In this Trail Mix Episode, Mike and Dusty talk about the moves by the Trump Administration to delete history from the National Parks.

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Mike and Dusty venture in the Bear Gulch Caves in Pinnacles National Park, a cave system created by broken pinnacles.

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Episode Editing by Dustin Ballard and Michael Ryan

Original Artwork by Michael Ryan

Original Music by Dave Seamon and Mariella Klinger

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In this Trail Mix Episode, Dusty and Mike discuss Dark Sky Areas and the qualities of Dark Sky Parks.

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Episode Editing by Dustin Ballard and Michael Ryan

Original Artwork by Michael Ryan

Original Music by Dave Seamon and Mariella Klinger

Music Producer: Skyler Fortgang

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In the epic conclusion of the hike on Mount Perry in Death Valley National Park, Dusty and Mike get their trail names and brave the epic uphill upon the return.

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In this Trail Mix Episode, Dusty and Mike chat about water conservation for plants, animals, and people in the desert.

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Mike and Dusty tackle by far the most difficult hike in Death Valley National Park. In the first part of a two-episode hike, they laugh about being the teacher's special helper all the while climbing some of Death Valley's most arduous incline.

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On what was an extremely hot day in Death Valley National Park, Mike and Dusty scramble over boulders, go up and over dry falls, and follow literal arrows on the ground while hiking the small, but textured Mosaic Canyon Trail.

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Dusty and Mike talk about the upcoming entrance fee changes to the National Parks in 2026.

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Hosted by Dustin Ballard and Michael Ryan

Episode Editing by Dustin Ballard and Michael Ryan

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Original Music by Dave Seamon and Mariella Klinger

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Mike and Dusty travel to the North end of Death Valley National Park to hike the large crater and all of the small craters of the Ubehebe Crater area.

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Hosted by Dustin Ballard and Michael Ryan

Episode Editing by Dustin Ballard and Michael Ryan

Original Artwork by Michael Ryan

Original Music by Dave Seamon and Mariella Klinger

Music Producer: Skyler Fortgang

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Dusty and Mike go over safety tips and tricks for hiking in the heat and how to keep yourself safe.

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Hosted by Dustin Ballard and Michael Ryan

Episode Editing by Dustin Ballard and Michael Ryan

Original Artwork by Michael Ryan

Original Music by Dave Seamon and Mariella Klinger

Music Producer: Skyler Fortgang

Check out Aeropress and use my code GAZE for a great deal: https://aeropress.com. And go to MoonTravelGuides.com to get your Moon Travel Guide today!

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