2 Sisters on Adventures

Molly and Carrie complete the first half of their second day on the loop around Oregon’s Three Sisters. They review a new type of coffee they tried on trail and marvel in the volcanic scenery. They notice an interesting method of carrying supplies on trail and recount some of their favorite views that day.

Tune in next week for the second half of day two!

Carrie and Molly hit the trail hoping to put in a long day with an afternoon start. They discuss what it is like to hike through this volcanic region and cover water sources for northern portion of the loop. The sisters reflect on the beauty of the Obsidian Wilderness. Molly and Carrie reveal their tried and true first-day backpacking food hack. They enjoy alpineglow on the South Sister and night hiking by moonlight. A perfect ending to the perfect day on trail has to include a slice of cake, right?

In this replay episode originally released 7/1/2025, Carrie and Molly answer this question by delving into their experiences as new backpackers. They discuss their biggest barriers when transitioning from day hikers to backpackers. The girls talk about the five items they purchased to begin backpacking and the root of Molly’s biggest backpacking fear. They discuss how they prepared for their first backpacking trip and what pushed them to take that first trip. They discuss food storage, tips for new backpackers, and how they moved past one of their biggest backpacking fears.

If you enjoyed this episode, check out the rest of this series by searching “How to Start Backpacking.”

Join Molly and Carrie as they select their next backpacking trip—the Three Sisters Loop. Hear about their considerations for selecting this trail and the best time to go. Their backpacking trip is nearly derailed on the way there—and will they go to the Olympics? Tune in for a series we’re excited to share!

Carrie and Molly make use of their last morning in the Beartooths by completing a small off trail mission to a high point near their campsite. They find a good lake for swimming, but must keep moving to avoid being a mosquito’s meal. They visit with a group riding horseback and find themselves in an unintentional foot race with horses. Who will win? The girls learn about an animal which had been near their camp the night before, unknown to them. The girls leave you with a song recommendation that boasts a 100% bear deterrent success rate. Enjoy Montana’s backcountry with us!

Carrie and Molly awake to a sunny morning on Montana’s beaten path. The morning is made even more delightful by pop tart surprisey time in a bug free zone. They make decisions about their route and describe a stunning lake along the trail. The sisters reflect on their appreciation of out and back trails and swim at Dewey Lake as clouds gather. At their camp site, they watch “ice bergs” float in fossil lake and experience a strange animal encounter.

Today on the podcast—we travel The Beaten Path in Montana and experience the wild and scenic rivers of this trail. We talk about conditions that keep us in versus out of our tents, creek crossings, beating back bugs, and the never ending beauty of the Beartooth Mountains.

Carrie and Molly pivot between options in Montana’s Beartooth range due to weather conditions. The sisters make the trek over Beartooth Pass and arrive at Clark’s Fork to take in the rugged beauty of the Beaten Path Trail. Everything is going great until the sisters realize they cannot outrun the hungry mosquitos inhabiting the high alpine lakes of the Absaroka-Beartooth wilderness. Join us as we experience this beautiful and wild place!

Join Carrie and Molly on this replay episode from their 2024 series as they recap their 5th day on the Wonderland Trail. The more time goes by, the more the sisters look back at this being perhaps the best backpacking trip they’ve ever done!

The cool morning begins with Molly discovering an unpleasant surprise. The girls set out and are thankful to find a small water source before beginning a long, dry stretch of trail. The girls contemplate a “universal truth” which occurs whenever you haven’t seen a person a trail all day. They ascend into the clouds, facing some unfortunate realities when they get cell service. Forging on, the sisters admire the beauty of Indian Bar in the fall. Molly is reminded of the importance of paying attention to the trail, and is left with a bloody knee. That evening’s menu includes hot electrolytes and the return of Rachel’s fateful chocolate cheesecake.

If you enjoy this episode, search “Wonderland Trail around Mount Rainier” for the full series.

On a beautiful morning at Colchuck Lake, Rachel notices something strange in the water. A goat wanders through camp, the trip back is easier for a surprising reason, upon arriving at the car, something unexpected awaits. Misadventures abound as members of the group try to make their flights. We wrap up the series in this episode you won’t want to miss!