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Colorado Adventures with Erik Schlimmer27 Aug 202400:47:48

Erik gives Hike an introduction into Colorado adventures. As someone who moved from Upstate NY to Colorado, Erik gives some comparisons and contrasts  between Adirondack and Rocky Mountain hiking.  Erik touches on both the more adventurous backpacking peak bagging and route finding and also gives some recommendations for the more casual day hiker.


Listen to our first episode on the Trans ADK route here

Connect with Erik: @schlimmer_goes




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Connect with Hike:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Sheltowee Trace Trail with Misty Bischoff06 Aug 202400:54:27
Misty comes back on the show to chat about her recent thru-hike of the Sheltowee Trace Trail. We also talk about hiking with dogs, getting hitches in Kentucky and Tennessee, and close out with some favorite Michigan hiking trails. Misty's been on the show a few times so I've also included some links below so you can catch up on our conversations.

The Sheltowee Trace trail runs 343 miles from the northern boundary of the  Daniel Boone National Forest in Rowan County, Kentucky to the southern boundary of Big South Fork NRRA in Scott County, Tennessee. (sheltoweetrace.org)

Connect with Misty:
Instagram: @dantedirtstash

Best place to find out the latest trail info for Sheltowee Trace:
Sheltowee Trace Association 

Listen to some of our previous episodes:


Hike's 4 Year Anniversary Episode: Misty Bischoff, Zach Kuss, and Tim Smith
Appalachia: The Trail Magic that Inspires Us
Five Michigan Backpacking Adventures with Misty Bischoff

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Connect with Hike:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

A Thousand Miles on the Appalachian Trail with Nick Wheatley29 Oct 202300:55:43

Nick shares his summer hiking from Springer to Harper's Ferry. He hiked 1000 miles also wearing one of my Hike hats. We chat about what it is really like on trail and the lessons he took back afterwards. This conversation inspired me and I know it will inspire you. On trail or off trail, Nick's story will resonate with you. 

Connect with Nick "Show Me": 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nthew3/


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Connect with Hike:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

From Thru-Hiking the Appalachian Trail to Blazing a Hiking Community with Heidi "Picasso" Nisbett18 Feb 202101:03:07

Heidi "Picasso" Nisbett aka Sketching Summits shares her journey from her first long thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail to helping to blaze the hiking community within Charlotte, North Carolina. Heidi shares how the Appalachian inspired her to sketch (and be featured as a Appalachian Trail Conservancy featured #trailismymuse artist), and find a community of hikers as she brings all types of hikers together as part of Trail Talks and meetups at Blue Blaze Brewing.  She's hosted thru hikers Jessica "Dixie" Mills, Jennifer Pharr Davis and Heather Anderson.

We cover her section hikes of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail through the wilderness of the Linville Gorge and  the urban trails in Raleigh-Durham. She shares trail stories and favorite parts of hiking the Art Loeb Trail, Foothills Trail, Superior Hiking Trail and more.

Reach out to Heidi to check out her art or even commission a sketch of your own favorite summit photo.

Connect with Heidi:
Instagram: @sketchingsummits
Web site: Sketching Summits
Find out more about Blue Blaze Brewing

Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Special thank you to Isabella, Tim, Leisel, Greg, Julie, Colin and Aaron for being show patrons!


Music track "Name & Noise" by Thorn & Shout off of the album Thorn & Shout used under the Creative Commons license. 


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Connect with Hike:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Thru Hiking Tips and Blue Ridge Mountain Hikes with Leisel and Dave Bailey11 Feb 202100:56:30

Leisel and Dave share tips on preparing and planning for thru hikes, hiking as a couple and their favorite hikes along the Blue Ridge Parkway and Southern Appalachian Mountains including the Foothills Trail, Art Loeb Trail and completing the South Beyond 6000 Challenge.

Listen to Leisel's Season 2 episodes:
On The Trail: Leisel Bailey (CDT Class of 2020) on Grief, Grace and Plan B during COVID-19
Evolution of a Thru-Hiker: Leisel Bailey on Growth, Confidence, and Hard Decisions

Connect with Leisel:
Instagram: @leiselb

Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Special thank you to Isabella, Tim, Leisel, Greg, Julie, Colin and Aaron for being show patrons!


Music track "Name & Noise" by Thorn & Shout off of the album Thorn & Shout used under the Creative Commons license. 

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Connect with Hike:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Base Camp Chat: First Night Solo On Trail04 Feb 202100:49:58

Lori, Julie, Benny and Johnny share their own personal stories about going solo on the trail, tips for being new to backpacking and answer listener questions on an episode recorded live in 2020.

Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast, @lori_the_explorer
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Connect with Julie "Jester" Gayheart:
Instagram: @jesterhikes
Facebook: Jester Hikes
Podcast: Jester Section Hiker

Connect with Benny Braden - Plug-it In:
Instagram: @plugitinhikes
Website: Plug It In Hikes

Connect with Johnny:
Facebook: @johnnyonthetrail, Hiking the Smokies
Instagram: @johnnyonthetrail
YouTube: Johnny on the Trail



Support the show

Connect with Hike:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Hiking Japan's Shikoku Pilgrimage Trail with Paul Barach21 Jan 202100:49:14

Paul Barach takes us on his 2010 pilgrimage around Japan's Shikoku Island, visiting 88 Buddhist temples on a 750 mile walk around the island. Only knowing a few words in Japanese and minimal research, Paul not only learns a lot about himself but about he generosity and kindness he is met with by those who he encounters along the way.  His journey is a good reminder that we need to temper expectations and immerse ourselves in the moment and be part of the journey, no matter the outcome.  His memoir "Fighting Monks and Burning Mountains: Misadventures on a Buddhist Pilgrimage" is told with humor and honesty as he navigates through this life changing journey.

