Rescuing animals is not for the faint of heart. Every day, volunteers go out of their way to rescue animals in danger of harm, including unnecessary euthanasia. Recently, Linda decided to stop fearing everything that could go wrong with volunteering and just jump in to help save a few dogs by driving them on part of a freedom ride. Jarrett helped her make sure everything was ok at home so she could do the transport and assisted her when she brought an unexpected visitor home. In this episode, they share one of their most adventurous experiences thus far, and how to prepare to volunteer for your first freedom ride.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message

Rescuing animals is not for the faint of heart. Every day, volunteers go out of their way to rescue animals in danger of harm, including unnecessary euthanasia. Recently, Linda decided to stop fearing everything that could go wrong with volunteering and just jump in to help save a few dogs by driving them on part of a freedom ride. Jarrett helped her make sure everything was ok at home so she could do the transport and assisted her when she brought an unexpected visitor home. In this episode, they share one of their most adventurous experiences thus far, and how to prepare to volunteer for your first freedom ride.--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message</a>

S2 E11 - The Rescue

This episode is about Jarrett's solo backpacking trip of the the Lone Star Hiking Trail (LSHT) over 5 days. The LSHT is a 96 mile long hiking trail in East Texas. The trail travels through connecting public lands of the Sam Houston National Forest and private lands. It also happens to be the longest continuous hiking trail in the State of Texas. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message

This episode is about Jarrett's solo backpacking trip of the the Lone Star Hiking Trail (LSHT) over 5 days. The LSHT is a 96 mile long hiking trail in East Texas. The trail travels through connecting public lands of the Sam Houston National Forest and private lands. It also happens to be the longest continuous hiking trail in the State of Texas. --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message</a>

S2 E10 - The Lone Star Hiking Trail

 Arbor Hills Nature Preserve is located on the outskirts of Plano, TX in the DFW area and is a hidden gem of nature hidden inside the metroplex. The park has pavilions restrooms, 3 miles of paved trails, 3 miles of unpaved trails, and 3 miles of biking trails. If you need a break from city life, you don't have to go far. Just make a quick stop to Arbor Hills.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message

Arbor Hills Nature Preserve is located on the outskirts of Plano, TX in the DFW area and is a hidden gem of nature hidden inside the metroplex. The park has pavilions restrooms, 3 miles of paved trails, 3 miles of unpaved trails, and 3 miles of biking trails. If you need a break from city life, you don't have to go far. Just make a quick stop to Arbor Hills.--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message</a>

S2 E9 - Arbor Hills Nature Preserve

Ushaiquer Heritage Village is 200km northwest of Riyadh and is located In area dotted with oasises. The village was restored by locals and villagers to create a historic of old Saudi society. Ushaiquer village became a popular stopping point for pilgrims. The village is winding always and paths and the shops and mosque are still in use by a few of the residents.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message

Ushaiquer Heritage Village is 200km northwest of Riyadh and is located In area dotted with oasises. The village was restored by locals and villagers to create a historic of old Saudi society. Ushaiquer village became a popular stopping point for pilgrims. The village is winding always and paths and the shops and mosque are still in use by a few of the residents. --- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message</a>

S2 E8 - Ushaiqer Village, Saudi Arabia

A day trip to local outdoor attractions around Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. LOcations include Diriyah, Wadi Namar, Wadi Hanifa, and Heet Cave.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message

A day trip to local outdoor attractions around Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. LOcations include Diriyah, Wadi Namar, Wadi Hanifa, and Heet Cave.--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message</a>

S2 E7 - Day Tripping Riyadh

The Edge of the World (Jebel Fihrayn) is located in the desert northwest of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This desert is rocky, filled with cliffs so breathtaking that from atop the escarpment, all that lies in front of you is the horizon, making it seem like you're at the edge of the world. It's part of the much longer Tuwaiq Escarpment and drops down 1,000 feet into an ancient ocean bed. While standing on the cliffs, you'll spot dried rivers weaving across the land, and see camels moving far below. These camels and their herders follow a well-trodden path, as an ancient caravan route once passed within its shadow. Looking for more adventure inspiration? Read about some of Jarrett's and Linda's adventures over the years at www.AdventureswithBG.com. To see some of the pictures from the Edge of the World and other adventures, follow AdventuresWithBG on Instagram and Facebook. As always, if you like this podcast, don't forget to subscribe or follow it in your favorite podcasting app. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, go ahead and leave us a 5-star review. That'd be really cool of you!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message

