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Lori explores solo camping in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks.

Lori's tips for solo camping

Tip 1. Do your research.

Tip 2. Stay flexible - whether it's about where you are pitching your tent or the trip itself.  

Tip 3. Make sure you have the right gear and clothes for the trip.

Tip 4.  Set up your tent and check your gear ahead of time to make sure all are in good shape. 

Tip 5. Write out and share your itinerary as best as you can.

Tip 6. Arrive to the campground or site early and plenty of time before sundown.

Tip 7. Don't stress the small stuff. Well and the big stuff.

Tip 8. Prepare to be alone.

Tip 9. Take time to appreciate the moments of struggle and success.

Tip 10. Reflect on what worked and what didn't work.

My gear:
Marmot Tungsten 2 person tent
Kelty 35 degree backpack
Black diamond lantern
Black diamond headlamp
Pocket knife
Mallet
Camp chair
Big Agnes sleeping pad
Inflatable pillow
REI Traverse 35 daypack
Garmin inReach mini
First aid kit
Emergency Blanket
Nalgene bottle
Hydro flask
1 person cookware
GSI Glacier Stove
Fuel
Lighter
Various food/snacks
Cooler/Ice


Resources:
https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/family-camping-checklist.html

https://thedyrt.com/magazine/gear/solo-camping-gear-guide/

https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/camping-for-beginners.html

https://lnt.org/

https://koa.com/blog/guide-to-camping-ettiquette/





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Join Cheryl Talbert as she talks about her experiences as a member volunteer and Hiking and Backpacking leader for the Mountaineers.

"The Mountaineers is an outdoor community teaching you skills to explore the outdoors safely and responsibly. Founded in 1906, we've been getting people of all ages outside for over 100 years. We are passionate about building a community of people who are knowledgeable and care about the outdoors. We work to protect the outdoor experience for generations to come. 

Cheryl talks about her personal experiences taking hikers throughout the Pacific Northwest and trekking all over the world as a leader for the Mountaineers. We chat about the social aspects of hiking, gear, being a student and the opportunities as a member and guest of the Mountaineers.

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Email: [email protected]

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In this episode, Lori shares with listeners her first hand account of trying out the Garmin inReach Mini while traveling in areas with limited or no cell phone coverage. The Garmin inReach Mini is a handheld GPS and satellite communicator that can be used to send out an emergency SOS using the Iridium satellite network.

You can learn more about the Garmin inReach Mini here.

She provides an overview of the basic functionality of the device and experience using it as a satellite communicator - including sharing location, tracking and sending messages to contacts and social media.

Take a look at Lori's Garmin Map here.
Check out Lori's Instagram post of Garmin InReach Mini.

And Lori meets Shannon of Take a Hike podcast! 


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Rod shares his love of hiking the Columbia River Gorge among other places in the Pacific Northwest. Born and raised in the PDX/Vancouver area - Rod has his pick of beautiful landscapes to both hike and photograph. In this episode we talk about the benefits of hiking to keep balance in your life, the ten essentials, Leave No Trace and the hikes he recommends in the Gorge. We also touch on his firsthand view of the impact of the Eagle Creek fires and the devastation to the trails.

Links to hikes mentioned in the show:

Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area
Columbia River Gorge -  https://www.fs.usda.gov/crgnsa
Beacon Rock - https://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/Beacon_Rock_Hike
Multnomah Falls - https://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/Multnomah_Falls_Hike
Dog Mountain - https://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/Dog_Mountain_Hike
Hamilton Mtn - https://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/Hamilton_Mountain_Loop_Hike
Cape Horn - https://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/Cape_Horn_Loop_Hike

Trails closed by the fire:
Eagle Creek - https://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/Eagle_Creek_to_Tunnel_Falls_Hike
Punch Bowl - https://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/Eagle_Creek_to_Punch_Bowl_Falls_Hike

Mt. St. Helens
Loowit Trail - https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/loowit

Mt. Rainier
Skyline Trail - https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/skyline
Wonderland Trail - https://www.nps.gov/mora/planyourvisit/the-wonderland-trail.htm

