In this episode we unpack American Transcendentalist Philosopher and Abolitionist Henry David Thoreau's essay "Walking" from 1851.

The essay explores...

-Why English Literature is lacking the passion and wildness found in Mythology

-Why a person's ignorance is sometimes not only useful, but beautiful

-How to go on walks in the spirit of undying adventure

Link to Reading

"Walking" by Henry David Thoreau

**note** reading is not required to enjoy the episode!

Host: Zach Stehura UnpackingIdeas.com

Guest: Stephen Aldrich  Backpackmap.com (a free online resource for planning your next backpacking adventure)

Theme Music: Polyenso listen here