Episode Details

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio, presented by The Trek, we are joined by Erik Schlimmer. Erik might be the hiker's edition of Forest Gump, in that he's somehow squeezed five lifetimes worth of events into his four plus decades on this earth. If you're a fan of the Adirondack, you are in luck, because Erik is not only one of the most experienced hikers in this region, but also a historian of the range at large. We also learn all about toponyms, including, what that word means, and he offers some truly fascinating examples. Erik also shares about his time as a Coach on the show MTV Made, his time as a paratrooper, and his thriving career as a bird catcher. Prepare to be filled with entertainment and knowledge.

We also dive into the history of peak bagging in the northeast, introduce a new segment- Fox News, learn about ultralight vibrators, how to ask an employer for time off to thru-hike, and wrap it up with a listener poop story. Also, at the top of the show, Badger offers his two cents on the latest with the Coronavirus pandemic and how it relates to thru-hikers.

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• Erik Schlimmer
  • Personal Instagram
  • Trans Adirondack Route Instagram
  • Trans-Adirondack Route Website
  • Beechwood Books
  • The Trek Articles
• Save 10% at Greenbelly.co by using code "TREK2020" at checkout.
• Save 15% at Gossamergear.com by using code "ATDRINK15" at checkout.
• Save 10% at AppalachianGearCompany.com by using code "BACKPACKERRAD10" at checkout.
• Hikerlink!
• QOTD: What is something you are terrible at but wish you could do well?
• Interview with Erik Schlimmer
• Intro Song: Walking Slow by Animal Years
• Intro beats: Pauly Boy Shallcross
• Check out Trail Correspondents
• Check out The Attempt!

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00:00:00 - Erik Schlimmer Intro

00:00:55 - Gossamer Gear discount code: ATDRINK15 for 15% off

00:02:10 - Green Belly discount code: trek2020 for 15% off

00:04:08 - Hikerlink is out!

00:05:30 - QOTD: What is something you are terrible at but wish you could do well