Almost There Adventure Podcast

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July 14, 2020Episode 16: Riffin' with Griff, Super Nature Nerd
In this episode, redwoods, snake fear, break dancing, and how to be a better steward of the outdoors. We talk with John “Griff” Griffith, wildlife conservationist, host of Animal Planets ‘Wild Jobs’ and all-around super nature nerd.
Show Notes
00:35 – Jason launches his photo website and visits the redwoods, backpacks in the Trinity Alps, and has his scariest wildlife encounter.
09:32 – Saveria and the Adventurus Women workshops, and what it’s like to get outdoors and travel during a pandemic.
11:39 – Jeff goes camping and gets his dogs “trail-ready.”
18:55 – Introducing Griff, the natural and cultural resource interpreter at Humboldt Redwoods State Park.
21:25 – The importance of protected natural areas for recreation, biodiversity and more.
24:09 – Laura Mahan, her role in saving the redwoods, and why she would be Griff’s first tattoo.
30:00 – Why adventurers experience the present moment better than most (mediation + locomotion), which positions them to better understand our connections with nature.
35:30 – Avoiding the “terminal experience” in nature.
40:30 – The story behind the Boss Dances Like a Boss video.
47:35 – Wild Jobs on Animal Planet (you can watch it online).
49:36 – How hard it is to get bitten by a rattlesnake, and Griff’s theory about snake fear.
52:09 – What can someone do to get into a dream job like Griff?
Mentioned in this Episode
Jason has launched his photo website: Fitztography.net
AdventurUs Women
Humboldt Redwoods State Park
Trinity Alps Wilderness
Laura Mahan
Boss Dances Like a Boss – YouTube
iNaturalist – great, free app for identifying plants and participating in citizen science.
Wild Jobs on Animal Planet
National Association for Interpretation
California Naturalist Program on Facebook
Find Griff on Facebook
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Our Co-hosts
Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject
Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen web: AdventurUsWomen.com
Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker web: SoCalHiker.net
Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.
The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.
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June 30, 2020Episode 15: Michael Kelley, Outriggers, the Brad Pitt of Korea, and ‘Sup
In this episode, outriggers, the Brad Pitt of Korea and SUP. We speak with Michael Kelley, REI instructor, outrigger canoe and stand-up paddle board racer.
Show Notes
00:36 – Introductions
4:00 – How Michael first got started in racing outrigger canoes
5:31 – Individual and team seasons
10:30 – How SUP compares to outrigger canoeing
12:07 – What kind of experience you need to get into outrigger canoeing?
20:18 – The dynamics and size of the typical outrigger club
24:15 – Surfing, SUP, outrigger canoeing… what other sports are you involved in?
26:54 – Wildlife encounters in the water
29:52 – Safety protocols on longer outrigger canoe paddles
31:09 – Instruction and guiding
35:30 – Backpacking the Trans-Catalina Trail
40:40 – Surfing coach to the “Brad Pitt of Korea”
48:05 – Competitive cycling in Europe
56:26 – The joy of teaching
Mentioned in this Episode
Find Michael on Instagram @mkelleydesign
Michael’s website, SUP Coach.net
Marina Outrigger Canoe Club
SCORA (SoCal Outrigger Racing Association)
Pialolo Challenge (race from Maui to Molokai)
Trans-Catalina Trail
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Our Co-hosts
Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject
Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen web: AdventurUsWomen.com
Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker web: SoCalHiker.net
Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.
The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.
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June 16, 2020Episode 14: Casey Schreiner and the Joy of Local Hikes
In this episode, Griffith Park, mountain lions, blogs, Lyme disease, and the benefits of local hiking. We’re talking with Casey Schreiner, Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Modern Hiker and author of LA Times bestseller ‘Discovering Griffith Park.’
Show Notes
01:00 – What is Modern Hiker how did it get started?
03:50 – First book: ‘Day Hiking Los Angeles’
08:00 – What makes Griffith Park a special place
14:50 – Mountain lions, rattlesnakes and other wildlife of Griffith Park
16:50 – Personal highlights of Griffith Park
20:10 – The “best” way to hike to the Hollywood Sign
24:06 – Did you ever imagine that hiking would be a big part of your identity?