The Edge of the World (Jebel Fihrayn) is located in the desert northwest of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This desert is rocky, filled with cliffs so breathtaking that from atop the escarpment, all that lies in front of you is the horizon, making it seem like you're at the edge of the world. It's part of the much longer Tuwaiq Escarpment and drops down 1,000 feet into an ancient ocean bed. While standing on the cliffs, you'll spot dried rivers weaving across the land, and see camels moving far below. These camels and their herders follow a well-trodden path, as an ancient caravan route once passed within its shadow. Looking for more adventure inspiration? Read about some of Jarrett's and Linda's adventures over the years at <a href="http://www.adventureswithbg.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.AdventureswithBG.com</a>. To see some of the pictures from the Edge of the World and other adventures, follow AdventuresWithBG on Instagram and Facebook. As always, if you like this podcast, don't forget to subscribe or follow it in your favorite podcasting app. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, go ahead and leave us a 5-star review. That'd be really cool of you!--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message</a>

S2 E6 - Edge of The World, Saudi Arabia

Concluding their summer 2021 west Texas adventure, Jarrett and Linda visited mystical Marfa.  Listen to picture what it's like to sleep at El Cosmico, relax at The Water Stop, and observe the night sky in search of the Marfa lights.  Hear about their time-capsule experiences at the Prada art installation and the site of the 1956 movie Giant.  Learn with them about Marfa at the Marfa and Presidio County Museum and what it's like to eat at Al Campo Wine Garden &amp; Rustic Bistro when it is hosted by Fil N' Viet. Enjoy with them their memories of enjoying the west Texas sunset while eating pizza from Para Llevar. And like them, don't forget to take cash when you visit Marfa so that you can savor a delicious Marfa Burrito. Looking for more adventure inspiration? Read about some of Jarrett's and Linda's adventures over the years at www.AdventureswithBG.com. To see some of the pictures from Marfa and other adventures, follow AdventuresWithBG on Instagram and Facebook. As always, if you like this podcast, don't forget to subscribe or follow it in your favorite podcasting app. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, go ahead and leave us a 5-star review. That'd be really cool of you!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message

Concluding their summer 2021 west Texas adventure, Jarrett and Linda visited mystical Marfa.  Listen to picture what it's like to sleep at <a href="https://elcosmico.com/room/cosmic-kasita/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">El Cosmico</a>, relax at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thewaterstopmarfa/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Water Stop</a>, and observe the night sky in search of the Marfa lights.  Hear about their time-capsule experiences at the Prada art installation and the site of the 1956 movie Giant.  Learn with them about Marfa at the <a href="https://marfamuseum.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Marfa and Presidio County Museum</a> and what it's like to eat at <a href="https://www.alcampomarfa.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Al Campo Wine Garden &amp; Rustic Bistro </a>when it is hosted by Fil N' Viet. Enjoy with them their memories of enjoying the west Texas sunset while eating pizza from <a href="https://www.marfaparallevar.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Para Llevar</a>. And like them, don't forget to take cash when you visit Marfa so that you can savor a delicious Marfa Burrito. Looking for more adventure inspiration? Read about some of Jarrett's and Linda's adventures over the years at <a href="http://www.adventureswithbg.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.AdventureswithBG.com</a>. To see some of the pictures from Marfa and other adventures, follow AdventuresWithBG on Instagram and Facebook. As always, if you like this podcast, don't forget to subscribe or follow it in your favorite podcasting app. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, go ahead and leave us a 5-star review. That'd be really cool of you!--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message</a>

S2 E5 - Marfa, Texas

Out in west Texas, along the U.S.-Mexico border, there is a place where you can camp, bike, bird watch, backpack, and see archeological wonders. This is Seminole Canyon State Park, located in Comstock, along the Pecos and Rio Grande Rivers. Humans have inhabited this place for more than 10,000 years, leaving art and glimpses of their lives for today's visitors. The park offers at least three types of tours, outdoor activities, and a museum to give visitors a historical perspective. Jarrett and Linda endured the Texas summer heat to tell you about this park, which is perfect for those listeners looking for a great winter Texas adventure. To learn more about Seminole Canyon State Park and Historic Site, visit their webpage at https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/seminole-canyon. Looking for more adventure inspiration? Read about some of Jarrett's and Linda's adventures over the years at www.AdventureswithBG.com. To see some of the pictures from Seminole Canyon and other adventures, follow AdventuresWithBG on Instagram and Facebook. As always, if you like this podcast, don't forget to subscribe or follow it in your favorite podcasting app. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, go ahead and leave us a 5-star review. That'd be really cool of you!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message

Out in west Texas, along the U.S.-Mexico border, there is a place where you can camp, bike, bird watch, backpack, and see archeological wonders. This is Seminole Canyon State Park, located in Comstock, along the Pecos and Rio Grande Rivers. Humans have inhabited this place for more than 10,000 years, leaving art and glimpses of their lives for today's visitors. The park offers at least three types of tours, outdoor activities, and a museum to give visitors a historical perspective. Jarrett and Linda endured the Texas summer heat to tell you about this park, which is perfect for those listeners looking for a great winter Texas adventure. To learn more about Seminole Canyon State Park and Historic Site, visit their webpage at <a href="https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/seminole-canyon" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/seminole-canyon</a>. Looking for more adventure inspiration? Read about some of Jarrett's and Linda's adventures over the years at <a href="http://www.adventureswithbg.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.AdventureswithBG.com</a>. To see some of the pictures from Seminole Canyon and other adventures, follow AdventuresWithBG on Instagram and Facebook. As always, if you like this podcast, don't forget to subscribe or follow it in your favorite podcasting app. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, go ahead and leave us a 5-star review. That'd be really cool of you!--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message</a>

