In this week's episode, I talk with Mindy Riesenberg from Grand Canyon Conservancy. We chat about the role of conservancy groups and how they partner with the national parks to bring visitors a great experience. We cover everything from how the group is honoring tribal nations to climate change research within Grand Canyon National Park. Check out Grand Canyon Conservancy here. ___________________________________________________________________________ New to the outdoors and don’t q...

Today I'm answering 10 of the most common hiking questions I'm asked and see on forums for beginner hikers. We cover footwear, how to go to the bathroom, how much food and water to bring, what gear you do (and don't) need to get started, wildlife, finding trails, backpacks, trail blazes, and how fit you need to be to start hiking! It's a good episode to get your feet wet! Things mentioned in this episode: Episode 13 - What Makes Up a Trail Essential Guide to Getting Outside Trail Blazes N...

Today’s solo episode is all about the components that make up trail descriptions and ratings. I dive into elevation, difficulty, distance, and how to use each to pick a hike that is right for you. In the episode, I mention a formula for calculating difficulty used by the National Parks Service. The formula can be found here. New to the outdoors and don’t quite know where to start? Download the Essential Guide to Getting Outside - it covers the essentials of camping, hiking, and backpacking.&...

Today’s interview is with Shannon Keleher, the founder of Alpine Sisters, an online outdoorsy boutique designed with women in mind. We talk about how to balance having “too many” outdoor interests and how she balances all of her interests while being a mom. The middle and the end of the episode is great for you parents out there who are looking for inspiration (and some practical advice) on how to introduce your child to the outdoors. New to the outdoors and don’t quite know where to s...

We're back this week and it's all about getting outside with your dog. I interview Flo Godineau with Out With Your Dog, an organization supporting people who want to build a strong connection with their dogs through outdoor adventures. Flo and I talk about how to introduce your dog to hiking, camping, and backpacking as well as ways to respect everyone on the trail. It's an essential episode for anyone that takes their dog out with them. New to the outdoors and don’t quite know where to sta...

Today’s episode is a conversation with Natalie Bonthius, an Emergency Medicine doctor, from Survival Med. We talk about what the common injuries and illnesses are for hikers and backpackers, what you should have in your first aid kit, and the difference between a wilderness first aid and wilderness first responder certification. Survival Med is a 100% online Wilderness First Aid and Wilderness First Responder certification provider created by physicians who know the backcountry. ...

Today’s solo episode is all about backpacking tents. I dive into the different types of tents, the difference of packed weight vs trail weight, how to know what size to get, and what you should know when buying a backpacking tent. The one-person tent I mention in the episode is the Featherstone UL Obsidian 1. It’s the only 1 person backpacking tent that I’ve liked. It’s wide enough for me to comfortably fit my wide sleeping pad and my backpack! Use code ROAMS15 for a discount on the e...

Today’s solo episode is all about backpacks. I answer questions like, what size do I need for a day hike? What size do I need for an overnight hike? And, what features should I look for? Are you enjoying the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts and rate the show on Spotify. All feedback is welcome. New to the outdoors and don’t quite know where to start? Download the Essential Guide to Getting Outside - it covers the essentials of camping, hiking, and backpacking. If yo...

Today I talk with Erin from One Stop Trail Shop about the logistics of backpacking, the John Muir Trail, and knowing if you’re ready for a thru-hike! You can connect with Erin on Instagram here! Are you enjoying the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts and rate the show on Spotify. All feedback is welcome. If you want episodes early and exclusive content like monthly workshops and community hangs, join us in the Backcountry Social Club. Want to share in the adventure? Connect with Sharad...

Intentionally making time for the outdoors is essential to actually doing what you want. In this episode, I introduce a challenge to spend 40 hours outside. I let you know how I did it, how many hours I squeezed in, and some key insights I gained from doing the challenge. Are you enjoying the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts and rate the show on Spotify. All feedback is welcome. If you want episodes early and exclusive content like monthly workshops and community hangs, join...

Today’s solo episode is an overview of Leave No Trace! LNT is a set of 7 principles that focus on leaving a minimum impact on the wild spaces we visit. You can learn more about Leave No Trace at their website here. Are you enjoying the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts and rate the show on Spotify. All feedback is welcome. If you want episodes early and exclusive content like monthly workshops and community hangs, join us in the Backcountry Social Club. Want to share in the adv...

In today’s interview, I talk with Theresa Bridges- an avid adventurer, a registered dietitian in the making, and all-around a pretty rad person. In this episode, we talk generally about how much someone needs to eat on a hiking and backpacking trip. In the second half we talk about our favorite trail foods and why food is so important to a more diverse outdoor community. Theresa is currently pursuing her master's degree to become a registered dietitian. She takes a health-at-every-siz...

The 10 Essentials are a fundamental part of getting outside safely. Today I dive into what the 10 essentials are, what they look like in practice, and why they are important. ______ Are you enjoying the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts and rate the show on Spotify. All feedback is welcome. If you want episodes early and exclusive content like monthly workshops and community hangs, join us in the Backcountry Social Club. Want to share in the adventure? Connect with Sharad...

Today’s episode is an interview with Will Liang, the founder of Featherstone Outdoor Products. Featherstone Outdoor is a backpacking gear brand focused on providing quality, accessible, performance products for those who wish to seek adventure. In today’s episode Will and I chat about what inspired Featherstone Outdoor Products, what it’s like to bring a product to market, and shared our experiences with that first trip to REI. You can check out all of their great products here. The...

Today is all about setting outdoor goals for the new year. I share three tips for creating actionable outdoor goals in 2023 as well as popular challenges to help motivate you to get outside. __________________________________________________________________________ Are you enjoying the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts and rate the show on Spotify. All feedback is welcome. __________________________________________________________________________ Looking for a community of other adul...

I'm so excited to announce Roaming Radio is coming in January 2023. Roaming Radio is an outdoor focused variety show. I'll cover skills and education, gear reviews, interviews with other adventurers, and so much more! New episodes will launch every-other week on Tuesdays. If you're excited go ahead and leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and/or Spotify. If you want episodes early and exclusive content like monthly workshops and community hangs, join us in the Backcountry So...