26:00 – Advocacy for the outdoors vs social shaming
34:39 – ‘Lost LA’ history show on KCET, and the “Untold History of Griffith Park”
36:25 – Getting caught in the big earthquake in Nepal
39:13 – Favorite international hike
40:45 – The joy and benefits of local hikes and parks
45:30 – The best ways to find local parks and trails
Mentioned in this Episode
Modern Hiker
Day Hiking Los Angeles
Discovering Griffith Park
Lost LA – The Untold History of Griffith Park
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Our Co-hosts
Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject
Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen web: AdventurUsWomen.com
Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker web: SoCalHiker.net
Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.
The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.
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53min
June 02, 2020Episode 13: Aar Jay Soria and the Fool’s Traverse
In this episode, fools, tunes, traverses, and the power of beer. We talk to Ricardo “Aar Jay” Soria, trail runner, hiker, peak bagger and organizer of the “Fool’s Traverse.”
The initial interview was recorded pre-pandemic, so we did a follow-up chat with him to learn how the Fool’s Traverse and his own adventure plans have been impacted by COVID-19, that appears on after the initial interview.
Show Notes
00:30 – A note about this critical time in history. Do something to end racism.
05:14 – As trails reopen, be sure to #RecreateResponsibly
06:10 – Introducing Aar Jay Soria
07:26 – The Fool’s Traverse
14:00 – How Aar Jay got started with trail running
17:13 – TRVRS Outdoors
23:17 – What’s next for Aar Jay?
27:35 – Aar Jay gives Jeff advice on preparing for the Fool’s Traverse
33:16 – Where to find Aar Jay online
34:05 – Follow-up with Aar Jay
35:00 – Impact on the Fool’s Traverse
38:00 – Physical distancing on the trail
40:05 – Training with limited access to trails
42:38 – Aar Jay’s trail running playlist
Mentioned in this Episode
RecreateResponsibly.org
Fool’s Traverse
TRVRS Outdoors
Aar Jay’s Top Ten Outdoor Songs (Spotify)
Kodiak 50
Grand Canyon R2R2R
Sierra High Route
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Our Co-hosts
Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject
Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen web: AdventurUsWomen.com
Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker web: SoCalHiker.net
Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.
The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.
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48min
May 19, 2020Episode 12: National Trails Day – Time to Celebrate Trails
The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.
The first Saturday in June is National Trails Day, and in Episode 12, we talk with Kate Van Waes, Executive Director of the American Hiking Society plus AHS Ambassador and long-trail hiking extraordinaire Liz Thomas. This show is all about celebrating those trails of all types, including The Trail Next Door, the really long thru-hikes, and even urban trails.
Show Notes
00:30 – Kate Van Waes, Executive Director of the American Hiking Society
01:08 – A bit of background on National Trails Day
05:00 – National Trails Day during a global pandemic
14:37 – LNT reminder as trails reopen
15:42 – Reaching and educating new hikers
20:26 – Microadventures count, too!
21:22 – How Kate got into hiking and camping
28:07 – When is National Trails Day, and where you can learn more
29:48 – Liz Thomas, ultra-hiking machine and urban thru-hiking pioneer
30:27 – How Liz got into hiking
31:30 – Encouraging women to solo hike
32:25 – How do you define a “long” trail?
34:35 – Liz’ FKT on the Appalachian Trail
35:26 – What are some of Liz’ essential gear items?
36:09 – Treeline Review
41:23 – How Liz keeps her gear organized
41:39 – Urban thru-hiking
50:00 – Waterfalls in Southern California
54:35 – Advice for getting ready to thru-hike the Pacific Crest Trail
57:36 – Zero Days on long trails
62:16 – Trail magic
68:08 – Advice for thru-hikers not doing that big trail this year
Mentioned in this Episode
American Hiking Society
Treeline Review
Inman 300
Liz Thomas Hiking
Hiking Waterfalls Southern California
Backpacker Long Trails: Mastering the Art of the Thru-Hike
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Our Co-hosts
Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject
Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen web: AdventurUsWomen.com
Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker web: SoCalHiker.net
Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.
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May 05, 2020Episode 11: PB of Opus Orange & LA River Camp Coffee
The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.
Way back before all of the current coronavirus festivities (remember back then?) we met up with PB of Opus Orange in his studio to talk about music and the outdoors, and share a few tunes. Next, we joined the coffee aficionados of LA River Camp Coffee to do a blind taste test of backcountry coffee.