S2 E4 - Seminole Canyon State Park

Today, we're going to tell you about the first part of a Texas road trip, where we visit X-Bar Ranch and Caverns of Sonora. X-Bar Ranch is a great place to get away that has hiking, big night skies, and a birders paradise. Caverns of Sonora are equally amazing and considered one of the best show caves in the world. Looking for more adventure inspiration? Read about some of Jarrett's and Linda's adventures over the years at www.AdventureswithBG.com. To see some of the pictures from Scream Hollow and other adventures, follow AdventuresWithBG on Instagram and Facebook. As always, if you like this podcast, don't forget to subscribe or follow it in your favorite podcasting app. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, go ahead and leave us a 5-star review. That'd be really cool of you!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message

Today, we're going to tell you about the first part of a Texas road trip, where we visit X-Bar Ranch and Caverns of Sonora. X-Bar Ranch is a great place to get away that has hiking, big night skies, and a birders paradise. Caverns of Sonora are equally amazing and considered one of the best show caves in the world. Looking for more adventure inspiration? Read about some of Jarrett's and Linda's adventures over the years at <a href="http://www.adventureswithbg.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.AdventureswithBG.com</a>. To see some of the pictures from Scream Hollow and other adventures, follow AdventuresWithBG on Instagram and Facebook. As always, if you like this podcast, don't forget to subscribe or follow it in your favorite podcasting app. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, go ahead and leave us a 5-star review. That'd be really cool of you!--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message</a>

S2 E3 - X-Bar Ranch and Caverns of Sonora

A wonderful place where one can find royalty, wizards, plague doctors, and fairies - no it's not fantasy. This is the Texas Renaissance Festival, currently open in Todd Mission, Texas. In this episode, Jarrett and special guest CJ tell you about their adventure at the festival, including the camping. Listen to hear about whether you need to wear a costume, what it costs to attend, and how much fun you'll have! Looking for more adventure inspiration? Read about some of Jarrett's and Linda's adventures over the years at www.AdventureswithBG.com. To see some of the pictures from Scream Hollow and other adventures, follow AdventuresWithBG on Instagram and Facebook. As always, if you like this podcast, don't forget to subscribe or follow it in your favorite podcasting app. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, go ahead and leave us a 5-star review. That'd be really cool of you!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message

A wonderful place where one can find royalty, wizards, plague doctors, and fairies - no it's not fantasy. This is the Texas Renaissance Festival, currently open in Todd Mission, Texas. In this episode, Jarrett and special guest CJ tell you about their adventure at the festival, including the camping. Listen to hear about whether you need to wear a costume, what it costs to attend, and how much fun you'll have! Looking for more adventure inspiration? Read about some of Jarrett's and Linda's adventures over the years at <a href="http://www.adventureswithbg.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.AdventureswithBG.com</a>. To see some of the pictures from Scream Hollow and other adventures, follow AdventuresWithBG on Instagram and Facebook. As always, if you like this podcast, don't forget to subscribe or follow it in your favorite podcasting app. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, go ahead and leave us a 5-star review. That'd be really cool of you!--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message</a>

S2 E2 - Texas Renaissance Festival

Wandering into the Woods is a podcast to encourage listeners to create their own adventures by exploring the world around them. It chronicles the adventures of Team Adventures with BeeGee, a group of friends and relatives in Central Texas.The hosts, Jarrett and Linda, talk about their outdoor adventures, including hiking, camping, caving, kayaking, and rafting. Together, they describe what it's like exploring the outdoors as a newbie or city-dweller, like Linda, or as an experienced outdoors person, like Jarrett.

The spooky season marks the start of Season 2. Team AdventuresWithBG ventured into Scream Hollow, a Halloween park about an hour southeast of Austin, Texas. The park includes four haunted houses and a haunted hayride - all in the middle of the woods. Listen to hear about how to reach the park, ticket prices, and a preview of the monstrosities that await you in the small town of Smithville, Texas. Looking for more adventure inspiration? Read about some of Jarrett's and Linda's adventures over the years at www.AdventureswithBG.com. To see some of the pictures from Scream Hollow and other adventures, follow AdventuresWithBG on Instagram and Facebook. As always, if you like this podcast, don't forget to subscribe or follow it in your favorite podcasting app. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, go ahead and leave us a 5-star review. That'd be really cool of you!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message

