The Thru-Hiking Podcast

198. Chris Townsend On Outdoor Photography, Becoming An Author, & Tips For Success In All Aspects Of Outdoor Documentation For Thru-Hikers & Backpackers


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Backpacking & thru-hiking legend Chris Townsend joins us on the podcast to talk about his best tips for trail photography and for writing in the outdoor space. He's hiked 30,000+ miles around the world on the Pacific Crest Trail, Continental Divide Trail, Pacific Northwest Trail, Arizona Trail, and more.


You can learn more about Chris in ⁠Episode #180⁠ and Episode #195 of this podcast.


Chris has 30,000 miles of hiking experience, has written 30+ books on the subject, & is also an outdoor photographer (just take a look at ⁠his website⁠!). This jam-packed episode is perfect for new and experienced hikers alike, as well as aspiring authors and outdoor photographers.


In this episode, you'll learn about:

1. His best tips for on-trail photography

2. The top lightweight and effective equipment he uses

3. Tips on writing in the outdoor space, thoughts for first time authors, and much more!


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