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Grizzly bears in Colorado? Alligator wrestling? Things to do each season? The OutThere Colorado Podcast covers a wide range of important topics related to outdoor recreation in Colorado. Follow along as we explore the natural playground of the Centennial State.
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From the Appalachian Trail to the Pacific Crest and everything in between. Backpacker Radio is a show all about the wonderful world that is thru-hiking and long distance backpacking. Co-hosts, Zach "Badger" Davis and Juliana "Chaunce" Chauncey muse on the backpacking life and the latest from the trail every other week. Topics include but are not limited to news, trail culture, interviews, gear, advice, and all you can eat buffets.
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Big fall on 14er; A new state park?; Exploring an iconic hotel; Alternate 14er routes; and More
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In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about an iconic hotel (that's a bit spooky), alternate (and less-crowded) fourteener routes, an update related to what could become Colorado's newest state park, a high-elevation rockfall that led to severe injury, and more.By OutThere Colorado
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Fascinating Colorado Outdoor Recreation Stories with OutThere Colorado's Spencer McKee (BPR #314)
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In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by Topo Athletic, we are joined by Spencer McKee, the Director of Content and Operations for OutThere Colorado. If you’ve been to Colorado and have Instagram, you’ve likely already come across Spencer’s videos - he’s mastered the art of packaging interesting Colorado news …
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The Northern Colorado Trail with Kevin "Sunshine" Silvernale (BPR #316)
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In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by Topo Athletic, we are joined by Kevin “Sunshine” Silvernale. Originally a commercial pilot from Seattle, Kevin thru-hiked the PCT in 2016 and immediately fell in love with the Hiker Trash lifestyle. That passion led him to put his flying career on hold to hike the AT, C…
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Wild bear attack story; $29M foot bridge; Hidden gem restaurant; Call to rename peak (again); & More
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In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Tim chat about a wild bear attack, the proposed $29 million foot bridge in Denver, a hidden gem restaurant serving up piping hot meat pockets, a hiking recommendation, the push to rename one of Colorado's iconic peaks (again), and more.By OutThere Colorado
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Impacts of Climate Change on the Colorado Trail with Triple Crowner and Scientist Karl Ford (BPR #315)
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In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by LMNT, we are joined by Karl Ford. Karl is a retired environmental scientist, conservationist, and author of Triple Crown Hiking Adventures and The Colorado Trail in Crisis: A Naturalist's Field Report on Climate Change in Mountain Ecosystems. In this conversation, we di…
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Survival tips debunked; Wildfires around CO; Tragic death at iconic foot race; Prehistoric find in unlikely spot; & More
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In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about the wildfire that closed a national park, a prehistoric find and a new spot to visit, debunked 'survival' tips, a death at one of the most difficult foot races in the United States, a new mountain town hotel with hot spring access, and more.…
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Toxic ghost town you CAN'T visit; Best wildflower spots; Overlooked summer town; & More
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In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about favorite ghost towns (including one that's too dangerous to visit), the best places to find wildflowers, an overlooked mountain town that's perfect for a summer visit, and the state's oldest...newest...backcountry hut. Lots of great summer adventure ideas in this one.…
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20,000+ Miles in under 10 Years, a Desert Hike from Tucson to San Diego, and Life as a Mariner with Leah "Twig" Harman (BPR #313)
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In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio, presented by The Trek, brought to you by LMNT, we are joined by Leah Harman, known on trail as Twig. Although Twig is relatively new to the world of thru-hiking, with less than 10 years of experience, she’s hit the ground running, accruing well over 20,000 miles in the process. In addition to all the usual su…
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How Denver's Blucifer came to be; Wild tales from Pikes Peak; Massacre in Colorado changed course of history; & More
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In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about the infamous Blucifer, a Colorado massacre's impact on worker rights, wild tales told by a Pikes Peak employee who has worked on the mountain for 50 years, a new trail system being built in Southern Colorado, a record-setting set of shows at Mile High, and more.…
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Thru-Hiking for 30 Years, Working for ALDHA-West, Six Moon Designs, & FarOut, and Ridgerunning with a Dog with Whitney "Allgood" La Ruffa (BPR #312)
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In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio, presented by The Trek, we’re joined by Whitney La Ruffa, better known in the world of backpacking as “Allgood.” Allgood is the former president of ALDHA-West, the current Chief Revenue Officer at FarOut, and a certified backpacking OG—his first thru-hike dates all the way back to the early ’90s (some of you w…
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A Wild West legend; Things no one warns you about when moving to Colorado; High-elevation fried chicken; Wolf update; & More
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In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about Wild West legend Captain Jack, a great spot for high-country fried chicken, things no one warns you about before moving to Colorado, wolves moving closer to Denver, firework laws, and more.By OutThere Colorado
