In this episode we explore Atlantic Canada National and Provincial Parks in New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Nova Scotia while exploring the Trail Towns as well! Links for the show: IAT: https://iat-sia.org/the-trail/ The Falafel Spot: https://www.thefalafelspot.ca/ Hopewell Rocks: https://www.nbparks.ca/en/parks/33/hopewell-rocks-provincial-park Poke Shack PEI: https://www.instagram.com/pokeshackpei/ East Coast Paddle Adventures: https://eastcoastpaddle.ca/ Salvage Garden PEI: https://w...
Sep 28, 2023•37 min•Season 6Ep. 16
In this episode we hand out the awards for our favorite trail town categories of our Appalachian Trail Towns Podcast Season. We hand out our best of awards for the following categories: Campgrounds, States, Day Hikes, and Trail Towns Links for the show: AT Conservancy: https://appalachiantrail.org/ Subscribe and leave us a review if you like the podcast and thanks for listening! Learn more about us at www.Hashtag59.com for all our blogs, past podcast episodes, and trash cleanup events. Because A...
Sep 15, 2023•33 min•Season 6Ep. 15
Join us in Maine as we explore the Trail Towns of the Appalachian Trail. Links for this episode: 1. Trail Towns we explored in Maine: Monson, Andover, Millinocket, Abol Bridge, Freeport, and Bar Harbor. 2. Trail Names of hikers we reference: Trash Panda, Poet, Dough Boy, The New Guy, Hippie Chick, and Blacksburg. 3. AT Conservancy: https://appalachiantrail.org/ 4. Campsites we stayed at: South Arm, Abol Bridge, Shaw's Hiker Hostel, The AT Hostel and Outfitters, Abol Campground in Baxter State Pa...
Sep 06, 2023•36 min•Season 6Ep. 14
Join us in New Hampshire as we explore the Trail Towns of the Appalachian Trail. Links for this episode: 1. Trail Towns we explored in New Hampshire: Hanover, North Conway, and Gorham. 2. Trail Names of hikers we reference: Victory, Meadow, and Dolphin. 3. AT Conservancy: https://appalachiantrail.org/ 4. Campsites we stayed at: Storrs Pond Recreation Area, Galehead AMC Hut, Saco River, and Moose Brook State Park. 5. Overland Summers: https://overlandsummers.com/ 6. AMC White Mountain Huts: https...
Aug 30, 2023•24 min•Season 6Ep. 13
Join us in Vermont as we explore the Trail Towns of the Appalachian Trail. Links for this episode: 1. Trail Towns we explored in Vermont: Manchester Center, Quechee, Killington, Woodstock, and Woodford. 2. Trail Names of hikers we reference: Navigator, Cheese Foot, and Granny. 3. AT Conservancy: https://appalachiantrail.org/ 4. Campsites we stayed at: Greenwood Lodge, Gifford Woods State Park, and KOA Quechee. 5. Greenwood Lodge: https://campvermont.com/greenwood/ 6. Green Mountain Club: https:/...
Aug 30, 2023•31 min•Season 6Ep. 12
Join us in Connecticut and Massachusetts as we explore the Trail Towns of the Appalachian Trail. Links for this episode: 1. Trail Towns we explored in CT and MASS: Falls Village, Great Barrington, Dalton, Cheshire, North Adams, and Pittsfield. 2. Great Barrington Food CoOp: https://berkshire.coop/ 3. Agaves: https://www.agavesgb.com/ 4. Fitch-Hoose House: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fitch%E2%80%93Hoose_House 5. Mt Greylock: https://www.mass.gov/locations/mount-greylock-state-reservation 6. Ash...
Aug 01, 2023•30 min•Season 6Ep. 11
Join us in New York and Pennsylvania as we explore the Trail Towns of the Appalachian Trail and a bit of a weather detour for this episode. Links for this episode: 1. Trail Towns we explored in New York: Pawling, Hopewell Junction, and Wingdale. 2. Promised Land State Park: https://www.dcnr.pa.gov/StateParks/FindAPark/PromisedLandStatePark/Pages/default.aspx 3. The Rex: https://staytherex.com/ 4. Scranton Lake Trail: https://www.visitnepa.org/listing/lake-scranton-trail/4063/ 5. Groove Brewing: ...
