Join us as we dive into the crucial role water plays in backpacking! We cover essential topics like effective filtration techniques, personal tips, and unforgettable experiences. Discover how to stay hydrated on the trail, overcome challenges, and ensure your water sources are safe. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or a newbie, there may be something here to elevate your backpacking experience!Check out The OV 100 Mile Challenge: https://alnk.to/aWEHdOt#backpacking #water #waterfiltration

In this podcast, we delve into the newly enacted laws that make crossing the Canadian border illegal for hikers on the Pacific Crest Trail. Join us as we explore the implications of these regulations on outdoor enthusiasts, hear firsthand accounts from Jeremiah's international hikes, and discuss the environmental and safety concerns that led to these changes. Stay informed and prepare yourself for your next adventure on this iconic trail!Check out The OV 100 Mile Challenge: https://alnk.to/aWEHdOt

Today we talk about myths within the realm of sleeping bags and quilts. What makes them warm? How should they be used? Find out in today's episode.

Jeremiah and JK talk about Jeremiah's recent trip out into the snow and cold here in the Bluegrass state. What happened and who did Jeremiah drag into the woods with him?

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What would you do if someone asked for your help financially only to find out it's a deliberate scheme to get money from hikers? That's what we're talking about on this episode. We'll also get an update on Jeremiah's incident hitting a dog with his truck.

It's episode 250 of the Backpacking Podcast!!! What have we learned? Are we growing as backpackers? Do we still succumb to our ADHD during each episode? Tune in and find out!

JK and Jeremiah discuss the plusses and minuses of backpacking in the cold.

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Join us as we ring in the new year with one of our best friends and chat about new gear, trips, and whatever comes to our twisted minds.

We all start out somewhere with our gear, and we progressively update as we learn more. Join JK, Jeremiah, and special guest Johnathan Woodall from the YouTube channel, Woodall Trails, as we discuss our gear journeys and where we've come from.

Jeremiah and JK ask Chat GPT to give us tips on how to start backpacking. Were they good ideas? Were they awful?