 202300:46:37

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We have an amazing guest on today’s episode, his name is Casey and you can follow him on Instagram at @the_hiking_fool

I had a great time chatting with Casey on this episode. We learn about his favorite places along the Columbia River Gorge, backpacking trips in National Forests, and his four-legged compadre, Watts.

Episode Links:
Wiggy's Light Weight Waders
The Hiking Fool Swag Shop

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S11 - Episode #06 - Maddie (@nomaddiie)04 Aug 202501:20:56

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🎙️Bears, Breakups & Big Views with Maddie of @nomaddiie🐻⛰️

In this episode of Hikes & Mics, we’re joined by Maddie—solo traveler, outdoor content creator, and aspiring wildlife biologist. From road-tripping in her Toyota Corolla to finally summiting Angel’s Landing, Maddie shares how a breakup led her to rediscover freedom, purpose, and presence in the outdoors.

We talk about her journey to visit all 63 U.S. National Parks, what it’s like hiking solo as a woman, and how nature has played a key role in her mental health journey. She also shares some powerful wildlife encounters—including a bear charge at Sequoia—and why education and Leave No Trace matter more than ever.

🎧 Tune in for a vulnerable, inspiring, and real conversation about choosing yourself, chasing big views, and protecting the places we love.

Episode Links:
Maddie on Instagram
Maddie on Facebook
Maddie's Beacons Page
Maddie on TikTok

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S02 - #19 Episode - Bink06 Mar 202300:56:30

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We have an amazing guest on today’s episode, her name is Bink and you can follow her on Instagram at @adventuresofbink

I had a fun time chatting with Bink on this episode. We learn about her backpacking trips across the Southwest and West Coast, her Vanlife experience, and her love for bears.

Episode Links:
Bink's Website
Bink's TikTok
Bink's Facebook
The Hayduke Trail
Maryhill Stonehenge
Altra Lone Peaks
Xero Sandals
Rite in the Rain Notebooks
Aravaipa Canyon Wilderness

Episode Correction: White Pocket in Arizona, not White Bluffs

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S02 - #18 Episode - Justis27 Feb 202300:18:29

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We have an amazing guest on today’s episode, his name is Justis, you can follow him on Instagram at @pnw.backpacker

I had a great time chatting with Justis on this episode. We learn about his backpacking trips across the PNW, his favorite hot spring, and his upcoming journey on the PCT.

I also want to thank Justis for re-recording his responses after we had some technical difficulties. This episode reminded me of season 1 and being on the trail. Looking forward to going back out this spring.

Episode Links:
Dick's Primal Burger

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S02 - #17 Episode - Haley20 Feb 202300:57:02

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We have an amazing guest on today’s episode, her name is Haley, you can follow her on Instagram at @haleyheath & @thereroutedfamily

I had a fun time chatting with Haley on this episode. We learn about her transformative trip to Arizona that ignited her passion for traveling and the outdoors, some of the amazing National Parks in and around the Midwest, and and her unique wildlife encounters in Arizona.  

Episode Links:
Amethyst
Garmin Instinct 2 Solar
The Rerouted Life Website

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