Jul 25, 2023•27 min•Season 6Ep. 10
Join us in Maryland and Pennsylvania as we explore the Trail Towns of the Appalachian Trail for this episode. Links for this episode: 1. Trail Towns we explored in New Jersey: Branchville, Sussex, Vernon, and Delaware Water Gap. 2. Day Hikes we did on the AT in New Jersey: Sunfish Pond, High Point State Park, Pochuk Boardwalk Area, and Culvers Gap. 3. Mountain House Grill: https://mountainhousenj.com/ 4. Hainesville General Store NJ: https://hgsnj.com/ 5. Trail Angel: "Moose" 6. High Point State...
Jul 21, 2023•20 min•Season 6Ep. 9
Join us in Maryland and Pennsylvania as we explore the Trail Towns of the Appalachian Trail for this episode. Links for this episode: 1. Hikes in Maryland: C&O Canal Towpath, Weverton Cliffs, Black Rock Cliff & Annapolis Rock 2. Washington Monument State Park MD: https://dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/pages/western/washington.aspx 3. Mini Statue of Liberty: https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/mini-statue-of-liberty-harrisburg 4. Pine Grove Furnace State Park: https://www.dcnr.pa.gov/StateP...
Jul 12, 2023•30 min•Season 6Ep. 8
Join us in Virginia as we explore the Trail Towns of the Appalachian Trail for this episode. Links for this episode: 1. Shenandoah National Park: https://www.nps.gov/shen/index.htm 2. Bark Ranger Program: https://www.nps.gov/subjects/pets/be-a-bark-ranger.htm 3. Shenandoah Campgrounds we stayed at: Loft Mountain, Big Meadows, and Matthews Arm. Reservations at www.Recreation.gov 4. Harpers Ferry River Riders: https://www.riverriders.com/ 5. Harpers Ferry National Historical Park: https://www.nps....
Jul 07, 2023•25 min•Season 6Ep. 7
Join us in Virginia as we explore the Trail Towns of the Appalachian Trail for this episode. Links for this episode: 1. Grayson Highlands State Park (Hickory Ridge Campground) 2. Nobo's Kitchen: https://www.sevenarrowsbrewing.com/current-menu 3. North 340 Campground: https://www.waynesboron340campground.com/ 4. Basic City Beer Co: https://www.basiccitybeer.com/ 5. Blue Ridge Bucha: https://blueridgebucha.com/ 6. AT Conservancy: https://appalachiantrail.org/ 7. Eastern Divide Blacksburg: https://...
Jun 29, 2023•33 min•Season 6Ep. 6
In this season Jill G & Mike R hit the road in a camper van to day hike the Appalachian Trail (the longest footpath in the world.) Along the way we will highlight and share our favorite day hikes, local adventures, hidden gems, tips, tricks, and iconic pieces of both the AT and the Trail Towns that connect this footpath with the rest of the country. In today's episode we highlight the AT Hikes and all the Trails that Trail Town USA (Damascus Virginia) has to offer! Joining us on this episode...
Jun 19, 2023•18 min•Season 6Ep. 5
In this season Jill G & Mike R hit the road in a camper van to day hike the Appalachian Trail (the longest footpath in the world.) Along the way we will highlight and share our favorite day hikes, local adventures, hidden gems, tips, tricks, and iconic pieces of both the AT and the Trail Towns that connect this footpath with the rest of the country. In today's episode we highlight the AT Hikes and Tennessee Trail Towns we experienced with our special guest Linda from the Black Bear Resort in...
Jun 14, 2023•12 min•Season 6Ep. 4
In this season Jill G & Mike R hit the road in a camper van to day hike the Appalachian Trail (the longest footpath in the world.) Along the way we will highlight and share our favorite day hikes, local adventures, hidden gems, tips, tricks, and iconic pieces of both the AT and the Trail Towns that connect this footpath with the rest of the country. In today's episode we highlight the AT Hikes and North Carolina Trail Towns we experienced. A few links for this episode: 1. Lazy Hiker Brewing:...
Jun 13, 2023•27 min•Season 6Ep. 3
In this season Jill G & Mike R hit the road in a camper van to day hike the Appalachian Trail (the longest footpath in the world.) Along the way we will highlight and share our favorite day hikes, local adventures, hidden gems, tips, tricks, and iconic pieces of both the AT and the Trail Towns that connect this footpath with the rest of the country. In today's episode we highlight the AT Hikes and Georgia Trail Towns we experienced. A few links for the episode: 1. Amicalola Falls State Park:...
