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Ep. 78: Dingle Way07 Oct 202601:00:50

Listener Tara Lamberti joins Jeremy to talk about her thru hike of the Dingle Way on the Dingle Peninsula in County Kerry, Ireland.  This inn-to-inn adventure takes hikers on a full circuit of a beautiful peninsula in the southwest of Ireland.  Hikers will spend eight to ten days walking over 100 miles as they explore the farmland, coast, and villages of rural Ireland.

Ep. 77: Liechtenstein Trail30 Jul 202600:47:07

Listener Brett Bauch joins Jeremy to discuss this relatively new trail that crosses the entire country of Liechtenstein in less than a week.  The trail takes hikers through the Upper Rhine Valley in the heart of the Alps.  The trail winds through all 11 municipalities of this European monarchy, where hikers will see castles, walk on a roman road, and pass through quaint villages.  And of course Jeremy takes us through the history of this unique European destination.

trail website:  https://en.tourismus.li/entdecken/liechtensteinweg.html

Ep. 76: Gerard Hiking Trail25 Jun 202600:56:13

Listener Kevin Morgan joins Jeremy to talk about his hike of the Gerard Hiking Trail in Northwestern Pennsylvania's Oil Creek State Park.  This loop hike takes backpackers on a 36-mile adventure through not only a beautiful wilderness, but also through the remnants of the world's first oil boom.  To make things more interesting, Kevin tells us how he hiked this trail in the dead of winter.  And Jeremy recounts the history of Pennsylvania's nineteenth century oil boom.

Our sponsor - Outdoor Herbivore:  https://outdoorherbivore.com/

Ep. 75: South West Coast Path20 May 202601:04:29

Emma Fry of Vegan Adventure Holidays joins Jeremy to talk about her solo thru hike of more than 600 miles on England's South West Coast Path.  England's longest national trail takes hikers along the bucolic, yet rugged and challenging coastline of the southwest peninsula of Britain.  And Jeremy gives us the colorful history of Cornwall and the surrounding areas, including how its mining past intersects with his own family heritage.

Vegan Adventure Holidays:  https://veganadventureholidays.com/

Outdoor Herbivore:  https://outdoorherbivore.com/

Highlander Big Bear Lake 2026 (TWH20 for 20% off):  https://www.highlanderadventure.com/en-us/big-bear-lake

Ep. 74: Finding Wilderness Close to Home11 Apr 202600:48:29

In this episode we hear about two very different ways to design a local wilderness adventure in the same area.  Jeremy recounts his local backpacking adventure in Marin County, California, and listeners Janna and Grant Glaze describe their own lodge-to-lodge adventure in the same area, which they hiked with their toddler son, Summit.  Jeremy also talks through some of the factors to consider in designing your own local wilderness hiking adventure.

Janna and Grant's YouTube channel:  https://www.youtube.com/@grantandjanna

Outdoor Herbivore (TWH10P for 10% discount):  https://outdoorherbivore.com/

Highlander Big Bear Lake 2026 (TWH20 for 20% discount):  https://www.highlanderadventure.com/en-us/big-bear-lake

Ep. 73: Larapinta Trail05 Mar 202600:54:41

Nutritionist and naturopath, Steph Watts, joins Jeremy to talk about the Larapinta Trail, a long-distance trail of more than 200 kilometers in the remote outback of Australia's Northern Territory.  This trail takes hikers through a picturesque desert region of red rock, mountains, and gorges.

To donate to the Alzheimer's Society in support of Mick Donaldson's Pacific Crest Trail thru hike attempt:  https://www.justgiving.com/page/stoatwanders

10% off at Outdoor Herbivore - TWH10P:  https://outdoorherbivore.com/

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Ep. 72: Transcaucasian Trail01 Feb 202601:20:00

Seismologist Harry Kuril joins Jeremy to talk about Harry's thru hike of the Transcaucasian Trail through the countries of Armenia and Georgia in the South Caucasus.  On this epic adventure along a newly-developed long-distance trail, hikers cross forest, mountains, canyons, pastoral lands, farms, local villages, and cultural heritage sites.  The South Caucasus are a fascinating crossroads between Europe and Asia, and there is an extensive human history in the region.

Harry's blog post about the Transcaucasian Trail:  https://hkuril.com/html/en/articles/2023_tct/tct_guide.html

Outdoor Herbivore - 10% off - TWH10P:  https://outdoorherbivore.com/

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Ep. 71: Designing an Urban Adventure01 Jan 202601:03:50

Not all the best adventures are deep in the wilderness.  Join Jeremy as he hikes on an urban adventure from his home to the house he grew up in.  And learn how you too can design a multi-day urban adventure that is personally meaningful and every bit as adventurous as a backcountry trip.

