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A Shenandoah Shakedown

A Shenandoah Shakedown

Now that we finally have most of or all of our gear, my sister, Jamie, and I finally were able to plan a long weekend for a decent shakedown trip....

Jan 28, 2020 : Geri Rosenberg
The Attempt Episode 3: High Spirits

The Attempt Episode 3: High Spirits

SHOW NOTES Week one is a soggy one. Follow along as Benjamin hikes the first section of his PCT SOBO (southbound) journey. The Attempt is produced by Julia Drachman with...

Jan 28, 2020 : Zach
The Attempt Episode 2: “Hart’s Pass, Baby!”

The Attempt Episode 2: “Hart’s Pass, Baby!”

SHOW NOTES Benjamin and two other thru-hikers set off on the trail. The Attempt is produced by Julia Drachman with help from Doug Beyers. We are a production of Bad...

Jan 28, 2020 : Zach
Introducing “The Attempt” Podcast | Episode 1: “I’m attempting it. I’m attempting it.”

Introducing “The Attempt” Podcast | Episode 1: “I’m attempting it. I’m attempting it.”

If you're a fan of Backpacker Radio and/or Trail Correspondents, we have good news.  If you're not, it's also still quite possibly that this news will be received well. The...

Jan 28, 2020 : Zach
Uphill Both Ways- Preparation for the Appalachian Trail

Uphill Both Ways- Preparation for the Appalachian Trail

Preparation for thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail takes serious planning and organization. Both of those concepts, I have yet to grasp.

Jan 28, 2020 : Morgan Leigh
I Was Named after a Pickle

I Was Named after a Pickle

I promise you, it’s not what you think. My first trail name was given to me while hiking the Appalachian Trail with an outdoors program sponsored by Girl Scouts. Everyone...

Jan 27, 2020 : Risa Fruchter
PCT Prep: Why I’m Letting It Go

PCT Prep: Why I’m Letting It Go

The PCT Will Have to Wait Don’t worry! I am still thru-hiking the PCT in March 2020, but I’ve had to put my obsession with prepping aside for a bit....

Jan 27, 2020 : Shannon Quadres
How Minimalism Prepared Me for Thru-Hiking

How Minimalism Prepared Me for Thru-Hiking

What Is Minimalism? Perhaps you've heard of some of the more famous minimalists. Marie Kondo and The Minimalists have convinced people around the world to abandon clutter and shed personal

Jan 26, 2020 : Allison Perrine
Section B of the Great Divide Trail

Section B of the Great Divide Trail

This is the second in a series covering various sections of the Great Divide Trail (GDT). Section B of the Great Divide Trail; for Section A, please see my post...

Jan 26, 2020 : Kelly McDonald
REI Outlet Roundup: Best Deals for Backpackers

REI Outlet Roundup: Best Deals for Backpackers

Stretch your money a little further this backpacking season by taking advantage of REI's Outlet sales in the off-season. Here's a roundup of our favorite deals this week.

Jan 26, 2020 : Effie Drew