The spooky season marks the start of Season 2. Team AdventuresWithBG ventured into Scream Hollow, a Halloween park about an hour southeast of Austin, Texas. The park includes four haunted houses and a haunted hayride - all in the middle of the woods. Listen to hear about how to reach the park, ticket prices, and a preview of the monstrosities that await you in the small town of Smithville, Texas. Looking for more adventure inspiration? Read about some of Jarrett's and Linda's adventures over the years at <a href="http://www.adventureswithbg.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.AdventureswithBG.com</a>. To see some of the pictures from Scream Hollow and other adventures, follow AdventuresWithBG on Instagram and Facebook. As always, if you like this podcast, don't forget to subscribe or follow it in your favorite podcasting app. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, go ahead and leave us a 5-star review. That'd be really cool of you!--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message</a>

S2 E1 - Scream Hollow: Wicked Halloween

Snowpocalypse Survival Preparation  Gas Stove - Reserve gas and camping stove of some kind to use with that reserve (Primus Yellowstone Trail Stove, Additional Stove Options 1, Additional Stove Options 2, How to start a fire in a survival situation) Light: Lighters, Candles, Headlamps (Biolite) Hiking sticks (REI Co-op Flash Folding Trekking Poles) Hiking shoes, waterproof w/ good grip Altra Lone Peak 4 Mid-Mesh Hiking Boots Cloudveil Jacket Columbia Fleece Wool Socks Thermal Under Layers REI Gloves or Similar Ones UGQ Outdoor Bandit Quilt Blankets Towels for plumbing Bathtub Spare large containers Magellan Outdoors Ice Box Goal Zero Yeti 1400 Lithium Power Station Aukey 300W Power Inverter Full tank of gas Pet heating pads Water Bob Aqua-Tainer 7 Gallon Water Container Bucket(s) Medicines Nonperishable food: powdered creamer, powdered milk, butter, bread, cheese, canned food, tuna, frozen food, freeze-dried food, pancake mix Dog food and water bowl Additional recommended dog gear Baseball bat and hammer  Things I wish I had:  Ice-pick Shovel Tire Snow-Chains Lessons Learned as Hurricane Harvey  Things that Come from You:  Strength Training Cardio Perspective--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message

Snowpocalypse Survival Preparation <ol> <li>Gas Stove - Reserve gas and camping stove of some kind to use with that reserve (<a href="https://adventureswithbg.com/gear-review-primus-yellowstone-classic-trail-stove/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Primus Yellowstone Trail Stove</a>, <a href="https://adventureswithbg.com/stove-basics-part-1/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Additional Stove Options 1</a>, <a href="https://adventureswithbg.com/stove-basics-part-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Additional Stove Options 2</a>, <a href="https://adventureswithbg.com/how-to-start-a-fire-in-a-survival-situation-videos/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">How to start a fire in a survival situation</a>)</li> <li>Light: Lighters, Candles, Headlamps (<a href="https://www.rei.com/product/143321/biolite-headlamp-330?color=TEAL" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Biolite</a>)</li> <li>Hiking sticks (<a href="https://www.rei.com/product/148630/rei-co-op-flash-folding-trekking-poles-pair" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">REI Co-op Flash Folding Trekking Poles</a>)</li> <li>Hiking shoes, waterproof w/ good grip <a href="https://adventureswithbg.com/altra-lone-peak-review/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Altra Lone Peak 4 Mid-Mesh Hiking Boots</a></li> <li>Cloudveil Jacket</li> <li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Columbia-Springs-Classic-charcoal-heather/dp/B003NX8C7E/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&amp;keywords=columbia+fleece&amp;qid=1613863079&amp;sr=8-2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Columbia Fleece</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.rei.com/product/165393/rei-co-op-merino-wool-expedition-hiking-crew-socks" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wool Socks</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.walmart.com/ip/ClimateRight-by-Cuddl-Duds-Women-s-Stretch-Fleece-Long-Underwear-Thermal-Top/423144831" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Thermal Under Layers</a></li> <li>REI Gloves or <a href="https://www.rei.com/product/136766/rei-co-op-polartec-power-stretch-gloves" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Similar Ones</a></li> <li><a href="https://ugqoutdoor.com/top-quilts/bandit/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">UGQ Outdoor Bandit Quilt</a></li> <li>Blankets</li> <li>Towels for plumbing</li> <li>Bathtub</li> <li>Spare large containers</li> <li><a href="https://www.academy.com/shop/pdp/magellan-outdoors-ice-box-50" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Magellan Outdoors Ice Box</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.rei.com/product/140560/goal-zero-yeti-1400-lithium-power-station-with-wi-fi" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Goal Zero Yeti 1400 Lithium Power Station</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/BESTEK-300W-Power-Inverter-Adapter/dp/B004MDXS0U/ref=asc_df_B004MDXS0U/?tag=hyprod-20&amp;linkCode=df0&amp;hvadid=198151843411&amp;hvpos=&amp;hvnetw=g&amp;hvrand=17981284958498401692&amp;hvpone=&amp;hvptwo=&amp;hvqmt=&amp;hvdev=c&amp;hvdvcmdl=&amp;hvlocint=&amp;hvlocphy=9028295&amp;hvtargid=pla-391702780059&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Aukey 300W Power Inverter</a></li> <li>Full tank of gas</li> <li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Bed-Warmer-Large-x24/dp/B001AZLVG6/ref=sr_1_11?dchild=1&amp;keywords=pet%2Bheating%2Bpad&amp;qid=1613862846&amp;sr=8-11&amp;th=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pet heating pads</a></li> <li><a href="https://waterbob.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Water Bob</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.walmart.com/ip/Reliance-Aqua-Tainer-Water-Container-7-Gallon/872426?wmlspartner=wlpa&amp;selectedSellerId=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Aqua-Tainer 7 Gallon Water Container</a></li> <li>Bucket(s)</li> <li>Medicines</li> <li>Nonperishable food: powdered creamer, powdered milk, butter, bread, cheese, canned food, tuna, frozen food, freeze-dried food, pancake mix</li> <li>Dog food and water bowl</li> <li><a href="https://adventureswithbg.com/beegees-gear-list/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Additional recommended dog gear</a></li> <li>Baseball bat and hammer</li> </ol> Things I wish I had: <ol> <li>Ice-pick</li> <li>Shovel</li> <li>Tire Snow-Chains</li> <li><a href="https://adventureswithbg.com/lessons-learned-as-a-hurricane-harvey-first-responder/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lessons Learned as Hurricane Harvey</a></li> </ol> Things that Come from You: <ol> <li>Strength Training</li> <li>Cardio</li> <li>Perspective</li></ol>--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message</a>

