The Backpacking Light Podcast explores the technology, gear, skills, and philosophy of backcountry wilderness travel through stories, interviews, and investigative reports.
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Backpacking America is a podcast dedicated to exploring the culture and society that makes up the United States of America.
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Are you looking for adventure? We've got the best guests in the outdoor world, gear expertise, unbelievable stories...all lined with a sense of humor.
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Backpacking Through ADHD is your guide for navigating the twists and turns of ADHD parenting. Whether you’re just starting out or deep in the journey, this podcast offers practical tools, personal stories, and expert advice to help you and your family thrive. Explore the peaks, valleys, and unexpected paths of ADHD with resilience, support, and camaraderie to make the trek a little easier.
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The Live Ultralight Podcast is all about inspiring you to get outdoors and teaching you how to lighten your pack so you can go on more adventures. We largely focus on backpacking and things that are interesting to backpackers, but occasionally we delve into other adventure and travel topics as well. In addition, we aim to feature interesting and inspiring guests all around the backpacking, travel, and adventure space.
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Be prepared to listen to great stories, hear from incredible guests, and laugh until your stomach hurts. Jeremiah Stringer and John Kelley share from experiences and knowledge from the trail while bringing the fun back to backpacking podcasts. The main goal here is to make you smile, and you'll quickly realize that Wednesdays are the best day of the week.
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A Backpacking Through History Podcast
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It’s everything hiking, backpacking, packrafting. Details about my trips, new gear reviews and guests interviews. Cover art photo provided by Andreas Dress on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@picsbydress
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The Practical Backpacking™ Podcast features informative interviews with adventurers and leaders in the outdoor community. More episodes are available at www.practicalbackpacking.com/show/
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More Than Backpacking is a Personal Development Podcast that strives to show you the value in conversations with people you meet, in every walk of life. Some people go backpacking, some start a business, some start a sport, some learn an instrument. These are all vehicles of personal growth. Your attitude & mindset to what you do can determine how much growth you can gain from an experience & when you realise we are all playing the same game, I believe you can start to enjoy it more! Follow ...
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The Backpacking Experience unpacks the experiences we have in the backcountry with interviews from fellow hikers, education and trip reports. We're here to share our passion for backpacking and create a platform for others to share the experiences they have had on the trail. We'll talk with business owners about the gear that helps facilitate these experiences and provide education about backcountry travel through real experience on the trail. The Backpacking Experience is hosted by Devin As ...
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On Travel with The Backpacking Housewife Podcast, Janice Horton, ex-housewife, empty-nester, and experienced world traveller, discusses dreamy destinations all around the world and the pros and cons of midlife and senior travel.
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Interviews make the show feel like a radio channel dedicated to hikes and backpacks. So, put on your boots, pack a tent and sleeping bag and listen in! Have a guest idea or question- rudy@cascadehikerpodcast.com
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What’s it like to hike and live in the backcountry for 5 months? Host and thru-hiker & YouTuber Kyle Hates Hiking (Kyle O’Grady), who has completed every last step of the Appalachian Trail, interviews other thru-hikers, peak-baggers, and backpackers who are almost as crazy as him. Is life while thru-hiking really as glamorous as the social media stars make it out to be? Is pooping in the woods really that big of a deal? Find out these answers and more on Trail Tales.
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Podcast covers helpful backpacking, hunting and winter camping tips and tricks. Knowledge from decades spent in the forest, rivers and mountains of the Olympic Peninsula (Washington State). Conversations for an audience ranging from the beginner, all the way up to the experienced adventurer. Recorded in the beautiful Pacific Northwest in a little corner of the world, where it receives an annual average of 110 inches of rainfall a year. We hope listening to this inspires you to go outdoors soon!
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It took me a year of planning, a lifetime of stories and 14 days to do it. Experience adventure stories of hiking, backpacking and living in the Pacific Northwest wilderness. Gain tips on how to bring the adventure back to your life and push through barriers. Infused with Native American culture and lore, experience the creation of our 5th National Park. If you love the outdoors you will enjoy every minute of this podcast. Read, see photos and watch videos on my commercial free blog at www.e ...