Connect with Paul:
Instagram: @barachoutdoors
Find his book: Fighting Monks and Burning Mountains

Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast

Special thank you to Isabella, Tim, Leisel, Greg, Julie and Colin for being show patrons!

Music outro track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm



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Connect with Hike:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

High Peaks, Northville-Placid Trail and Finding the Heart of the Adirondacks with James Appleton14 Jan 202100:53:38

James Appleton of the 46 of 46 podcast takes listeners into the heart of the Adirondacks where peak bagging, backpacking and adventures await. We'll learn about becoming an ADK46er, backpacking the Northville-Placid Trail, and how you can create your adventure around seasons and outdoor interests.

Connect with James:
Web: 46 of 46
Instagram: @46of46podcast
Show: The 46 of 46 Podcast

Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast

Special thank you to Isabella, Tim, Leisel, Greg, Julie and Colin for being show patrons!

Music outro track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm

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Connect with Hike:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Indiana Hiking with Hiker Babes Ambassador Denise Kivett07 Jan 202100:51:48

Denise shares all of the adventures you can have on the trail and the waterways in Indiana. We also chat about Hiker Babes and how the community supports women getting outdoors. Denise recommends places to explore if you're out for a day, an overnight, weekend or even longer backpack.

Hiker Babes Mission:
We are a community of like-minded, diverse women who share a passion for the outdoors. Every day in nature is a gift. Hiking is good for body, mind and soul. We strive to provide a strong, positive support system for all women. (source: hikerbabescommunity.com)

Connect with Denise:
Instagram: @blondienboots

Connect with Hiker Babes:
Hiker Babes web site
Facebook
Instagram

Learn more about Indiana State Trails here and National Forest Trails here

Learn about hiking the Knobstone Trail

Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast

Special thank you to Isabella, Tim, Leisel, Greg and Julie for being show patrons!

Music outro track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm



Support the show

Connect with Hike:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Backpacking the Pinhoti Trail with Johnathon Cranston25 Dec 202001:05:14

John takes listeners on his section hike of the Pinhoti Trail. We also talk about section hiking the Appalachian Trail and his hike of the Benton MacKaye Trail.

"The Pinhoti Trail is a Southern Appalachian Mountains long-distance trail, 335 miles (540 km) in length, located in the United States within the states of Alabama and Georgia. The trail's southern terminus is on Flagg Mountain, near Weogufka, Alabama, the southernmost peak in the state that rises over 1,000 feet (300 m). (The mountain is often called the southernmost Appalachian peak, though by most geological reckonings, the actual Appalachian range ends somewhat farther north in Alabama.) The trail's northern terminus is where it joins the Benton MacKaye Trail. The trails highest point is Buddy Cove Gap, with an elevation of 3164 feet near the Cohutta Wilderness. Its lowest point above sea level is close to Weogufka Creek near Weogufka State Forest at 545 feet.

The Pinhoti Trail is a part of the Eastern Continental Trail and the Great Eastern Trail, both very long-distance US hiking trails connecting multiple states. (Wikipedia)"

Connect with John:
Instagram: @leonidasonthetrail
YouTube: Leonidas on the Trail

Other Pinhoti Resources:
Georgia Pinhoti on Facebook
Alabama Pinhoti on Facebook

Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast

Special thank you to Isabella, Tim, Leisel, Greg and Julie for being show patrons!

Music outro track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm


Support the show

Connect with Hike:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

The Trans Adirondack Route with Erik Schlimmer17 Dec 202000:52:34

Erik Schlimmer found the Trans Adirondack Route in 2013 and through the Friends of the Trans Adirondack Route has provided support, resources and intel on what is some of the most rugged and challenging hikes in the United States. 

"Established in 2013, the Trans Adirondack Route is a primitive pathway that traverses New York’s Adirondack Park, the largest park and forest preserve in the Lower Forty-Eight. Running 238.2 miles, few footpaths are wilder, and the route has gained a notorious nickname: "The Triple Crown Crusher." This is due to it defeating three "Triple Crowners" – those who have hiked 8,000 miles along the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, and Continental Divide Trail.

The route's wildness can be assessed by the public land it traverses. Five wilderness areas and eight wild forests mark the most primitive sections. During a Trans Adirondack Route traverse, you'll hike through prime moose habitat, past the haunts of old-time hermits, and under virgin timber. Primarily a lowland route, the path hops from lake to lake and meanders down scenic river valleys.

The Trans Adirondack Route uses 188 miles (79%) of hiking trails, 39 miles (16%) of road walking, and 11 miles (5%) of off-trail travel to get from one end of the park to the other. " (source: transadk.com)



Connect with Erik and Friends of the Trans Adirondack Route:
Instagram: @transadk
Visit the Trans Adirondack Route web site
Find Erik's books, maps and guidebooks  here
Erik Schlimmer on Amazon

Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast

Special thank you to Isabella, Tim, Leisel, Greg and Julie for being show patrons!