Surviving the Snowpocalypse in ATX

A day after finishing the Salkantay Trek, Jarrett and most of the group took on an extra hike. Jarrett talks about what it was like hiking up Machu Picchu mountain and the view from there. Meanwhile, Linda and another groupmate took it slower that morning and walked through the Machu Picchu palace. Linda and Jarrett talk about visiting this majestic place during the dry season in 2019, as compared to their visit during the wet season in 2012 to explain the measures the Peruvian government is taking to protect this historic place. Looking for more opportunities to escape the quarantine?  To see some of the pictures from Peru and other adventures, follow AdventuresWithBG on Instagram and Facebook. You can also visit AdventuresWithBG.com. As always, if you like this podcast, don't forget to subscribe or follow it in your favorite podcasting app. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, go ahead and leave us a 5-star review. It'd be really neat of you!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message

A day after finishing the Salkantay Trek, Jarrett and most of the group took on an extra hike. Jarrett talks about what it was like hiking up Machu Picchu mountain and the view from there. Meanwhile, Linda and another groupmate took it slower that morning and walked through the Machu Picchu palace. Linda and Jarrett talk about visiting this majestic place during the dry season in 2019, as compared to their visit during the wet season in 2012 to explain the measures the Peruvian government is taking to protect this historic place. Looking for more opportunities to escape the quarantine?  To see some of the pictures from Peru and other adventures, follow AdventuresWithBG on Instagram and Facebook. You can also visit <a href="https://adventureswithbg.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">AdventuresWithBG.com</a>. As always, if you like this podcast, don't forget to subscribe or follow it in your favorite podcasting app. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, go ahead and leave us a 5-star review. It'd be really neat of you!--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message</a>

Episode 24 - Wandering Through Machu Picchu

Day 4 on the Salkantay Trail included a steep hike uphill and downhill. The group began its adventure that day at La Playa (6,716 ft / 2,000 m) and hiking for three hours to the ancient Inca lookout of Llactapata (8,694 ft / 2,650 m). From Llactapata, they braved the steep trail downhill for two hours. It was here where Linda experienced another near-miss. Finally, the group arrived at Hidroelectrica (6,233 ft / 1,900 m) and boarded the train to Aguascalientes (6,692 ft / 2,040 m). Thus ended the camping portion of the trail to Macchu Picchu; the visit to the majestic palace would happen the next day. Looking for more opportunities to escape the quarantine?  To see some of the pictures from Peru and other adventures, follow AdventuresWithBG on Instagram and Facebook. You can also visit AdventuresWithBG.com. As always, if you like this podcast, don't forget to subscribe or follow it in your favorite podcasting app. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, go ahead and leave us a 5-star review. It'd be really neat of you!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message

Day 4 on the Salkantay Trail included a steep hike uphill and downhill. The group began its adventure that day at La Playa (6,716 ft / 2,000 m) and hiking for three hours to the ancient Inca lookout of Llactapata (8,694 ft / 2,650 m). From Llactapata, they braved the steep trail downhill for two hours. It was here where Linda experienced another near-miss. Finally, the group arrived at Hidroelectrica (6,233 ft / 1,900 m) and boarded the train to Aguascalientes (6,692 ft / 2,040 m). Thus ended the camping portion of the trail to Macchu Picchu; the visit to the majestic palace would happen the next day. Looking for more opportunities to escape the quarantine?  To see some of the pictures from Peru and other adventures, follow AdventuresWithBG on Instagram and Facebook. You can also visit <a href="https://adventureswithbg.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">AdventuresWithBG.com</a>. As always, if you like this podcast, don't forget to subscribe or follow it in your favorite podcasting app. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, go ahead and leave us a 5-star review. It'd be really neat of you!--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message</a>