Show Notes
01:00 – PB from Opus Orange performs Out of the Shadows (which appeared in MILE…MILE & A HALF)
04:48 – How Jason and PB met
05:25 – How does the outdoors inspire your music?
07:16 – When did you get started getting into the outdoors?
08:16 – When did you start playing music?
11:43 – Writing music for television and film
16:00 – Meet Durand in SoCal and backpacking the Lost Coast Trail
18:31 – Making music in the outdoors
20:14 – How the idea for the EP Outside In was born
21:52 – Artificial Heart from the EP Outside In
29:49 – Diving Bell
36:40 – Live, stripped down performance of Radio Silence from the Anatomic LP
43:10 – Blind taste test of backcountry coffee with LA River Camp Coffee
55:04 – Stephen nails the blind taste test
55:25 – Favorite? Kuju
Mentioned in this Episode
Opus Orange
MILE…MILE & A HALF
The Lost Coast Trail
Making Outside In
#larivercampcoffee
Errin Vasquez – started LA River Camp Coffee in 2014
Alpine Start
Starbucks Via
Joe Coffee Company Instant Coffee
Voilà Specialty Instant Coffee
Kuju Coffee – Camp Coffee fave
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Our Co-hosts
Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject
Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen web: AdventurUsWomen.com
Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker web: SoCalHiker.net
Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.
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59min
April 21, 2020Episode 10: Epic Thru-Hikes with Airborne
The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.
Ever wonder what it’s like to hike a really long hike? Maybe the Pacific Crest Trail isn’t long enough? In this episode we talk to Jon Schwartze, aka Airborne about really long distance hiking, with a follow-up interview on hiking in the age of Coronavirus.
Show Notes
01:15 – Introducing Jon Schwarze (Airborne)
01:35 – Yo-yo hike of the Pacific Crest Trail in 2018 (5,300 miles)
02:05 – Hoka One One Challenger ATR shoes
02:25 – T-Rex syndrome
03:45 – Battling the caloric deficit
05:18 – How did you become a thru-hiker?
08:32 – Hypothermia in the Sierra Nevada mountains
10:28 – Finishing the PCT yo-yo and adjusting to life at home
13:05 – The Great Western Loop (7,000+ miles)
16:02 – Training for a super-long thru-hike
17:09 – Planning an “encore”
18:45 – The one piece of gear that you would never go without
21:13 – Other types of adventures
23:18 – April 2020 update from Airborne off the Great Western Loop
25:37 – The shock of coming off trail to a world changed by pandemic
37:12 – Plans to get back out on the trail?
39:08 – What do you do to stay positive and motivated?
42:30 – Hiking out to civilization and a ride home (safely)
47:43 – Threats of getting shot
50:27 – How far did you get on the Great Western Loop?
Mentioned in this Episode
Follow Jon Schwarze on Instagram
Great Western Loop – Andrew Skurka
Thru-hiker lingo
Superior Wilderness Designs
onX Hunt App
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Our Co-hosts
Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject
Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen web: AdventurUsWomen.com
Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker web: SoCalHiker.net
Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.
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58min
April 07, 2020Episode 9: The Wonderland Trail
The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.
This episode is all about the Wonderland Trail, a 93-mile loop around Mount Rainier. We get three different perspectives on the trek, including a discussion with co-hosts Jason, Jeff and their friend Derek who hiked it over 13 days, Mac from Halfway Anywhere who hiked it in three days, and Paulina from Little Grunts who had a less-than-stellar experience with the Pacific Northwest weather.
Show Notes
1:40 – Derek Loranger, Jason and Jeff and 13 days on the Wonderland Trail
3:40 – Failing at the permit lottery and getting walk-in permits
4:45 – The mindset of thru-hiking
7:30 – A brutal Day Two
9:00 – Getting prime campsites on the second half
10:50 – Tips and tricks for staying dry in the rainy PNW (or trying to)
14:30 – What surprised you about the Wonderland Trail?
16:25 – How Jeff, Jason and Derek met
20:14 – A low moment at Dick Creek
22:34 – Keeping in touch with family while thru-hiking
24:22 – Highlights of the Wonderland Trail
Impromptu birthday party at Summerland
Swimming in the lakes
Those views!
Cheeseburgers at Sunrise
28:30 – Burger Bench, and what post-hike burger do you crave?
29:01 – What advice would you give someone who wants to hike the Wonderland Trail?