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Julia "Rocket" Sheehan on Her Social Media Fall from Grace, Quitting on a Thru-Hike, and Her New Book (BPR #311)
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In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by Topo Athletic, we are joined by Julia Sheehan, known on trail, as Rocket. Julia is a thru-hiker, former Trek Vlogger, social media sensation, nurse, and now a published author. Julia details how impulsive decision-making lead her to the wonderful world that is thru-hiki…
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INTERVIEW: How search and rescue works in Colorado plus safety tips for summer
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In this interview episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer chats with Anna DeBattiste of the Colorado Search and Rescue Association about how search and rescue works in Colorado, common mistakes that lead to the need for rescue, misconceptions about CORSAR cards, mental health care for rescuers, and more.…
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INTERVIEW: Mother of man killed in ski lift accident speaks out on safety awareness
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In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer chats with Tonette Romero, the mother of Donovan Romero, a 32-year-old who tragically died in May of this year following a 47-foot-fall from a chairlift at Keystone Resort in December.By OutThere Colorado
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Lightning strike prompts record-setting 14er rescue; Popular spot closed for summer; Wild booze-filled night changed history; & More
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In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about a recent 14er rescue prompted by a lightning strike, how a popular destination is set to be closed for summer, an outdoor recreation spot near Boulder, how a wild night of drinking in Colorado Springs changed history, a massive mural that aims to set a record, & more.…
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A Lifetime of Trail Maintenance: the Blackburn Trail Center, Building the AT Rollercoaster, and the Potomac AT Club with Chris “Trailboss” Brunton (BPR #310)
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In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by LMNT, we are joined by Chris Brunton aka “Trailboss”. Trailboss is a legendary force in the construction and maintenance of the Appalachian Trail, most notably, the infamous Rollercoaster section of the trail through Virginia. Trailboss enlightens us with some history o…
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Big fall on 14er; Man kills moose during attack; Trail work underway on iconic peaks; Food recommendation; & More
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In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about three more moose attacks that took place in recent days, a fall from a 14,000-foot peak, trail work taking place on the state's 14ers, the name change of an iconic landmark, updates related to a southern Colorado ski area, and more. Plus, a high-country dining recommendat…
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Thru-Hiking with Your Sister, Triple Crowning without a Trail Name, and Tour du Mont Blanc with Jamie Lambert (BPR #309)
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In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio, presented by The Trek, brought to you by Topo Athletic, we are joined by Jamie Lambert. We learn why Jamie doesn’t have a trail name, and why it’s definitely not Strap On, what it’s like to thru-hike with your sister- which she did on the PCT in 2018, what it is about thru-hiking that makes it so addictive fo…
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INTERVIEW: Adventure stories, outdoor recreation hacks, and a truly 'Colorado' challenge taking place on Pikes Peak
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In this special edition episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer sits down with Justin Bowers of Front Range Climbing Co. to hear some adventure stories, chat about some outdoor recreation tips and tricks, and to learn about a very 'Colorado' challenge that's taking place on Pikes Peak. Justin is the General Manager of Front Range Climbing…
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Attack in Boulder; Wolf killed by officials; Underground fires rage; A few outdoor recreation spots; & More
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In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about a wolf that was recently killed by officials, underground fires that rage around the state, a horrific attack that took place in Boulder, a controversial trail project, and more.By OutThere Colorado
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Lightning Safety and Myth Busting with NOAA Meteorologist Charlie Woodrum (BPR #308)
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In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by LMNT, we are giving you the lowdown on everything to do with lightning safety. We are joined by Charlie Woodrum who is the Preparedness and Resilience Lead with National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s National Weather Service. We learn all about the biggest my…
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Brutal moose attack; Goat problem on 14er; Epic mountain town venue; 2 must-try restaurants; & More
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In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about a recent moose attack, a mountain goat problem on a Colorado 14er, a can't-miss mountain town venue, two restaurants to check out, a lesser-known recreation area that will be open this summer, and more.By OutThere Colorado
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Making Custom Packs, Setting FKTs, Escaping Death, and Starting an Outfitter with Jonathan "Janis Joplin" Thomas (BPR #307)
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In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by Topo Athletic, we are joined by Jonathan Thomas, known on trail as Janis Joplin. Janis Joplin is a thru-hiker, FKT record holder, D1 collegiate track and field athlete, former news cameraman, Boston Marathon bombing survivor, CDT trail angel, and owner of Exotic Pax, an…
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Tornados touch down; A city gets snubbed; Devastating flood; Camping hack; & More...