Episode 23 - Journey Past Salkantay: Day 4

Day 3 on the Salkantay Trail went downhill - literally.  That day, the trail began at Collpapampa (9,842 ft / 3,000 m) and it was straight downhill to La Playa (6,716 ft / 2,000 m). They hiked 9.7 miles / 15.6 km over seven hours. Needless to say, it was a day when Jarrett and Linda made good use of their walking sticks to venture into jungle territory. As they ventured into the outskirts of the Amazon, the group left behind the frigid airs of the prior day and were welcomed by a tropical climate. They stopped at several waterfalls and crossed a few more bridges. To reward themselves after the grueling workout of the last few days, when the group arrived at La Playa they grabbed their swimsuits and headed for the hot springs nearby. If you want to hear about what it's like to hike in a tropical climate, listen to this podcast for more details. Looking for more opportunities to escape the quarantine?  To see some of the pictures from Peru and other adventures, follow AdventuresWithBG on Instagram and Facebook. You can also visit AdventuresWithBG.com. As always, if you like this podcast, don't forget to subscribe or follow it in your favorite podcasting app. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, go ahead and leave us a 5 star review. It'd be really neat of you!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message

Day 3 on the Salkantay Trail went downhill - literally.  That day, the trail began at Collpapampa (9,842 ft / 3,000 m) and it was straight downhill to La Playa (6,716 ft / 2,000 m). They hiked 9.7 miles / 15.6 km over seven hours. Needless to say, it was a day when Jarrett and Linda made good use of their walking sticks to venture into jungle territory. As they ventured into the outskirts of the Amazon, the group left behind the frigid airs of the prior day and were welcomed by a tropical climate. They stopped at several waterfalls and crossed a few more bridges. To reward themselves after the grueling workout of the last few days, when the group arrived at La Playa they grabbed their swimsuits and headed for the hot springs nearby. If you want to hear about what it's like to hike in a tropical climate, listen to this podcast for more details. Looking for more opportunities to escape the quarantine?  To see some of the pictures from Peru and other adventures, follow AdventuresWithBG on Instagram and Facebook. You can also visit <a href="https://adventureswithbg.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">AdventuresWithBG.com</a>. As always, if you like this podcast, don't forget to subscribe or follow it in your favorite podcasting app. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, go ahead and leave us a 5 star review. It'd be really neat of you!--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message</a>

Episode 22 - Journey Past the Salkantay Pass: Day 3

The journey of the Salkantay Trek to Macchu Picchu marked its highest point at the Salkantay Pass on Day 2. That day, the trail began at Soraypampa (1,263 ft / 3,850 m) and ended at Collpapampa (9,842 ft / 3,000 m). It was the longest hike of the adventure, with 13.5 miles / 21.2 km traversed along more or less eleven hours. Day 2 also had the highest point of the trek - literally.  Situated at an altitude of 15,090 ft / 4,600 m, the Salkantay Pass is above the point of where vegetation grows. It looked and felt as if being on the moon (at least, based on the pictures we've seen). Coming down from the Pass gave us a chance to walk above and amongst the clouds as we walked through a cloud forest. If you want to hear about what it's like to walk in the clouds, listen to this podcast for more details. Looking for more opportunities to escape the quarantine?  To see some of the pictures from Peru and other adventures, follow AdventuresWithBG on Instagram and Facebook. Or check us out on adventureswithbg.com As always, if you like this podcast, don't forget to subscribe or follow it in your favorite podcasting app. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, go ahead and leave us a 5-star review. It'd be really neat of you!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message

The journey of the Salkantay Trek to Macchu Picchu marked its highest point at the Salkantay Pass on Day 2. That day, the trail began at Soraypampa (1,263 ft / 3,850 m) and ended at Collpapampa (9,842 ft / 3,000 m). It was the longest hike of the adventure, with 13.5 miles / 21.2 km traversed along more or less eleven hours. Day 2 also had the highest point of the trek - literally.  Situated at an altitude of 15,090 ft / 4,600 m, the Salkantay Pass is above the point of where vegetation grows. It looked and felt as if being on the moon (at least, based on the pictures we've seen). Coming down from the Pass gave us a chance to walk above and amongst the clouds as we walked through a cloud forest. If you want to hear about what it's like to walk in the clouds, listen to this podcast for more details. Looking for more opportunities to escape the quarantine?  To see some of the pictures from Peru and other adventures, follow AdventuresWithBG on Instagram and Facebook. Or check us out on <a href="//adventureswithbg.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">adventureswithbg.com</a> As always, if you like this podcast, don't forget to subscribe or follow it in your favorite podcasting app. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, go ahead and leave us a 5-star review. It'd be really neat of you!--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message</a>