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Are you a tree hugger or do you like the security of a tent? You can find out if you listen to my podcast about the differences between a hammock shelter and a tent structure. I will provide a list showing all the pros and cons of both sides. My goal is not to persuade you on an opinion but rather to inform you of your options. Hammocking can be lighter if your a backpacker worried about weight and tents are more suitable for families because of the space. Listen to my podcast and make decid ...
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KRAIG ADAMS: 'My 3 Biggest Mistakes Backpacking All Over the World'
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55:17Epic film-maker Kraig Adams joins the show. He might be the #1 backpacking film-maker (or film-maker who backpacks) out there. What are 3 big and unexpected challenges Kraig has encountered while traveling all over the world? People hiding in strange places, taking a ‘short cut’ down a mountain, and some odd food choices are just scratching the sur…
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In the first episode of the JFK Files Series, we cover the "CIA Reorganization Memorandum" sent to President John Fitzgerald Kennedy by Arthur Schlesinger urging the late president to restructure the CIA. Link to the letter: https://www.archives.gov/files/research/jfk/releases/2025/0318/176-10033-10145.pdf JFK Files in Full: https://www.archives.go…
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ADHD brains and food? It’s complicated. Whether you’re forgetting to eat, chasing sugar for a dopamine boost, or struggling to get your kid to eat anything besides Goldfish, you’re not alone. In this episode, we dive into how nutrition impacts focus, energy, and impulse control, the foods that help (and hurt) ADHD brains, and real-life meal solutio…
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259 National Forests are Burning Down.....sorta
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59:35What is getting ready to happen in the Daniel Boone National Forest?!?!? Discover how prescribed burns are crucial for maintaining forest health and reducing wildfire risks. We explore the strategies used by the National Forest Service and focus on areas like Dania Boone National Forest and River Gorge to help preserve our natural landscapes. We al…
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Episode 121 | What is Thru-hiking & GGG Giveaway
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37:07In episode 121 of the Backpacking Light podcast we're going to learn about how to plan a short thru-hike. To view the shownotes for this episode, click here.Por Backpacking Light
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The Housing Crisis on Long Island is still seemingly hopeless with $3000 legal studios becoming the norm and $1800 illegal basement apartments barely filling the needs of the working class. Listen to learn more about what has changed and what has stayed the same on Long Island. Check out our amazing sponsors! Collision Services Network (@collisions…
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After Trump won the 2024 election in a landslide, I decided to cover his more controversial decisions. The annexation of allies, tariffs, and the Gulf of America. Check out our amazing sponsors! Collision Services Network (@collisionservicesnetwork) is the voice of the collision services industry and the advocate for the industry consumer, we bring…
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Episode 303: Hunting is NOT Cruel or Unusual!
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27:28Hunting is commonly seen as barbaric, psychotic and disgusting by an alarmingly large portion of the population. Especially among Generation Z. This episode dispels many of the incorrect and horribly mean generalizations cast upon hunters. Hunting allows us the opportunity to Harvest game meat that is not riddled with pesticides, while spending tim…
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Episode 302: Modern Lifting & Gym Culture
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1:14:18I am joined by Tim from Real Fitness Management ( @RealFitnessManagement ) to discuss our opinions on Machine vs. Barbell Movements and the effectiveness of modern lifting practices. We also discuss new developments in Gym Culture coming out of the pandemic, while reflecting on this culture from pre pandemic and the late 20th Century. Learn more ab…
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Episode 301: Changes and Realities in the Media Industry
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27:44I am joined by Kelly Codrington of K Collections Photography to discuss how the media industry has changed so drastically in the last two decades. We cover pricing of services, ethics, client relations and so much more! Check out Kelly's work here: https://kcollectionsphotographyli.com/ Check out our amazing sponsors! Collision Services Network (@c…
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EPISODE 300: Schitzoramble Edition
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1:06:40To celebrate Episode 300 Tony and I yap about everything and anything while we slam beers. Check out our amazing sponsors! Collision Services Network (@collisionservicesnetwork) is the voice of the collision services industry and the advocate for the industry consumer, we bring clarity and solidarity for both our customers and the collision service…
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Our Single Toughest Day Backpacking + NEW STOVE RELEASED (*Bonus Thursday)
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57:41Derek and Carl discuss there single toughest day backpacking...and what you can do to avoid their mistakes. Also we have breaking news! A new backpacking stove was just released this week! Details on that and more! Topics Covered: -New backpacking stove -Overcoming a tough backpacking day -Bear attack Enlightened Equipment: Check out the best Ultra…
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NEW 2025 GEAR RELEASES! Find Them Here First with Devin Ashby
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52:33New 2025 Backpacking Gear is here! Backpacks, sleeping pads, tents, gadgets, chairs…you name it. Gear expert Devin Ashby from Backcountry Exposure joins the show to weigh in (and disagree) about all of the gear presented. Some of the Gear Covered: -Therm-a-rest Boost 650 -Danner N45 -Gregory Paragon/Maven -Cumulus Climalite Jacket -Crazy Creek Air …
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258 Could Tariffs Shut Down Cottage Companies?
