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In today's episode we’re talking to our first guest from Ohio, his name is Bob, otherwise known as Jon’s Dad on the trail and you can follow him on Instagram @jonsdadhikes

Jon’s Dad shares with us some of his favorite places in and around Ohio. We also hear about his incredible backpacking experiences on The Kings Trail in Sweden and the Alaskan Wilderness. He also shares with us a solid tip on what he packs for a little extra kick to his backpacking meals.

Episode Links:
Jon's Dad YouTube
Jon's Dad Hikes: Kungsleden: The Guide to Hiking The King's Trail in Sweden (Kindle or Paperback Edition)

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In today's episode we’re talking to an incredible individual whose been an amazing supporter of the podcast and has done some amazing hikes across California and the Southwest, her name is Bekka and you can follow her on Instagram @i.am.bekka

Bekka shares with us some of his favorite places in and around Central California, including the beautiful Eastern Sierras. We also hear about her recent visit to the Grand Canyon, which included her adorable kitten Buttons, who’s also been exploring other National Parks across the Southwest with Bekka and her family.

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En nuestro cuarto episodio, tenemos un invitado especial que también es de mi pueblo de Yakima, es el autor de un increíble libro, Spirit Run: A 6,000-Mile Marathon Through North America's Stolen Land, su nombre es Noé Álvarez y puedes seguirlo en Instagram @noealvarez509

En este episodio hablamos con Noé de su juventud en Yakima y de la importancia que tuvo la naturaleza en su juventud, y de su participación en las maratones épicas llamadas Peace and Dignity Journeys (Viajes por la Paz y la Dignidad), que tienen como objetivo renovar los intercambios culturales a través de Norteamérica. Y cómo cambió su opinión de la naturaleza y la comunidad después de terminar su maratón.

Enlaces del episodio:
Spirit Run Book
Pre-order Accordion Eulogies: A Memoir of Music, Migration, and Mexico

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La música de este episodio fue creada por el hermano Leo de Colombia, síguelo en Instagram, @leomilanr

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And in today's Season 4 premiere episode we’re talking to an amazing individual who you may know for his hidden gem features on his Instagram and most recently on his new website, offthebeatentravel.com, his name is Sasha and you can follow him on Instagram @sasha_traveler

Sasha shares with us some of his favorite hidden gems that he and his family have come across as they travel around the US. Which include some picturesque places in Montana, the beautiful Southwest, and much much more! Looking for places outside the US, Sasha has you covered there as well, creating off the beaten path locations across the globe.

Episode Links:
Off the Beaten Travel Website

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En nuestro tercer episodio, tenemos otro invitado que regresa al podcast desde el sureste, su nombre es Juan Marcos, y comparte sobre sus increíbles experiencias de senderismo a través del sureste de EE.UU. y Ecuador, asegúrese de seguirlo en Instagram @junglemarkadventure

Este episodio con Juan Marcos nos cuenta sobre el oasis de cascadas que es Alabama, un encuentro con una cascabel y algunos de sus lugares favoritos para explorar en Ecuador.

Enlaces del episodio:
UT Hiking Kilts

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I'm excited to share that I’m now a Trailheads Ambassador for AllTrails+! If you love exploring the outdoors, AllTrails+ is your ultimate adventure companion. Get offline maps, real-time wrong-turn alerts, and trail previews to help you hike smarter and safer. Plus, with 3D maps and deeper trail insights, planning your next trek has never been easier.

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As we put the finishing touches on our Season 4 premiere episode, this episode was too good not to share at the start of the Fall hiking season so we’re sharing this bonus episode with Joshua from Foretold Coffee Company on a Monday, you can follow them on Instagram @foretoldcoffeeco

In today's episode, Joshua shares with us the inspirational origin story of Foretold Coffee Co, some of his favorite hikes in and around Washington, and he breaks down how their different varieties came to be, including my personal favorite, Mexican Honey, which once you hear the story behind it, you’ll appreciate it as much as I do.

And Joshua and the team at Foretold Coffee Company are offering Hikes & Mics listeners a special offer of 10% off your 1st bag of coffee when you use the promo code “HikesMics10” at check out.

Episode Links:
Foretold Coffee Co. Website
Use Promo Code “HIKESMICS10” at checkout for 10% off your first bag of coffee

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This episode's music was created by Ketsa, follow him on Instagram @Ketsamusic 

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I'm excited to share that I’m now a Trailheads Ambassador for AllTrails+! If you love exploring the outdoors, AllTrails+ is your ultimate adventure companion. Get offline maps, real-time wrong-turn alerts, and trail previews to help you hike smarter and safer. Plus, with 3D maps and deeper trail insights, planning your next trek has never been easier.

Try AllTrails+ free for 7 days, and when you sign up using my referral link, you’ll get 30% off your AllTrails+ membership!

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En nuestro segundo episodio, tenemos un invitado increíble del sur de California, su nombre es Jonathon, y comparte con nosotros sus increíbles experiencias de senderismo a través de California y el suroeste, asegúrese de seguirlo en Instagram @__juanflowers__

Durante nuestra plática con Jonathon, aprendemos cómo se inició en el senderismo, cuáles han sido algunas de sus caminatas favoritas hasta el momento, y cómo logró crear y cultivar una increíble comunidad de senderismo a través de su organización Outdoor Adventures+.

