Stacia Bennett

Original episode aired February 13th, 2019Stacia shares her personal experiences of being on the Appalachian Trail and how it helped her grow and find purpose in life. Anyone who is planning a section or thru hike or has done one will find that listening to her story gives a candid and honest perspective that gets to the heart of why we hike. Stacia reflects on overcoming obstacles, pushing her body to its limits and the bonds of her trail family as she set out to reach Katahdin. What she discovered along the way is that the Appalachian Trail is more than the number of miles you hike or what you check off on the list. The trail changed her life. Through Stacia's story, we get to understand what it really means to find Katahdin. Connect with Stacia on InstagramSupport the showConnect with Hike:Instagram: @thehikepodcastTwitter: @thehikepodcastFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com 

Original episode aired February 13th, 2019 Stacia shares her personal experiences of being on the Appalachian Trail and how it helped her grow and find purpose in life. Anyone who is planning a section or thru hike or has done one will find that listening to her story gives a candid and honest perspective that gets to the heart of why we hike. Stacia reflects on overcoming obstacles, pushing her body to its limits and the bonds of her trail family as she set out to reach Katahdin. What she discovered along the way is that the Appalachian Trail is more than the number of miles you hike or what you check off on the list. The trail changed her life. Through Stacia's story, we get to understand what it really means to find Katahdin. Connect with Stacia on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/adventurelikeagirl/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a><a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Connect with Hike: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Best of Hike: Finding Your Katahdin with Stacia Bennett

Lee, trail name Boots, shares information about his annual Hike for Healing. This year the hike will be on June 19th on Segment 1 of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail. Listen in to learn how you can bring awareness to this issue and be an ally by supporting the hike. "Hike for Healing is an annual hike promoting ongoing awareness to strive towards healing of divisions. Why? Because humanity is imperfect. Racism, inequity, cultural insensitivities, social injustices, and even subtle prejudices are quite real and unfortunately play a role in everyday life. These are not political problems, these are human problems." - Bootsonthetrail.comConnect with Boots:bootsonthetrail.comAll the social links and news can be found at https://linktr.ee/bootsonthetrailInstagram: @bootsonthetrailYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx3N7038qJrQF9tVztx7xGwSupport the showConnect with Hike:Instagram: @thehikepodcastTwitter: @thehikepodcastFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com 

Lee, trail name Boots, shares information about his annual Hike for Healing. This year the hike will be on June 19th on Segment 1 of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail. Listen in to learn how you can bring awareness to this issue and be an ally by supporting the hike.  "Hike for Healing is an annual hike promoting ongoing awareness to strive towards healing of divisions. Why? Because humanity is imperfect. Racism, inequity, cultural insensitivities, social injustices, and even subtle prejudices are quite real and unfortunately play a role in everyday life. These are not political problems, these are human problems." - <a href="http://Bootsonthetrail.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bootsonthetrail.com</a> Connect with Boots: <a href="http://bootsonthetrail.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bootsonthetrail.com</a> All the social links and news can be found at <a href="https://linktr.ee/bootsonthetrail" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://linktr.ee/bootsonthetrail</a>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bootsonthetrail/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@bootsonthetrail</a> Youtube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx3N7038qJrQF9tVztx7xGw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx3N7038qJrQF9tVztx7xGw</a><a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Connect with Hike: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Boots on the Trail - Hike for Healing

Lori chats with Nat of the Trailkeepers of Oregon. Trailkeepers of Oregon is a people powered non profit based out of Portland, Oregon. They partner with land agencies and owners on trail maintenance and stewardship projects that preserve current trails. They also find ways to encourage and renew public agency interest in trails. Some of their projects and offerings involve: Crew leader trainingTrail Ambassador program Trail Maintenance Sawyer certification trainingFamily friendly eventsFind them here:https://trailkeepersoforegon.orgParticipate in the Trailkeeper Challenge:https://trailkeepersoforegon.org/challenge/Learn more about Oregon Trails and find trip reports:http://Oregonhikers.orgSupport the showConnect with Hike:Instagram: @thehikepodcastTwitter: @thehikepodcastFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com 

Lori chats with Nat of the Trailkeepers of Oregon.  Trailkeepers of Oregon is a people powered non profit based out of Portland, Oregon. They partner with land agencies and owners on trail maintenance and stewardship projects that preserve current trails. They also find ways to encourage and renew public agency interest in trails. Some of their projects and offerings involve:  Crew leader training Trail Ambassador program  Trail Maintenance  Sawyer certification training Family friendly eventsFind them here:<a href="https://trailkeepersoforegon.org/about-us/advocacy/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> </a><a href="https://trailkeepersoforegon.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://trailkeepersoforegon.org</a> Participate in the Trailkeeper Challenge:<a href="https://trailkeepersoforegon.org/challenge/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://trailkeepersoforegon.org/challenge/</a>Learn more about Oregon Trails and find trip reports: <a href="http://Oregonhikers.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://Oregonhikers.org</a><a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Connect with Hike: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Trailkeepers of Oregon

The Smoky Mountains Hiker is a Smoky Mountain enthusiast and hiker who with her husband manages a cabin on the Peaceful Side of the Smokies.  While hiking the trails, she became interested in learning more about the park’s history. Through a conversation with a friend after hiking Andrew’s Bald she discovered the story of Trenny Gibson’s disappearance. In this episode she retells the story of Trenny Gibson and her unsolved disappearance in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.Connect with the Smoky Mountains HikerInstagram: @smokymountainshikerCheck out the Smoky Mountains cabin at https://thebluedoorcabin.comRead the book referenced in the podcast - https://www.amazon.com/Unsolved-Disappearances-Great-Smoky-Mountains-ebook/dp/B004RR19GGSupport the showConnect with Hike:Instagram: @thehikepodcastTwitter: @thehikepodcastFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com 

The Smoky Mountains Hiker is a Smoky Mountain enthusiast and hiker who with her husband manages a cabin on the Peaceful Side of the Smokies.  While hiking the trails, she became interested in learning more about the park’s history. Through a conversation with a friend after hiking Andrew’s Bald she discovered the story of Trenny Gibson’s disappearance. In this episode she retells the story of Trenny Gibson and her unsolved disappearance in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Connect with the Smoky Mountains Hiker Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/smokymountainshiker/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@smokymountainshiker</a> Check out the Smoky Mountains cabin at <a href="https://thebluedoorcabin.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thebluedoorcabin.com </a> Read the book referenced in the podcast - <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Unsolved-Disappearances-Great-Smoky-Mountains-ebook/dp/B004RR19GG" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/Unsolved-Disappearances-Great-Smoky-Mountains-ebook/dp/B004RR19GG</a><a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Connect with Hike: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

The Smoky Mountains Hiker

Cori Strathmeyer

Cori Strathmeyer is a hiker, blogger and nature and park conservancy founder and advocate. Listen to her discuss how she found solace and healing in hiking after going through cancer treatments and how her passion for the outdoors led her to help found the York City Park Conservancy in Pennsylvania. Connect with Cori/Learn More: Instagram: @spacebetweenblogBlog: https://spacebetweenblog.com/York City Parks Conservancy: https://www.yorkcityparks.org/Horse-Shoe Trail: https://trails.dcnr.pa.gov/trails/trail/trailview?trailkey=18https://cart.hstrail.org/home/Support the showConnect with Hike:Instagram: @thehikepodcastTwitter: @thehikepodcastFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com 

Cori Strathmeyer is a hiker, blogger and nature and park conservancy founder and advocate. Listen to her discuss how she found solace and healing in hiking after going through cancer treatments and how her passion for the outdoors led her to help found the York City Park Conservancy in Pennsylvania. Connect with Cori/Learn More: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/spacebetweenblog/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@spacebetweenblog</a> Blog: <a href="https://spacebetweenblog.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://spacebetweenblog.com/</a> York City Parks Conservancy: <ul><li><a href="https://www.yorkcityparks.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.yorkcityparks.org/</a></li></ul> Horse-Shoe Trail: <ul><li><a href="https://trails.dcnr.pa.gov/trails/trail/trailview?trailkey=18" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://trails.dcnr.pa.gov/trails/trail/trailview?trailkey=18</a></li><li><a href="https://cart.hstrail.org/home/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://cart.hstrail.org/home/</a></li></ul> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Connect with Hike: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Jessica Chenard

