Worth the Schlep

By Tess King

Adventuring outside with kids can be so fun and delightful, but let’s be honest. It's also downright exhausting – the gear, the diapers, the meltdowns, the strollers, the jacket no one wants to wea

... more

Download on the App Store

Download on the App Store

Get it on Google Play

FAQs about Worth the Schlep:

How many episodes does Worth the Schlep have?

The podcast currently has 14 episodes available.

Worth the Schlep episodes:

November 05, 2024 S1E3: Not as Nimble as We Used to Be
Send us a text
Sometimes plans for a family adventure just can't get off the ground. For one or many reasons, you just can't make it happen. Forget the adventure being WORTH the schlep, you can't even GET to the schlep! Tess and Brandon reminisce on an elusive weekend adventure to the Olympic Coast that never came to pass, and realize that when kids are involved, they're just not as flexible as they used to be when plans go awry.
Connect with us:
Instagram: @worththeschleppodcast
Email: [email protected]

Music by Drew Martin: https://drewmartinmusic.bandcamp.com/
...more
18min
October 29, 2024 S1E2: Type 3 Fun is Not Fun at All
Send us a text
Season 1, Episode 1 of Worth the Schlep is here!
Join for the very first episode to meet your host, Tess King, and her husband, co-parent, adventure partner, and likely recurring podcast guest, Brandon King. Long time outdoor adventurers, Tess & Brandon have realized that getting outside now with their kids is no small feat and not as easy as social media makes it look. Sometimes it's super fun and everyone has a grand time...other times, the meltdowns or urgent care visits leave you wondering why you even bothered. But finding a way to laugh at the moments it gets hard might just make it easier to get back out there! Follow along to remember you're not alone when parenting starts to feel like too much Type 3 fun.

As referenced: REI's take on the Fun Scale - https://www.rei.com/blog/climb/fun-scale.

Connect with us:
Instagram: @worththeschleppodcast
Email: [email protected]

Music by Drew Martin: https://drewmartinmusic.bandcamp.com/
...more
22min
October 29, 2024 S1E1: Trailhead Season
Send us a text
Season 1 of Worth the Schlep is finally here!

I am finally getting my act together and releasing. this. podcast.

If you're a parent, maybe you can relate to thinking about something you want to do for a long time, but not finding the mental (and physical) time to actually do it. But here it is, I'm going for it! I'm excited to share stories about trying to adventure as a family, and laugh at the moments when it just doesn't go as planned. If you're reading this, thanks for being here. Now follow along and share this with another adventurous friend!

Trailhead Season, coming your way!
Connect with us:
Instagram: @worththeschleppodcast
Email: [email protected]

Music by Drew Martin: https://drewmartinmusic.bandcamp.com/
...more
8min
October 29, 2024 WTS Trailer
Send us a text
Welcome to Worth the Schlep!
Season 1: The Trailhead is coming soon! Get excited, check out our trailer, and be sure to follow the show to get each new episode.
Connect with us:
Instagram: @worththeschleppodcast
Email: [email protected]

Music by Drew Martin: https://drewmartinmusic.bandcamp.com/
...more
3min

FAQs about Worth the Schlep:

How many episodes does Worth the Schlep have?

The podcast currently has 14 episodes available.