Worth a listen, but for a niche market
I gave about 15 episodes a listen and wasn’t getting enough value out of this podcast. I feel like I’m in grade school again. Essential oils on a backpacking trip???? Explaining the “Summit gear review” every episode? Today they reviewed all weather paper. Such useful info!!! I’m always struggling with paper on the trail. To introduce the topic, they spent 30 seconds explaining heathers love for paper.
CrusaderDave via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/02/18
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Great for beginners or for a fresh perspective for a veteran hiker. Useful information rather than localized beer reviews or the same old 15 year old trail stories that seem to be the pass for backpacking podcasts on iTunes. Heather and Josh are a treat to listen to.
Store32Shopper via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/13/15
I love how each episode begins with great music, is short, is structured in such so that it is easy to follow, and ends with an inspiring quote. Each episode teaches me at least one new thing as a beginner hiker who would like to try backpacking. I especially love the easy DIY hacks and recipes....Read full review »
Rpen90 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/13/15
I LOVE this podcast! I came across this on a whim planning our first backpacking trip to Colorado :) The information I've received from these podcast have been so valuable. I listen on my earbuds at work and on the way home and just finished episode 40! Which, in my opinion, has been the best...Read full review »
MrsDecker via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/29/16
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