Jessica Chenard îs author of the book Her Hike and founder of Her Hike Collective. In this interview, Jessica shares how she wrote her memoir after spending the prior decade healing from grief after the tragic and unexpected passing of her brother. She processed and healed from grief through hiking in nature. She also was inspired to found Her Hike Collective, an all-women's hiking community. She hosts the group's quarterly hikes in the Blue Ridge Mountains.Links to the hikes we discuss:Sharp Top https://www.nps.gov/places/sharp-top.htmWhiteoak canyonhttps://www.nps.gov/shen/planyourvisit/upload/whiteoakcanyon_roadtrail.pdfJones Run Fallshttps://www.nps.gov/thingstodo/jones-run-falls.htmHazel Fallshttps://www.nps.gov/thingstodo/hazel-river-falls.htmBearfence Mountainhttps://www.nps.gov/thingstodo/bearfence-rock-scramble.htmOld Raghttps://www.nps.gov/places/old-rag.htmMary’s Rock Summithttps://www.nps.gov/thingstodo/marys-rock-summit.htmConnect with Jessica:https://jessicachenard.com/https://www.instagram.com/jessicaryanphoto/https://www.facebook.com/jessicachenardauthorUpcoming events can be found at Read Books Virginia Beach https://www.readvb.comhttps://jessicachenard.com/retreat-sign-up -JUNEhttps://www.readvb.com/purchase-event-tickets/her-hike-reading-retreat - MAYSupport the showConnect with Hike:Instagram: @thehikepodcastTwitter: @thehikepodcastFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com 

Jessica Chenard îs author of the book Her Hike and founder of Her Hike Collective. In this interview, Jessica shares how she wrote her memoir after spending the prior decade healing from grief after the tragic and unexpected passing of her brother. She processed and healed from grief through hiking in nature. She also was inspired to found Her Hike Collective, an all-women's hiking community. She hosts the group's quarterly hikes in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Links to the hikes we discuss: Sharp Top <a href="https://www.nps.gov/places/sharp-top.htm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.nps.gov/places/sharp-top.htm</a>Whiteoak canyon <a href="https://www.nps.gov/shen/planyourvisit/upload/whiteoakcanyon_roadtrail.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.nps.gov/shen/planyourvisit/upload/whiteoakcanyon_roadtrail.pdf</a>Jones Run Falls <a href="https://www.nps.gov/thingstodo/jones-run-falls.htm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.nps.gov/thingstodo/jones-run-falls.htm</a>Hazel Falls <a href="https://www.nps.gov/thingstodo/hazel-river-falls.htm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.nps.gov/thingstodo/hazel-river-falls.htm</a>Bearfence Mountain <a href="https://www.nps.gov/thingstodo/bearfence-rock-scramble.htm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.nps.gov/thingstodo/bearfence-rock-scramble.htm</a>Old Rag <a href="https://www.nps.gov/places/old-rag.htm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.nps.gov/places/old-rag.htm</a>Mary’s Rock Summit <a href="https://www.nps.gov/thingstodo/marys-rock-summit.htm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.nps.gov/thingstodo/marys-rock-summit.htm</a> Connect with Jessica: <a href="https://jessicachenard.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://jessicachenard.com/</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jessicaryanphoto/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/jessicaryanphoto/</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/jessicachenardauthor" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/jessicachenardauthor</a>Upcoming events can be found at Read Books Virginia Beach <a href="https://www.readvb.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.readvb.com</a> <a href="https://jessicachenard.com/retreat-sign-up" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://jessicachenard.com/retreat-sign-up</a> -JUNE<a href="https://www.readvb.com/purchase-event-tickets/her-hike-reading-retreat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.readvb.com/purchase-event-tickets/her-hike-reading-retreat</a> - MAY <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Connect with Hike: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Renee Patrick

Renee Patrick has a conversation with Hike about her new Long-Distance Trail Consulting business and how it will benefit both hikers, local communities and trail organizations. Renee guides long-distance trail organizations and developers to improve the hiking experience and inspire action on behalf of the environment. Renee has  been writing, speaking, and working with outdoor industry partners over several decades to educate, inspire, activate, and motivate hikers and the general public to spend more time on trails.Take the Hiker Survey: https://www.longdistancetrailconsulting.com/hiker-surveyVisit Renee Patrick's site to learn more:https://www.longdistancetrailconsulting.com/Learn more about the author behind Braiding Sweetgrass and how to pick up the book:https://www.robinwallkimmerer.com/Prior episodes with Renee:Blue Mountains Trail https://www.buzzsprout.com/225790/10096989Oregon Desert Trailhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/225790/1013824Support the showConnect with Hike:Instagram: @thehikepodcastTwitter: @thehikepodcastFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com 

Renee Patrick has a conversation with Hike about her new Long-Distance Trail Consulting business and how it will benefit both hikers, local communities and trail organizations. Renee guides long-distance trail organizations and developers to improve the hiking experience and inspire action on behalf of the environment. Renee has  been writing, speaking, and working with outdoor industry partners over several decades to educate, inspire, activate, and motivate hikers and the general public to spend more time on trails. Take the Hiker Survey: <a href="https://www.longdistancetrailconsulting.com/hiker-survey" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.longdistancetrailconsulting.com/hiker-survey</a> Visit Renee Patrick's site to learn more: <a href="https://www.longdistancetrailconsulting.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.longdistancetrailconsulting.com/</a> Learn more about the author behind Braiding Sweetgrass and how to pick up the book: <a href="https://www.robinwallkimmerer.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.robinwallkimmerer.com/</a> Prior episodes with Renee: Blue Mountains Trail <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/225790/10096989" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.buzzsprout.com/225790/10096989</a>Oregon Desert Trail <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/225790/1013824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.buzzsprout.com/225790/1013824</a> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Connect with Hike: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Anna McKinney

Anna McKinney shares her journey from being an Appalachian Trail thru hiker to Backpacking Guide in the Great Smoky Mountains. She provides her insightful experiences and advice for those newer to long distance hiking. Anna is currently hiking the AZT with her partner. She also is blogging her hike for The Trek.  Follow her and find out more! Connect with Anna:Blog: https://mountainmagic21.wixsite.com/magicinthemountains Instagram profile: https://www.instagram.com/annamckinney22/ Support the showConnect with Hike:Instagram: @thehikepodcastTwitter: @thehikepodcastFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com 

Anna McKinney shares her journey from being an Appalachian Trail thru hiker to Backpacking Guide in the Great Smoky Mountains. She provides her insightful experiences and advice for those newer to long distance hiking.  Anna is currently hiking the AZT with her partner. She also is blogging her hike for The Trek.  Follow her and find out more! Connect with Anna: Blog: <a href="https://mountainmagic21.wixsite.com/magicinthemountains" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mountainmagic21.wixsite.com/magicinthemountains </a>Instagram profile: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/annamckinney22/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/annamckinney22/ </a><a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Connect with Hike: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Jackie shares why she created her guiding company The Girls Trip Adventure Co.  We cover her journey from being the ambassador of the Hiker Babes Georgia chapter to thru hiking the A.T. and how her experiences have inspired her to get women into the outdoors.  Learn about the trips she offers and so much more during this conversation.  From her days in Georgia to creating a permanent home in Maine, you could say that her path is the Appalachian Trail personified. Connect with Jackie/The Girls Trip Adventure Co.:Web: The Girls Trip Adventure Co.Facebook: The Girls Trip Adventure Co.Instagram: @thegirlstripadventurecoSupport the showConnect with Hike:Instagram: @thehikepodcastTwitter: @thehikepodcastFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com 

Jackie shares why she created her guiding company The Girls Trip Adventure Co.  We cover her journey from being the ambassador of the Hiker Babes Georgia chapter to thru hiking the A.T. and how her experiences have inspired her to get women into the outdoors.  Learn about the trips she offers and so much more during this conversation.  From her days in Georgia to creating a permanent home in Maine, you could say that her path is the Appalachian Trail personified. Connect with Jackie/The Girls Trip Adventure Co.: Web: <a href="https://thegirlstripadventureco.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Girls Trip Adventure Co.</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thegirlstripadventureco" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Girls Trip Adventure Co.</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thegirlstripadventureco/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thegirlstripadventureco</a><a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Connect with Hike: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

The Girls Trip Adventure Co

Hike celebrates 200 episodes with interviews featuring Mandi of She Opts Out and Miller and Debbie (aka the MAD Hippies).  She Opts Out is an inclusive Women Only/Femme Identifying Community founded to connect &amp; empower the Wiser AdventurerConnect with She Opts OutInstagram: @sheoptsoutFacebook: She Opts OutConnect with MAD (Miller and Debbie)Web site: MAD Hippies LifeInstagram: @mad_hippiesYouTube: MAD Hippies LifeTwitter: @MAD_HippiesListen to my previous episode with Miller and Debbie here. Support the showConnect with Hike:Instagram: @thehikepodcastTwitter: @thehikepodcastFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com 

Hike celebrates 200 episodes with interviews featuring Mandi of She Opts Out and Miller and Debbie (aka the MAD Hippies).   She Opts Out is an inclusive Women Only/Femme Identifying Community founded to connect &amp; empower the Wiser Adventurer Connect with She Opts Out Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sheoptsout/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@sheoptsout</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/sheoptsout" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">She Opts Out</a> Connect with MAD (Miller and Debbie) Web site: <a href="https://madhippieslife.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MAD Hippies Life</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mad_hippies/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@mad_hippies</a> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/madhippieslife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MAD Hippies Life</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/MAD_Hippies" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@MAD_Hippies</a>Listen to my previous episode with Miller and Debbie <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/225790/10241107" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here. </a><a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Connect with Hike: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Episode 200: She Opts Out and the MAD Hippies

Hike is a podcast that shares the stories of people and places that inspire us to explore, wander, and live.

