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Fascinating Colorado Outdoor Recreation Stories with OutThere Colorado’s Spencer McKee (BPR #314)

Fascinating Colorado Outdoor Recreation Stories with OutThere Colorado’s Spencer McKee (BPR #314)

In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by Topo Athletic, we are joined by Spencer McKee, the Director of

Jul 14, 2025 : Backpacker Radio
20,000+ Miles in under 10 Years, a Desert Hike from Tucson to San Diego, and Life as a Mariner with Leah “Twig” Harman (BPR #313)

20,000+ Miles in under 10 Years, a Desert Hike from Tucson to San Diego, and Life as a Mariner with Leah “Twig” Harman (BPR #313)

In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio, presented by The Trek, brought to you by LMNT, we are joined by Leah Harman, known on trail as Twig. Although

Jul 7, 2025 : Backpacker Radio
Thru-Hiking for 30 Years, Working for ALDHA-West, Six Moon Designs, & FarOut, and Ridgerunning with a Dog with Whitney “Allgood” La Ruffa (BPR #312)

Thru-Hiking for 30 Years, Working for ALDHA-West, Six Moon Designs, & FarOut, and Ridgerunning with a Dog with Whitney “Allgood” La Ruffa (BPR #312)

In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio, presented by The Trek, we’re joined by Whitney La Ruffa, better known in the world of backpacking as

Jun 30, 2025 : Backpacker Radio
Julia “Rocket” Sheehan on Her Social Media Fall from Grace, Quitting on a Thru-Hike, and Her New Book (BPR #311)

Julia “Rocket” Sheehan on Her Social Media Fall from Grace, Quitting on a Thru-Hike, and Her New Book (BPR #311)

In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by Topo Athletic, we are joined by Julia Sheehan, known on trail, as

Jun 23, 2025 : Backpacker Radio
A Lifetime of Trail Maintenance: the Blackburn Trail Center, Building the AT Rollercoaster, and the Potomac AT Club with Chris “Trailboss” Brunton (BPR #310)

A Lifetime of Trail Maintenance: the Blackburn Trail Center, Building the AT Rollercoaster, and the Potomac AT Club with Chris “Trailboss” Brunton (BPR #310)

In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by LMNT, we are joined by Chris Brunton aka “Trailboss”. Trailboss is a

Jun 16, 2025 : Backpacker Radio
Thru-Hiking with Your Sister, Triple Crowning without a Trail Name, and the Tour du Mont Blanc with Jamie Lambert (BPR #309)

Thru-Hiking with Your Sister, Triple Crowning without a Trail Name, and the Tour du Mont Blanc with Jamie Lambert (BPR #309)

In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio, presented by The Trek, brought to you by Topo Athletic, we are joined by Jamie Lambert. We learn why Jamie

Jun 9, 2025 : Backpacker Radio
Lightning Safety and Myth Busting with NOAA Meteorologist Charlie Woodrum (BPR #308)

Lightning Safety and Myth Busting with NOAA Meteorologist Charlie Woodrum (BPR #308)

In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by LMNT, we are giving you the lowdown on everything to do with

Jun 2, 2025 : Backpacker Radio
Making Custom Packs, Setting FKTs, Escaping Death, and Starting an Outfitter with Jonathan “Janis Joplin” Thomas (BPR #307)

Making Custom Packs, Setting FKTs, Escaping Death, and Starting an Outfitter with Jonathan “Janis Joplin” Thomas (BPR #307)

In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by Topo Athletic, we are joined by Jonathan Thomas, known on trail as

May 26, 2025 : Backpacker Radio
Working as a Death Doula and Managing Death Anxiety with Niki DiGaetano (BPR #306)

Working as a Death Doula and Managing Death Anxiety with Niki DiGaetano (BPR #306)

In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by LMNT, we are joined by Niki DiGaetano, known on trail as Phoenix. In

May 19, 2025 : Backpacker Radio
Live from Austin: Paul Magnanti, aka “PMags,” on Hot Gear Takes, Public Lands, & Hiking the Southwest (BPR #305)

Live from Austin: Paul Magnanti, aka “PMags,” on Hot Gear Takes, Public Lands, & Hiking the Southwest (BPR #305)

In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, and brought to you by Topo Athletic, we’re coming to you live from Austin, Texas with

May 12, 2025 : Backpacker Radio