Mt. Hood
Timberline Trail -https://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/Timberline_Trail_around_Mount_Hood_Hike

Other hikes:
Silver Star Mountain - https://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/Silver_Star_Mountain
Goat Rocks Wilderness - https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/giffordpinchot/recarea/?recid=79414

Connect with Rod:
You Tube: Rod Theer
Instagram: @xdeadpoet87x, @beyond.the.couve

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Lori explores Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore on Lake Michigan, one of the most beautiful coastal wonders of the United States. She gives an overview of Sleeping Bear, Manitou Islands and things someone visiting can do to explore them and the surrounding areas.

Find out more about Sleeping Bear Dunes and the surrounding area:
Visit the National Park web site: https://www.nps.gov/slbe/index.htm
Blog post: The Working Mom Travels
Detroit Free Press: https://www.freep.com/story/travel/michigan/2016/05/28/8-dont-miss-gems-sleeping-bear-dunes/81861354/
Leelanau Cellars: Visit their web site

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Meet Latinas who Hike founder Victoria Buitron and listen to her story of hiking and engaging the Latina Hiking Community. We talk about how she founded the group and the ideas she has to expand it through both organic growth and further collaboration with other groups and organizations.  She's created a space where all Latinas are welcome and encouraged to explore the outdoors. Learn more about Latinas who Hike by listening to our conversation.

For more information and to connect with Latinas Who Hike:
Instagram: @latinaswhohike
Facebook: Latinas Who Hike group
Email: [email protected]

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Gabby Gilmer just recently finished a thru hike of the Arizona Trail. Listen to us talk about how her journey to hiking after injury forced her to quit competitive soccer and training to be an Olympian. Gabby's positive attitude and ability to roll with all the challenges she faced, eventually brought her to the Arizona Trail.

Gabby shares how hiking and being on the trail changed her and how staying positive has made a difference in her life - no matter where it takes her.

For more information and to connect with Gabby:
Trail Journal: Gabby's Trail journal
Instagram: @gabbygilmer
Twitter: @gabbygilmer
Email: [email protected]

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Annoucements:

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• Lori is working on a new edition of Hike Magazine featuring the Greater Atlanta area and North Georgia! Coming this summer.

Eric Sherman of the Ice Age Trail Alliance shares with listeners what it's like to hike the Ice Age Trail in Wisconsin. He offers tips and suggestions for both day hikers and long distance hikers and goes into detail about the maps and resources offered by the Ice Age Trail Alliance.

Eric shares how listeners can support the trail by volunteering, donating or becoming a member.

For more information and to connect with the Ice Age Trail Alliance:
Website: Ice Age Trail Alliance
Instagram: @icetrailorg
Facebook: Ice Age Trail Alliance

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Welcome to the 25th episode of the Hike: Explore | Wander | Live podcast. Thanks so much for being a listener, and whether you've just found the show or have been listening from the start - I appreciate you taking time to listen!

In this episode, my guest is Misti Little of the Orange Blaze podcast. She shares her passion for the Florida Trail, her experience thru hiking the FT and tips for hiking it. Also learn how she is blazing the way for awareness of the FT through her podcast.

Connect with Misti:
Blog/Podcast: Orange Blaze podcast
Instagram: @orangeblazepodcast

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Today’s guest is Matt Nelson, Executive Director of the Arizona Trail Association. 

Matt has a passion for the mountains, being outdoors and providing opportunities for the next generation to become adventurers and stewards of the land. 

The Arizona Trail stretches 800 miles across Arizona from Mexico to Utah. It links deserts, mountains, canyons, forests, communities and people.

Whether you plan on spending one mile or 800 on the AZT, you’ll appreciate all of the hard work his organization does to sustain this trail and the opportunities is provides to all of us.

Resources to learn more and get involved:
Arizona Trail Association site
AZT in a Day
Trail Skills Institute
Remote Maintenance

Connect with the Arizona Trail Association:

Instagram: @aztassociation
Twitter: @AZTRAIL
Facebook: Arizona Trail

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