I have listened to all of Season 1 and most of Season 2 and this is the best hiking podcast I have found. Lori is a great interviewer and she allows the hiker to share their experience. She focuses on all types of hikers from thru-hikers to weekend warriors from all over North America. If you haven’t listened you are missing out.

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Love what Lori is putting together! So great to have another female hiker putting on a podcast!

Love it!

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Riley Smith

Riley Smith talks with me about making the transition from day hiker to backpacker, backpacking basics, international hiking experiences and what it was like to thru hike the John Muir Trail (JMT). We chat about permits, water crossings, resupply, hiking tips and his favorite section of the JMT. The JMT is 211 miles long and runs (mostly in conjunction with the PCT) from Yosemite Valley to Mount Whitney, in California. The trail goes through the Sierra Nevada and passes through what are considered some of the most beautiful places of America's National Park and Public Lands: Yosemite, John Muir and Ansel Adams Wildernesses, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks. Riley also talks about why he started his Broken Laces podcast, completing his first season and what is next for him - both for hiking and the show. Connect with Riley:Facebook: Broken LacesInstagram: @brokenlacespodcastWeb: Broken Laces PodcastLearn more about the JMT hereConnect with Lori:Instagram: @thehikepodcast, @lori_the_explorerTwitter: @thehikepodcastBlog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.comFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail Lori at hikepodcast@gmail.com Special thank you to Isabella for being a show patron! Music track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm, used under the Creative Commons license. Support the showConnect with Hike:Instagram: @thehikepodcastTwitter: @thehikepodcastFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com 

Riley Smith talks with me about making the transition from day hiker to backpacker, backpacking basics, international hiking experiences and what it was like to thru hike the John Muir Trail (JMT). We chat about permits, water crossings, resupply, hiking tips and his favorite section of the JMT. The JMT is 211 miles long and runs (mostly in conjunction with the PCT) from Yosemite Valley to Mount Whitney, in California. The trail goes through the Sierra Nevada and passes through what are considered some of the most beautiful places of America's National Park and Public Lands: Yosemite, John Muir and Ansel Adams Wildernesses, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks. Riley also talks about why he started his Broken Laces podcast, completing his first season and what is next for him - both for hiking and the show. Connect with Riley: Facebook:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/NutmegYogaCT/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> </a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/BrokenLaces/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Broken Laces</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/brokenlacespodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@brokenlacespodcast</a> Web: <a href="https://www.brokenlacespodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Broken Laces Podcast</a> Learn more about the JMT <a href="https://www.pcta.org/discover-the-trail/john-muir-trail/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a><a href="https://coloradotrail.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> </a> Connect with Lori: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lori_the_explorer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@lori_the_explorer</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Blog: <a href="https://thehikepodcast.wordpress.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">thehikepodcast.wordpress.com</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email Lori at hikepodcast@gmail.com Special thank you to Isabella for being a show patron! Music track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm, used under the Creative Commons license.  <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Connect with Hike: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Backpacking the John Muir Trail with Riley Smith

Cat Eckrode takes listeners on her journey starting with when doing the Wonderland Trail was simply an idea she had. She shares going from backpacking novice to solo backpacking this loop around Mt. Rainier. We talk logistics, planning, permits, gear, food and everything else you might want to consider. Cat also shares how she was inspired to help others who are new to backpacking through starting her business - The Outdoor Adventure Kind. Based in Portland, Oregon, she shares her knowledge through coaching, leading hikes and guest speaking. You'll also find her on Facebook Live and Instagram Live if you're not in the area. If you're interested in learning more about the Wonderland Trail you can also visit: National Park ServiceConnect with Cat:Website: The Outdoor Adventure KindInstagram: @theoakindFacebook: @theOAKindConnect with Lori:Instagram: @thehikepodcast, @lori_the_explorerTwitter: @thehikepodcastBlog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.comFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com Other resources I found helpful:Increasing odds on getting a Wonderland Trail permit blog postSpecial thank you to Isabella for being a show patron! Music intro track from Fusion used under the Creative Commons license.Track: Fusion — KV [Audio Library Release]Music provided by Audio Library PlusWatch: https://youtu.be/gp613GReEo4Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/fusion––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Track Info:Title: Fusion by KVGenre and Mood: Dance &amp; Electronic DarkLicense: Royalty-free music for YouTube, Facebook and Instagram videos giving the appropriate credit.Music outro track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm, used under the Creative Commons license. Support the showConnect with Hike:Instagram: @thehikepodcastTwitter: @thehikepodcastFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com 

Cat Eckrode takes listeners on her journey starting with when doing the Wonderland Trail was simply an idea she had. She shares going from backpacking novice to solo backpacking this loop around Mt. Rainier. We talk logistics, planning, permits, gear, food and everything else you might want to consider. Cat also shares how she was inspired to help others who are new to backpacking through starting her business - The Outdoor Adventure Kind. Based in Portland, Oregon, she shares her knowledge through coaching, leading hikes and guest speaking. You'll also find her on Facebook Live and Instagram Live if you're not in the area. If you're interested in learning more about the Wonderland Trail you can also visit: <a href="https://www.nps.gov/mora/planyourvisit/the-wonderland-trail.htm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">National Park Service</a> Connect with Cat: Website: <a href="https://www.theoakind.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Outdoor Adventure Kind</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/theoakind/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@theoakind</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/TheOAKind/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@theOAKind</a>Connect with Lori:Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lori_the_explorer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@lori_the_explorer</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Blog: <a href="https://thehikepodcast.wordpress.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">thehikepodcast.wordpress.com</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com Other resources I found helpful: Increasing odds on getting a Wonderland Trail permit <a href="https://www.musthikemusteat.com/wonderland-trail-permits-tips/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">blog post</a> Special thank you to Isabella for being a show patron! Music intro track from Fusion used under the Creative Commons license. Track: Fusion — KV [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus Watch: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gp613GReEo4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/gp613GReEo4</a> Free Download / Stream: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?redir_token=l8Nx63vvBnZ2iYblGp6Hr-NzIcB8MTU3OTU0NDk2OEAxNTc5NDU4NTY4&amp;v=gp613GReEo4&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Falplus.io%2Ffusion&amp;event=video_description" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://alplus.io/fusion</a>––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Track Info:Title: Fusion by KV Genre and Mood: Dance &amp; Electronic Dark License: Royalty-free music for YouTube, Facebook and Instagram videos giving the appropriate credit.Music outro track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm, used under the Creative Commons license. <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Connect with Hike: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Solo Backpacking Mt. Rainier's Wonderland Trail with Cat Eckrode

Lori takes listeners on an off season, day trip exploration of Acadia National Park, visiting Sand Beach, Thunder Hole, Otter Cliff, Downtown Bar Harbor, Jordan Pond and Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse. Links/References to get more info on Acadia: https://www.nps.gov/acad/index.htmhttps://acadiamagic.comhttps://acadiaonmymind.com/favorite-facts-about-acadia-national-park/Picture of a snowy Jordan PondConnect with Lori: • Instagram: @thehikepodcast, @lori_the_explorer • Twitter: @thehikepodcast • Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.comEmail Lori at hikepodcast@gmail.com Music track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm, used under the Creative Commons license. Support the showConnect with Hike:Instagram: @thehikepodcastTwitter: @thehikepodcastFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com 

Lori takes listeners on an off season, day trip exploration of Acadia National Park, visiting Sand Beach, Thunder Hole, Otter Cliff, Downtown Bar Harbor, Jordan Pond and Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse. Links/References to get more info on Acadia: <a href="https://www.nps.gov/acad/index.htm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.nps.gov/acad/index.htm</a> <a href="https://acadiamagic.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://acadiamagic.com</a> <a href="https://acadiaonmymind.com/favorite-facts-about-acadia-national-park/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://acadiaonmymind.com/favorite-facts-about-acadia-national-park/</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Bv_1gB2F46z/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Picture</a> of a snowy Jordan Pond Connect with Lori: • Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lori_the_explorer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@lori_the_explorer</a> • Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> • Blog: <a href="https://thehikepodcast.wordpress.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">thehikepodcast.wordpress.com</a> Email Lori at hikepodcast@gmail.com Music track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm, used under the Creative Commons license.  <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Connect with Hike: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Exploring Acadia National Park

Jen Theisen

Jen takes listeners on her journey of what was an attempted through hike of the Superior Hiking Trail which became this amazing adventure where she learned about herself, her inner strength and the power of bringing together and creating community via hiking.In this episode Jen shares her background of coming to hike later in life and transforming into "Super Jen" as an active volunteer for her son's Boy Scouts troop. These experiences taught her confidence and many outdoors skills that she was able to apply to her hiking adventures.Jen's commitment to volunteerism and the outdoors is also evident through her clean up work as a Groundskeepers and leading hikes in her area for Women Who Hike.You can learn more about Jen's adventures by visiting her blog - Wandering Pine.The Superior Hiking Trail, also known as the SHT, is a 310-mile (499 km) long footpath in northeastern Minnesota that follows the ridgeline overlooking Lake Superior for most of its length. The lowest point in the path is 602 feet (183 m) above sea level and the highest point is 1,829 feet (558 m) above sea level. (Source: Wikipedia)Connect with Jen TheisenWeb site: Wandering PineInstagram: @wandering.pineConnect with Lori:Instagram: @thehikepodcast, @lori_the_explorerTwitter: @thehikepodcastBlog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.comFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail Lori at hikepodcast@gmail.com Special thank you to Isabella for being a show patron! Music track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm, used under the Creative Commons license. Support the showConnect with Hike:Instagram: @thehikepodcastTwitter: @thehikepodcastFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com 