33:10 – Introductions with Mac (Halfway Anywhere) & Paulina Dao (Little Grunts)
36:00 – Mac’s experience hiking the Wonderland Trail without a permit (legally)
39:40 – Paulina’s 10-day Wonderland Trail plan
41:26 – Making the decision to bail
48:59 – What got you into backpacking?
52:20 – Future plans: The Great Divide Trail in 2021
Mentioned in this Episode
100 Peaks – Derek’s hiking blog
Burger Bench – Derek’s burger shop in Escondido, CA
SoCalHiker.net – 13 Days on the Wonderland Trail
Six-Pack of Peaks Challenge
Halfway Anywhere – Mac’s hiking blog
Little Grunts – Paulina’s blog
The Great Divide Trail
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Our Co-hosts
Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject
Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen web: AdventurUsWomen.com
Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker web: SoCalHiker.net
Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.
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58min
March 26, 2020Episode 8: COVID-10 vs Outdoor Adventure
The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.
In this special episode we talk about the impact of COVID-19 on our outdoor adventures and hear from some friends with their advice for fueling the stoke for the outdoors, while stuck at home.
Recorded Monday, March 23rd.
Show Notes
04:24 – Saveria gets chased by a coyote in her neighborhood
07:00 – Adjusting to working from home
08:45 – Guidelines for hiking while “Staying-at-Home”
15:30 – Hiking, climbing, backpacking are non-essential
17:06 – What are the “safe” alternatives for physical and mental fitness?
19:44 – Staying socially connected while maintaining physical distance
21:35 – Activities you can do while hunkered down
28:43 – Have you “panic bought” anything?
33:57 – More ideas for fueling the stoke while staying home
34:20 – Solo Yolo – moderator of two large Facebook groups: Backpacking and California Hiking & Backpacking
35:53 – Karla Amador, co-founder of the 52 Hike Challenge
37:33 – Casey Schreiner, founder of Modern Hiker
38:36 – Adam Buchanan, social media marketing consultant
39:44 – Chris Sunnen, The Last Adventurer
40:55 – Final thoughts
Mentioned in this Episode
Hiking in the Time of COVID-19 – article on SoCalHiker.net
Social Distancing in Parks and Trails
Your Pacific Crest Trail Thru-hike is Cancelled – HalfwayAnywhere.com
“Press Pause” on your Challenge
Micro-adventures
Citizen Science
Bird Life-list
Backpacking – Facebook Group
California Hiking & Backpacking – Facebook Group
52 Hike Challenge
Modern Hiker
Solo Stove
The Last Adventurer
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Our Co-hosts
Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject
Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen web: AdventurUsWomen.com
Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker web: SoCalHiker.net
Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.
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44min
March 23, 2020Episode 7: Jennifer Scism of Good To-Go
The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.
In this episode we sit down with Jennifer Scism, graduate of The French Culinary Institute in Manhattan, professional chef, restauranteur, backpacker, and co-founder of Good To-Go, the Maine-based company known for their tasty dehydrated meals.
Show Notes
00:38 – In this episode
01:05 – Who is Jen Scism?
03:00 – Learning the lingo of Maine
04:24 – How Good To-Go got started
06:20 – Initial start-up challenges
09:54 – But how does it taste at home?
13:29 – How many different meals are available?
14:25 – Work/life balance
15:40 – How Jen got started exploring the outdoors
17:03 – Meals that didn’t (or can’t) make it to market
19:50 – What makes Good To-Go meals different?
23:44 – Advice for entrepreneurs
25:55 – Jen’s favorites
27:02 – The “truly” double-serving meal
31:05 – What’s for dinner… and research
34:56 – Taste testing Good To-Go meals with Casey Schreiner from Modern Hiker
48:35 – Special message from Saveria and AdventurUs Women
Mentioned in this Episode
Good To-Go Dehydrated Camping Meals & Backpacking Food
Learn more about Jennifer Scism
Granite Backcountry Alliance
Our Good To-Go taste test meals
Kale and White Bean Stew
New England Corn Chowdah
Chicken Gumbo
Mexican Quinoa Bowl – our favorite
Guest taster - Casey Shreiner of Modern Hiker
AdventurUs Women
@AdventurUsWomen
AdventurUs Women Escapes
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Our Co-hosts
Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject
Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen web: AdventurUsWomen.com
Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker web: SoCalHiker.net
Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.
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51min

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