Tayson and Brigham from Outdoor Vitals join me to discuss how outdoor gear products are developed and brought to market. We talk about how fabrics are chosen, how ideas turn into samples, and how a product becomes something a customer is able to start using out on the trail. Check out Outdoor Vitals: http://www.outdoorvitals.com Thank you to Art Of The Trek for sponsoring this episode. http://www.artofthetrek.com...
Jan 03, 2022•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 38
Meghan and Lee from the company Food For Adventures join me to discuss nutrition and better meal planning for backpacking. We also spend time talking about Food For Adventures and how they are helping hikers plan better meals and prepare for their long distance hikes. Check out Food For Adventures: https://www.foodforadventures.com/ Thank you as always to Art Of The Trek for sponsoring the podcast. Check them out! http://www.artofthetrek.com...
Oct 22, 2021•53 min•Ep. 37
Jim Williams joins me to share his experience of almost losing his life while hiking Tower Peak in California. Jim recounts the events that took place and then shares some of the lessons learned from that experience. Check out Jim's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/c/LostAgainwithJim Thanks to Art Of The Trek for sponsoring this episode. http://www.artofthetrek.com...
Sep 09, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 36
Jeff "Legend" Garmire is an endurance athlete with an impressive resume of hiking accomplishments. Everything from a calendar year triple crown, setting FKT records on the Colorado Trail, Arizona Trail, and more and finishing the Cocodona 250 mile race. Jeff shares his experience of these various accomplishments and why he pushes himself through these experiences. You can find Jeff here: - http://freeoutside.com/ - http://backpackingroutes.com/ Check out Art Of The Trek: http://www.artofthetrek....
Aug 09, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 35
Andrew Baldwin, host of the Out N Back podcast, joins me on this episode to talk about his experience of Thru Hiking the AT and how his hike allowed him to work through some very dark times in his life. I want to thank Andrew for his time, sharing his experience and being honest about real struggles that many of us are working through every day. Check out the Out N Back Podcast here: https://www.gaiagps.com/outandback/ Jump onto Art Of The Trek and start adding new points of interest to the publ...
Apr 06, 2021•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 34
Justin Outdoors as he's known on YouTube joins me to discuss important tips around planning backpacking trips. -- Justin Outdoors: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSvT1uds0PVPJQWVnp4UN-A Thank you to Sawyer and Art Of The Trek for sponsoring this episode! Sawyer: http://www.sawyer.com Art Of The Trek: http://www.artofthetrek.com...
Feb 11, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 33
Amanda Outside joins me to share behind the scenes info on some of her favorite backpacking/camping meals and even shares some tips for new backpackers. You can see Amanda's blog and YouTube Channel in the links below! - Amanda Outside Blog: https://amandaoutside.com/ - Amanda Outside YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtQi5kHkuJ14FuZiyeJC7iQ Thanks to Art of the Trek and Sawyer for sponsoring this episode! - Art Of The Trek: http://www.artofthetrek.com - Sawyer: http://www.sawyer.com...
Jan 20, 2021•52 min•Ep. 32
We celebrate 1 year of the Backpacking Experience Podcast with this episode! Thank you for all your support the past year! Travis Avery from Sawyer joins me to talk about water filtration, insect repellents and giving back to developing countries to provide clean water! - Sawyer: http://www.sawyer.com - Application of Permethrin on dogs: https://sawyer.com/dogs-and-permethrin-insect-repellent/ - Sawyer Water Filters and Bug Repellents: https://bit.ly/2KmcS4N Thank you to Art Of The Trek for spon...
Dec 20, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 31
Imagine leaving everything you've been familiar with in your career and life at home, and leaving it all to travel full time in a truck and camper! That's what Catherine Gregory has done, and she joins me on this episode to talk about her travels and backpacking trips through the western United States! - Catherine Gregory on YouTube: https://bit.ly/2UvyTQ6 - Follow her on Instagram: @catgphoto Sawyer Water Filters: http://www.sawyer.com Art Of The Trek: http://www.artofthetrek.com...
Nov 16, 2020•53 min•Ep. 30
It was a treat to have my amazing wife join me on this episode. Katie shares her feelings about backpacking, being married to someone who lives and breathes the outdoors, and how the outdoors fits into our family lifestyle. Thank you to Sawyer for sponsoring this episode. Check out their amazing Picaridin lotion to keep the bugs away! - https://bit.ly/31Yyzh5 Want to plan backpacking trips for others and get paid for it? Become a route guide planner with Art Of The Trek! - Email Nicole for more ...
