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Dreaming of your next big hiking challenge? In this episode, Crystal and Joe welcome Darrow Kirkpatrick — retired financial writer, seasoned adventurer, and author of Two Sticks, One Path. Darrow takes us along his trek across the Colorado Trail, sharing lessons that will inspire your own outdoor adventures, whether you’re planning a weekend hike or a multi-week expedition.
From practical packing strategies to mindset shifts that keep you moving when the trail gets tough, you’ll walk away with tools to make your next hike safer, lighter, and more rewarding. We’ll explore how to prepare your body for long-distance trekking, choose gear that works for you (not against you), and stay safe when wildlife or weather take an unexpected turn.
You’ll also hear the story behind a near-moose encounter, what the Colorado Trail taught Darrow about resilience, and how his “Gear of the Day” pick could change the way you pack forever.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
You'll find Darrow's photos and more at TrailMemoir.com (specifically THIS LINK)
You'll find Darrow's new Gear of the Day picks at StackingAdventures.com/GearOfTheDay
Ready to tell YOUR hiking story? You'll have five minutes AND appear in a future episode at StackingAdventures.com/MyStory
Join our growing Facebook community of nearly FIFTY adventurers! We're sharing tips, photos, and more! Here's the link.
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Dreaming of your next big hiking challenge? In this episode, Crystal and Joe welcome Darrow Kirkpatrick — retired financial writer, seasoned adventurer, and author of Two Sticks, One Path. Darrow takes us along his trek across the Colorado Trail, sharing lessons that will inspire your own outdoor adventures, whether you’re planning a weekend hike or a multi-week expedition.
From practical packing strategies to mindset shifts that keep you moving when the trail gets tough, you’ll walk away with tools to make your next hike safer, lighter, and more rewarding. We’ll explore how to prepare your body for long-distance trekking, choose gear that works for you (not against you), and stay safe when wildlife or weather take an unexpected turn.
You’ll also hear the story behind a near-moose encounter, what the Colorado Trail taught Darrow about resilience, and how his “Gear of the Day” pick could change the way you pack forever.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
You'll find Darrow's photos and more at TrailMemoir.com (specifically THIS LINK)
You'll find Darrow's new Gear of the Day picks at StackingAdventures.com/GearOfTheDay
Ready to tell YOUR hiking story? You'll have five minutes AND appear in a future episode at StackingAdventures.com/MyStory
Join our growing Facebook community of nearly FIFTY adventurers! We're sharing tips, photos, and more! Here's the link.
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