Elise Ott

Elise is a copywriter who prefers time outdoors to time spent behind a screen. Because of this she planned her first thru-hike—the PCT in 2019 and shared her journey the way she knows best (through writing). Now, she acts as the production assistant for The Trek's flagship podcast, Backpacker Radio, an occasional Trek contributor, and a 2021 Trek ambassador.

Posts

Montbell Superior Down Parka Review

Montbell Superior Down Parka Review

The Montbell Superior Down Parka is a seriously competitive player in the hypothetical competition of backpacking puffy rankings. With features like

Aug 3, 2022 : Elise Ott
Backpacker Radio 117 | Andrew “Reptar” Forestell

Backpacker Radio 117 | Andrew “Reptar” Forestell

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek we are joined yet again by our old pal, Reptar.  Since we last chatted way back in 2018

Sep 6, 2021 : Elise Ott
Backpacker Radio 116 | Outdoor F.U.T.U.R.E.

Backpacker Radio 116 | Outdoor F.U.T.U.R.E.

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we have a lively conversation with the crew at Outdoor F.U.T.U.R.E., a diverse

Aug 23, 2021 : Elise Ott
Backpacker Radio 115 | Scott Carney on Wim Hof, Summiting Kilimanjaro, and Debunking Charlatans

Backpacker Radio 115 | Scott Carney on Wim Hof, Summiting Kilimanjaro, and Debunking Charlatans

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are joined by Scott Carney.  Scott's early career as an investigative journalist had

Aug 12, 2021 : Elise Ott
Backpacker Radio 114 | How to Afford a Thru-Hike

Backpacker Radio 114 | How to Afford a Thru-Hike

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are bringing you another advice based show.  Today's episode is all about how to

Jul 31, 2021 : Elise Ott
Backpacker Radio 113 | Rachael “Rabbit” Delano

Backpacker Radio 113 | Rachael “Rabbit” Delano

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are joined by Rachael "Rabbit" Delano. Rabbit is a triple crowner, yogi, trail

Jul 22, 2021 : Elise Ott
Backpacker Radio 111 | Second Chance Hiker

Backpacker Radio 111 | Second Chance Hiker

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio, presented by The Trek, we are joined by Second Chance Hiker. In 2018, Cory McDonald, aka Second Chance, was

Jul 6, 2021 : Elise Ott
Backpacker Radio 110 | Alison Young: Thru-Hiker, Producer, Podcaster, and Classic Music Aficionado

Backpacker Radio 110 | Alison Young: Thru-Hiker, Producer, Podcaster, and Classic Music Aficionado

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are joined by Alison Young.  Alison has a world-class radio voice, is a super

Jun 23, 2021 : Elise Ott
Backpacker Radio 109 | The Real Hiking Viking on The Hayduke

Backpacker Radio 109 | The Real Hiking Viking on The Hayduke

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are joined by the show's third co-host at this point, the real hiking viking.  We do

Jun 15, 2021 : Elise Ott
Backpacker Radio 108 | Weezer & Dirty Avocado on the Arizona Trail

Backpacker Radio 108 | Weezer & Dirty Avocado on the Arizona Trail

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are joined by recurring guest, Steph Lotus aka Weezer, and her good pal, Dirty

Jun 9, 2021 : Elise Ott