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.
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Backpacker Radio 97 | Ben Lawhon of Leave No Trace
In today's episode of backpacker radio presented by The Trek we are joined by Ben Lawhon the Director of Education and Research at Leave No Trace.
Backpacker Radio #95 | Andy Downs of the ATC on the Mountain Valley Pipeline & Postponing Thru-Hikes During a Pandemic
In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are once again joined by Andy Downs of the ATC. For those who might be unfamiliar,
Backpacker Radio 94 | Philip Carcia, New Hampshire’s Peakbagging Phenom
In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are joined by Philip Carcia. Have you heard of New Hampshire? Because Philip has
Backpacker Radio 93 | The Quirins on Thru-Hiking the AT with a Baby
In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are joined by Bekah and Derrick Quirin. In 2017, the Quirins thru-hiked the
Backpacker Radio 91 | New Year’s Eve Sh*t Show Spectacular
Today's episode of Backpacker Radio, presented by The Trek, is 2020 personified. And by that, I mean it's a genuine shit show. Today's show runs the
Backpacker Radio 90 | Cindy Ross
In today's episode of Backpacker Radio, presented by The Trek, we are joined by Cindy Ross. Cindy is a bonafide renaissance woman. She's published
Backpacker Radio 89 | Dr. Kristina Kiefer on Backpacking with a Dog
In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek we are joined by Dr. Kristina Kiefer. Dr. Kiefer is a veterinarian with a PhD in
Backpacker Radio 88 | Dr. Alan Carpenter
Today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, features Dr. Alan Carpenter. Dr. Carpenter is the ultimate testament that age is just a
Backpacker Radio 87 | Paul Barach on Japan’s Shikoku Pilgrimage + Murphy’s Law
In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are joined by Paul Barach. Paul is an avid adventurer, but today, we focus in on
Backpacker Radio 86 | Nathan Hankes
In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are joined by Nathan Hankes. Nathan is an army veteran, having served a tour in