Music outro track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm


Support the show

Connect with Hike:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

From Hiking to Trail Running with Gina Lucrezi of Trail Sisters10 Dec 202000:57:38

Gina shares some tips and techniques for those new to trail running or transitioning from hiking to now running on the trail. We chat about gear and the considerations of running a trail. Gina also introduces listeners to Trail Sisters - a community for women trail runners and those who support them. 

"Trail Sisters was created to constitute for an equitable outdoors both recreationally and throughout the industry. Female voice and representation are essential in the future of our outdoors, impacting the role we play both on and off the trails.

To break through long-standing barriers, Trail Sisters generates educational content and resources, while fostering an inspirational community that encourages self-advocacy and life-long friendships.

Our Mission

To increase womxn’s participation and opportunity in trail running and hiking through inspiration, education and empowerment." (courtesy Trailsisters.net)


Connect with Gina and Trail Sisters:
Instagram: @trail_sisters
Facebook page: Trail Sisters
Community Site: Trail Sisters

Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast

Support the show

Connect with Hike:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Thru Hiking the North Country Trail with Luke "Strider" Jordan03 Dec 202001:19:35

Luke takes listeners on his journey of being the 4th person to thru hike the North Country Trail in 2013. We chat about the challenges of thru hiking the longest national scenic trail in the United States, logistics around planning for the hike and how he transitioned to a career working with the NCTA.  Luke also gives an overview of another long distance trail that is less than a decade old - The Great Plains trail. We talk about the future of that trail and how he was the first person to thru hike it.


Connect with Luke:
Facebook page: Strider NCT
Email: StriderNCT (at) gmail (dot) com
Buy the Book: Thru and Back Again
Learn more about the North Country Trail Association

Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast

Support the show

Connect with Hike:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Backpacking the Art Loeb Trail with Dane Schuckman22 Oct 202300:57:41

Dane shares all the information about his and his hiking partner's summer thru hike of the Art Loeb Trail. 

We break down each day and chat about the planning and reality of this hike. Dane has lots of tips and resources that everyone can use whether they are looking at a day hike or thru hike of this trail. 

If you have questions about the trail, reach out to Dane at 

dane(dot)schuckman(at)gmail(dot)com

Resource links: 
 

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Connect with Hike:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

On the Road with Author Nathan Pettijohn and Hafa the German Shepherd23 Nov 202000:23:11

On the heels of a breakup, Nathan Pettijohn rents a RV and hits the road for a month long trip in the Pacific Northwest.  He takes along his dog Hafa. Lori catches up with Nathan and they chat about life lessons that can be found on the road, including the power of saying yes and how Hafa can teach us to live each day as your best day.

Connect with Nathan:
Instagram: @nrpettijohn; @rafathegsd
Find Travels With Hafa


Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast


Support the show

Connect with Hike:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Encore: Latinas Who Hike with Victoria Buitron19 Nov 202000:32:33

Hike shares an encore episode from Season 1, featuring Victoria Buitron and Latinas Who Hike.
Learn why Victoria started this hiking group based out of Connecticut/Tri State area and how to get involved and support their mission of getting Latinas/Latinx on the trail. 


For more information and to connect with Victoria Buitron and Latinas Who Hike:
Instagram: @vic_toriawrites, @latinaswhohike
Facebook: Latinas Who Hike group
Blog: A Traveling Translator
Email: latinaswhohike@gmail.com

Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast

Support the show

Connect with Hike:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Car Camping Tips with Victoria Buitron12 Nov 202001:01:58

Victoria and Lori share their best car camping tips, and stories of their adventures and misadventures. They also chat about safely camping during a pandemic, including things to consider as part of social distancing and being self-sufficient at the camp site.  Whether you're new to car camping or been at it for awhile, this episode will make you think about how you can improve your experience at the campground.

For more information and to connect with Victoria Buitron and Latinas Who Hike:
Instagram: @vic_toriawrites, @latinaswhohike
Facebook: Latinas Who Hike group
Blog: A Traveling Translator
Email: latinaswhohike@gmail.com

Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast

Other Camping Articles/Resources:
Camping Tips by Katie Holmes
Car Camping Tips for the Newbie | GAC
How to Plan Your First Car Camping Trip | Outside Online

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Connect with Hike:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Thru Hiking the Buckeye Trail with Mei-Ling Liber05 Nov 202000:55:08

Mei-Ling shares her experience hiking the Buckeye Trail (BT) as part of a Warrior Expeditions adventure. She also goes into some background of how she set out on a section hike of the Appalachian Trail leading up to doing the BT.  We talk about trail towns, the amazing volunteers of the Buckeye Trail Association and what it's like to be a trail angel and trail maintainer.

The Buckeye Trail is a 1,444-mile hiking trail and long-distance trail that loops around the state of Ohio.  There are 26 sections that make up the trail. "First envisioned in the late 1950's as a trail from the Ohio River to Lake Erie, the Buckeye Trail evolved into a large loop, branching both north and east from Cincinnati. The separate legs rejoin in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park near Cleveland, and complete the trip to the lake. Because it is a loop, it is also in essence, endless. You may start a hike at any point and hike as long as you want without ever reaching an end!" (buckeyetrail.org)

Connect with Mei-Ling:
Hiking the BT Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1838755563117551
Watch Mei-Ling's Buckeye Trail movie

Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Welcome to Hike's newest patron Julie Clark!
Special thank you to Isabella, Tim, Leisel and Greg for being show patrons!