Jen takes listeners on her journey of what was an attempted through hike of the Superior Hiking Trail which became this amazing adventure where she learned about herself, her inner strength and the power of bringing together and creating community via hiking. In this episode Jen shares her background of coming to hike later in life and transforming into "Super Jen" as an active volunteer for her son's Boy Scouts troop. These experiences taught her confidence and many outdoors skills that she was able to apply to her hiking adventures. Jen's commitment to volunteerism and the outdoors is also evident through her clean up work as a Groundskeepers and leading hikes in her area for Women Who Hike. You can learn more about Jen's adventures by visiting her blog - Wandering Pine. The Superior Hiking Trail, also known as the SHT, is a 310-mile (499 km) long footpath in northeastern Minnesota that follows the ridgeline overlooking Lake Superior for most of its length. The lowest point in the path is 602 feet (183 m) above sea level and the highest point is 1,829 feet (558 m) above sea level. (Source: Wikipedia) Connect with Jen Theisen Web site: <a href="https://wanderingpine.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wandering Pine</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/wandering.pine/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@wandering.pine</a><a href="https://www.hopeandfeathertravels.com/tour-de-leconte-challenge/?fbclid=IwAR3Z3pGqbx3z_d82qhq_wFjTtb3GLgX6aFliEhFY_IUjAoJ7eS_e038bagw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> </a> Connect with Lori: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lori_the_explorer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@lori_the_explorer</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Blog: <a href="https://thehikepodcast.wordpress.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">thehikepodcast.wordpress.com</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email Lori at hikepodcast@gmail.com Special thank you to Isabella for being a show patron! Music track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm, used under the Creative Commons license.  <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Connect with Hike: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Jen Theisen's Long Amazing Section Hike of the Superior Hiking Trail

Matt Nelson

Today’s guest is Matt Nelson, Executive Director of the Arizona Trail Association. Matt has a passion for the mountains, being outdoors and providing opportunities for the next generation to become adventurers and stewards of the land. The Arizona Trail stretches 800 miles across Arizona from Mexico to Utah. It links deserts, mountains, canyons, forests, communities and people.Whether you plan on spending one mile or 800 on the AZT, you’ll appreciate all of the hard work his organization does to sustain this trail and the opportunities is provides to all of us. Resources to learn more and get involved:Arizona Trail Association siteAZT in a DayTrail Skills InstituteRemote MaintenanceConnect with the Arizona Trail Association:Instagram: @aztassociationTwitter: @AZTRAILFacebook: Arizona Trail Connect with Lori: • Instagram: @thehikepodcast, @lori_the_explorer • Twitter: @thehikepodcast • Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.comEmail Lori at hikepodcast@gmail.com Music track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm, used under the Creative Commons license. Support the showConnect with Hike:Instagram: @thehikepodcastTwitter: @thehikepodcastFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com 

Today’s guest is Matt Nelson, Executive Director of the Arizona Trail Association. Matt has a passion for the mountains, being outdoors and providing opportunities for the next generation to become adventurers and stewards of the land. The Arizona Trail stretches 800 miles across Arizona from Mexico to Utah. It links deserts, mountains, canyons, forests, communities and people.Whether you plan on spending one mile or 800 on the AZT, you’ll appreciate all of the hard work his organization does to sustain this trail and the opportunities is provides to all of us. Resources to learn more and get involved: <a href="https://www.aztrail.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Arizona Trail Association site</a> <a href="https://aztrail.org/events/aztinaday-2019/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">AZT in a Day</a> <a href="https://aztrail.org/get-involved/trail-skills-institute/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Trail Skills Institute</a> <a href="https://aztrail.org/get-involved/remote-maintenance/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Remote Maintenance</a>Connect with the Arizona Trail Association: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/aztassociation/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@aztassociation</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/aztrail" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@AZTRAIL</a> Facebook: <a href="https://m.facebook.com/Arizona.Trail.Association/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Arizona Trail </a> Connect with Lori: • Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lori_the_explorer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@lori_the_explorer</a> • Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> • Blog: <a href="https://thehikepodcast.wordpress.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">thehikepodcast.wordpress.com</a> Email Lori at hikepodcast@gmail.com Music track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm, used under the Creative Commons license. <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Connect with Hike: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Exploring the Arizona Trail with Matt Nelson

Lori explores solo camping in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. Lori's tips for solo campingTip 1. Do your research. Tip 2. Stay flexible - whether it's about where you are pitching your tent or the trip itself.Tip 3. Make sure you have the right gear and clothes for the trip.Tip 4.  Set up your tent and check your gear ahead of time to make sure all are in good shape. Tip 5. Write out and share your itinerary as best as you can. Tip 6. Arrive to the campground or site early and plenty of time before sundown.Tip 7. Don't stress the small stuff. Well and the big stuff.Tip 8. Prepare to be alone.Tip 9. Take time to appreciate the moments of struggle and success.Tip 10. Reflect on what worked and what didn't work.My gear:Marmot Tungsten 2 person tentKelty 35 degree backpack Black diamond lantern Black diamond headlamp Pocket knife Mallet Camp chair Big Agnes sleeping padInflatable pillowREI Traverse 35 daypack Garmin inReach miniFirst aid kitEmergency BlanketNalgene bottleHydro flask 1 person cookwareGSI Glacier StoveFuel LighterVarious food/snacks Cooler/IceResources: https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/family-camping-checklist.htmlhttps://thedyrt.com/magazine/gear/solo-camping-gear-guide/https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/camping-for-beginners.htmlhttps://lnt.org/https://koa.com/blog/guide-to-camping-ettiquette/Connect with Lori:Instagram: @thehikepodcast, @lori_the_explorerTwitter: @thehikepodcastBlog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.comFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.comSpecial thank you to Isabella for being a show patron! Music clip: "Broke for Free" from Directionless by Night Owl, used under the Creative Commons license. Support the showConnect with Hike:Instagram: @thehikepodcastTwitter: @thehikepodcastFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com 

Lori explores solo camping in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. Lori's tips for solo campingTip 1. Do your research. Tip 2. Stay flexible - whether it's about where you are pitching your tent or the trip itself.Tip 3. Make sure you have the right gear and clothes for the trip.Tip 4.  Set up your tent and check your gear ahead of time to make sure all are in good shape. Tip 5. Write out and share your itinerary as best as you can. Tip 6. Arrive to the campground or site early and plenty of time before sundown.Tip 7. Don't stress the small stuff. Well and the big stuff.Tip 8. Prepare to be alone.Tip 9. Take time to appreciate the moments of struggle and success.Tip 10. Reflect on what worked and what didn't work. My gear: Marmot Tungsten 2 person tent Kelty 35 degree backpack Black diamond lantern Black diamond headlamp Pocket knife Mallet Camp chair Big Agnes sleeping pad Inflatable pillow REI Traverse 35 daypack Garmin inReach mini First aid kit Emergency Blanket Nalgene bottle Hydro flask 1 person cookware GSI Glacier Stove Fuel Lighter Various food/snacks Cooler/Ice Resources: <a href="https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/family-camping-checklist.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/family-camping-checklist.html</a> <a href="https://thedyrt.com/magazine/gear/solo-camping-gear-guide/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thedyrt.com/magazine/gear/solo-camping-gear-guide/</a> <a href="https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/camping-for-beginners.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/camping-for-beginners.html</a> <a href="https://lnt.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://lnt.org/</a> <a href="https://koa.com/blog/guide-to-camping-ettiquette/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://koa.com/blog/guide-to-camping-ettiquette/</a> Connect with Lori: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lori_the_explorer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@lori_the_explorer</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Blog: <a href="https://thehikepodcast.wordpress.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">thehikepodcast.wordpress.com</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com Special thank you to Isabella for being a show patron! Music clip: "Broke for Free" from Directionless by Night Owl, used under the Creative Commons license. <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Connect with Hike: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Tips for Solo Camping

