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How to Train for Hiking at Altitude
Episode 196
Kit interviews Certified Personal Trainer and Coach, Becki Rupp of Trailblazer Wellness about what we need to know, and how to prepare for our big mountain adventures.
We discuss:
Altitude or Mounta…Published on 2 months, 4 weeks ago
Camping Tent vs Tarp Pros and Cons
Episode 194
Deciding whether to purchase a tent or tarp when you camp is one of your more important (and costly) gear decisions. There are ten important considerations for determining whether a tent or a tarp i…
Published on 3 months ago
Hiking Gear : Choosing the Right Hiking Footwear for Your Adventures
Episode 193
Learn how to choose between hiking boots, hiking shoes and trail runners for your feet and adventures on today's show. Gear is expensive and if your feet aren't happy, you won't be happy. So get ti…
Published on 3 months, 1 week ago
Camper's Gear Guide to Choosing your Sleep System : Sleeping Bag, Pad and Liner
Episode 192
Learn what features to look for before you buy a sleeping bag, sleeping pad and sleeping bag liner. Discover how to maintain your gear to extend its life. You will get tips on buying camping gear for…
Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago
Adventures in Utah's Mighty 5 National Parks
Episode 191
Discover the extraordinary red rock canyons, unbelievable arches and other unique landscapes of Utah's "Mighty 5" National Parks!
We visit Arches, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, Bryce Canyon and Zion Nat…
Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago
Choosing a Portable Water Filtration System for Your Outdoor Adventures
Episode 190
Don't get sick! Learn the different ways to purify any source of water on today's show with a portable water filter system. You'll learn the different chemical and mechanical means of purifying lak…
Published on 4 months ago
How to Choose, Fit and Pack Your Backpack
Episode 189
Backpacks can be your most expensive gear choice so choose wisely to get the backpack that is best for your body and budget. Learn how to fit a backpack and just as important, how to properly pack i…
Published on 4 months, 1 week ago
Wilderness Emergency Backpack and Day Pack Survival Kit
Episode 188
Emergencies can happen while you are in the wilderness. Improve your odds of getting back home safely and with minimal discomfort by packing an emergency backpack kit. You can adapt your basic kit t…
Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago
Outdoor Etiquette & Leave no Trace Principles
Learn the unspoken 'rules' and proper manners of the wild on today's show so that you can minimize your impact on the environment and leave the world a better place.
Complete Show Notes HERE
There ar…
Published on 4 months, 3 weeks ago
Slovenia Hike, Bike & Kayak Adventure
Episode 186
We explore Slovenia’s Triglav National Park region and visit Lake Bled and Lake Bohinj on one of Kit's favorite European adventures!
We hike the base area of the Julian Alps from Kranjska Gora. We…
Published on 5 months ago