Support the show

Connect with Hike:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Introducing Ohio's Buckeye Trail29 Oct 202000:53:21

Andrew Bashaw, Executive Director of the Buckeye Trail Association, gives an overview of the Buckeye Trail. He shares info to consider as you get out for a day hike, section hike or thru hike. We chat about trail towns, trail maintenance and creating a community around the trail that encompasses all generations. 

The Buckeye Trail is a 1,444-mile hiking trail and long-distance trail that loops around the state of Ohio.  There are 26 sections that make up the trail. "First envisioned in the late 1950's as a trail from the Ohio River to Lake Erie, the Buckeye Trail evolved into a large loop, branching both north and east from Cincinnati. The separate legs rejoin in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park near Cleveland, and complete the trip to the lake. Because it is a loop, it is also in essence, endless. You may start a hike at any point and hike as long as you want without ever reaching an end!" (buckeyetrail.org)

Connect with the Buckeye Trail Association:
Visit the Buckeye Trail Association website
Facebook: Facebook group
Instagram: @buckeyetrailassociation

Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com


Welcome to Hike's newest patron Julie Clark!
Special thank you to Isabella, Tim, Leisel and Greg for being show patrons!

Support the show

Connect with Hike:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Hiking America's National Scenic Trails with Ryan Bunting22 Oct 202001:01:40

Ryan Bunting, trail name Constantine, takes listeners on his 5 year journey of hiking 7 of the 11 National Scenic Trails.  From completing his first long trail thru hike of the Appalachian Trail, then the Triple Crown, and to his most recent hikes in Canada this year - we cover a lot of miles. Ryan also shares how his love of the outdoors community and using great gear led him to start his own company - Elevenskys.   


Connect with Ryan:
Elevenskys
HikingAmerica


Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com


Special thank you to Isabella, Tim, Leisel and Greg for being show patrons!




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Connect with Hike:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Base Camp Chat: Trail Etiquette 15 Oct 202000:47:50

Lori, Jester, Plug-It In and Johnny on the Trail chat about their thoughts on trail etiquette, experiences they have had on trail and tips for how to leave no trace. We talk about topics such as food storage, hiking out trash and shelter best practices. Special guests Ever Green Adventure Foods and Mad Hippies also contribute to this conversation. This episode was originally recorded live by Base Camp Chat in May 2020. 

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Connect with Hike:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Backpacking Mount Robson's Berg Lake Trail with Bronwyn Preece08 Oct 202001:04:27

Bronwyn Preece shares how improvisation, creativity and a lot of positivity allowed her to complete her backpacking trip on the Berg Lake Trail this year. Just a few months before she had shattered her leg and was not sure if she would be healed enough to hike. Listen in on her journey, from coastal life off the grid to spending the last three years in the famous mountain town of Whistler, British Columbia. 

Connect with Bronwyn:
Instagram: @poetichiker

Berg Lake Trail Info:
Mount Robson Provincial Park

Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com


Special thank you to Isabella, Tim, Leisel and Greg for being show patrons!

Support the show

Connect with Hike:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Explore, Wander, Live: Northern Michigan's Compass Paper Co04 Oct 202000:25:03

Annie Lang brings together her love for the outdoors with her background in graphic design to create the Northern Michigan based small business Compass Paper Co. This year Compass Paper Co expanded from their online based stationary business to open a shanty in historic Fishtown of Leland, Michigan.  Annie chats with Lori about what inspired her to start her own business, which also produces environmental conscious products that use vegetable based inks and recycled paper. Compass Paper Co's products are guaranteed to bring smiles to you and whoever you gift them to, and that means a lot in times where there's a lot of serious things going on in the world.  Annie also shares some interesting hikes to explore when checking out Sleeping Bear Dunes and the Greater Leelanau area.

Connect with Compass Paper Co:
Website: Compass Paper Co
Instagram: @compasspaperco

Visit the shop in Fishtown from May - October
203 W RIVER STREET - LELAND, MI 49654

Hikes to explore near/in Sleeping Bear Dunes:
Pyramid Point Trail - Sleeping Bear Dunes
Bohemian Beach
Bay View Trail - Sleeping Bear Dunes

Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com


Special thank you to Isabella, Tim, Leisel and Greg for being show patrons!

Support the show

Connect with Hike:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Road Trips, the Superior Hiking Trail and Minnesota State Parks with Hiking Thru Life01 Oct 202000:54:43

Sarah and Andy Kermode of Hiking Thru Life share planning tips for road tripping, overcoming challenges on Andy's thru-hike of the SHT, and the quest to explore all 70+ of Minnesota's State Parks. They also share more about their podcast "Hiking Thru Life" and their goal of sharing stories to both inspire others and help educate them on the outdoors.

The Superior Hiking Trail, also known as the SHT, is a 310-mile long hiking trail in northeastern Minnesota that follows the rocky ridges overlooking Lake Superior for most of its length. The trail travels through forests of birch, aspen, pine, fir, and cedar.Wikipedia

Connect with Sarah and Andy:
Website/Podcast: Hiking Thru Life

Other Episode Resources:
Superior Hiking Trail Association
Hike's episode with Wandering Pine
Minnesota State Parks

Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com


Special thank you to Isabella, Tim, Leisel and Greg for being show patrons!