10% off backpacking meals at Outdoor Herbivore (TWH10P):  https://outdoorherbivore.com/

20% off at Highlander Big Bear Lake in June 2026 (TWH20):  https://www.highlanderadventure.com/en-us/big-bear-lake


Ep. 70: Cottonwood-Marble Canyon Loop06 Dec 202500:55:42

Photographer William Armstrong joins Jeremy to discuss the Cottonwood-Marble Canyon Loop hike in Death Valley National Park.  This hike takes backpackers off trail through three desert canyons in the largest national park in the contiguous United States.  And Jeremy tells us how Death Valley got its ominous name.

William Armstrong's photography:  https://www.wta.photography/

Outdoor Herbivore, our sponsor (TWH10P for 10% off):  https://outdoorherbivore.com/

Check out Virginia Outdoor Adventures:  https://virginiaoutdooradventures.com/

2026 Walks of the World desk calendar:  https://gailperrytreks.com/

Christian Paul Photography 2026 calendar:  https://www.christianpaulphotography.com/

Questions, comments, or suggestions:  trailsworthhiking@gmail.com

Instagram:  @trailsworthhikingpodcast

Ep. 69: Trans Bhutan Trail15 Nov 202501:10:44

Dorji Dhradhul, former Director General of the Tourism Council of Bhutan, joins Jeremy to talk about the Trans Bhutan Trail, a newly redeveloped historical trail of more than 400 kilometers that crosses the Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan from west to east.  Dorji also informs Jeremy about Bhutan's high value, low volume tourism policy, and how it impacts travel to Bhutan and the experience trekkers have in Bhutan.  And of course they discuss Gross National Happiness!

To learn more, Dorji's website:  https://dojidhratyul.com/

Questions, comments, or suggestions:  trailsworthhiking@gmail.com

Instagram:  @trailsworthhikingpodcast

Ep. 68: Long Range Traverse01 Nov 202501:12:57

Aaron Reinke and Penney Gilbert join Jeremy to talk about their hike of the Long Range Traverse in Gros Morne National Park in Newfoundland, Canada.  This route takes hikers across a wild and trailless landscape of alpine scenery, forest, gorges, and beautiful fjords.  Jeremy tells us how "Newfoundland" is actually pronounced, which we learn can be a matter of life and death.  And there are even vikings and a Venetian that figure prominently in Newfoundland's history.

For 10% off at Outdoor Herbivore (discount code TWH10P):  https://outdoorherbivore.com/

For 20% off on registration for Highlander Big Bear Lake in June 2026 (discount code TWH20):  https://www.highlanderadventure.com/en-us/big-bear-lake

Questions, comments, and suggestions: trailsworthhiking@gmail.com

Instagram:  @trailsworthhikingpodcast

Ep. 67: Update - Hiking the Pemi Loop15 Oct 202500:29:27

In September 2025, Jeremy hiked the Pemi Loop in the White Mountains of New Hampshire.  We originally covered this tough multi-day loop in episode 23, but now learn about Jeremy's own experience on the Pemi Loop, including staying in Appalachian Mountain Club huts along the route.

Also, Jeremy recommends that you check out a great podcast that covers hiking, kayaking, and camping in Virginia: https://virginiaoutdooradventures.com/

Questions, comments, or suggestions:  trailsworthhiking@gmail.com; Instagram: @trailsworthhikingpodcast

Ep. 66: Outer Mountain Loop01 Oct 202500:50:53

Listener Bryan Hargrove joins Jeremy to talk about his hike on the Outer Mountain Loop in Big Bend National Park in Texas.  This hike takes backpackers through the Chisos Mountains with outstanding views of the surrounding Chihuahuan Desert.  This remote part of Texas has some of the darkest skies in the contiguous United States.

Discounts for TWH listeners:  10% off backpacking food at Outdoor Herbivore (discount code: TWH10P):  https://outdoorherbivore.com/  ; 20% off registration for Highlander Big Bear Lake in June 2026 (discount code TWH20):  https://www.highlanderadventure.com/en-us/big-bear-lake

Questions, comments, and suggestions:  trailsworthhiking@gmail.com; Instagram @trailsworthhikingpodcast

Ep. 65: Update - Hiking Hadrian's Wall Path18 Sep 202500:30:05

In episode 11, back in 2021, we learned about this amazing path across England that parallels the ancient roman wall built along the northern frontier of the Roman Empire.  This past summer, in 2025, Jeremy and Andee hiked the Hadrian's Wall Path.  In this special update episode, get Jeremy's firsthand perspective on hiking Hadrian's Wall Path.