Liz Brown, trail name "Ukulele", discovered the harmony and balance she needed while hiking the Appalachian Trail in 2019. We chat about her life as a wildland firefighter, going into a Ph.D program and ultimately making a decision to take a pause for a thru-hike to figure out how she truly wanted to live. We go into how the trail changed her and what life has been like post-trail, including how it inspired her to create and transform herself. Finally, Liz shares her advice for would be thru-hikers and those who might already be out there on the trail. Connect with Liz:Instagram: @ukeonthetrailConnect with Lori:Instagram: @thehikepodcastTwitter: @thehikepodcastBlog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.comFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com Special thank you to Isabella for being a show patron! Music intro track from Fusion used under the Creative Commons license.Track: Fusion — KV [Audio Library Release]Music provided by Audio Library PlusWatch: https://youtu.be/gp613GReEo4Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/fusion––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Track Info:Title: Fusion by KVGenre and Mood: Dance &amp; Electronic DarkLicense: Royalty-free music for YouTube, Facebook and Instagram videos giving the appropriate credit.Music outro track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm, used under the Creative Commons license. Support the showConnect with Hike:Instagram: @thehikepodcastTwitter: @thehikepodcastFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com 

Liz Brown, trail name "Ukulele", discovered the harmony and balance she needed while hiking the Appalachian Trail in 2019. We chat about her life as a wildland firefighter, going into a Ph.D program and ultimately making a decision to take a pause for a thru-hike to figure out how she truly wanted to live. We go into how the trail changed her and what life has been like post-trail, including how it inspired her to create and transform herself. Finally, Liz shares her advice for would be thru-hikers and those who might already be out there on the trail. Connect with Liz: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ukeonthetrail/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@ukeonthetrail</a> Connect with Lori: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Blog: <a href="https://thehikepodcast.wordpress.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">thehikepodcast.wordpress.com</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com Special thank you to Isabella for being a show patron! Music intro track from Fusion used under the Creative Commons license. Track: Fusion — KV [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus Watch: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gp613GReEo4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/gp613GReEo4</a> Free Download / Stream: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?redir_token=l8Nx63vvBnZ2iYblGp6Hr-NzIcB8MTU3OTU0NDk2OEAxNTc5NDU4NTY4&amp;v=gp613GReEo4&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Falplus.io%2Ffusion&amp;event=video_description" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://alplus.io/fusion</a>––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Track Info:Title: Fusion by KV Genre and Mood: Dance &amp; Electronic Dark License: Royalty-free music for YouTube, Facebook and Instagram videos giving the appropriate credit.Music outro track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm, used under the Creative Commons license.  <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Connect with Hike: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Finding Harmony on an Appalachian Trail Thru-Hike with Liz "Ukulele" Brown

Jodie Morton

Jodie Morton is an Australian long distance horse rider. She shares the story of her 2019 ride on the Continental Divide Trail through Colorado, Montana and Wyoming with her mare Thelma. We learn the reason behind her ride and how she used this as an opportunity to both heal and bring awareness to mental health issues. Jodie's goal is to change the stigma surrounding depression; by making talking and seeking help an easier process and showing the world it's ok to not be ok (source: Green Gold and Blues). This episode does touch on the subject of losing loved ones to suicide and how that impacted her (mid way through the episode at  28:40).Jodie shares the logistics and planning that goes into long distance riding, including setting up and breaking down camp and the thought she put into Leave No Trace. We are also joined by Amanda Wheelock of the Continental Divide Trail Coalition. The Continental Divide Trail Coalition (CDTC) is a national non-profit working in partnership with the US Forest Service, National Park Service, and Bureau of Land Management to complete, promote and protect the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail. Founded in 2012 by a passionate group of volunteers and recreationists, CDTC is a membership organization working to building a strong community of supporters who want to see the CDT protected not just for today’s users, but for generations to come (source: Continental Divide Trail Coalition).Amanda shares an overview of the CDT and how her organization works to support it. The CDT Coalition is sponsoring Virtual Trail Days the entire month of April with special guests, promos and fun ways to get involved and support the trail virtually. Connect with Jodie:Instagram: @greengoldandbluesWebsite: Green Gold and BluesConnect with Continental Divide Trail Coalition:Instagram: CDT CoalitionFacebook: Continental Divide Trail CoalitionWebsite: Continental Divide Trail CoalitionConnect with Lori:Instagram: @thehikepodcastTwitter: @thehikepodcastBlog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.comFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com Special thank you to Isabella for being a show patron! Music intro track from Fusion used under the Creative Commons license.Track: Fusion — KV [Audio Library Release]Music provided by Audio Library PlusWatch: https://youtu.be/gp613GReEo4Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/fusion Track Info: Title: Fusion by KVGenre and Mood: Dance &amp; Electronic DarkLicense: Royalty-free music for YouTube, Facebook and Instagram videos giving the a Support the showConnect with Hike:Instagram: @thehikepodcastTwitter: @thehikepodcastFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com 

Jodie Morton is an Australian long distance horse rider. She shares the story of her 2019 ride on the Continental Divide Trail through Colorado, Montana and Wyoming with her mare Thelma. We learn the reason behind her ride and how she used this as an opportunity to both heal and bring awareness to mental health issues. Jodie's goal is to change the stigma surrounding depression; by making talking and seeking help an easier process and showing the world it's ok to not be ok (source: Green Gold and Blues). This episode does touch on the subject of losing loved ones to suicide and how that impacted her (mid way through the episode at  28:40). Jodie shares the logistics and planning that goes into long distance riding, including setting up and breaking down camp and the thought she put into Leave No Trace. We are also joined by Amanda Wheelock of the Continental Divide Trail Coalition. The Continental Divide Trail Coalition (CDTC) is a national non-profit working in partnership with the US Forest Service, National Park Service, and Bureau of Land Management to complete, promote and protect the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail. Founded in 2012 by a passionate group of volunteers and recreationists, CDTC is a membership organization working to building a strong community of supporters who want to see the CDT protected not just for today’s users, but for generations to come (source: Continental Divide Trail Coalition). Amanda shares an overview of the CDT and how her organization works to support it. The CDT Coalition is sponsoring Virtual Trail Days the entire month of April with special guests, promos and fun ways to get involved and support the trail virtually. Connect with Jodie: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/greengoldandblues/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@greengoldandblues</a> Website: <a href="https://www.greengoldandblues.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Green Gold and Blues</a> Connect with Continental Divide Trail Coalition: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cdtcoalition/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CDT Coalition</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ContinentalDivideTrailCoalition/?__tn__=%2Cd%2CP-R&amp;eid=ARA6b5o6okRICkibUWcdd_DMO8nmPRhBCmTesvSP3nJrsxszXHw6tE2lMau3mmeT7FYWtza8BRIl9foK" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Continental Divide Trail Coalition</a> Website: <a href="https://continentaldividetrail.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Continental Divide Trail Coalition</a> Connect with Lori: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Blog: <a href="https://thehikepodcast.wordpress.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">thehikepodcast.wordpress.com</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com Special thank you to Isabella for being a show patron! Music intro track from Fusion used under the Creative Commons license. Track: Fusion — KV [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus Watch: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gp613GReEo4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/gp613GReEo4</a> Free Download / Stream: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?redir_token=l8Nx63vvBnZ2iYblGp6Hr-NzIcB8MTU3OTU0NDk2OEAxNTc5NDU4NTY4&amp;v=gp613GReEo4&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Falplus.io%2Ffusion&amp;event=video_description" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://alplus.io/fusion</a> Track Info: Title: Fusion by KV Genre and Mood: Dance &amp; Electronic Dark License: Royalty-free music for YouTube, Facebook and Instagram videos giving the a <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Connect with Hike: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Jodie Morton and Her Mare Thelma Ride the Continental Divide Trail

Meet Alison Wright and Sarah Castle of the Cairn Project. Two inspiring women and friends who are doing great things to support young girls and women become confident adventurers. They share their story of how during planning for a thru hike of the JMT they founded the Cairn Project. The Cairn Project has a mission of supporting and encouraging young women to get outdoors through community funded grants. They also share their own personal experiences and how connected they are to the things that their organization supports. There are many ways to get involved with this unique organization and help their mission. You can donate, start your own fundraiser and also become a 2019 Ambassador. 2019 Ambassador applications are available through February 15th. Find our how to apply here.Follow the Cairn Project on InstagramConnect with Lori and Hike on social mediaMusic track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm, used under the Creative Commons license. Support the showConnect with Hike:Instagram: @thehikepodcastTwitter: @thehikepodcastFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com 

Meet Alison Wright and Sarah Castle of the <a href="https://www.cairnproject.org/about-us" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cairn Project.</a> Two inspiring women and friends who are doing great things to support young girls and women become confident adventurers. They share their story of how during planning for a thru hike of the JMT they founded the Cairn Project. The Cairn Project has a mission of supporting and encouraging young women to get outdoors through community funded grants. They also share their own personal experiences and how connected they are to the things that their organization supports. There are many ways to get involved with this unique organization and help their mission. You can donate, start your own fundraiser and also become a 2019 Ambassador. 2019 Ambassador applications are available through February 15th. Find our how to apply <a href="https://www.cairnproject.org/our-team" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> Follow the Cairn Project on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thecairnproject/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Connect with Lori and Hike on <a href="https://thehikepodcast.wordpress.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">social media </a> Music track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm, used under the Creative Commons license. <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Connect with Hike: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