Music intro track by Thorn and Shout

Music outro track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm

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Connect with Hike:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Northeast 115 with Troy Zohner26 Sep 202300:45:16

Troy Zohner has hiked all of the 115 designated high peaks in the Northeast. These include the high peaks of the Adirondacks, Catskills, Green Mountains and White Mountains. 

 In this episode he shares some of the highlights of hiking in the Adirondacks, including his recent hike of  Lake George’s Tongue Mountain Range.  Troy is also an avid blogger of his hikes and you can find those on his web site Tomcat’s Outdoor Adventures  here.

Also head over to check out Tomcat’s Outdoor Adventures on Facebook


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Connect with Hike:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast @shenandoahexplorer
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Backpacking Isle Royale, The Wonderland Trail and Beyond with Sarah Waite24 Sep 202001:00:51

Sarah Waite takes listeners on her adventures from being a beginner backpacker to tackling an 11 day traverse on Isle Royale. We also talk about local hikes in the Midwest, camping in Death Valley, and her recent attempt of The Wonderland Trail. Sarah is a Women Who Explore Ambassador, upcoming The Trek Ambassador and an advocate for Leave No Trace. Learn more about how you can participate in Women Who Explore group hikes and events by connecting with her on social media.

Connect with Sarah:
Instagram: @lostandfound_outdoors
YouTube: Lost and Found Outdoors
Blog: Lost and Found Outdoors

Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com


Special thank you to Isabella, Tim, Leisel and Greg for being show patrons!

Music intro track by Thorn and Shout

Music outro track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm


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Introducing the North Country National Scenic Trail17 Sep 202000:39:41

Andrea Ketchmark, Executive Director of the North Country Trail Association, gives listeners an overview of the North Country Trail - including some must hike sections across the 8-state 5000 mile trail. The North Country Trail Association is located in my home state of Michigan in Lowell - and you can follow the blazes right to their office. Andrea shares some of the behind the scenes work the NCTA does and the many ways that we can enjoy and also support the trail.

Connect with North Country Trail Association:
Instagram: @northcountrytrail
Facebook: North Country Trail Association
Website: North Country Trail Association

Additional Ice Age Trail Resources:
Ice Age Trail Alliance
Mammoth Hike Challenge
Thousand Miler Wannabees Facebook Group

Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Links to learn more about Northern California and PNW Wildfire Relief:
Northern California
Oregon
Washington

Special thank you to Isabella, Tim, Leisel and Greg for being show patrons!

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Music outro track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm


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Section Hiking the Ice Age Trail with Kris "Hair Tie" Van Handel10 Sep 202000:52:06

Kris shares her story of section hiking Wisconsin's Ice Age National Scenic Trail. She's a two time completer of the trail and is currently working on her third completion. In this episode she talks about logistics, gear and the transition from day hiking to backpacking. Kris shares advice for those interested in hiking the Ice Age trail, including some sections to check out in Interstate State Park and the Kettle Morraine State Forest. We also talk about the upcoming Mammoth Hike Challenge and ways to support the trail.

Connect with Kris Van Handel:
Check out her book: Hiking with Hair Tie
Instagram: @kris_vanhandel


Additional Ice Age Trail Resources:
Ice Age Trail Alliance
Mammoth Hike Challenge
Thousand Miler Wannabees Facebook Group

Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Links to learn more about Northern California and PNW Wildfire Relief:
Northern California
Oregon
Washington

Special thank you to Isabella, Tim, Leisel and Greg for being show patrons!

Music intro track by Thorn and Shout

Music outro track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm

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Midwest Adventures with Paul Fuzinski03 Sep 202000:54:39

Paul Fuzinski and Lori take you to the Great Lakes region and chat about their favorite locations in Michigan and Ohio to get outside - paddling, pedaling and backpacking. Get to know Paul as he talks about his journey from hitting the road in a metal band, thru hiking the A.T and then starting up an outdoors local cable tv show (Take It Outside). Now as the host of the wilderness podcast Aptitude Outdoors, Paul continues to share his passion for getting outside with guests and listeners.

Connect with Paul Fuzinski:
Facebook: Aptitude Outdoors
Instagram: @aptitudeoutdoors
Twitter: @aptitudeoutdoor

Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Links to learn more:
Maumee River Water Trail (Ohio)
Manistee River Trail (Michigan)
Hoist Lake (Michigan)
Hartwick Pines (Michigan)
Hoffmaster State Park (Michigan)
Sleeping Bear Dunes (Michigan)
Pictured Rocks (Michigan)
Isle Royale (Michigan)
Hocking Hills (Ohio)
Oak Openings (Ohio)
North Country Trail

Special thank you to Isabella, Tim, Leisel and Greg for being show patrons!

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Music outro track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm

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Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Welcome to Season 3 of Hike30 Aug 202000:01:32

Lori shares what's in store for this season of Hike. Take a deep dive of the Great Lakes and the outdoor recreation opportunities within 8 states, 1 province and 5 Great Lakes. Hear from diverse voices in the hiking community, sharing their journeys of transformation on the trail. This season will bring tips on gear, trip planning and things to consider on trail whether you're a beginner or an expert. Go on the road and on the trail with Lori and her guests as they explore the Midwest and beyond. 


