In this podcast episode, the host interviews Elena Osborne, a veteran of the Heyduke, PCT, and Te Araroa trails, as well as a documentary filmmaker. Elena shares her grueling experiences on the Heyduke Trail, including challenges such as a flash flood danger that they wisely avoided, extreme weight loss over a 12-day stretch intended for 8, and intensive scrambling and bushwhacking. She also discusses her love for documenting her hikes, the process of creating her PCT documentary, and future projects. The conversation shifts to lighter topics, including Elena's fondness for peanut butter and the importance of storytelling in her life and work. The episode offers insights into the physical and mental demands of long-distance hiking, the joy of outdoor adventures, and the creative process behind documenting them. ⁠ ⁠Elina's YouTube Channel⁠⁠Elina's PCT Series ⁠⁠🚀 Free Adventure Planning Hub - Track Everything in 1 Place⁠⁠💥 My Recommended Outdoor Gear Lists⁠ 00:45 Introducing Elena Osborne: Trail Veteran and Filmmaker 01:32 Peanut Butter Preferences: A Crunchy Conversation 04:09 Exploring the Heyduke Trail: Challenges and Inspirations 10:51 The Filmmaking Journey: From YouTube to Traditional Media 17:04 Reflecting on Near-Death Experiences and Trail Wisdom 22:55 Future Trails and Personal Growth: From the PCT to Japan 27:39 The Evolution of Trail Documentation 28:58 The Art of Choosing: Thru-Hiking vs. Filmmaking 30:49 Exploring Diverse Outdoor Hobbies 33:29 The Craft of Storytelling in Adventure 34:12 Exclusive Offer: Outdoor Goals Notion Template 38:36 The Power of Journaling on the Trail 42:21 Reflecting on the Impact of the PCT Series 52:17 Navigating the Challenges and Rewards of Content Creation 01:00:18 Where to Find More Adventures and Stories --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chad-lubinski6/support