Ep. 64: Buckskin Gulch01 Sep 202501:20:04

Ultralight backpacking equipment pioneer, Glen Van Peski, joins Jeremy to talk about his many hikes through Buckskin Gulch in southern Utah.  Buckskin Gulch is one of the longest slot canyons in the world.  Jeremy and Glen also discuss Glen's book, take less. do more., which details Glen's philosophy on backpacking and life.  And of course Jeremy gives us some background on slot canyons.

To buy Glen's book, click here; Also, here is the book Glen recommends as a resource for Buckskin Gulch; With the discount code TWH20, get 20% off Highlander Big Bear 2026 registration;  And, of course, buy Outdoor Herbivore backpacking meals with 10% off (TWH10P); To join Jeremy in Nepal in October 2026 on the Annapurna Base Camp trek, reach out to Earthbound Expeditions at earthboundnpl@gmail.com; for suggestions, comments, or questions, reach out to Jeremy at trailsworthhiking@gmail.com.


Ep. 63: Teton Crest Trail01 Aug 202501:27:48

Listener, photographer, and Youtuber, Christian Paul, returns to the show to tell us about his solo thru hike of the Teton Crest Trail in Grand Teton National Park, in Wyoming.  This trail takes hikers through one of America's most iconic mountain ranges, where hikers might encounter grizzly bears, as well as black bears.  Jeremy tells us about the beaver trapping history of the area.

Christian's Youtube series about his hike of the Teton Crest Trail:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YZaLA15mpOM&list=PLsu1l97U14cBKj9jvC8o32j5jrdU-Ugg3

Register now for Highlander Big Bear Lake 2026 (June 23-27) with a 20% discount code for TWH listeners (TWH20):  https://www.bigbear.com/events/highlander-adventure-big-bear-lake-2/

10% discount for all TWH listeners on backpacking meals at Outdoor Herbivore (TWH10P): https://outdoorherbivore.com/

Questions, comments, or suggestions:  trailsworthhiking@gmail.com

Instagram:  @trailsworthhikingpodcast

Ep. 62: Snowman Trek01 Jul 202501:03:16

Listener, blogger, and adventure traveler, Jonty Crane, joins Jeremy to talk about the Snowman Trek in Bhutan.  This multi-week epic adventure is considered to be among the most difficult treks in the world.  The trek takes hikers through a cultural immersion in this remote and beautiful Himalayan kingdom.  And of course, Jeremy explains the history of Bhutan's most famous export, the concept of Gross National Happiness!

Jonty's blog:  https://jontynz.com/

10% off at our sponsor, Outdoor Herbivore (TWH10P):  https://outdoorherbivore.com/

To hike with Jeremy in Nepal in 2026:  https://enepaltrekking.com/annapurna-base-camp-trek and email earthboundnpl@gmail.com

Questions, comments, or suggestions:  trailsworthhiking@gmail.com

Instagram:  @trailsworthhikingpodcast

Ep. 61: Havasupai Trail10 Jun 202501:03:24

Listener Eric Spamer joins Jeremy to talk about this beautiful hike in the Grand Canyon in Arizona where hikers have the opportunity to hike to impressive waterfalls on land owned by the Havasupai people.   The trail takes us through Supai, possibly the most isolated town in the contiguous United States.  Don't forget your bathing suit.  Once situated in Havasu Canyon, hikers camp for three nights with access to multiple waterfalls and blue-green pools on Havasu Creek.

If you are interested in our 2026 treks in Costa Rica or Nepal, please reach out at trailsworthhiking@gmail.com.  You can see details of the Camino de Costa Rica trek and express interest here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfb5S6T-jzYA7iNny8anzf6muSg72XLQpccQDuWCdhc0UqaTA/viewform 

To see details of the Annapurna Base Camp trip to Nepal in October 2026, here is general info on the trek:  https://enepaltrekking.com/annapurna-base-camp-trek  And you can reach out to Earthbound Expeditions at earthboundnpl@gmail.com to ask questions and book your spot on the trip.