Enlaces del episodio:
Outdoor Adventures+ Instagram
Outdoor Adventures+ Facebook
Outdoor Adventures+ YouTube
Athletic Brewing Co. - Use code: JONATHONF20 (to get 20% off of your online purchase)

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La música de este episodio fue creada por el hermano Leo de Colombia, síguelo en Instagram, @leomilanr

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I'm excited to share that I’m now a Trailheads Ambassador for AllTrails+! If you love exploring the outdoors, AllTrails+ is your ultimate adventure companion. Get offline maps, real-time wrong-turn alerts, and trail previews to help you hike smarter and safer. Plus, with 3D maps and deeper trail insights, planning your next trek has never been easier.

Try AllTrails+ free for 7 days, and when you sign up using my referral link, you’ll get 30% off your AllTrails+ membership!

Sign up here: AllTrails+ (promo is only redeemable via web and not the app)

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And in today's Season 3 finale we’re talking to an amazing individual who has called home to two of my favorite places, Arizona and Hawaiʻi. Her name is Sherri and you can follow her on Instagram @ninjahikergirl

Sherri shares with us some of her favorite places to hike in and around Arizona, including a personal favorite of mine, South Mountain. She also shares about her hikes out to Weaver’s Needle and Quartz Peak. Two years ago, she moved across the Pacific to the Big Island of Hawaiʻi and shares with us her experience witnessing Moana Loa erupting this year.

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This episode's music was created by Ketsa, follow him on Instagram @Ketsamusic 

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I'm excited to share that I’m now a Trailheads Ambassador for AllTrails+! If you love exploring the outdoors, AllTrails+ is your ultimate adventure companion. Get offline maps, real-time wrong-turn alerts, and trail previews to help you hike smarter and safer. Plus, with 3D maps and deeper trail insights, planning your next trek has never been easier.

Try AllTrails+ free for 7 days, and when you sign up using my referral link, you’ll get 30% off your AllTrails+ membership!

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Ursa Minor Outfitters - Inspired by the outdoors, Created by local artists

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Bienvenidos todos al Podcast de Caminatas y Micrófonos, Yo soy Iván, y juntos nos embarcamos en un viaje semanal, conectándonos con increíbles senderistas de todos los rincones de los Estados Unidos y más allá. 

Para el Mes de la Herencia Hispana/LatinX estamos estrenando cuatro episodios en español desde el 15 de Septiembre hasta el 13 de Octubre presentando algunos increíbles senderistas compartiendo sus increíbles aventuras en la naturaleza.

En nuestro primer episodio, una increíble invitada regresa al podcast, su nombre es Dani, comparte con nosotros sus increíbles experiencias de senderismo y viajes tanto en los Estados Unidos como en el extranjero, asegúrate de seguirla en Instagram @dannimanti

Durante nuestra divertida plática con Dani, aprendemos sobre su hermoso país de Colombia, los increíbles Parques Nacionales y Estatales que ha visitado con su familia, y algunas increíbles experiencias de senderismo en Perú.

Dani también está viajando de regreso a Colombia a finales de Septiembre para una misión humanitaria en beneficio de los niños en su país, ella ha hecho un increíble trabajo de recolección de una variedad de artículos para distribuir, si desea ayudar a cubrir los gastos de envío, por favor póngase en contacto con Dani en Instagram para donar a una causa increíble antes del 23 de septiembre.

Enlaces del episodio:
Inca Ruins of Moray
Chaco's Link

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La música de este episodio fue creada por el hermano Leo de Colombia, síguelo en Instagram, @leomilanr

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I'm excited to share that I’m now a Trailheads Ambassador for AllTrails+! If you love exploring the outdoors, AllTrails+ is your ultimate adventure companion. Get offline maps, real-time wrong-turn alerts, and trail previews to help you hike smarter and safer. Plus, with 3D maps and deeper trail insights, planning your next trek has never been easier.

Try AllTrails+ free for 7 days, and when you sign up using my referral link, you’ll get 30% off your AllTrails+ membership!

Sign up here: AllTrails+ (promo is only redeemable via web and not the app)

Ursa Minor Outfitters - Inspired by the outdoors, Created by local artists

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On today's episode we’re heading back to Northern California and talking with Geno about his amazing adventures in and around Northern California’s beautiful landscapes. You can follow him on Instagram @ggonzales1981

Geno shares with us in the episode how over the last five years his passion for hiking and the outdoors has led him to some spectacular locations across the state of California and even the PNW. He shares some of his favorite hikes within a short drive of his homebase, his amazing road trip along the Oregon Coast and into Washington, and provides us with some insights on how he’s been able to capture some of his amazing photographs and videos on trail.

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This episode's music was created by Ketsa, follow him on Instagram @Ketsamusic 

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I'm excited to share that I’m now a Trailheads Ambassador for AllTrails+! If you love exploring the outdoors, AllTrails+ is your ultimate adventure companion. Get offline maps, real-time wrong-turn alerts, and trail previews to help you hike smarter and safer. Plus, with 3D maps and deeper trail insights, planning your next trek has never been easier.

Try AllTrails+ free for 7 days, and when you sign up using my referral link, you’ll get 30% off your AllTrails+ membership!

Sign up here: AllTrails+ (promo is only redeemable via web and not the app)

Ursa Minor Outfitters - Inspired by the outdoors, Created by local artists

Go check them at www.ursaminoroutfitters.com and don’t forget to enter the promo code HikesMics10 at checkout to receive 10% off your order.