The Cairn Project

From deserts to coast to rainforests to mountains, Oregon has a wealth of beautiful hiking. In this episode, Lori interviews Franziska Weinheimer of Hike Oregon. They talk about the resources she provides on her hiking web site, the publishing of her recent book, and the inspiration behind the hikes.Visit Hike Oregon to learn more about the posted trail guides, how to become a member and order your copy of '52 Hikes for 52 Weeks in the Willamette Valley, Central Oregon Cascades &amp; Coast'. Connect with Lori and Hike on social mediaMusic track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm, used under the Creative Commons license. Support the showConnect with Hike:Instagram: @thehikepodcastTwitter: @thehikepodcastFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com 

From deserts to coast to rainforests to mountains, Oregon has a wealth of beautiful hiking. In this episode, Lori interviews Franziska Weinheimer of Hike Oregon. They talk about the resources she provides on her hiking web site, the publishing of her recent book, and the inspiration behind the hikes. Visit <a href="http://hikeoregon.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hike Oregon</a> to learn more about the posted trail guides, how to become a member and order your copy of '52 Hikes for 52 Weeks in the Willamette Valley, Central Oregon Cascades &amp; Coast'. Connect with Lori and Hike on <a href="https://linktr.ee/thehikemagazine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">social media</a> Music track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm, used under the Creative Commons license.  <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Connect with Hike: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Hiking with Hike Oregon

Dan Durston and his wife did a yo-yo of the Great Divide Trail (GDT) in 2017. Listen as he shares his experiences preparing for the trail and the hike itself. We talk permits, route finding, resupplies, water sources, wildlife and the beauty of the Canadian Rockies. Dan also explains the differences between his thru hike of the PCT and being on the GDT. Announcements: Congrats to Instagram giveaway winner James. Check out his hiking group @kasamahikingConnect with Dan DurstonWeb site: Into Cascadia; Into Bohemia (Tara)Dan's Gear List for GDTYou Tube: DanDurstonVisit the GDTA web site hereConnect with Lori:Instagram: @thehikepodcast, @lori_the_explorerTwitter: @thehikepodcastBlog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.comFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail Lori at hikepodcast@gmail.com Special thank you to Isabella for being a show patron! Music intro track "Thorn &amp; Shout" from Thorn &amp; Shout, used under the Creative Commons license.Music outro track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm, used under the Creative Commons license. Support the showConnect with Hike:Instagram: @thehikepodcastTwitter: @thehikepodcastFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com 

Dan Durston and his wife did a yo-yo of the Great Divide Trail (GDT) in 2017. Listen as he shares his experiences preparing for the trail and the hike itself. We talk permits, route finding, resupplies, water sources, wildlife and the beauty of the Canadian Rockies. Dan also explains the differences between his thru hike of the PCT and being on the GDT. Announcements: Congrats to Instagram giveaway winner James. Check out his hiking group <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kasamahiking/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@kasamahiking</a> Connect with Dan Durston Web site: <a href="https://intocascadia.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Into Cascadia</a>; <a href="http://intobohemia.ca" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Into Bohemia (Tara)</a> <a href="https://intocascadia.com/2017/05/16/great-divide-trail-yo-yo-2017/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dan's Gear List for GDT</a> You Tube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUuCrzSQ45VLi2UTB8iGZtA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">DanDurston</a> Visit the GDTA web site <a href="http://www.greatdividetrail.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a><a href="https://www.hopeandfeathertravels.com/tour-de-leconte-challenge/?fbclid=IwAR3Z3pGqbx3z_d82qhq_wFjTtb3GLgX6aFliEhFY_IUjAoJ7eS_e038bagw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> </a> Connect with Lori: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lori_the_explorer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@lori_the_explorer</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Blog: <a href="https://thehikepodcast.wordpress.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">thehikepodcast.wordpress.com</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email Lori at hikepodcast@gmail.com Special thank you to Isabella for being a show patron! Music intro track "Thorn &amp; Shout" from Thorn &amp; Shout, used under the Creative Commons license. Music outro track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm, used under the Creative Commons license.  <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Connect with Hike: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Dan Durston's Yo-Yo Hike of The Great Divide Trail

Lori celebrates one year of Hike with a 50th episode and season 1 finale that provides reflection on all the hiker wisdom she learned from her guests, listeners and those who supported her. Featuring audio of former guests The 11th Essential, Jim Tabor, Stacia Bennett, The Cairn Project, Latinas Who Hike, Johnny Osborne, Plug It In, Danny Bernstein and Jen Theisen! A very special thank you to ALL my guests from Season 1, my listeners, and those who supported me. Want to let me know what you would like to hear in Season 2? Take the Hike Podcast feedback survey here and I'll send you a sticker as a thank you. Survey will be open through 12/1/19.Enter my Instagram giveaway. Drawing will be held 11/25/19. See this post for rules and more info. Stay tuned for more info on Season 2 by following me on social media and subscribing to the podcast to get episode notifications. Connect with Lori:Instagram: @thehikepodcast, @lori_the_explorerTwitter: @thehikepodcastBlog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.comFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail Lori at hikepodcast@gmail.com Special thank you to Isabella for being a show patron! Music track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm, used under the Creative Commons license. Support the showConnect with Hike:Instagram: @thehikepodcastTwitter: @thehikepodcastFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com 

Lori celebrates one year of Hike with a 50th episode and season 1 finale that provides reflection on all the hiker wisdom she learned from her guests, listeners and those who supported her. Featuring audio of former guests The <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/225790/episodes/898240-the-11th-essential-with-britany-freeman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">11th Essential</a>, <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/225790/episodes/964456-appalachian-trail-magic-with-jim-tabor-the-barefoot-carver" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jim Tabor</a>, <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/225790/episodes/955460-finding-your-katahdin-with-stacia-bennett" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stacia Bennett</a>, <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/225790/episodes/947450-the-cairn-project" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Cairn Project</a>, <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/225790/episodes/1247513-latinas-who-hike" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Latinas Who Hike</a>, <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/225790/episodes/1553221-hiking-the-smokies-with-johnny-osborne" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Johnny Osborne</a>, <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/225790/episodes/876131-hiking-with-plug-it-in" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Plug It In,</a> <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/225790/episodes/867721-hiking-with-danny-bernstein" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Danny Bernstein </a>and Jen Theisen! A very special thank you to ALL my guests from Season 1, my listeners, and those who supported me. Want to let me know what you would like to hear in Season 2? Take the Hike Podcast feedback survey <a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/L3BVMFD" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here </a>and I'll send you a sticker as a thank you. Survey will be open through 12/1/19. Enter my Instagram giveaway. Drawing will be held 11/25/19. See <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B5C4h96l1_Z/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this post</a> for rules and more info. Stay tuned for more info on Season 2 by following me on social media and subscribing to the podcast to get episode notifications. Connect with Lori: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lori_the_explorer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@lori_the_explorer</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Blog: <a href="https://thehikepodcast.wordpress.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">thehikepodcast.wordpress.com</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email Lori at hikepodcast@gmail.com Special thank you to Isabella for being a show patron! Music track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm, used under the Creative Commons license.  <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Connect with Hike: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Hiker Wisdom to Explore, Wander and Live by

Gabby Gilmer

Gabby Gilmer just recently finished a thru hike of the Arizona Trail. Listen to us talk about how her journey to hiking after injury forced her to quit competitive soccer and training to be an Olympian. Gabby's positive attitude and ability to roll with all the challenges she faced, eventually brought her to the Arizona Trail. Gabby shares how hiking and being on the trail changed her and how staying positive has made a difference in her life - no matter where it takes her. For more information and to connect with Gabby:Trail Journal: Gabby's Trail journal Instagram: @gabbygilmerTwitter: @gabbygilmerEmail: gabbygilmer@gmail.comConnect with Lori:Instagram: @thehikepodcast, @lori_the_explorerTwitter: @thehikepodcastBlog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.comFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail Lori at hikepodcast@gmail.com Music track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm, used under the Creative Commons license. Support the showConnect with Hike:Instagram: @thehikepodcastTwitter: @thehikepodcastFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com 

Gabby Gilmer just recently finished a thru hike of the Arizona Trail. Listen to us talk about how her journey to hiking after injury forced her to quit competitive soccer and training to be an Olympian. Gabby's positive attitude and ability to roll with all the challenges she faced, eventually brought her to the Arizona Trail. Gabby shares how hiking and being on the trail changed her and how staying positive has made a difference in her life - no matter where it takes her. For more information and to connect with Gabby: Trail Journal: <a href="https://www.trailjournals.com/journal/entry/603194" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Gabby's Trail journal </a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/gabbygilmer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@gabbygilmer</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/gabbygilmer" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@gabbygilmer</a> Email: gabbygilmer@gmail.com Connect with Lori: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lori_the_explorer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@lori_the_explorer</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Blog: <a href="https://thehikepodcast.wordpress.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">thehikepodcast.wordpress.com</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email Lori at hikepodcast@gmail.com Music track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm, used under the Creative Commons license. <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Connect with Hike: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Hiking the Arizona Trail with Gabby Gilmer