And don't forget to use our 10% discount code on backpacking food at Outdoor Herbivore:  https://outdoorherbivore.com/

Ep. 60: Mt. Kilimanjaro15 May 202500:58:25

Listener Peter Celeste joins Jeremy to discuss his climb of Mt. Kilimanjaro in Tanzania.  Peter recounts his epic adventure to reach the summit of the tallest mountain in Africa.  Although it's a challenging climb to the top of this massive volcano, it's one that many of us could do.  Jeremy fills us in on some of the history of the area, and we might even talk about the famous snows of Kilimanjaro.  Also, as announced in the episode, we are launching Trails Worth Hiking Adventures, where we'll team up with adventure travel companies to bring you amazing treks in fantastic locations:  If you want to join Jeremy to trek the Camino de Costa Rica in March 2026, you can express your interest here:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfb5S6T-jzYA7iNny8anzf6muSg72XLQpccQDuWCdhc0UqaTA/viewform  And if you'd like to join Jeremy to trek the Annapurna Base Camp trek in Nepal in October 2026, you can find info on the route here:  https://enepaltrekking.com/annapurna-base-camp-trek  and you can contact Earthbound Expeditions and let them know you want to join the Trails Worth Hiking trek in October 2026.  Or just reach out to Jeremy at trailsworthhiking@gmail.com and he'll help get you information on the trips.  Last, but not least, our sponsor Outdoor Herbivore has brought back the TWH10P discount code on their fantastic backpacking food:  https://outdoorherbivore.com/  so it's time to refill your backpacking pantry!

Ep. 59: Nepal Border-to-Border Thru Hike19 Apr 202501:06:59

Rajan Simkhada, of Earthbound Expeditions in Nepal, joins Jeremy to talk about this new route from south to north across Nepal, which Rajan pioneered.  The route takes trekkers from the Indian border on the plains of Southern Nepal through the foothills of the Himalayas, and finally through the high Himalayas to the border with China.  Along the way, trekkers experience a wide variety of cities and towns, and the various etnnic groups and cultures that inhabit them.  This is a new trek in Nepal like no other, and gives trekkers the opportunity to hike in the winter in Nepal.  Earthbound Expeditions:  https://enepaltrekking.com/  Nepal Border-to-Border Thru hike:  https://www.thruhikesnepal.com/  Our sponsor, Outdoor Herbivore:  https://outdoorherbivore.com/

Questions, comments, or suggestions:  trailsworthhiking@gmail.com; Instagram @trailsworthhikingpodcast

Ep. 58: Kungsleden28 Mar 202501:21:52

Listener and YouTuber, Bob Delaney (aka Jon's Dad Hikes), joins Jeremy to talk about Bob's thru hike of the Kungsleden in the Lapland region of Sweden.  Bob tells us about this incredible long-distance hike in one of the last big areas of wilderness of Europe, and about half of the hike is above the Arctic Circle.  Jeremy gives us some history of the area, including of the semi-nomadic Sami people who herd reindeer in the region.

Bob's YouTube channel:  https://www.youtube.com/@JonsDadHikes

Join Jeremy at Highlander in June:  https://www.highlanderadventure.com/en-us/big-bear-lake

Delicious backpacking meals from our sponsor:  https://outdoorherbivore.com/

Quesions, comments, or suggestions:  trailsworthhiking@gmail.com

Instagram:  @trailsworthhikingpodcast

Ep. 57: Sawback Trail10 Mar 202501:14:34

Listener Gavin Fitch joins Jeremy to talk about the Sawback Trail in Banff National Park in the Canadian Rockies.  This fantastic trail gives hikers a chance to experience some of Canada's most amazing backcountry scenery.  And Jeremy walks us through the history of the park.  Also, hear from Nina Veteto about the Spring Wildflower Pilgrimage in Great Smoky Mountains National Park:  https://www.wildflowerpilgrimage.org/  And join Jeremy in June hiking in Southern California at Big Bear Lake at the Highlander event:  https://www.highlanderadventure.com/en-us/big-bear-lake  And finally, don't forget to patronize our sponsor, Outdoor Herbivore:  https://outdoorherbivore.com/

Questions, comments, or suggestions:  trailsworthhiking@gmail.com; and follow on Instagram @trailsworthhikingpodcast

Ep. 56: Maah Daah Hey Trail02 Feb 202501:02:47

Listener Lafe Wessel joins Jeremy to talk about this fantastic hike through the Great Plains and Badlands of North Dakota, where hikers can encounter bison and wild horses, among other animals.  This trail gives hikers an opportunity to hike in solitude in a unique environment.  And Jeremy recounts the rough-and-tumble history of North Dakota, and President Theodore Roosevelt's connection to the state.  