Oct 27, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 29
The Fall season is upon us and it's time to start thinking about backpacking in colder weather. This episode focuses on some tips for knowing what to expect with colder weather and how to prepare yourself and your gear for cold weather backpacking. Learn more about the Liberia Project from Sawyer! - https://international.sawyer.com/clean-water-for-all-of-liberia/ - Sawyer Water Filters and Bug Repellent: http://www.sawyer.com Learn about becoming a Route Guide Planner for Art Of The Trek! Email ...
Oct 01, 2020•34 min•Ep. 28
There are a lot of great trip planning and mapping apps available to use, but today we're talking with Art Of The Trek on how they are working to become a one stop shop for hikers and backpackers to plan better trips in the backcountry. Thank you to Nicole and Scott for taking time to share such detailed information about everything Art Of The Trek is providing through their website. - Art Of The Trek: http://www.artofthetrek.com - Buddies: http://www.buddies.artofthetrek.com - Email Nicole: Nic...
Sep 13, 2020•56 min•Ep. 27
Girl On A Hike aka Alicia Baker joins me on this episode to discuss her website Girlonahike.com and how she's helping others know how to hike/backpack with your dog. Alicia writes trail guides that are specific to Utah and where you can hike with your dog in Utah, but also shares info on how to, in general, hike with your dog. Check out Girl On A Hike: http://www.girlonahike.com The Yellow Dog Project: http://www.theyellowdogproject.com/USA_files/TYDP-8.5x11.jpg Follow Alicia on Instagram: http:...
Aug 11, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 26
When you head into the backcountry, do you consider the impact your visit has on an area? Do you make decisions on what or what not to do that will help keep an area clean? This is the discussion for this episode. Enjoy a conversation about how you can see your impact better and make decisions that follow Leave No Trace principles. Leave No Trace: http://www.lnt.org My solo trip that inspired this episode: https://youtu.be/OvrOul1e4FQ Follow me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/backcountrye...
Aug 01, 2020•28 min•Ep. 25
As a new backpacker do you remember being told certain things that ended up not being true? That's the goal of today's discussion. To break the myth and unpack the topic to understand where it came from. - Art Of The Trek: http://www.artofthetrek.com The Backpacking Experience is supported by the Backcountry Exposure YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/backcountryexposure
Jun 09, 2020•32 min•Ep. 24
Benny Braden (Plug It In) joins me to share his story about recovering and living with PTS as a long distance hiker. I am very grateful for Benny being so open and willing to share his story as a hiker and professional, as I hope it helps others who might be working through mental health challenges themselves and need some motivation in their life. Benny's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/plugitinhikes and his YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnKi9dSMX8xdpUXGlcnSZhQ In the e...
May 04, 2020•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 23
How are you giving back to the our public lands? That is the topic of today's episode. I originally had plans for this episode to go a little different, but as Darwin and I got into the conversation we focused on protecting public lands and becoming a steward of our public lands and wild spaces. This is a topic that I am very passionate about and appreciate Darwin sharing his perspective through the film he produced and just in general as consumers of outdoor recreation. We hope that this episod...
Apr 26, 2020•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 22
The Schill Brothers of Schill Brothers Outdoors on YouTube join me for an unscripted conversation about life in Ohio, backpacking chairs and more. Check out their YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3ezPxXE DON'T MISS THE OUTDOOR VITALS SATU PANT KICKSTARTER: https://satu-adventure-pants-comfort.kckb.st/bfd4d712 This episode is sponsored by Art Of The Trek. See the new Buddies feature here: http://www.buddies.artofthetrek.com...
Apr 20, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 21
A look into what it was like for Luke Pearsall to plan his 2020 PCT Thru Hike to then have it cancelled due to COVID-19. Luke shares what he's doing now, future plans and how the COVID-19 virus has affected the thru hiking community. This episode is sponsored by Outdoor Vitals. Check out their Kickstarter for their all new Satu Adventure Pants and Dragonwool Thermal system. Check out the Kickstarter here: https://satu-adventure-pants-comfort.kckb.st/bfd4d712 This episode is also sponsored by Art...
Apr 14, 2020•55 min•Ep. 20
Is backpacking the same as Disney World? Likely not, but Dan Becker joins the conversation today to talk about what it's like to live in the midwest and travel to Utah to go backpacking. I very much enjoyed having Dan on the podcast and recommend checking out his YouTube channel! - Dan's YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/2UItTbO Highline Film - Highline follows 5 hikers as they traverse a lesser known mountain range in Utah called the Uinta. Viewers will experience the adventures and challenges al...