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On The Trail: The First 100 Adventures 05 Jul 202000:10:03

Lori shares some of her own audio clips from the trail, with moments from her first day hike, and solo adventures on the trail. Hike is celebrating it's 100th episode and the end of Season 2.

Connect with Lori:

Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com


Special thank you to Isabella, Tim, Leisel and Greg for being show patrons!

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Hiker Wisdom to Explore, Wander and Live By02 Jul 202000:41:27

Lori celebrates her second season of Hike and closing in on her 100th published episode. She reflects on some of the hiker wisdom she learned from her guests, listeners and those who supported her.

Featuring episode clips from the following guests:
Ashley White
Felicia Hokenstad
Leisel Bailey
T Durston
Neville @ Woods Hole Hostel

A very special thank you to ALL my guests from Season 2, my listeners, and my patrons Isabella, Tim, Leisel and Greg!


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On The Trail: Oregon Hiking with Author William L. Sullivan28 Jun 202000:34:00

William L. Sullivan is best known for his Oregon hiking guidebooks. He has hiked every trail he could find in the state. In this On The Trail, he shares with listeners the unique features of his books that make them so successful. We talk about the map making process and how he keeps his books current and what advice he gives people who are interested in hiking Oregon.

Connect with William L. Sullivan:
Website: Oregon Hiking
Learn more about the trails and books
Speaking calendar

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Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Special thank you to Isabella, Tim, Leisel and Greg for being show patrons!

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Music outro track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm


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Introducing Base Camp Chat: Fear on the Trail25 Jun 202000:50:32

Benny Braden (Plug-it In), Julie "Jester" Gayheart and Johnny Osborne join Lori as they discuss their fears on the trail, including some scary moments in the woods. Keep your light on for this episode. Special guests Eric "Toast" Matos and Skunkape join the four hosts as they share their own fears and stories from the trail.

Base Camp Chat was a weekly web show in April and May that was created when four friends and fellow hikers were sheltering in place. It was a place where friends chatted about all things trail just like they would around the campfire.

Connect with Benny Braden - Plug-it In:
Instagram: @plugitinhikes
Website: Plug It In Hikes

Connect with Julie "Jester" Gayheart:
Instagram: @jesterhikes
Facebook: Jester Hikes
Podcast: Jester Section Hiker

Connect with Johnny:
Facebook: @johnnyonthetrail, Hiking the Smokies
Instagram: @johnnyonthetrail
YouTube: Johnny on the Trail

Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast, @lori_the_explorer
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com


Special thank you to Isabella, Tim, Leisel and Greg for being show patrons!

Music outro track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm

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On The Trail: The Wilderness and Solitude of the Ozark Highlands Trail21 Jun 202000:35:48

Steven Parker, Trail Maintenance Coordinator for the Ozark Highlands Trail Association, gives listeners an overview of the Ozark Highlands Trail - including logistics of planning a hike, best times to enjoy the trail and tips on making the most of your hike. We also discuss what it takes to maintain the trail and the things all hikers can do to support trail maintenance.

The Ozark Highlands Trail Association (OHTA) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit all-volunteer organization that was founded in 1981 to build, maintain, and enjoy the Ozark Highlands Trail (OHT).  When complete, the OHT will stretch 320 miles across northern Arkansas from Lake Fort Smith State Park to Lake Norfork – where it will connect to the Ozark Trail in Missouri. (source: OHTA)

Connect with Ozark Highlands Trail Association:
Website: Ozark Highlands Trail and Trail FAQs
Instagram: @ozark_highlands_trail_assn
Facebook: Ozark Highlands Trail Association
Get the guidebook by Tim Ernst here

Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Special thank you to Isabella, Tim, Leisel and Greg for being show patrons!

Music intro track by Thorn and Shout

Music outro track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm

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Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Lake Superior Circle Tour with Jessica and Jen 16 Sep 202300:49:37

Jessica and Jen share their summer road trip around Lake Superior. The Lake Superior Circle tour covers 1,300-miles around the world’s largest freshwater lake.  

In this episode you'll find their pro tips on 

  • Camping 
  • Visiting essential beaches
  • Navigating currency exchange 
  • Being prepared
  • Winging it!

They also touch on their upcoming Maryland A.T. section hike and a few of their other fun and not-so-fun adventures.

Connect with Jessica:
@pagecats

Connect with Jen:
@jennythetrailhead
@truenorthexp


Links to some of the places mentioned:

https://canalpark.com

https://lakesuperiorcircletour.info

https://lakesuperiorcircletour.info/location/little-girls-point-county-park-beach/

https://www.fortsuperiorcampground.com

https://www.ontarioparks.com/park/pancakebay

https://lakesuperiorcircletour.info/location/wawa/

https://www.ontarioparks.com/park/rainbowfalls

https://lakesuperiorcircletour.info/location/sleeping-giant-provincial-park/

https://www.theoutbound.com/canada/hiking/hike-to-the-sea-lion-of-sleeping-giant-provincial-park

Plan your Lake Superior Circle Tour here!




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Hiking the Oregon Coast Trail with Bonnie Henderson18 Jun 202000:47:39

Bonnie Henderson shares her tips, resources and experiences from hiking the Oregon Coast Trail end to end. She's the author of Day Hiking Oregon Coast from Mountaineers Books and is currently in progress of completing a book about thru-hiking the Oregon Coast Trail. In our conversation we cover gear, special considerations about the OCT, boat shuttles, hiking with dogs and camping along the coast.