Ep. 55: Kepler Track06 Jan 202501:17:43

Listener J.D. Yingling joins Jeremy to talk about the Kepler Track on the beautiful South Island of New Zealand.  The Kepler Track, located in stunning Fiordland National Park, is one of New Zealand's "Great Walks".  Since this is our first time covering a trail in New Zealand, Jeremy gives us some of the history of New Zealand.  And of course we talk a little about the Lord of the Rings, some of which was filmed on the Kepler Track.
Our sponsor, Outdoor Herbivore: https://outdoorherbivore.com/
Questions, comments, or suggestions:  trailsworthhiking@gmail.com
Instagram:  @trailsworthhikingpodcast

Ep. 54: Northville-Placid Trail23 Dec 202401:07:11

Jonathan Malone of Wilderness Journeys joins Jeremy to talk about the Northville-Placid Trail in the Adirondacks of upstate New York.  This 138-mile trail takes hikers deep into the forested wilderness of New York for a grand adventure that is only a few hours drive away from New York City.  Jeremy tells us about the history of the Adirondacks and the trail, which is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2024.
Wilderness Journeys:  https://www.wildernessjourneys.org/
TWH meal kit on Outdoor Herbivore:  https://outdoorherbivore.com/trails-worth-hiking-ct-combo/
Questions, comments, or suggestions:  trailsworthhiking@gmail.com
Instagram:  @trailsworthhikingpodcast

Ep. 53: Training for Your Dream Adventure23 Nov 202401:12:39

On this special episode, hiking trainer, Marcus Shapiro of Fit for Trips, joins Jeremy to talk about key principles for training for your next adventure, whether it's a high-altitude climb, a long thru hike, or anything in between.  Jeremy gives some thoughts on how Marcus' advice applied to Jeremy training for his Colorado Trail thru hike.
Fit for Trips: https://fitfortrips.com/ 
Outdoor Herbivore Colorado Trail meal kit: https://outdoorherbivore.com/trails-worth-hiking-ct-combo/
comments, questions, or suggestions:  trailsworthhiking@gmail.com
Instagram:  @trailsworthhikingpodcast

Ep. 52: Colorado Trail01 Nov 202402:00:13

Join Jeremy as he recounts his almost 500-mile thru hike of the Colorado Trail from Denver to Durango through the Rocky Mountains.  The episode features interviews with fellow thru hikers and audio from Jeremy during the hike.  If you want to know what it takes to do a significant thru hike, this episode is for you.

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Mick's YouTube channel:  https://www.youtube.com/@Stoat121-Hutton15
Questions, comments, and suggestions:  trailsworthhiking@gmail.com
Instagram:  @trailsworthhikingpodcast


Ep. 51: Carros de Foc01 Oct 202401:10:46

Author and blogger Nadine Slavinski joins Jeremy to talk about this alpine hut-to-hut hike in the Pyrenees in the Catalonia region of Spain.  On this beautiful adventure hikers ascend and descend more than 9,000 meters (30,000 feet) on this 65 kilometer (40 mile) route through Aigüestortes i Sant Maurici National Park.
Nadine's blog, The Travel Bug:  https://www.thetravelbug.blog/index.html
Nadine's post on the Carros de Foc:  https://www.thetravelbug.blog/trips/carros-de-foc-pyrenees.html
Our sponsor, Outdoor Herbivore:  https://outdoorherbivore.com/
Questions, comments, or suggestions:  trailsworthhiking@gmail.com
Instagram:  @trailsworthhikingpodcast

Ep. 50: Camino de Costa Rica07 Sep 202401:18:30

Emma Fry of Vegan Adventure Holidays joins Jeremy to talk about this relatively new hike from coast to coast across all of Costa Rica.  The trail takes trekkers from the Atlantic Coast, through the central highlands and mountains, and finishes in Quepos, on the Pacific Coast.  Jeremy recounts the history of Costa Rica, and the history of its ecotourism industry.
Emma's company:  https://veganadventureholidays.com/
Our sponsor:  https://outdoorherbivore.com/
Janna and Grant Glaze's video on the Pemi Loop:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X54RHN2W-u0
email:  trailsworthhiking@gmail.com
Instagram:  @trailsworthhikingpodcast