Apr 05, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 19
Please follow local and state directives on being responsible with how you choose to enjoy the outdoors. Please do not put others at unnecessary risk to get your backcountry fix. This episode is simply focused on some basic ways you and I can still enjoy our outdoor passions while we navigate the COVID-19 situation. Get your FREE Outdoor Vitals UL Pillow here (Just pay shipping): https://tribe.outdoorvitals.com/pillow This episode is sponsored by Art Of The Trek: http://www.artofthetrek.com The ...
Mar 30, 2020•23 min•Ep. 18
This episode features an excerpt from the best selling book, Last Child In The Woods. https://amzn.to/39ggqvE Do you find it difficult to get your kids outside? This episode is all about why your kids need nature and some tips on how to make getting outside with your kids easier. This episode is sponsored by Outdoor Vitals. Get their ultralight backpacking pillow for FREE! Just pay shipping! https://tribe.outdoorvitals.com/pillow The Backpacking Experience is supported by the Backcountry Exposur...
Mar 24, 2020•44 min•Ep. 17
John Kelley who is the face of the JK is Hiking YouTube channel joins me for an informal conversation that's totally unscripted. We discuss everything from running a YouTube channel to camping with kids and training to hike in high elevations. Thanks John for hanging out and having a fun conversation! Be sure to check out JK's podcast, The Backpacking Podcast. Check out JK is Hiking on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChLmIlR2b8Bl0-F7u1vLYUQ This episode is sponsored by Art Of The Trek....
Mar 16, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 16
Got some questions for me to answer or want to just send a message? Use the voice message feature in Anchor to send a voice message to me for the podcast! http://www.anchor.fm/thebackpackingexperience/message This episode is the first Q&A of the Backpacking Experience. I take a few questions from a few listeners and backpacking YouTube friends of mine. We discuss everything from sleeping bags and quilts to bucket list type backpacking trips. Thank you to everyone that shared a question with ...
Mar 09, 2020•30 min•Ep. 15
Overwhelmed when it comes to knowing what tent is the best tent for backpacking? You're not alone! Was that a good sales pitch? Ha ha! But really, this episode is all about helping you know what goes into a tent design and how to help you know better how to choose a tent for backpacking. Email me: Backcountryexposure@gmail.com Follow me on Instagram: @backpackingexperiencepodcast or @backcountryexposure This episode is sponsored by Art Of The Trek: http://www.artofthetrek.com Here are a few link...
Mar 02, 2020•37 min•Ep. 14
This episode is the first episode featuring two guests in the same interview. Tayson and Dave from Outdoor Vitals join me to talk all things backpacking and running an outdoor, direct to consumer business. Tayson who is the founder of Outdoor Vitals shares what it's like to start a business and the process of how product goes from design to being manufactured. I had a great time talking with Dave and Tayson, and really enjoy what Outdoor Vitals is doing in the backpacking market. If you've not v...
Feb 24, 2020•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 13
If you're not familiar with the history and story of Altra Running, then grab yourself a drink and kick back. Brian Beckstead, Co-Founder of Altra Running joins the podcast to talk about how Altra started and how it has become a giant in the footwear industry today. Brian and I have known each other for many years, and enjoyed a short trip down memory lane in this episode. We talk about his background, and his passion for fly fishing as well. Huge thank you to Brian for coming onto the podcast t...
Feb 17, 2020•49 min
Luke Pearsall joins the podcast to discuss how he went from working in Hollywood, building his resume in the film industry, to preparing to hike the PCT. Luke is a professional adventure photographer and shares in this episode some of his life story about how he ended up working in Hollywood, becoming an adventure guide, walking the Camino de Santiago, to now preparing to hike the PCT. Follow Luke on Instagram: @lukepearsallphoto This episode is sponsored by Art Of The Trek: http://www.artofthet...
Feb 10, 2020•59 min•Ep. 11
UGQ Outdoor is a cottage company based in Jackson, MI. "Founded in 2011 we are a small cottage company dedicated to making some of the lightest and highest quality gear in the world. Our commitment to customer service, quality, and design has made UGQ one of the most respected brands in the ultralight community. Every piece of gear is made by our small team of highly invested individuals providing a level of attention to detail not found in other brands. Whether you need the lightest gear availa...
Feb 03, 2020•44 min•Ep. 10
For most of human history, we lived in wild places. Ten days. Five friends. One trek across Utah's Uinta Highline Trail. Watch as the ancient history of the trail is woven together with the personal history of each of the hikers as they get back in touch with the world, and each other. This is the topic of today's episode, as I sit down with Chris Smead, Producer, Cameraman, Director and straight up rad dude, to talk about the filming and hiking of the Uinta Highline Trail. The Uinta Highline Tr...
Jan 27, 2020•56 min•Ep. 9