Episode 21 - Journey through the Salkantay Pass: Day 2

Jarrett and Linda tell you about their take off from Cusco and their first day of hiking the Salkantay Trail. They describe the challenges, the sites they most remember, and the incidents that stood out to them from their first day and night out on the trail. Their 2019 adventurous hike began at Challacancha at an altitude of 2,900 m / 9,500 ft. and ended that day in Soraypampa at  3,850 m / 12,795 ft. After first arriving in Soraypampa, the entire group took an evening stroll to the glacial Lake Humantay at 4,200 m / 13,780 ft. At the end of the day, making it to the lake required mustering extra strength and motivation. In this episode, Jarrett and Linda tell you whether it was worth it. Looking for more opportunities to escape the quarantine? Read about some of Jarrett's and Linda's adventures over the years at www.AdventureswithBG.com. To see some of the pictures from visiting Peru and other adventures, follow AdventuresWithBG on Instagram and Facebook. As always, if you like this podcast, don't forget to subscribe or follow it in your favorite podcasting app. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, go ahead and leave us a 5 star review. That'd be really neat!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message

Jarrett and Linda tell you about their take off from Cusco and their first day of hiking the Salkantay Trail. They describe the challenges, the sites they most remember, and the incidents that stood out to them from their first day and night out on the trail. Their 2019 adventurous hike began at Challacancha at an altitude of 2,900 m / 9,500 ft. and ended that day in Soraypampa at  3,850 m / 12,795 ft. After first arriving in Soraypampa, the entire group took an evening stroll to the glacial Lake Humantay at 4,200 m / 13,780 ft. At the end of the day, making it to the lake required mustering extra strength and motivation. In this episode, Jarrett and Linda tell you whether it was worth it. Looking for more opportunities to escape the quarantine? Read about some of Jarrett's and Linda's adventures over the years at <a href="http://www.adventureswithbg.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.AdventureswithBG.com</a>. To see some of the pictures from visiting Peru and other adventures, follow AdventuresWithBG on Instagram and Facebook. As always, if you like this podcast, don't forget to subscribe or follow it in your favorite podcasting app. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, go ahead and leave us a 5 star review. That'd be really neat!--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message</a>

Episode 20 - Journey to Salkantay: Day 1

Have you ever considered doing the Inca Trail but feared you might miss out on seeing other important sites of natural beauty in Peru? Or maybe you tried getting passes for the Inca Trail but found that you couldn't get passes for it anymore? Well don't fret; there are other exciting options for you adventurers. In May 2019, Jarrett and Linda finally made the decision to return to Peru to hike to Macchu Picchu. With only a month to go before their trip, they could no longer get passes for the Inca Trail, but that turned out great. Instead, they embarked on the Salkantay-Santa Theresa trek. In this episode, Jarrett and Linda tell you why they chose this journey, what to look for when looking at different touring companies, and about the company they went with, Llama Path. They tell you about their itinerary and how they prepared for the trip. The only bad thing about this episode is that you won't be able to travel to Peru right away! Looking for more opportunities to escape the quarantine? Read about some of Jarrett's and Linda's adventures over the years at www.AdventureswithBG.com. To see some of the pictures from visiting Peru and other adventures, follow AdventuresWithBG on Instagram and Facebook. As always, if you like this podcast, don't forget to subscribe or follow it in your favorite podcasting app. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, go ahead and leave us a 5-star review. That'd be really neat!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message

Have you ever considered doing the Inca Trail but feared you might miss out on seeing other important sites of natural beauty in Peru? Or maybe you tried getting passes for the Inca Trail but found that you couldn't get passes for it anymore? Well don't fret; there are other exciting options for you adventurers. In May 2019, Jarrett and Linda finally made the decision to return to Peru to hike to Macchu Picchu. With only a month to go before their trip, they could no longer get passes for the Inca Trail, but that turned out great. Instead, they embarked on the <a href="https://www.llamapath.com/en/salkantay-trek" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Salkantay-Santa Theresa trek</a>. In this episode, Jarrett and Linda tell you why they chose this journey, what to look for when looking at different touring companies, and about the company they went with, <a href="https://www.llamapath.com/en/about-us" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Llama Path</a>. They tell you about their itinerary and how they prepared for the trip. The only bad thing about this episode is that you won't be able to travel to Peru right away! Looking for more opportunities to escape the quarantine? Read about some of Jarrett's and Linda's adventures over the years at <a href="http://www.adventureswithbg.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.AdventureswithBG.com</a>. To see some of the pictures from visiting Peru and other adventures, follow AdventuresWithBG on Instagram and Facebook. As always, if you like this podcast, don't forget to subscribe or follow it in your favorite podcasting app. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, go ahead and leave us a 5-star review. That'd be really neat!--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message</a>