Ep. 49: Ocean to Lake Trail13 Jul 202401:00:47

Listener and experienced Florida hiker Richie Mulligan (aka Pecky Bird) joins Jeremy to talk about his hike with his father on the Ocean to Lake Trail in Southern Florida.  This amazing hike from the Atlantic Ocean to Lake Okeechobee takes hikers through a wide variety of Southern Florida's diverse habitats.  And of course there are alligators.  Also learn about the unique Everglades environment in Southern Florida.
New discount for TWH listeners from Outdoor Herbivore, our sponsor:  https://outdoorherbivore.com/
Questions, comments or suggestions:  trailsworthhiking@gmail.com
Instagram:  @trailsworthhikingpodcast

Ep. 48: Everest Base Camp09 Jun 202401:45:59

Listener Wade Tonkin and comedian Sean Keane join Jeremy to talk about their treks to Everest Base Camp.  This amazing trek in Nepal takes hikers high in the Himalayas to the base camp where climbers get ready to ascend the tallest mountain on earth.  Wade tells about his inspiring story of getting fit for this difficult trek and Sean tells us about the stand-up comedy performance he did during the trek.  Listen to the end to hear clips from the actual performance.  And Jeremy fills us in on Mt. Everest, Sherpas, and of course, the base camp itself.

Sean's latest comedy release:  https://seankeane.bandcamp.com/album/americas-uncle-dad
Outdoor Herbivore, where you can purchase the 2024 TWH meal kit: https://outdoorherbivore.com/trails-worth-hiking-combo/
Questions, comments, or suggestions:  trailsworthhiking@gmail.com
Instagram:  @trailsworthhikingpodcast

Ep. 47: Via Transilvanica09 May 202401:28:48

Listener Veronica McGee joins Jeremy to talk about her several adventures on the Via Transilvanica, a new 1,400 kilometer trail that crosses a huge swath of Romania, in Eastern Europe.  The trail brings hikers through small mountain villages where they'll stay in local homes and eat home-cooked meals.  The trail traverses Transylvania, and includes multiple crossings of the Carpathian Mountains.  And we'll have to keep on the look out for signs of one of Romania's most famous historical residents, Vlad Dracula.
The trail's website:  https://www.viatransilvanica.com/en/
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Questions, comments, or suggestions:  trailsworthhiking@gmail.com
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Ep. 46: Uinta Highline Trail11 Apr 202401:40:45

Listener and photographer Christian Paul joins Jeremy to talk about his epic adventure on the Uinta Highline Trail.  This amazing long-distance trail traverses the highest mountain range in Utah.  The trail crosses several high mountain passes and gives the hiker views of glaciated landscapes dotted with alpine lakes brimming with trout.  And Christian talks about the important life changes he made to be able to undertake this challenging hike.
Christian's photography business: https://www.christianpaulphotography.com/
Christian's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6aJIhsOVJ0Re319OI_GSpw/videos
Christian's videos on the Highline Trail: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OutLohnnsno&list=PLsu1l97U14cDHbKFpKPfe1MJUviG-DMWi
Our sponsor, Outdoor Herbivore (listen to the episode for a new discount code!):  https://outdoorherbivore.com/
Janna and Grant Glaze's Alta Via 1 video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bbWa9jz215A
Questions, comments, or suggestions:  trailsworthhiking@gmail.com
Instagram:  @trailsworthhikingpodcast

Ep. 45: Art Loeb Trail18 Feb 202401:03:59

Listener Dane Schuckman joins Jeremy to talk about Dane's hike of the Art Loeb trail in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina.  Dane takes us through this multi-day hike along ridges and over peaks in the wild high country of this part of North Carolina.  And Jeremy tells the story of Art Loeb, the man behind the name of this rugged and challenging trail.

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Questions, comments, or suggestions:  trailsworthhiking@gmail.com
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Ep. 44: Camino de Santiago15 Jan 202401:12:15

Author Suzanne Roberts joins Jeremy to talk about her hike in Spain on the Camino de Santiago.  In fact, Suzanne hiked more than one of the Caminos to Santiago de Compostela.  And Jeremy recounts the interesting history and legend of the Camino de Santiago.  Also, Suzanne talks about the new edition of her book, Almost Somewhere, about her first thru hike of the John Muir Trail.
Suzanne Roberts:  https://www.suzanneroberts.net/
Our sponsor, Outdoor Herbivore:  https://outdoorherbivore.com/
Questions, comments, and suggestions:  trailsworthhiking@gmail.com
Instagram:  @trailsworthhikingpodcast


