Episode 76 Pack No Fears with Frans Diepstraten
Frans sent me an email a while back detailing an experience he had in the mountains while on a trail run with his dog. In years past, he would have brought a mountain of gear “just in case” but this time he packed only what he needed so he could move more quickly and cover more ground.
Halfway through the run he found himself in deep snow and had a moment of “what if.” He resolved to keep moving until he found himself back on the main trail headed to the truck. From this experience Frans began to have some realizations about how much gear is too much gear and how much is too little.
On this episode we explore this exact topic. We talk about what can be achieved by bringing only the essentials and Frans’ personal journey in backpacking.
Lot’s of great stuff to think about in this one!
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Emory R. Wanger
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Show Notes
Introduction to Frans
Thoughts on public lands having come from the Netherlands to Canada
The learning curve of backcountry hunting
What kept Frans going back after having a less than idea experience
Reducing pack weight and living simple in the backcountry
Frans’ thoughts after an experience on a recent day trip
The great debate of how much gear to bring and when
On mental awareness in the backcountry
Exploring various gear loadouts
What opportunities exist when you reduce pack weight
Thoughts on using emergency beacons
Moving forward in future backcountry endeavors
How the hunting mindset has impacted other outdoor activities and adventures
How to follow up with Frans