Episode 19 - Salkantay Trek to Macchu Picchu: The Preparation

In August 2020, Jarrett and Linda talk about their trip to Old Tunnel State Park, located in Fredericksburg, Texas.  They got to see some cool Mexican free-tailed bats come out of the tunnel and fly out into the Texas skyline.  Old Tunnel is an old railroad tunnel built from private funding so that locals could make quick trips from Comfort, TX to Fredricksburg, TX.  The rail line went out of business in 1942 and the land was purchased by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department in 1991. Finally, this park is the smallest state park at 15-acres and .5 miles of hiking trails. Looking for more opportunities to escape the quarantine? Read about some of Jarrett's and Linda's adventures over the years at www.AdventureswithBG.com. To see some of the pictures from visiting Old Tunnel State Park and other adventures, follow AdventuresWithBG on Instagram and Facebook. As always, if you like this podcast, don't forget to subscribe or follow it in your favorite podcasting app. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, go ahead and leave us a 5-star review. That'd be really neat!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message

In August 2020, Jarrett and Linda talk about their trip to Old Tunnel State Park, located in Fredericksburg, Texas.  They got to see some cool Mexican free-tailed bats come out of the tunnel and fly out into the Texas skyline.  Old Tunnel is an old railroad tunnel built from private funding so that locals could make quick trips from Comfort, TX to Fredricksburg, TX.  The rail line went out of business in 1942 and the land was purchased by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department in 1991. Finally, this park is the smallest state park at 15-acres and .5 miles of hiking trails. Looking for more opportunities to escape the quarantine? Read about some of Jarrett's and Linda's adventures over the years at <a href="http://www.adventureswithbg.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.AdventureswithBG.com</a>. To see some of the pictures from visiting Old Tunnel State Park and other adventures, follow AdventuresWithBG on Instagram and Facebook. As always, if you like this podcast, don't forget to subscribe or follow it in your favorite podcasting app. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, go ahead and leave us a 5-star review. That'd be really neat!--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message</a>

Episode 18 - Old Tunnel State Park

Rainbow Mountain and the Red Valley in Peru. Located at 17,500 feet above sea level amidst snow-capped mountains, is it a challenge native Texans can take on? Listen to this episode to find out how Jarrett and Linda fared on this journey. Please note that Jarrett and Linda were paying customers of Visit South America, https://visitsouthamerica.co/packages/rainbow-mountain-1-day/. Their Rainbow Mountain and Red Valley 1D Tours are for private groups up to four people, not eight. We were also at Rainbow Mountain in June, not July. As we mistakenly said in the podcast. Sorry about that. They were not paid for this podcast, nor did they receive any discounts for making it.  All statements made in this podcast are based on the experiences and opinions of Jarrett and Linda. Looking for more opportunities to escape the quarantine? Read about some of Jarrett's and Linda's adventures over the years at www.AdventureswithBG.com. To see some of the pictures from hiking on Rainbow Mountain and the Red Valley and other adventures, follow AdventuresWithBG on Instagram and Facebook. As always, if you like this podcast, don't forget to subscribe or follow it in your favorite podcasting app. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, go ahead and leave us a 5-star review. That'd be really neat!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message

Rainbow Mountain and the Red Valley in Peru. Located at 17,500 feet above sea level amidst snow-capped mountains, is it a challenge native Texans can take on? Listen to this episode to find out how Jarrett and Linda fared on this journey. Please note that Jarrett and Linda were paying customers of Visit South America, <a href="https://visitsouthamerica.co/packages/rainbow-mountain-1-day/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://visitsouthamerica.co/packages/rainbow-mountain-1-day/</a>. Their Rainbow Mountain and Red Valley 1D Tours are for private groups up to four people, not eight. We were also at Rainbow Mountain in June, not July. As we mistakenly said in the podcast. Sorry about that. They were not paid for this podcast, nor did they receive any discounts for making it.  All statements made in this podcast are based on the experiences and opinions of Jarrett and Linda. Looking for more opportunities to escape the quarantine? Read about some of Jarrett's and Linda's adventures over the years at <a href="http://www.adventureswithbg.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.AdventureswithBG.com</a>. To see some of the pictures from hiking on Rainbow Mountain and the Red Valley and other adventures, follow AdventuresWithBG on Instagram and Facebook. As always, if you like this podcast, don't forget to subscribe or follow it in your favorite podcasting app. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, go ahead and leave us a 5-star review. That'd be really neat!--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/wanderings/message</a>

Episode 17 - Rainbow Mountain

Such a great podcast! It’s funny and filled with some adventure. It’s like a guide of Texas. Can’t wait to see what other things they’ll talk about.

This is clearly a new podcast but they are putting out great information on trips and things to do in Central Texas (specifically Austin, TX). I can&#39;t wait to see what they talk about next and how they are improving over time.

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