Robin Wilcox

Robin Wilcox, Senior Parks and Trails Planner, with Oregon Parks and Recreation, shares what is being done to close the gaps and make the Oregon Coast Trail an end to end trail. In 2017, Oregon passed a bill that directed the State Parks and Recreation department to work with other interested agencies, local governments and interested parties to develop an action plan to complete the Oregon Coast Trail. Robin shares an overview of the Oregon Coast Trail, the action planning process including the process of collaboration with several other partners in a shared effort to develop a completed trail. She also shares some recommended spots for hiking and enjoying the beautiful coastline. The Oregon Coast Trail (OCT) is a long-distance hiking route along the Pacific coast of Oregon. It follows the coast of Oregon from the mouth of the Columbia River to the California border south of Brookings. The trail was envisioned in 1959 by Samuel N. Dicken, a University of Oregon geography professor, approved in 1971 by the Oregon Recreation Trails Advisory Council. The walking length of the trail varies depending on choice of passage across or around estuaries and rivers along the route. If a ferry is not arranged or available, an alternate route around the estuary must be taken; if traveling on foot, this means road walking. The length of the trail is about 425 miles (680 km) if no ferries are used, though the official coastal guide gives a length of 382 miles (615 km). If no ferries are used, about 39 percent of the route is on the beach, 41 percent is on paved road, and 20 percent is on trail and dirt roads. (source: Wikipedia)Learn more about the Oregon Coast Trail and the Action Plan:Official Web sites: Oregon Coast Trail Action PlanOregon Coast Trail OverviewConnect with Lori:Instagram: @thehikepodcast, @lori_the_explorerTwitter: @thehikepodcastBlog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.comFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail Lori at hikepodcast@gmail.com Special thank you to Isabella for being a show patron! Music intro track "Thorn &amp; Shout" from Thorn &amp; Shout, used under the Creative Commons license.Music outro track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm, used under the Creative Commons license. Support the showConnect with Hike:Instagram: @thehikepodcastTwitter: @thehikepodcastFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com 

Robin Wilcox, Senior Parks and Trails Planner, with Oregon Parks and Recreation, shares what is being done to close the gaps and make the Oregon Coast Trail an end to end trail. In 2017, Oregon passed a bill that directed the State Parks and Recreation department to work with other interested agencies, local governments and interested parties to develop an action plan to complete the Oregon Coast Trail. Robin shares an overview of the Oregon Coast Trail, the action planning process including the process of collaboration with several other partners in a shared effort to develop a completed trail. She also shares some recommended spots for hiking and enjoying the beautiful coastline. The Oregon Coast Trail (OCT) is a long-distance hiking route along the Pacific coast of Oregon. It follows the coast of Oregon from the mouth of the Columbia River to the California border south of Brookings. The trail was envisioned in 1959 by Samuel N. Dicken, a University of Oregon geography professor, approved in 1971 by the Oregon Recreation Trails Advisory Council. The walking length of the trail varies depending on choice of passage across or around estuaries and rivers along the route. If a ferry is not arranged or available, an alternate route around the estuary must be taken; if traveling on foot, this means road walking. The length of the trail is about 425 miles (680 km) if no ferries are used, though the official coastal guide gives a length of 382 miles (615 km). If no ferries are used, about 39 percent of the route is on the beach, 41 percent is on paved road, and 20 percent is on trail and dirt roads. (source: Wikipedia) Learn more about the Oregon Coast Trail and the Action Plan: Official Web sites: <a href="https://oregoncoasttrailplanning.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Oregon Coast Trail Action Plan</a> <a href="https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/PARKS/Pages/OCT_main.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Oregon Coast Trail Overview </a><a href="https://www.hopeandfeathertravels.com/tour-de-leconte-challenge/?fbclid=IwAR3Z3pGqbx3z_d82qhq_wFjTtb3GLgX6aFliEhFY_IUjAoJ7eS_e038bagw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> </a> Connect with Lori: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lori_the_explorer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@lori_the_explorer</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Blog: <a href="https://thehikepodcast.wordpress.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">thehikepodcast.wordpress.com</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email Lori at hikepodcast@gmail.com Special thank you to Isabella for being a show patron! Music intro track "Thorn &amp; Shout" from Thorn &amp; Shout, used under the Creative Commons license. Music outro track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm, used under the Creative Commons license. <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Connect with Hike: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Oregon Coast Trail: Closing the Gaps with Robin Wilcox

Ask a Ranger podcast hosts Ranger Jess and Ranger Crystal share what it's really like to work as park rangers, the things they love about their jobs and some of the challenging parts too. They talk about why they started the podcast and what it's been like to make education and outreach fun for visitors to their parks and listeners around the world. We even talk about our love for Mr. Rogers. So come listen to my conversation with "podcast neighbors" Ranger Jess and Ranger Crystal. Connect with Ask a Ranger:Instagram: @askarangerEmail: askaranger@ncparks.govFind Ask A Ranger podcast And blog here Connect with Lori:Instagram: @thehikepodcast, @lori_the_explorerTwitter: @thehikepodcastBlog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.comFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail Lori at hikepodcast@gmail.com Special thank you to Isabella for being a show patron! Music track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm, used under the Creative Commons license. Support the showConnect with Hike:Instagram: @thehikepodcastTwitter: @thehikepodcastFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com 

Ask a Ranger podcast hosts Ranger Jess and Ranger Crystal share what it's really like to work as park rangers, the things they love about their jobs and some of the challenging parts too. They talk about why they started the podcast and what it's been like to make education and outreach fun for visitors to their parks and listeners around the world. We even talk about our love for Mr. Rogers. So come listen to my conversation with "podcast neighbors" Ranger Jess and Ranger Crystal. Connect with Ask a Ranger: Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/askaranger/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> @askaranger</a> Email: askaranger@ncparks.gov Find Ask A Ranger podcast And blog <a href="https://www.ncparks.gov/ask-ranger" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> <a href="https://www.hopeandfeathertravels.com/tour-de-leconte-challenge/?fbclid=IwAR3Z3pGqbx3z_d82qhq_wFjTtb3GLgX6aFliEhFY_IUjAoJ7eS_e038bagw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> </a> Connect with Lori: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lori_the_explorer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@lori_the_explorer</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Blog: <a href="https://thehikepodcast.wordpress.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">thehikepodcast.wordpress.com</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email Lori at hikepodcast@gmail.com Special thank you to Isabella for being a show patron! Music track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm, used under the Creative Commons license. <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Connect with Hike: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Ask a Ranger

Felicia Hokenstad is an adventurer, Women Who Hike Ambassador, and an active volunteer for Women of the Wild Midwest. Just a few years ago through she was struggling with anxiety. Through running and hiking, she found that it calmed her and also improved her confidence. Felicia's story resonated with me because I think a lot of people face the same struggles and can relate to finding that peace and a sense of confidence through our adventures in the outdoors. Felicia shares some of her favorite hikes by season.SpringDead River FallsCanyon FallsMunising FallsSummerHogback MountainFallPictured RocksWinterIce CavesConnect with FeliciaInstagram: @following.fleeLearn more about Women of the Wild MidwestInstagram: @wowmidwestConnect with Lori:Instagram: @thehikepodcast, @lori_the_explorerTwitter: @thehikepodcastBlog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.comFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com Special thank you to Isabella for being a show patron! Music intro track from Fusion used under the Creative Commons license.Track: Fusion — KV [Audio Library Release]Music provided by Audio Library PlusWatch: https://youtu.be/gp613GReEo4Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/fusion––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Track Info:Title: Fusion by KVGenre and Mood: Dance &amp; Electronic DarkLicense: Royalty-free music for YouTube, Facebook and Instagram videos giving the appropriate credit.Music outro track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm, used under the Creative Commons license. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast)Support the showConnect with Hike:Instagram: @thehikepodcastTwitter: @thehikepodcastFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com 

Felicia Hokenstad is an adventurer, Women Who Hike Ambassador, and an active volunteer for Women of the Wild Midwest. Just a few years ago through she was struggling with anxiety. Through running and hiking, she found that it calmed her and also improved her confidence. Felicia's story resonated with me because I think a lot of people face the same struggles and can relate to finding that peace and a sense of confidence through our adventures in the outdoors. Felicia shares some of her favorite hikes by season. Spring <a href="https://www.gowaterfalling.com/waterfalls/deadriver.shtml" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dead River Falls</a> <a href="https://www.michigan.org/property/canyon-falls" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Canyon Falls</a> <a href="https://www.nps.gov/piro/planyourvisit/waterfalls.htm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Munising Falls</a>Summer <a href="https://www.travelmarquettemichigan.com/so-you-want-to-climb-hogback/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hogback Mountain</a>Fall <a href="https://www.nps.gov/piro/index.htm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pictured Rocks</a>Winter <a href="https://www.awesomemitten.com/exploring-rock-river-canyon-ice-caves/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ice Caves</a>Connect with Felicia Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/following.flee/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@following.flee</a> Learn more about Women of the Wild Midwest Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/wowmidwest/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@wowmidwest</a> Connect with Lori: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lori_the_explorer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@lori_the_explorer</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Blog: <a href="https://thehikepodcast.wordpress.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">thehikepodcast.wordpress.com</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com Special thank you to Isabella for being a show patron! Music intro track from Fusion used under the Creative Commons license. Track: Fusion — KV [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus Watch: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gp613GReEo4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/gp613GReEo4</a> Free Download / Stream: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?redir_token=l8Nx63vvBnZ2iYblGp6Hr-NzIcB8MTU3OTU0NDk2OEAxNTc5NDU4NTY4&amp;v=gp613GReEo4&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Falplus.io%2Ffusion&amp;event=video_description" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://alplus.io/fusion</a>––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Track Info:Title: Fusion by KV Genre and Mood: Dance &amp; Electronic Dark License: Royalty-free music for YouTube, Facebook and Instagram videos giving the appropriate credit.Music outro track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm, used under the Creative Commons license. <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a> (<a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast</a>) <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Connect with Hike: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Following Flee's Adventures in Michigan's U.P.