Ep. 43: Yorkshire Wolds Way18 Dec 202301:03:03

Listener Mimi Cortes joins Jeremy to talk about her thru hike of the little-known Yorkshire Wolds Way in England.  Mimi tells Jeremy about the wonderful medieval towns and beautiful countryside that hikers experience on this week-long adventure.  And we learn about one of England's most famous outlaws who, in the 1730s, frequented one of the inns along the trail.
Our sponsor:  https://outdoorherbivore.com/
Questions, comments, and suggestions:  trailsworthhiking@gmail.com
Instagram:  @trailsworthhikingpodcast

Ep. 42: Trans-Catalina Trail28 Oct 202301:14:10

Listeners Rachel and Beth Irvine join Jeremy to talk about their hike on the Trans-Catalina Trail across the length of Santa Catalina Island off the coast of Southern California.  And learn about the island's unlikely history, which includes baseball spring training, the first movie theater for talking motion pictures, and bison!

Listener David Poirier's YouTube channel, Dave en rando:  https://www.youtube.com/@daveenrando1820/featured
our sponsor, Outdoor Herbivore:  https://outdoorherbivore.com/
Questions, comments, or suggestions:  trailsworthhiking@gmail.com
Instagram:  @trailsworthhikingpodcast

Ep. 41: Laugavegur Trail24 Sep 202301:23:13

Author Nadine Slavinski joins Jeremy to talk about her hike of the Laugavegur Trail in Iceland.  This four-day adventure crosses a wide variety of beautiful terrain, including volcanic landscapes, glaciers, and verdant valleys.  And learn about one of Iceland's most interesting sagas, a wild tale of revenge and murder.
Nadine's website where you can buy her books:  http://nslavinski.com/
Nadine's blog, The Travel Bug:  https://www.thetravelbug.blog/index.html
Nadine's post about the Laugavegur Trail:  https://www.thetravelbug.blog/trips/trekking-icelands-laugavegur-trail.html
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Questions, comments, or suggestions:  trailsworthhiking@gmail.com
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Ep. 40: Bruce Trail24 Aug 202301:21:05

Writer Elisha Rubacha of the blog Elisha Hikes joins Jeremy to talk about her thru hike of the Bruce Trail, Canada's oldest and longest marked footpath, which traverses the Niagara Escarpment in Ontario.  With the help of some very generous trail angels, Elisha and her mother hiked the entire route of over 900 kilometers spending each night in their camper van.  The trail starts near iconic Niagara Falls and finishes on the Bruce Peninsula on Georgian Bay in Lake Huron.
Check out Elisha's blog:  https://elishahikes.ca/
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Ep. 39: Shenandoah on the AT22 Jul 202301:03:48

Listener Steph Lancaster joins Jeremy to talk about her hut-to-hut hike on the Appalachian Trail in Shenandoah National Park.  This unique segment of the AT allows hikers to stay in lodges each night as they hike through a portion of Shenandoah National Park on America's most famous long-distance trail.
An article about this hike:  https://appalachiantrail.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Hike-In-Comfort-article-Shenandoah-Lodge-to-Lodge.pdf
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Ep. 38: Waitukubuli Trail29 May 202301:13:49

Listener Angela Kaplar joins Jeremy to talk about her thru hike of the Waitukubuli Trail on the Caribbean island nation of Dominica.  This trail of more than 100 miles traverses mountainous, dense, tropical jungle and crosses the entire island.  Angela and Jeremy also discuss some of the interesting flora and fauna of Dominica, as well as its welcoming people.
Angela's website (still under construction as of publication date):  https://howwehikedit.com/
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Ep. 37: Tahoe Rim Trail30 Apr 202301:41:15

Friend of the show Tony Wong joins Jeremy to talk about their hike together on the Tahoe Rim Trail, a 165-mile loop around Lake Tahoe, the largest alpine lake in North America.  This adventure has everything: deep forested wilderness, amazing views of the lake, granite backcountry, and passing through resort areas where you can resupply at markets along the way.
Also, for the month of May 2023 only, you can buy a special meal package from our sponsor, Outdoor Herbivore, of Jeremy's favorite three meals that he eats when he is backpacking.  The package is offered at a 20% discount off the regular price for those meals, and a limited number of the packages even come with a TWH sticker.  To check out the package, click here:   https://outdoorherbivore.com/trails-worth-hiking-combo/ 
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Ep. 36: 12 Hikes in 12 Months12 Mar 202300:55:58

In 2022, our host, Jeremy, attempted to do a multi-day hike every month of the year.  How did that work out?  On this special episode we find out.

