Chase Tucker is a long-distance backpacker from Tasmania who specializes in training backpackers in the field of overall body mobility and fitness for their outdoor adventures. Chase is also an accomplished backpacker and traveler having hiked through both the Annapurna and Everest regions of Nepal as well as some of Spain’s long trails through the Pyrenees mountain range.

When it comes to backpacking, less isn't more, it's less. The less gear you haul around, the more comfortable you'll be and the less you have to worry about keeping track of everything. You'll also increase your enjoyment and performance!

Cory Ford joins me to discuss whether or not "weak ankles" are really a thing and how to go about addressing it. Cory has a broad experience in the backcountry across many hobbies and an education in sports science to connect it all together.

I love my Jetboil Flash and continue to use it after over 2000 miles of backpacking. I have two other popular stoves, yet time after time, I continue to grab the Jetboil. Here’s why.

Renee "Shera" Patrick is the Program Coordinator of the Oregon Desert Trail and joins the show to discuss the new Blue Mountains Trail in Eastern Oregon and a proposed Wilderness Area in SE Oregon.

In the years since I began hunting with traditional archery equipment, I’ve had a handful of odd interactions with the non-hunter or anti-hunter. It seems that when I mention I’m hunting with a traditional bow, they pocket their views on hunting not being necessary or cruel and instead commend me for using primitive equipment.

The Best Underwear for Backpacking: Is there such a thing? I think so, and I've hiked a lot of miles to find out. Never underestimate the power of a pair of underwear that won't stink, bunch up, or cause chafing.

Bonie Shupe is the Director of Product at Ibex, a longtime brand known for its Merino Wool products for backpacking and the outdoors. Bonie joins the podcast to talk about the Ibex reboot, Merino Wool, and why setting proper expectations is important.

Doug Laher is the Father of Thru-Hiker Trevor “Microsoft” Laher who tragically passed away while hiking near Apache Peak along the PCT. He was 11 days into his hike when conditions along the trail deteriorated quickly, putting him in a decision to either push through or find another way around. Trevor was 22 years old, a graduate of Ohio State, and headed off to a career with Microsoft.

Ryan and Hillary Lampers are the husband and wife team behind Hunt, Harvest, Health. They promote a healthy sustainable backcountry lifestyle and join me to talk about the benefits of CBD for backpackers and backcountry adventurers.

Kevin Bixby is the Executive Director of the SW Environmental Center and joins the podcast to discuss his views on why hunting ISN'T conservation and why it's important to begin including all user groups in the decisions involving conservation efforts.

Ben Crawford and his family are the largest family to ever thru-hike the Appalachian Trail and for the past 2 years, he's been writing the story of their hike. Ben joins the podcast to talk about his new book and what he learned along the way.

Chris Cage quit is a corporate job to travel and hike the Appalachian Trail. When he was done, he had a decision to make, either go back to corporate life or find a way to fund his new lifestyle. He chose the latter and founded Greenbelly Meals. Chris has had to make some life-changing decisions that all came at a cost, but that’s makes it an adventure. To risk the known for the unknown.

LEARN HOW TO BACKPACK is an online beginner backpacking course and on this episode of the podcast, I dive into why I created the course in the first place and run you through three of the modules included; Finding Your Backpacking Style, Managing Expectations, and Managing Your Body.

Chad Lubinski went from not knowing how to section hike to hiking the John Muir Trail in less than 2 years. His 2020 hike of the JMT gave him the confidence to tackle anything the trails could throw at him, but more importantly, the freedom to try.

A reader's heartfelt essay in response to my recently published article and podcast regarding the realities of modern hunting culture. This essay originally began as a private email that I suggested should be published for all to read.

What is the reality of hunting culture in modern times? Not what we think it is based on our own assumptions, but what it actually is based on the actions of the majority to take to the field each season. If we find that the majority of hunters knowingly operate outside the bounds of regulations and ethics, what does that mean for the future of hunting?

The Bergara Mountain Rifle 2.0 might just be the perfect rifle for backcountry mountain hunting. It checks all the boxes of durability, construction, performance, and weight savings. If you’re in the market for a lightweight backcountry rifle then you’ll want to take a look at this overview of the Bergara Mountain Rifle 2.0.

Backpack hunters hit the hills each fall making the same mistakes over and over again. Lessons are learned the hard way, but that doesn’t have to be the case for you. Here are 5 common mistakes backpack hunters make when backpacking.

This is NOT a gear episode and it doesn't include tips and tricks for backpacking. Instead, it's an open and honest discussion with Mark Huelsing where we get to explore a number of topics including the idea that being bad at something is actually good.