Jun 06, 2023•29 min•Season 6Ep. 2
Welcome to Season 6 of the Hashtag 59 Podcast! In this season Jill G & Mike R hit the road in a camper van to day hike the Appalachian Trail (the longest footpath in the world.) Along the way we will highlight and share our favorite day hikes, local adventures, hidden gems, tips, tricks, and iconic pieces of both the AT and the Trail Towns that connect this footpath with the rest of the country. In today's intro episode we highlight everything we did leading up to this and what is coming nex...
May 31, 2023•23 min•Season 6Ep. 1
Welcome back to Season 5 of the Hashtag59 Podcast! Mike R & Jill G are sharing ways to experience outdoor adventures in the Midwest in Season 5. In this episode Mike R & Jill G recap our Season 15 Midwest Adventure Episodes with some hardware during a Best of/Awards Show from the season! Links for this episode: 1. Winter Hike Series: https://www.metroparks.net/blog/winter-hikes-series-50th-anniversary/ 2. Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive Sleeping Bear Dunes: https://www.nps.gov/slbe/planyour...
Nov 28, 2022•23 min•Season 5Ep. 16
Welcome back to Season 5 of the Hashtag59 Podcast! Mike R & Jill G are sharing ways to experience outdoor adventures in the Midwest in Season 5. In this episode Mike R & Jill G head to Great Seal State Park to participate in a HARD trail run/race. Links for this episode: 1. Great Seal State Park: https://ohiodnr.gov/go-and-do/plan-a-visit/find-a-property/great-seal-state-park 2. The Buck Fifty: www.TheBuckFifty.com 3. Tar Hollow State Park: https://ohiodnr.gov/go-and-do/plan-a-visit/find...
Nov 07, 2022•19 min•Season 5Ep. 15
Welcome back to Season 5 of the Hashtag59 Podcast! Mike R & Jill G are sharing ways to experience outdoor adventures in the Midwest in Season 5. In this episode Mike R & Jill G head to Red River Gorge Kentucky in a Camper Van! Links for this episode: 1. Lago Linda Hideaway: https://lagolinda.com/ 2. Aclipse Camper Vans: https://aclipsecampervans.com/ 3. Daniel Boone National Forest: https://www.fs.usda.gov/dbnf 4. Miguel's Pizza: https://www.miguelspizza.com/ 5. Hop's: https://hopsatrrg....
Oct 31, 2022•25 min•Season 5Ep. 14
Welcome back to Season 5 of the Hashtag59 Podcast! Mike R & Jill G are sharing ways to experience outdoor adventures in the Midwest in Season 5. In this episode Mike R & Jill G kayak the Crystal River for their dogs first kayaking experience, take you to the Port Oneida Historic District, and talk Northern MI Wines, Walleye, and Falafal! Links for this episode: 1. Crystal River Outfitters: https://crystalriveroutfitters.com/ 2. M22 Winery: https://crystalriveroutfitters.com/wine-tasting/...
Sep 04, 2022•21 min•Season 5Ep. 13
Welcome back to Season 5 of the Hashtag59 Podcast! Did you know we now have a Patreon Page? Become a member at www.Patreon.com/Hashtag59 Mike R & Jill G are sharing ways to experience outdoor adventures in the Midwest in Season 5. In this episode Mike R brings on Special Guest Chez C, who is the Executive Director of the Outdoor Writers Association of America. This organization has been around for several decades and Chez has lived all over the US. Now residing in the Midwest Chez shares his...
Aug 13, 2022•26 min•Season 5Ep. 12
Welcome back to Season 5 of the Hashtag59 Podcast! Did you know we now have a Patreon Page? Become a member at www.Patreon.com/Hashtag59 Mike R & Jill G are sharing ways to experience outdoor adventures in the Midwest in Season 5. In this episode we head to Grand Island National Recreation Area. An island located on Lake Superior just off the mainland by the town of Munising Michigan. Links for this episode: 1. Grand Island Ferry Service, Cabin, and Camping Info: http://www.grandislandup.com...