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1:03:10Regardless of political leanings, recent tariffs placed on other countries from the US will have an effect on American consumers and companies. In this episode, JK sits down with the owner of Hilltop Packs, Ben McMillen to talk about a volatile topic in a way that may surprise a lot of people. Check out the Shadowlight Backpack by Outdoor Vitals (2…
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Connection isn’t just a luxury—it’s a lifeline for ADHD brains. Whether you’re an ADHD parent, an adult navigating friendships, or a child learning how to build relationships, connection shapes our experiences. But here’s the struggle—many of us with ADHD don’t always recognize our own ability to connect. In this episode, I share a deeply personal …
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What are the backpacking trends, fads or whatever you want to call them – that are really lame? Derek and Carl weigh in on this topic and come out firing! Also, Derek catches Carl in a major error from a previous episode. Topics Covered: -Ultralight backpacking -Ultralight Gear -Backpacking trends and fads -Trail Name nonsense Check Out ‘Ian the Ou…
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Accelerate Action: Unveiling ADHD in Women and Girls
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12:16ADHD isn’t just a "boy’s disorder." Many women, including me, go undiagnosed for years, often struggling with anxiety, burnout, and self-doubt. In honor of International Women’s Day 2025 and its theme, "Accelerate Action," this episode sheds light on the often-overlooked reality of ADHD in women and girls. In this episode, I share my personal journ…
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257 Ride Along, Search and Rescue, and Landscaping
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1:02:41Check out the Vario jacket from Outdoor Vitals: https://outdoorvitals.com/products/vario-ultralight-jacketIn this video, we recount our recent off-roading adventure along the scenic Red River Gorge Byway. Join us as we welcome Jeremy Rodeffer (All Things Out Doors on YouTube), who shares his insights and experiences from the trip. Additionally, we …
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Episode 120 | Using Quilts in Cold Temperatures
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28:03In episode 120 of the Backpacking Light podcast we're going to continue our study of how to sleep warm in cold temperatures, focusing on the gear that makes up your sleeping system. To view the show notes for this podcast, click here:Por Backpacking Light
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Are you or is somebody you know an ultralight nerd? Derek and Carl have the criteria. If any of their descriptions resonate with you…then you might be an ultralight nerd. Also what ripoff gear company Carl get significant pushback about? Topics Covered: -Ultralight backpacking -Ultralight Gear -A Ripoff Gear Company -Leave No Trace Lies Enlightened…
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Overthinking and ADHD: Why is it so hard to LET THEM?