Find out how Springer Mountain became the Southern Terminus of the Appalachian Trail and some facts about hiking it all the way from Georgia to Maine...or Maine to Georgia...or some other variation. Learn about the short but memorable hike up to the summit of Springer Mountain that thousands of hopeful thru hikers embark on either from Amicalola Falls or the Springer Mountain Trailhead. Do you have a story to share about hiking either part of the A.T. or part of it? Drop me an email at hikepodcast@gmail.comLinks to resources and referenceshttp://www.appalachiantrail.org21 Fascinating Appalachian Trail factsSpringer Mountain HistorySpringer Mountain Hiking GuideMy photo album from Springer MountainConnect with Lori and Hike on social mediaInstagramFacebookEmail me at hikepodcast@gmail.com Music track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm, used under the Creative Commons license. Support the showConnect with Hike:Instagram: @thehikepodcastTwitter: @thehikepodcastFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com 

Find out how Springer Mountain became the Southern Terminus of the Appalachian Trail and some facts about hiking it all the way from Georgia to Maine...or Maine to Georgia...or some other variation. Learn about the short but memorable hike up to the summit of Springer Mountain that thousands of hopeful thru hikers embark on either from Amicalola Falls or the Springer Mountain Trailhead. Do you have a story to share about hiking either part of the A.T. or part of it? Drop me an email at hikepodcast@gmail.com Links to resources and references <a href="http://www.appalachiantrail.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.appalachiantrail.org</a> <a href="https://thetrek.co/appalachian-trail/21-fascinating-appalachian-trail-facts/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">21 Fascinating Appalachian Trail facts</a> <a href="https://thetrek.co/springer-mountain/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Springer Mountain History</a> <a href="https://www.atlantatrails.com/springer-mountain/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Springer Mountain Hiking Guide</a> <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/loridellinger/albums/72157705631222331" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">My photo album from Springer Mountain</a> Connect with Lori and Hike on <a href="https://thehikepodcast.wordpress.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">social media</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> Email me at hikepodcast@gmail.com  Music track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm, used under the Creative Commons license.  <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Connect with Hike: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Springer Mountain and the Appalachian Trail

Stacia shares her personal experiences of being on the Appalachian Trail and how it helped her grow and find purpose in life. Anyone who is planning a section or thru hike or has done one will find that listening to her story gives a candid and honest perspective that gets to the heart of why we hike. Stacia reflects on overcoming obstacles, pushing her body to its limits and the bonds of her trail family as she set out to reach Katahdin. What she discovered along the way is that the Appalachian Trail is more than the number of miles you hike or what you check off on the list. The trail changed her life. Through Stacia's story, we get to understand what it really means to find Katahdin. Connect with Stacia on InstagramConnect with Lori and Hike on social mediaInstagramFacebookMusic track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm, used under the Creative Commons license. Support the showConnect with Hike:Instagram: @thehikepodcastTwitter: @thehikepodcastFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com 

Stacia shares her personal experiences of being on the Appalachian Trail and how it helped her grow and find purpose in life. Anyone who is planning a section or thru hike or has done one will find that listening to her story gives a candid and honest perspective that gets to the heart of why we hike. Stacia reflects on overcoming obstacles, pushing her body to its limits and the bonds of her trail family as she set out to reach Katahdin. What she discovered along the way is that the Appalachian Trail is more than the number of miles you hike or what you check off on the list. The trail changed her life. Through Stacia's story, we get to understand what it really means to find Katahdin. Connect with Stacia on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/adventurelikeagirl/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Connect with Lori and Hike on <a href="https://thehikepodcast.wordpress.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">social media</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> Music track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm, used under the Creative Commons license.  <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Connect with Hike: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Finding Your Katahdin with Stacia Bennett

Ashley White

Ashley openly talks about the important role nature played and continues to play as someone with PTSD and anxiety. We talk about nature in healing and how it has not only helped him but how he's seen it in his family life - including the positive impact he sees with his son who was diagnosed with autism.  He shares how he strives to keep balance when he is both the Gentleman (corporate persona) and Lumberjack (outdoorsy persona). We talk about diversity in the outdoors and how Ashley is creating safe spaces for others to explore and feel comfortable in new territory. Ashley also shares how each year he starts rookie season. It's trying something in the outdoors that stretches him and also is new to him. For 2019 it was fly fishing. Ashley is an Out There podcast ambassador and to delve deeper into his personal story and struggle with mental health, you can check out Out There episode #97 - Nature Saved My LifeConnect with Ashley:Instagram: @the_gentleman_lumberjackConnect with Lori:Instagram: @thehikepodcast, @lori_the_explorerTwitter: @thehikepodcastBlog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.comFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com Special thank you to Isabella for being a show patron! Music intro track "Thorn &amp; Shout" from Thorn &amp; Shout, used under the Creative Commons license.Music outro track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm, used under the Creative Commons license. Support the showConnect with Hike:Instagram: @thehikepodcastTwitter: @thehikepodcastFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com 

Ashley openly talks about the important role nature played and continues to play as someone with PTSD and anxiety. We talk about nature in healing and how it has not only helped him but how he's seen it in his family life - including the positive impact he sees with his son who was diagnosed with autism.  He shares how he strives to keep balance when he is both the Gentleman (corporate persona) and Lumberjack (outdoorsy persona). We talk about diversity in the outdoors and how Ashley is creating safe spaces for others to explore and feel comfortable in new territory. Ashley also shares how each year he starts rookie season. It's trying something in the outdoors that stretches him and also is new to him. For 2019 it was fly fishing. Ashley is an Out There podcast ambassador and to delve deeper into his personal story and struggle with mental health, you can check out Out There episode #97 - <a href="http://outthere.libsyn.com/nature-saved-my-life" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Nature Saved My Life</a> Connect with Ashley: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/the_gentleman_lumberjack/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@the_gentleman_lumberjack</a><a href="https://www.hopeandfeathertravels.com/tour-de-leconte-challenge/?fbclid=IwAR3Z3pGqbx3z_d82qhq_wFjTtb3GLgX6aFliEhFY_IUjAoJ7eS_e038bagw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> </a> Connect with Lori: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lori_the_explorer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@lori_the_explorer</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Blog: <a href="https://thehikepodcast.wordpress.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">thehikepodcast.wordpress.com</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com Special thank you to Isabella for being a show patron! Music intro track "Thorn &amp; Shout" from Thorn &amp; Shout, used under the Creative Commons license. Music outro track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm, used under the Creative Commons license. <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Connect with Hike: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

Ashley White on Becoming The Gentleman Lumberjack and Healing Through Nature

Lori interviews Plug-It In (Benny Braden) on being the fastest hiker to complete the Great Smoky Mountains 900 Mile Challenge twice, the upcoming documentary on hiking the Uinta Highline Trail by Outmersive Films, and how he is inspired by hiking and how he has inspired others. Read more about Plug-It In on his blog and his Instagram See Outmersive Film's Highline Teaser here. Follow Lori the Explorer on Instagram.Get to know Hike by visiting their social media links.See you on the trails. Support the showConnect with Hike:Instagram: @thehikepodcastTwitter: @thehikepodcastFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com 

Lori interviews Plug-It In (Benny Braden) on being the fastest hiker to complete the Great Smoky Mountains 900 Mile Challenge twice, the upcoming documentary on <a href="https://plugitinhikes.com/2018/10/23/highline/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">hiking the Uinta Highline Trail</a> by <a href="https://www.outmersivefilms.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Outmersive Films</a>, and how he is inspired by hiking and how he has inspired others. Read more about Plug-It In on his <a href="https://plugitinhikes.com/about/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">blog</a> and his <a href="https://www.instagram.com/plugitinhikes/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> See Outmersive Film's Highline Teaser <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dbkE6UbIiAU&amp;feature=youtu.be" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> Follow Lori the Explorer on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lori_the_explorer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram.</a> Get to know Hike by visiting their <a href="https://linktr.ee/thehikemagazine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">social media links.</a> See you on the trails.  <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Connect with Hike: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehikepodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehikepodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thehikepodcast</a> Email: hikepodcast@gmail.com

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