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Clayton Pannell, former Appalachian Trail thruhiker (1995), shares how he worked to create the Benton MacKaye Trail (BMT) and his years of maintaining that trail. As a former Benton MacKaye Trail Association (BMTA) president, Clayton has many years of trail knowledge and experience. 

Listen in as he shares his oral history of the BMT and all that went into creating and maintaining it. 

The Benton MacKaye Trail is a nearly 300 mile footpath that runs from Springer Mountain, GA to Davenport Gap in the Great Smoky Mountains. 

To learn more about the BMT and the work that BMTA does to support it - including how to volunteer - please visit the following resources:

• Benton MacKaye Trail Association 
• BMT Vital Info
• BMT Map 

Other references:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Benton_MacKaye

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Hailing from Wyoming and living just outside of Yellowstone, this week’s guest has the wilderness basically at his back door. Brian has a lot of experience in the outdoors and is a veteran, emergency responder and a wilderness response team member. 

Brian goes over how to be prepared when hiking, including the essential items he packs for emergency situations. He shares what is essential to carry in your first aid kit and how to be prepared and handle emergency situations. We discuss Leave No Trace and what that means in the age of social media. 

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• Twitter: https://twitter.com/wild_blog
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewildoutdoorsblog/
• Blog: https://thewildoutdoorsblog.com

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Lori takes listeners on an off season, day trip exploration of Acadia National Park, visiting Sand Beach, Thunder Hole, Otter Cliff, Downtown Bar Harbor, Jordan Pond and Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse.

Links/References to get more info on Acadia:

https://www.nps.gov/acad/index.htm
https://acadiamagic.com
https://acadiaonmymind.com/favorite-facts-about-acadia-national-park/

Picture of a snowy Jordan Pond

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Author, avid hiker and hiking guide Matt Reeder (The Ruddy Hill Press) shares a collection of lesser traveled and fantastic hikes along northwest Oregon and southwest Washington. Listen to Matt discuss how he curated the fifty hikes from his book, what criteria he used and how things have changed between the first and second editions of "Off the Beaten Trail" 

Matt shares how his love for hiking started at an early age and how he manages to capture so many details about his hikes - including the gorgeous wildflowers found native in the area. 

He also talks candidly about depression and how hiking has been a positive influence in treating it. Take a listen to our conversation and let us know what you think. 

You can leave Matt a comment on his photos or drop him a quick note to let him know what you thought about the episode and the book. 

• Visit Matt's web page to find out more about his trail guides and how to order. 
• Connect with Matt on Instagram @theruddyhillpress
• Check out some of the hikes he leads for the Mazamas.

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In this episode, Lori interviews Oregon Desert Trail Coordinator and Triple Crown Hiker Renee Patrick.

Renee takes listeners on a journey which starts with her personal hiking experiences and how that led her to work for the Oregon Natural Desert Association (ONDA). She talks about hiking the AT, PCT and CDT and how that love of being on the trail led her to take the role of the ODT Trail Coordinator.

As the ODT celebrates its 5th birthday, Renee informs how both beginners and expert hikers can enjoy the beauty that is the Eastern Oregon High Desert. From section hiking, participating in wilderness trailing and stewardship hikes or doing a thru hike  - there are many different ways to experience this unique 750 mile route.

Visit ONDA's vast resources they maintain on the trail by visiting their web page.
Follow and connect with ONDA on Instagram.

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Bill Cox, Superintendent of the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area (CRNRA), informs listeners about the 48 mile stretch of the river and 15 different units that make up the CRNRA. The Chattahoochee has been a source of food, power and recreation for thousands of years - and continues to be a central gathering place for Atlanta locals to relax and recreate.

Bill shares his stories about the river, including the legend of the Cochran Shoals alligator (it's true!) and all the opportunities locals and visitors have to enjoy this gem of Georgia. Whether you hike, bike, tube, paddle or climb - the "Hootch" and the surrounding parklands - are a treasure to both enjoy and protect for future generations.

Learn more about the CRNRA here.
Link to unit maps.
All the ways to volunteer. 

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In this episode, Shannon gives listeners a look into what it's like to take a Wilderness Training Course, hiking in LA and starting up a hiking podcast. She gives us a peek into her future hiking plans which  include a trip to Africa to hike Mount Kilimanjaro and an international thru hike. 

Lori and Shannon talk about a mutual love of hiking, adventure, postcards and putting out a podcast. So take a listen and be inspired to take your own hike. 

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Erin from Collectively Outside shares how she got into trail running, decided to organize a trail festival for women and how all women who enjoy the outdoors can gain value from attending this summer festival in Clayton, GA - June 14- 16, 2019.

Featuring Ultra Runner, Adventure, Author and 2018 National Geographic Adventurer Mirna Valerio, this festival will both inspire women and connect them to like minded adventurers.

Visit Collectively Outside's festival page to learn more about the speakers, panelists and workshops available here. Early bird pricing available through March 29th, 2019.

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Find out how Springer Mountain became the Southern Terminus of the Appalachian Trail and some facts about hiking it all the way from Georgia to Maine...or Maine to Georgia...or some other variation.

Learn about the short but memorable hike up to the summit of Springer Mountain that thousands of hopeful thru hikers embark on either from Amicalola Falls or the Springer Mountain Trailhead.

Do you have a story to share about hiking either part of the A.T. or part of it? Drop me an email at [email protected]

Links to resources and references
http://www.appalachiantrail.org
21 Fascinating Appalachian Trail facts
Springer Mountain History
Springer Mountain Hiking Guide

My photo album from Springer Mountain

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Learn about Jim Tabor, who is better known as Barefoot Carver and Spoon Man. He’s a Trail Angel who carves spoons and leaves them out on the Appalachian Trail as a bit of Trail Magic for hikers along the way. 

Jim shares his experiences of how he got into carving spoons, stories of some of the special spoons he’s carved and how he hopes that others are inspired to leave a little trail magic. 

Whether you are a thru hiker or just spend the day on the trail, you’ll be inspired by Jim’s story. And maybe even leave some of your own magic out on the trail - wherever that may be. 

Visit Jim’s Instagram to learn more about the spoons he carves and some of the adventures they have been on.

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