The Oregon Coast Trail (OCT) is a long-distance hiking route along the Pacific coast of Oregon. It follows the coast of Oregon from the mouth of the Columbia River to the California border south of Brookings. The trail was envisioned in 1959 by Samuel N. Dicken, a University of Oregon geography professor, approved in 1971 by the Oregon Recreation Trails Advisory Council. The walking length of the trail varies depending on choice of passage across or around estuaries and rivers along the route. If a ferry is not arranged or available, an alternate route around the estuary must be taken; if traveling on foot, this means road walking. The length of the trail is about 425 miles (680 km) if no ferries are used, though the official coastal guide gives a length of 382 miles (615 km). If no ferries are used, about 39 percent of the route is on the beach, 41 percent is on paved road, and 20 percent is on trail and dirt roads. (source: Wikipedia)


Connect with Bonnie:
Website: Hiking the OCT
Get the book "Day Hiking Oregon Coast, 2nd Edition" by Mountaineers Books here

Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Special thank you to Isabella, Tim, Leisel and Greg for being show patrons!

Music intro track by Thorn and Shout

Music outro track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm



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Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

On The Trail: The Wild West Trail14 Jun 202000:30:01

Carmen Rao and Joel Salvino, creators of the Wild West Trail share an overview of the trail along with their adventures hiking it.

The Wild West Trail connects the most intact temperate ecosystem on the planet. At over 2,200 miles long it traverses the heart of the North American Continent. The genesis of the hike is in Jarbidge Nevada, from there the arduous journey shoots northward to the Canadian Border. Turning east, it turns south inside Glacier National Park and the eastern terminus is Jackson pass, in the Teton Mountains (source: wildwesttrail.co)

Connect with Wild West Trail
Website: Wild West Trail
Instagram: @WildWestTrail
YouTube: Wild West Trail

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Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Special thank you to Isabella, Tim, Leisel and Greg for being show patrons!

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Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Explore Oahu with Military Wild11 Jun 202000:40:30

Oahu Ambassador Rietta Boksha takes listeners on what it's like to live in and explore Oahu. She goes over hikes from the easy to strenuous, discuss what to bring on your day hike and the best tips to recreate like a local.

Military Wild was founded with a goal to connect members of the military community with one another and to the landscapes they call home. They believe that outdoor recreation is an incredible way to embrace the places they live and form bonds with the people they meet there.

Military Wild also has chapters across the United States. Membership eligibility is for active US Military members, reserve/guard, veterans and retirees in addition to their dependents. Also US Military contractors and their families can become members. For more info on how to join, participate in a hike or support their efforts, connect with Military Wild via the links below.


Connect with Military Wild
Website: Military Wild
Instagram: @militarywild, Rietta - @rietta_b
Facebook: Military Wild

Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Special thank you to Isabella, Tim, Leisel and Greg for being show patrons!

Music intro track by Thorn and Shout

Music outro track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm

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On The Trail: Derick Lugo is The Unlikely Thru-Hiker07 Jun 202000:31:30

Derick Lugo chats with Lori about hiking the Appalachian Trail and his memoir "The Unlikely Thru-Hiker".*

The Unlikely Thru-Hiker is the story of a young black man setting off from the city with an extremely overweight pack and a willfully can-do attitude. What follows are lessons on preparation, humility, race relations, and nature’s wild unpredictability. Through it all, Derick “Mr. Fabulous” Lugo refuses to let any challenge squash his inner Pollyanna, persevering with humor, tenacity, and an unshakeable commitment to grooming that sees him from Georgia to Maine. (source: dericklugo.com)

Connect with Derick:
Instagram:  @dericklugo
Get his book here -> https://www.dericklugo.com/shop/

*watch our video chat on IGTV


Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Special thank you to Isabella, Tim, Leisel and Greg for being show patrons! 

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Adventure Continues: Greg Smith on Backpacking Mt. Hood's Timberline Trail 04 Jun 202000:56:26

Greg Smith is a retired CIO who hikes and backpacks along with his Australian Shepherd Brook. In this episode we talk about his annual trip to hike Mt. Hood's Timberline Trail - a loop that takes you around the mountain in just over 40 miles. Beyond Mt. Hood, we talk about section hiking on the Colorado Trail, his hike earlier this year on the Lost Coast Trail in Northern California and his favorite hike near the Oregon Coast and other must see places in Oregon. Greg blogs about his hikes over at Adventurecontinues.org - where you can find his photographs and trip reports documenting hikes all over the Pacific Northwest and beyond.


Connect with Greg:
Instagram: @ghsmith76 and @aussiebrook
Blog: The Adventure Continues

Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Special thank you to Isabella, Tim, Leisel and Greg for being show patrons! 

Music intro track by Thorn and Shout

Music outro track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm

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On The Trail: Amy Bushatz On Spending 20 Consecutive Minutes Outside for 1000 Days31 May 202000:22:06

Amy Bushatz has been spending 20 consecutive minutes outside for now over 1000 days. Listen to her share how this challenge came to be and how we can all find time to spend outdoors. Amy's the host of the Humans Outside podcast and you can share your journey of spending time outside by using the hashtag #humansoutside365.

