Zach and Corin share their Fall 2023 hike on the Foothills Trail. We chat about their 5 days on trail and touch on food carry, water, campsites, wildlife on trail and so much more.  Both Zach and Corin have previously been on Hike to share their individual hiking stories and adventures, so I'm excited to be able to have them on together for the first time.  They talk candidly about what it's like to hike as a couple and how it's brought them closer together.  Zach is currently finishing out...

Staff Sgt. Andrea Okrasinski and Staff Sgt. Ema Donlagic are U.S. Army Soldiers and Instructors with the Army Mountain Warfare School in Vermont, specializing in missions with extreme weather and mountainous terrain.  They share their best tips for winter hiking based on their cold weather experiences in Vermont and elsewhere.  We cover: Smart layeringTaking care of your feetHydration And much more!Learn more: Army Mountain Warfare...

Lauren hiked France's thru hiking trail called the Hexatrek over the summer. She was the first North American woman to thru hike the trail. In this episode she shares some of her on trail experiences and we chat a little bit about the PCT and some of her other backpacking adventures. "The HexaTrek is a 3034 km trail, linking 14 of the most beautiful natural parks and crossing France from the Vosges to the Pyrenees. Following the mountain ridges, crossing the most beautiful valleys and...

Nick shares his summer hiking from Springer to Harper's Ferry. He hiked 1000 miles also wearing one of my Hike hats. We chat about what it is really like on trail and the lessons he took back afterwards. This conversation inspired me and I know it will inspire you. On trail or off trail, Nick's story will resonate with you.  Connect with Nick "Show Me":  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nthew3/ Support the showConnect with Hike: Instagram: @thehikepodcast Twitter:...

Dane shares all the information about his and his hiking partner's summer thru hike of the Art Loeb Trail.  We break down each day and chat about the planning and reality of this hike. Dane has lots of tips and resources that everyone can use whether they are looking at a day hike or thru hike of this trail.  If you have questions about the trail, reach out to Dane at  dane(dot)schuckman(at)gmail(dot)com Resource links:    Pisgah Map Co. - Antigravity Gear ALT trail guideReviewing Leave...

Troy Zohner has hiked all of the 115 designated high peaks in the Northeast. These include the high peaks of the Adirondacks, Catskills, Green Mountains and White Mountains.   In this episode he shares some of the highlights of hiking in the Adirondacks, including his recent hike of  Lake George’s Tongue Mountain Range.  Troy is also an avid blogger of his hikes and you can find those on his web site Tomcat’s Outdoor Adventures  here. Also head over to check out Tomcat’s Outdoor Adventures...

Jessica and Jen share their summer road trip around Lake Superior. The Lake Superior Circle tour covers 1,300-miles around the world’s largest freshwater lake.   In this episode you'll find their pro tips on  Camping Visiting essential beachesNavigating currency exchange Being preparedWinging it!They also touch on their upcoming Maryland A.T. section hike and a few of their other fun and not-so-fun adventures. Connect with Jessica: @pagecats Connect with Jen:...

Lori gets asked some hiking related questions from her daughter. She graciously agreed to be put on the spot and behind the mic.  Thank you, C! Links to some of the items mentioned Favorite Areas to hike: GSMNP Clingman's Dome Bypass Trail, Jump Off Trail, Charlie's Bunion Central Cascades Bachelor Mountain & Coffin Mountain, Battle Ax Hike's Season 1 episode on The 10 Essentials One of Hike's favorite Protein Balls recipes Treeline Review - Best Water Bottles for Hiking of...

Aaron of Backcountry Foodie shares how she's expanded her business to include a Hiker Resupply service. This hiking season was a success and she is going to move forward with more options in 2024, including working to certify her kitchen as commercial. During our chat, we talk about the benefits of having someone else do hiker resupply, her methods, PCT days and more. Listen to our 2021 episode here Learn more about the Tour du Mont-Blanc Connect with Aaron/Backcountry...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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: @spacebetweenblog Blog: https://spacebetweenblog.com/ York City Parks Conservancy:  https://www.yorkcityparks.org/ Horse-Shoe...

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...

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...

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:...

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...

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 & empower the Wiser Adventurer Connect with She Opts Out Instagram: @sheoptsout Facebook: She Opts Out Connect with MAD (Miller and Debbie) Web site: MAD Hippies Life Instagram: @mad_hippies YouTube: MAD Hippies Life Twitter: @MAD_Hippies Listen to my previous episode with Miller...

Hike talks trail with two former guests and one long time listener in three back to back interviews. In the special episode we cover hiking tips,  getting the next generation involved in trail maintenance, and many trails (North Country, Black Mountain Crest, Linville Gorge, Art Loeb, Colorado 14ers, Mt. Whitney, Cumberland Plateau and even the Smokies). If you enjoy listening to hiker chat, this is a perfect episode. A special thank you to Misty, Zach and Tim for helping me celebrate 4...

Amanda shares her stories from 2022 Trail Days with Lori and the listeners. From logistics to the fun stories about  trail angels, events, vendors and personal favorites - this episode will inspire you to seek out a trip to this legendary celebration held yearly in Damascus, Virginia. Read a recap from the ATC on 2022 events here. Connect with Amanda: Instagram: @amandasinthewild Support the showConnect with Hike: Instagram: @thehikepodcast Twitter: @thehikepodcast Facebook:...

Brandon shares his thoughts on growing up in Appalachia. We chat about family history, music, country cooking and what connects him so deeply to his roots. In this episode, Lori also shares her father talking about his favorite down home meals and passing those moments and recipes along to his family.  Connect with Brandon: Instagram: @himalayanhoney89 Connect with Lori: Instagram: @thehikepodcast Twitter: @thehikepodcast Facebook: @thehikepodcast Email: [email protected]  Support...

Brendle  Wolfe wears many hats, but all connect her to the outdoors. Whether it's as a student, landowner, hiking guide or working professional, there is a common thread of the mountains that makes her whole. Brendle shares her Appalachia with listeners as she touches on what sets this region apart: the hardiness and grit of the people who love and call Appalachia their home, the Blue Ridge Mountains that seem to hold out their loving arms to welcome and embrace you and how a reverence for...

Go back to Hike Season 1 with Lori as she revisits Appalachian Trail Magic with Jim Tabor.  Support the showConnect with Hike: Instagram: @thehikepodcast Twitter: @thehikepodcast Facebook: @thehikepodcast Email: [email protected]