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Ep. 35: Kaiserkrone18 Feb 202301:08:15

Listener Alex Schoemann  joins Jeremy to talk about the Kaiserkrone trek around the Wilder Kaiser mountains in the Tyrol Alps of Austria.  This multi-day hut-to-hut and village-to-village trek allows trekkers to enjoy surprising solitude for a hike in the Alps that is so accessible to international travelers.  The hike provides trekkers a variety of terrain and interesting accommodations along the way.  And don't forget to learn to speak a little Bavarian before you hike the Kaiserkrone.

Moon & Honey Travel guide to the Kaiserkrone:  https://www.moonhoneytravel.com/europe/austria/emperors-crown-trek-wilder-kaiser/
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Ep. 34: Condor Trail14 Jan 202301:48:30

Brian Sarvis, author of the Condor Trail Guide, and Aaron Owens Mayhew of Backcountry Foodie, join Jeremy to talk about the Condor Trail, the challenging backcountry route through the Los Padres National Forest in California.  The Condor Trail covers over 400 miles of tough hiking, including significant sections of cross-country travel.  Jeremy's introduction describes the trail's namesake bird, the California condor, which had at one point become extinct in the wild, but is today making a comeback.
Condor Trail Guide, by Brian Sarvis:  https://www.amazon.com/Condor-Trail-Guide-National-California/dp/B09C9V4GZY/ref=asc_df_B09C9V4GZY/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=532476075552&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=2943380289027278247&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9032054&hvtargid=pla-1415564917088&psc=1
Backcountry Foodie (Aaron's business):  https://backcountryfoodie.com/
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Ep. 33: Special - Photographing the Blue Ridge Mountains09 Dec 202201:00:33

In this special episode, Asheville, North Carolina-based photographer Mike Poggioli joins Jeremy to talk about his experience photographing the Blue Ridge Mountains from hikes and overlooks along the Blue Ridge Parkway.  Mike also talks about his new book, Blue Ridge Dreaming, which showcases his work.  And Mike gives some great tips about how we can take better photos when we go hiking.
Mike's book, Blue Ridge Dreaming:  https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Ridge-Dreaming-Mike-Poggioli/dp/1951963121/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2X0GIYHE1655N&keywords=blue+ridge+dreaming+book&qid=1670562445&sprefix=blue+ridge+dr%2Caps%2C197&sr=8-1
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Ep. 32: West Highland Way11 Nov 202202:13:15

Neil Lapping, founder and CEO of Macs Adventure, joins Jeremy to talk about the West Highland Way, Scotland's premier long distance trail.  Before the interview, Jeremy recounts the stories of some of Scotland's most memorable historical figures.  After the interview, Jeremy walks us through his hike this past summer on the West Highland Way with his wife Andee, and their friends, the Kinsels, including with some audio from the trip.

Macs Adventure:  https://www.macsadventure.com/us 
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Ep. 31: Ausangate and Rainbow Mountain Trek01 Oct 202201:07:14

Listener Gary Black joins Jeremy to talk about Gary's hike in the Ausangate Nevado high in the Andes of Peru.  Gary tells us how he was able to successfully acclimatize to hike this high elevation circuit of one of the most beautiful ranges of the Andes.  Gary also gives good advice on how to have popular Rainbow Mountain to yourself, even if just for a while.  Jeremy starts the show by telling us about the pastoralists who live in this region.  And we even learn about the minerals that make Rainbow Mountain so beautiful and otherworldly.

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Ep. 30: Grand Canyon - South Kaibab and Bright Angel Trails01 Sep 202201:07:16

In this episode Jeremy tells us about his and Andee's hike of the classic Grand Canyon backpacking route on the South Kaibab and Bright Angel trails.  Jeremy also recounts the amazing geologic history of the Grand Canyon.  And don't miss Jeremy's crucial advice about how you too can do this hike without having a permit in advance.

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Ep. 29: Wonderland Trail01 Aug 202201:14:39

Listener Clay Ryan joins Jeremy to chat about the Wonderland Trail in Washington State.  This 93-mile loop trail circumnavigates Mount Rainier, the tallest mountain in the Cascade Range.  And Jeremy tells us about the mountain, including about the hidden ice caves on its summit.  Listen to the end to hear Clay's advice to new parents who love the outdoors.
For an interesting and eclectic read, check out Clay's blog, Synaptic Mosaic: https://clayryan.wordpress.com/ 
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