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18:34Ever find yourself obsessing over something that doesn’t make sense? 🤯 Maybe it’s an unfair workplace decision, a vague response that leaves you spiraling, or an unanswered “why” that won’t stop running through your mind. If you have ADHD, you know this feeling all too well. In this episode, I dive into: Why ADHD brains struggle to "let go" of thin…
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256 Car Camping Gourmet, Bidets, and Colonic Viruses
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1:01:56In the first livestream of 2025, we find ourselves talking about just about anything! Between what kind of food we like to eat when camping out to understanding how we start our days and get our minds right, this episode should have you laughing till your ribs hurt.Check out the Summit Down Sleeping Bag over at Outdoor Vitals: https://alnk.to/3J7I5…
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RYAN VAN DUZER's Most Ridiculous Backcountry Luxury Items (Throwback Thursday)
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55:49Ryan Van Duzer (Bikepacker, Ultra Marathon Runner, Adventurer, Youtuber) joins the show to discuss the secret to your adventure success. He also shares some of the crazy things he tends to bring into the backcountry. Topics Covered: -Strange backpacking luxury items -Bikepacking adventures -The secret to your adventure success Enlightened Equipment…
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What is the best tent or hammock option for you? Top hammock expert, Shug, joins the show to drop some hammock knowledge on us. Various tent categories and tent options are discussed as well. Check out Shug’s awesome YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@shugemery/featured Topics Covered: -Best backpacking hammocks -Best backpacking tents -Best…
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Is your ADHD child struggling to stay engaged in sports? Or maybe they thrive in high-energy activities but get frustrated when the pace slows down? In this episode of Backpacking Through ADHD, we dive deep into how sports can be a game-changer for ADHD kids—helping with focus, confidence, teamwork, and emotional regulation. We’ll cover: The ADHD a…
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Episode 119.5 (Bonus) | Trail Days Online! 2025 Preview
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8:21In this episode, we’ll introduce you to the Trail Days speakers and give you a sneak peek at their presentation topics and expertise. From ultralight pack design to scrambling techniques, backcountry hygiene to desert travel, there’s something for everyone. To view the shownotes for this episode of the Backpacking Light Podcast, click here.…
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255 HIgh Quality H2O: The WATER Episode
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1:04:34Join us as we dive into the crucial role water plays in backpacking! We cover essential topics like effective filtration techniques, personal tips, and unforgettable experiences. Discover how to stay hydrated on the trail, overcome challenges, and ensure your water sources are safe. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or a newbie, there may be somethin…
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EP 183 - Ask OV 2: Dying Fastpacks, My Big 3, & Upcoming Trips & Trails
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38:18In this month's session of "Ask OV" on the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson & Brigham answer the questions many of you have been asking & give unique behind the scenes insights & stories you won't want to miss. Have questions for next month's session of "Ask OV?" Email support@outdoorvitals.com & let us know! Great Backpacking Gear (Support the Podc…
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Episode 119 | Sleep Warmer: Evening Routines
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36:13In today's episode of the Backpacking Light podcast we're going to learn about bedtime routines and practices for sleeping warm in the backcountry. To view the show notes for this episode, click here.Por Backpacking Light
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The 8 WORST National Parks for Backpacking
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40:37Derek and Carl discuss the worst national parks for backpacking. Scenery, over-regulations, bear canisters, crowding and many more factors are considered. Some of the parks that make the list may surprise you. Also, Rocky calls Derek out for unreasonable texting expectations. B&B Documentary is out! Topics Covered: -Terrible National Parks for Back…
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Self-care isn’t selfish—it’s survival, especially for ADHD brains. But what does self-care actually look like when your brain craves movement, stimulation, and structure? In this episode of Backpacking Through ADHD, we discuss real, ADHD-friendly self-care strategies that actually work, including the power of movement, emotional regulation, and sma…
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254 It's ILLEGAL to HIKE into CANADA from the USA
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36:16In this podcast, we delve into the newly enacted laws that make crossing the Canadian border illegal for hikers on the Pacific Crest Trail. Join us as we explore the implications of these regulations on outdoor enthusiasts, hear firsthand accounts from Jeremiah's international hikes, and discuss the environmental and safety concerns that led to the…
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STEVEN 'My Life Outdoors': BEWARE! Poison Gear, False Bag/Pad Ratings, Future Gear...That Works Better!
