The Backpacking Experience

Please follow local and state directives on being responsible with how you choose to enjoy the outdoors. Please do not put others at unnecessary risk to get your backcountry fix. 

This episode is simply focused on some basic ways you and I can still enjoy our outdoor passions while we navigate the COVID-19 situation. 

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This episode is sponsored by Art Of The Trek: http://www.artofthetrek.com

The Backpacking Experience podcast is supported by the Backcountry Exposure YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/backcountryexposure

This episode features an excerpt from the best selling book, Last Child In The Woods. https://amzn.to/39ggqvE

Do you find it difficult to get your kids outside? This episode is all about why your kids need nature and some tips on how to make getting outside with your kids easier. 

This episode is sponsored by Outdoor Vitals. Get their ultralight backpacking pillow for FREE! Just pay shipping! https://tribe.outdoorvitals.com/pillow

The Backpacking Experience is supported by the Backcountry Exposure YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/backcountryexposure

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This episode is the first Q&A of the Backpacking Experience. I take a few questions from a few listeners and backpacking YouTube friends of mine. We discuss everything from sleeping bags and quilts to bucket list type backpacking trips. Thank you to everyone that shared a question with me. 

If you'd like to support the podcast beyond just listening, you can now support the podcast with a monetary donation each month.

The Backpacking Experience is supported by the Backcountry Exposure YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/backcountryexposure

This episode is sponsored by Art Of The Trek: http://www.artofthetrek.com

Wanna chat or got a question about gear or just backpacking in general, shoot me an email: [email protected]

Overwhelmed when it comes to knowing what tent is the best tent for backpacking? You're not alone! Was that a good sales pitch? Ha ha! But really, this episode is all about helping you know what goes into a tent design and how to help you know better how to choose a tent for backpacking. 

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Follow me on Instagram: @backpackingexperiencepodcast or @backcountryexposure

This episode is sponsored by Art Of The Trek: http://www.artofthetrek.com

Here are a few links to some shelter designs in the various styles:

This episode is the first episode featuring two guests in the same interview. Tayson and Dave from Outdoor Vitals join me to talk all things backpacking and running an outdoor, direct to consumer business. Tayson who is the founder of Outdoor Vitals shares what it's like to start a business and the process of how product goes from design to being manufactured. I had a great time talking with Dave and Tayson, and really enjoy what Outdoor Vitals is doing in the backpacking market. 

If you've not visited Outdoor Vitals, I definitely suggest checking them out. http://www.outdoorvitals.com

Have questions about the podcast or just want to chat? Send me an email, or follow me on Instagram. @backpackingexperiencepodcast or [email protected]

The Backpacking Experience is supported by the Backcountry Exposure YouTube Channel. http://www.youtube.com/backcountryexposure

This episode is sponsored by Art Of The Trek. Check them out for route mapping and custom trip agendas. http://www.artofthetrek.com

If you're not familiar with the history and story of Altra Running, then grab yourself a drink and kick back. Brian Beckstead, Co-Founder of Altra Running joins the podcast to talk about how Altra started and how it has become a giant in the footwear industry today. Brian and I have known each other for many years, and enjoyed a short trip down memory lane in this episode. We talk about his background, and his passion for fly fishing as well. Huge thank you to Brian for coming onto the podcast to share his story and the story of Altra!

Follow Brian on Instagram, @ultrafishing

Want to chat more about the podcast, or got questions? Email me, [email protected], or follow and message me on Instagram, @backpackingexperiencepodcast

This episode is sponsored Art Of The Trek. Check them out for custom trip planning guides and more. http://www.artofthetrek.com

The Backpacking Experience Podcast is supported by the Backcountry Exposure YouTube channel. Subscribe to the channel for more backpacking and outdoor content. http://www.youtube.com/backcountryexposure

Luke Pearsall joins the podcast to discuss how he went from working in Hollywood, building his resume in the film industry, to preparing to hike the PCT. Luke is a professional adventure photographer and shares in this episode some of his life story about how he ended up working in Hollywood, becoming an adventure guide, walking the Camino de Santiago, to now preparing to hike the PCT. 

Follow Luke on Instagram: @lukepearsallphoto

This episode is sponsored by Art Of The Trek: http://www.artofthetrek.com

The Backpacking Experience is supported by the Backcountry Exposure YouTube Channel. http://www.youtube.com/backcountryexposure

Follow us on Instagram: @backpackingexperiencepodcast

Email me: [email protected]

UGQ Outdoor is a cottage company based in Jackson, MI. "Founded in 2011 we are a small cottage company dedicated to making some of the lightest and highest quality gear in the world. Our commitment to customer service, quality, and design has made UGQ one of the most respected brands in the ultralight community. Every piece of gear is made by our small team of highly invested individuals providing a level of attention to detail not found in other brands. Whether you need the lightest gear available or a more robust piece of gear for your next adventure you can rest assured the quality will be maintained at all price points." - UGQ About Page

I had a great time talking gear with Chad from UGQ and learned a lot about how they have created many of the products they produce and the level of care and detail that goes into each piece of gear. Thank you to Chad for taking time to share the brand with everyone on a more intimate level. 

UGQ Outdoor: http://www.ugqoutdoor.com

This episode is sponsored by Art Of The Trek. Check them out for a rad mapping and trip planning tool: http://www.artofthetrek.com

The Backpacking Experience Podcast is supported by the Backcountry Exposure YouTube channel. http://www.youtube.com/backcountryexposure

Got questions for me or feedback on the podcast? Follow us on instagram, @backpackingexperiencepodcast or email me, [email protected]

For most of human history, we lived in wild places. Ten days. Five friends. One trek across Utah's Uinta Highline Trail. Watch as the ancient history of the trail is woven together with the personal history of each of the hikers as they get back in touch with the world, and each other.

This is the topic of today's episode, as I sit down with Chris Smead, Producer, Cameraman, Director and straight up rad dude, to talk about the filming and hiking of the Uinta Highline Trail. 

The Uinta Highline Trail is an east to west, 104 mile long trail that truly is a special place. It's also a much lesser known trail in comparison to many of the trail throughout the country. But full of rich history, amazing views, high altitude and more, it's a trail that ought to be on any hikers bucket list. 

I talk with Chris through the episode to break down the "Highline" documentary film that premiered in Vernal, UT on Friday January 24, 2020. It features 5 hikers from all types of backgrounds and shares their stories and their time on the Highline trail. This film is worth your time to check out. 

- Highline Film: http://www.highlinefilm.com

- Outmersive Films: http://www.outmersivefilms.com

Got questions about the podcast or want to share some feedback? Email me: [email protected]

Follow the podcast on Instagram: @backpackingexperiencepodcast

The Backpacking Experience is supported by the Backcountry Exposure YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/backcountryexposure

Follow Backcountry Exposure on Instagram: @backcountryexposure