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In our Season 8 Finale we have an amazing guest who shares her incredible journey that led her to hike the Pacific Crest Trail in 2023. Her name is Chloe also known as Chickpea when on the trails and you can follow her on Instagram, @_itsmechickpea

We talk to Chickpea about growing up on the Eastern Coast of Canada, living in Europe, and her inspirational journey that led her to complete the PCT in 2023. She shares some memorable experiences in the desert sections, trekking through the snow covered Sierras, and ultimately making it all the way back home to Canada and reaching the Northern Terminus. If you ever dreamed of hiking the PCT or getting into thru-hiking, this episode is for you.

Episode Links:
Chickpea's Website
Chickpea's YouTube Channel
Book Recommendation - Pacific Crest Trials by Zach Davis & Carly Moree

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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.

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In this week's episode we have the amazing host of the Virginia Outdoor Adventures Podcast, her name is Jessica Bowser and you can follow her on Instagram, @virginia_outdoor_adventures

We talk to Jessica about some of their favorite hiking destinations in and around Virginia, including some coastal hiking and camping destinations. We also learn about the other amazing outdoor opportunities Virginia has to offer and Jessica not only shares the origin story behind her podcast but listeners can expect from Season 5.

Episode Links:
Virginia Outdoor Adventures Podcast on Facebook
VAOA Linktree
Hurricane Helene in Southwest Virginia Special Edition Episode

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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.

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In this week's episode we have an incredible guest, originally from East Texas, but currently a Park Aide at Ginkgo Petrified Forest State Park. His name is Larkin and you can follow him on Instagram, @larkinthepark509

Larkin shares his hiking and outdoor journey from his start in East Texas and the road trip that kicked off his passion for travel and the outdoors. We hear about his time in Colorado hiking 14ers and most recently as a Park Aid in Eastern Washington. Lastly we also hear about his experience exploring one of Colorado’s Lost National Monuments.

Episode Links:
Ginkgo Petrified Forest State Park
Monster Mart in Arkansas
Espresso Chalet

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.

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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

Follows us 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.

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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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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.

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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

Follows us 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.

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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

Follows us 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.

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We have another great guest whose been climbing some of the amazing peaks in the North Cascades, his name is Spencer, you can follow him on Instagram at @juiceonthetrail

I had a great time chatting with Spencer on this episode. We learn about his hiking and backpacking adventures across the East Coast, as well as on the Colorado Trail and sections of the PCT, and we learn about his love and passion for mountaineering.

Episode Links:
American Alpine Institute
Island Peak(Imja Tse)

Follows us 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.

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We have another great guest whose traveling the country and hiking to some amazing places along the way, her name is Lil, you can follow her on Instagram at @thegoodflaw

I had a great time chatting with Lil on this episode. We learn about what it's like to hike in and around Michigan, visiting Salem Massachusetts during Halloween, and her special four legged hiking partner, Little Man.

Episode Links:
Wilderness State Park
Little Man's Instagram
TikTok
YouTube Channel
Facebook

Follows us 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.

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We have a special episode today as we have two guests on the podcast, brothers Hayden & Harrison, you can follow them on Instagram at @backpackingbrothers

It was a fun time talking to both of them on this episode. We learn about their more memorable hiking adventures across the West Coast and Southwest, which animals got their hearts pumping while enjoying the outdoors, and their amazing road trip up to Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks.

Episode Links:
Zion Brewery - Best Elk Burger
HOKA Speedgoat 5 - Trail Runner

Follows us 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.