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In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Tim – that's right, you finally get to hear from our beloved video producer – chat about tornados, a devastating flood, a city getting snubbed, a great camping hack, and more. Plus, Tim's favorite Colorado things.By OutThere Colorado
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Working as a Death Doula and Managing Death Anxiety with Niki DiGaetano (BPR #306)
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In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by LMNT, we are joined by Niki DiGaetano, known on trail as Phoenix. In addition to being a long distance backpacker, the bulk of today’s conversation centers around Niki’s work as a death doula. We learn, of course, what that work entails, how her experiences working with…
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A few top campgrounds; Must-try donuts; New vehicle style now street legal; Skier numbers from last season; & More
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In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about our favorite Colorado donuts, a few 'favorite campgrounds' according to people who have published books about their favorite campgrounds, a new type of vehicle you'll be seeing on Colorado's roads, skier numbers of the 2024-2025 season, and more.…
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Live from Austin: Paul Magnanti, aka "PMags," on Hot Gear Takes, Public Lands, & Hiking the Southwest (BPR #305)
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In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, and brought to you by Topo Athletic, we’re coming to you live from Austin, Texas with our guest, Paul Magnanti, aka Mags, aka Pmags. A longtime co-host of The Trail Show and a triple crowner, Pmags has spent decades exploring trails across the country, with a special love for the Southwe…
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Meeting kangaroos in Colorado; Long lost town; Cat survives 380-foot fall; Iconic road to close for summer; & More
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In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about a long lost town, Spencer's trip to meet some Colorado kangaroos, how an iconic scenic road will be closed for summer, the state of the snowpack, and more.By OutThere Colorado
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Beginner Backpacking Mistakes 3.0 (BPR #304)
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In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by LMNT, we are bringing you yet another edition of beginner backpacking mistakes. Today’s panel includes the debut of Jess Stone, 2024 AT and LT thru-hiker, and The Trek’s Community and Marketing Manager. We bring you 9 brand new thru-hiking pitfalls to avoid, including t…
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INTERVIEW: This one's all about the iconic Telluride Bluegrass Festival and why it's worth checking out
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In this episode of The OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer sits down with Zach Tucker, VP of Planet Bluegrass, to chat about the Telluride Bluegrass Festival that's set to take place in June. A chance to catch some awesome music and to camp under the stars amid what's perhaps Colorado's most stunning landscape, Telluride Bluegrass Festival is a musi…
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Casa Bonita review; 14er base camps; Best burgers in CO?; What's the deal with cairns; & More
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In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about Spencer's recent trip to the world-famous Casa Bonita restaurant, great towns for 14er climbers to visit, the controversy over stacked rocks on trails, the state's 'best burgers,' and more.By OutThere Colorado
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Graduating Army Ranger School and Thru-Hiking After 30+ Years in the Military with Jay "Meat Grinder" France (BPR #303)
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In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by Topo Atheltic, we are joined by Jay “Meat Grinder” France. Meat Grinder is a thru-hiker, author, and 31-year veteran of the Air Force, having completed 10 deployments and graduated from Army Ranger School in the process. Jay details his military background, including so…
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