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- Ep. 43 - Bringing Back The Prairie: With The Nature Conservancy's Trevor Edmonson!
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This week on Busted Knees and Pretty Trees, we sit down with The Nature Conservancy's very own Trevor Edmonson, to explore the wild and wonderful world of Kankakee Sands! From managing a thriving bison herd to restoring 8,400 acres of prairie once lost to the plow, Trevor shares the triumphs and trials of bringing biodiversity back to Indiana. We talk prescribed burns, rare insects, and the incredible return of wildlife to this reborn landscape. Tune in and get inspired by the power of conservation in action!
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Listen: Spotify / Apple Podcasts / Amazon Music / iHeartRadio / YouTube1 hr 39 min - Ep. 42 - From River to Rocks: Au Sable Adventures & Charlevoix Finds!
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Join Brad and Paddy as they relive their epic 125 mile thru-paddle of Michigan’s legendary Au Sable River—"ponds", rain, and riverside camping included! Meanwhile, Travy J discovers absolute rock hounding heaven on the shores of Lake Michigan and strikes rock gold with a rare Petosky stone find! Plus, the News Panther prowls in with the latest wild tales from the backcountry. Don’t miss this river-soaked, stone-cold episode of Busted Knees and Pretty Trees!
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Listen: Spotify / Apple Podcasts / Amazon Music / iHeartRadio / YouTube1 hr 7 min - Ep. 41 - Top 3 Pieces of Gear (Not Core 3)
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This week, Paddy, Travy, and Brad break down their Top 3 Favorite Pieces of Gear, that aren’t the Core Three. From trusty trail hacks to underrated essentials, these are the items we never leave behind. Lightweight, weird, or just plain awesome, we're giving them the love they deserve.
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Listen: Spotify / Apple Podcasts / Amazon Music / iHeartRadio / YouTube1 hr 13 min - Ep. 40 - Season Four Wrap Up!
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We’ve hiked the miles, seen the birds, swapped the gear, and now it’s time to look back on everything Season 4! In this special recap episode, Paddy, Travy, and Brad gather around the mic to reflect on the wildest stories, best guests, and favorite moments from the trail. From muddy misadventures to deep conversations under the canopy, we’re covering it all — the laughs, the lessons, and the low-key chaos that made this season one of our best yet. And to help us wrap it all up, Birdman Chad Fitzpatrick returns to the studio with his signature bird knowledge and rad charm. If you’ve followed us this far, you won’t want to miss this sendoff. And if you’re new? It’s the perfect trailhead.
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Listen: Spotify / Apple Podcasts / Amazon Music / iHeartRadio / YouTube1 hr 8 min - Ep. 39 - The Birdman Cometh....Againeth!
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The Busted Knees and Pretty Trees crew is back at it and guess who’s joining the flock? That’s right, The Birdman himself, Chad Fitzpatrick is back in the nest! This week, Travy, Paddy, and Brad spread their wings with Chad to chat all things spring migration, dive into the ethics of birding, explore the meditative magic of the sit spot, and take some unexpected turns through the canopy. Whether you're a hardcore birder or just like weird bird sounds and good conversation, this episode is a whole migration’s worth of fun, feathers, and field notes!
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Listen: Spotify / Apple Podcasts / Amazon Music / iHeartRadio / YouTube1 hr 35 min - Ep. 38 - We Talkin Electronics... on the Trail!
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This week, Paddy, Brad, and Travy crack open the gear bag and focus on the tech that tags along—electronic gear on trail. Power banks, headlamps, GPS gadgets, and the devices we love (or love to hate) when the wilderness gets wired!
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Listen: Spotify / Apple Podcasts / Amazon Music / iHeartRadio / YouTube1 hr 9 min - Ep. 37 - National Parks Trivia w/ Mr. Corey Gaudette!
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This week on Busted Knees & Pretty Trees, the guys welcome the one and only Mr. Corey Gaudette for a fun, funny, and slightly chaotic round of National Parks Trivia. Who’s got the park smarts and who totally blows it? You’ll have to listen to find out. Plus, the News Panther is back with a couple of wild stories you definitely don’t want to miss.
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Listen: Spotify / Apple Podcasts / Amazon Music / iHeartRadio / YouTube1 hr 4 min - Ep. 36 - John Chapman: The Myth And The Legend
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This week on Busted Knees and Pretty Trees, Travy J. peels back the legend of Johnny Appleseed, or should we say John Chapman? Was he really just a barefoot wanderer planting apple trees? Or is there more fruit to the story? Join us as we dig into the myths, the man and the mysticism behind one of America's strangest folk heroes.
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Listen: Spotify / Apple Podcasts / Amazon Music / iHeartRadio / YouTube1 hr 4 min - Ep. 35 - Backpacking Gear Accessories!
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This week on Busted Knees and Pretty Trees, Paddy, Travy, and Brad dive deep into all things backpacking gear accessories! From the lightest packs to the weirdest gadgets you never knew you needed, the guys break it all down with their usual banter, honest takes, and trail-tested wisdom!
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Listen: Spotify / Apple Podcasts / Amazon Music / iHeartRadio / YouTube1 hr 5 min - Ep. 34 - We Took a Trip!
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Join Paddy, Travy, and Brad as they dive into their latest adventures—from the birding bonanza at the Biggest Week in American Birding in Ohio to the unforgettable chaos and camaraderie of Trail Days 2025 in Virginia. Birds, trails, laughs, and stories you don’t want to miss. Hit play and come along for the ride!
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About Busted Knees & Pretty Trees
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If your idea of a good day includes a worn-out trail, a quiet campsite, or a paddle cutting through still water, then you've found your podcast!
Welcome to Busted Knees & Pretty Trees, a…
podcast dedicated to the outdoors, conservation, and the adventures that keep us coming back to nature.
Join me as I explore hiking, backpacking, kayaking, camping, outdoor gear, conservation issues, public lands, and the wild places that make life better. Some episodes are trail stories and lessons learned from time spent outside. Others dive into gear, outdoor skills, conservation challenges, and the people working to protect the landscapes we love.
Along the way, I'll occasionally sit down with guests from across the conservation and outdoor recreation community to bring new perspectives and experiences to the conversation.
Whether you're planning your next backpacking trip, researching gear, looking for conservation news, or simply daydreaming about your next adventure, there's something here for you.
Available on all major platforms. Subscribe now and join us on the trail.