Host Shannon McCormick is back on the mic with a big ole hello and stories from her hiatus.

Sierra Club leader Pat McKusky also returns to the show in Part II of the interview featured in Episode 27. Pat breaks down the need-to-know rules of trail etiquette while explaining when and why they make sense. Pat and Shannon also discuss what's next after the Wilderness Travel Course, including skills, experience trips, programs, and keeping close with fellow classmates.

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Music in the episode is produced by BigBouncyBright, purchased via AudioJungle.