Aug 02, 2022•22 min•Season 5Ep. 11
Welcome back to Season 5 of the Hashtag59 Podcast! Did you know we now have a Patreon Page? Become a member at www.Patreon.com/Hashtag59 Mike R & Jill G are sharing ways to experience outdoor adventures in the Midwest in Season 5. In this episode we bring in two special guests from the Friends of Grand Rapids Parks (Stacy and Lauren) and Alison from Happy People Hike. We talk about the power of the outdoors, trees, the importance of urban canopy cover, forestry, invasive species, and Stacy's...
Jul 18, 2022•40 min•Season 5Ep. 10
Welcome back to Season 5 of the Hashtag59 Podcast! Did you know we now have a Patreon Page? Become a member at www.Patreon.com/Hashtag59 Mike R & Jill G are sharing ways to experience outdoor adventures in the Midwest in Season 5. In this episode we adventure in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and the Ransom Lake Natural Area for a High and a Low when it comes to Jill experiencing Outdoor Adventure! Links from the episode: National Cherry Festival: https://www.cherryfestival.org/ Mani...
Jul 11, 2022•18 min•Season 5Ep. 9
Welcome back to Season 5 of the Hashtag59 Podcast! Did you know we now have a Patreon Page? Become a member at www.Patreon.com/Hashtag59 Mike R & Jill G are sharing ways to experience outdoor adventures in the Midwest in Season 5. In this episode we adventure in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and the Ransom Lake Natural Area for a High and a Low when it comes to Jill experiencing Outdoor Adventure! Links from the episode: Sleeping Bear Dunes: https://www.nps.gov/slbe/index.htm Ransom...
Jul 01, 2022•19 min•Season 5Ep. 8
Welcome back to Season 5 of the Hashtag59 Podcast! Did you know we now have a Patreon Page? Become a member at www.Patreon.com/Hashtag59 Mike R & Jill G are sharing ways to experience outdoor adventures in the Midwest in Season 5. In this episode we tent camp near Lake Michigan and hike in and around Indiana Dunes National Park and State Park. Learn about the 3 Dune Challenge and the Goblins abound in Beverly Shores in this episode. Links from the episode: Dunewood Campground: https://www.np...
Jun 09, 2022•20 min•Season 5Ep. 7
Welcome back to Season 5 of the Hashtag59 Podcast! Did you know we now have a Patreon Page? Become a member at www.Patreon.com/Hashtag59 Mike R & Jill G are sharing ways to experience outdoor adventures in the Midwest in Season 5. In this episode we head on two hikes in South Dakota, one where Jesse James the outlaw jumped into a river and the other where there's now a great farmers market located in the same park. Links from the episode: Palisades State Park: https://gfp.sd.gov/parks/detail...
Jun 06, 2022•17 min•Season 5Ep. 6
Welcome back to Season 5 of the Hashtag59 Podcast! Did you know we now have a Patreon Page? Become a member at www.Patreon.com/Hashtag59 Mike R & Jill G are sharing ways to experience outdoor adventures in the Midwest in Season 5. In this episode we visit four more Metro Parks in Central Ohio and share a bit about each along with Jill's quest to visit them all! Columbus Metro Parks Website: www.metroparks.net Thanks for listening to episode five of our Midwest Adventures during Season 5 of o...
May 31, 2022•16 min•Season 5Ep. 5
Welcome back to Season 5 of the Hashtag59 Podcast! In today's episode we continue our adventure ideas in the Midwest by heading out to some of the best hiking trails in the state of Ohio PLUS food to eat with it. Did you know we now have a Patreon Page? Become a member at www.Patreon.com/Hashtag59 Mike R & Jill G are sharing ways to experience outdoor adventures in the Midwest in Season 5. In this episode we cover Ohio's Only National Park, its only National Forest, a popular state park, a u...
May 16, 2022•25 min•Season 5Ep. 4
Welcome back to Season 5 of the Hashtag59 Podcast! In today's episode we continue our adventure ideas in the Midwest by going outside but then underground! We explore the Ohio Caverns in this episode. Did you know we now have a Patreon Page? Become a member at www.Patreon.com/Hashtag59 Mike R & Jill G are sharing ways to experience outdoor adventures in the Midwest in Season 5. In this episode we share about our visit to the Ohio Caverns and talk about some of our favorite cave experiences f...
Apr 25, 2022•20 min•Season 5Ep. 3