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55:31Steven Smith from My Life Outdoors joins the show to discuss all sorts of backpacking topics that you think you know about…but you might not. Is your gear poisoning you? Are sleeping pad R values highly misleading? Why is a mesh base layer the best option? And how does Derek mess up the Lightning round…again? Topics Covered: -Ultralight Backpacking…
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The ADHD Plot Twist: Wendy’s Late Diagnosis at 42
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22:51What happens when you discover you’ve had ADHD your entire life—but never knew it? Wendy Harrison was diagnosed at 42 years old, after years of navigating a high-pressure career in global HR and constantly feeling like she was just “getting by.” In this episode, Wendy opens up about the challenges, relief, and self-discovery that came with her late…
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Today we talk about myths within the realm of sleeping bags and quilts. What makes them warm? How should they be used? Find out in today's episode.Join the 100 Mile Challenge with Outdoor Vitals! Find out more information here: https://outdoorvitals.com/products/2931759
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In episode 118 of the Backpacking Light podcast we're going to learn about traction systems for snow travel. To view the show notes for this episode, click here.Por Backpacking Light
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8 Gear Companies That Are Ripping You Off! (with John Kelley)
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44:26John Kelley joins the show discuss backpacking gear companies that are ripping you off. Which products are you overpaying for? And what are some reasonable alternatives? B&B Documentary is out! Topics Covered: -Ultralight Backpacking Gear -Expensive Backpacking Gear -The Best/Worst Deals Going Check out John Kelley’s ‘The Backpacking Podcast’ Enlig…
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Creative Chaos: Tapping into ADHD Superpower
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15:49Join Tera Greenwood as she explores how ADHD minds make unique connections, thrive in chaos, and turn everyday challenges into opportunities. From hilarious personal stories to practical tips, you’ll discover how to embrace the creative chaos that makes you, YOU. Plus, she’ll share insights inspired by entrepreneurial legend Sara Blakely—because yo…
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252 When The Stupid Cold Becomes the Unexpected
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39:56Jeremiah and JK talk about Jeremiah's recent trip out into the snow and cold here in the Bluegrass state. What happened and who did Jeremiah drag into the woods with him? Check out our title sponsor, Outdoor Vitals: www.outdoorvitals.com
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Top 10 Ways You Could Die on the Trail (Throwback Thursday)
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39:06Derek and Carl discuss the top 10 ways you are most likely going to die on the trail...and how to avoid them. These are based on data provided for many years. Also, Carl tries to track down the REI clerk that Derek rejected in his backpack purchasing process. B&B Documentary is released! Topics Covered: -Backpacking Survival Tips -Backpacking Gear …
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EP 182 - Ask OV: Waterproofing Backpacks, Discontinued Gear, & Why Use Trekking Poles
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52:40In this months session of "Ask OV" on the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson & Brigham answer the questions many of you have been asking & give unique behind the scenes insights & stories you won't want to miss. Have questions for next month's session of "Ask OV?" Email support@outdoorvitals.com & let us know! Great Backpacking Gear (Support the Podca…
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In episode 115 of the Backpacking Light podcast we're going to learn how to size snowshoes, minimize sinkage, and save energy for your next winter adventure in deep snow. To view the shownotes for this episdoe, click here.Por Backpacking Light
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Special Forces Survival Expert Reveals 6 Secrets You Can't Live Without (with Mykel Hawke)
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50:43Special forces operator, survival expert, TV star Mykel Hawke joins the show and shares 6 unexpected survival tips that you’ve likely never heard before. How do you actually fight off an attacking bear? What did Tom Hanks do wrong in Castaway? Find out on this week’s episode. B&B Documentary (releases Wed Evening)! Topics Covered: -Backpacking Surv…
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Navigating Emotional Dysregulation in ADHD Families Series 2
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10:01In this episode of Backpacking Through ADHD, we're tackling a challenge every ADHD parent knows all too well—meltdowns. Building on insights from Dr. Joyce Cooper-Kahn’s article "From Meltdowns to Calm," we’ll break down what happens during a meltdown, why ADHD brains respond the way they do, and practical strategies to help your child regulate the…
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