Connect with Amy:
Social Media links: Humans Outside
Instagram: @humansoutside
Facebook: Humans Outside

Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com


Special thank you to Isabella, Tim, Leisel and Greg for being show patrons!

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Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Woods Hole Hostel and the Heart of the Appalachian Trail 28 May 202000:52:51

Neville shares the story of how Woods Hole Hostel began, starting with her grandparents first seeing the property in 1939 and how that land and the logs from the cabin shaped the hostel that stands today. You'll appreciate the candor and emotion in Neville's story of how this place and the trail became part of her life's fabric, interwoven with so many other hiker stories.

Connect with Neville and Woods Hole Hostel:
Instagram: @woodsholehostel
Website: Woods Hole Hostel
Gift Card Match (limited time only): Giles County

Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com 


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On The Trail: Recreate Responsibly 24 May 202000:07:27

Lori shares the message created by the Recreate Responsibly Coalition.

The Recreate Responsibly Coalition is a newly formed coalition of nonprofits, outdoor businesses, and land managers developing and sharing best practices to protect each other and our natural landscapes. We are a diverse community brought together by our love of the outdoors and a desire to help everyone experience the benefits of nature safely during this public health crisis (source: Recreateresponsibly.org)

For more info and to download a social media kit on recreating responsibly visit recreateresponsibly.org

Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com 


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Navigating Wild Spaces and the Oregon Desert Trail with Sage Clegg21 May 202000:48:41

Sage Clegg shares her journey from an 18 month Triple Crown to being the first person to traverse the Oregon Desert Trail end to end. We chat about her love of route finding, navigation and how maps can inspire new adventures and invoke memories of the places traveled. 

Connect with Sage:
Instagram: @sageclegg
Website: Sageclegg.com

Learn more about the Oregon Desert Trail here
Watch Sage's Video on the ODT
Visit Oregon Natural Desert Association
Follow and connect with ONDA on Instagram.

Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com 

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On The Trail: Tips for Solo Backpacking17 May 202000:10:16

Lori shares five basic, beginner tips for planning and thriving as a solo backpacker.  

1. Test out your gear ahead of time
2. Go easy on the miles (this isn't about the miles)
3. Be present and enjoy the experience
4. Plan, but prepare for something to not go to plan
5. Unpack and put away your gear when you get home


Also don't forget:
The Ten Essentials
Leave No Trace

And for more tips from Lori's solo camping trip to Sequoia and Kings Canyon:
Tips on Solo Camping

Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Special thank you to my show patrons:
Isabella
Tim
Leisel
Greg

Be a Hike patron by visiting my Patreon page.

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Hike Essentials 06 Sep 202300:23:13

Lori gets asked some hiking related questions from her daughter. She graciously agreed to be put on the spot and behind the mic.  Thank you, C!

Links to some of the items mentioned

Favorite Areas to hike:
GSMNP Clingman's Dome Bypass Trail, Jump Off Trail, Charlie's Bunion
Central Cascades Bachelor Mountain & Coffin Mountain, Battle Ax
Hike's Season 1 episode on The 10 Essentials
One of Hike's favorite Protein Balls recipes
Treeline Review - Best Water Bottles for Hiking of 2023
Treeline Review - What to Wear Winter Hiking
Yaktrax vs Microspikes - which is better?


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Grounds Keeper Alex Wehrle: Bucket List Adventures and Committing To A Ton of Clean Up 14 May 202000:58:03

Alex has big goals for 2020 as part of Granite Gear's Grounds Keeper Legacy Team. She's committed to picking up 2,020 pounds of trash. That's over a ton of trash from public spaces in Southern California. As you'll learn, Alex has a passion for adventure, list making  and finding ways to leave it better than she found it.

This conversation contains two parts. First, I recently caught up with Alex a few months after we originally recorded our interview. We chat about cleaning up during COVID-19 while we're not able to visit some of the trails we would like to hike on. Then we will dive into our longer conversation, where we get to really now what inspires Alex and how her drive got her recognized by Granite Gear and accepted into their Grounds Keeper program. Ultimately, Alex stressed how baby steps can truly change our world if we commit to one small change at a time.

Connect with Alex:
Instagram: @al__hikes
Grounds Keepers: Granite Gear Grounds Keepers

Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com 

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On The Trail: Forward, Upward and Onward with Matt Landry10 May 202000:29:52

Matt Landry shares hiking all 48 of the New Hampshire peaks and writing a book about the life lessons he learned along the way. Matt shares how his battle with depression and approaching a milestone inspired him to hike.

Connect with Matt:
Web site: MattLandry.com
Buy a signed copy -> Purchase here 

Connect with Lori:
Instagram: @thehikepodcast
Twitter: @thehikepodcast
Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com
Facebook: @thehikepodcast
Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Special thank you to my show patrons:
Isabella
Tim
Leisel
Greg

Be a Hike patron by visiting my Patreon page.

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Evolution of a Thru-Hiker: Leisel Bailey on Growth, Confidence, and Hard Decisions07 May 202000:54:35

Leisel Bailey talks with Lori about her journey to being a backpacker - from her days of car camping to completing two thirds of the Triple Crown. Leisel shares her raw experiences and how dealing with failure, trusting herself and being kind have taught her how to be a better hiker. Leisel is a former On The Trail segment guest, you can listen to that bonus episode here

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