Outdoors with Hiking Bob
631 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago - ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsBob Falcone shares tips and news about outdoor recreation in the Pikes Peak region. Bob covers trails, clothing, equipment, volunteerism, tourism, politics, photography, destinations and preparedness.
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402 Rocky Mountain Field Institute's Jolie NeSmith
April 17, 2024 10:01 - 44 minutes - 32.6 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob interviews Jolie NeSmith, the Executive Director of the Rocky Mountain Field Institute (RMFI). They talk about her first year at the helm, including challenges and accomplishments, and then move on to discuss the 2024 work season. The review the projects RMFI will be working on, with an update on the multi-year Devils Playground Trail project. Also, how people can support RMFI, including volunteer opportunities, both in the field and administrative help. RMFI web...
401 Luis Benitez and How Outdoor Recreation can Save the World
April 10, 2024 08:00 - 56 minutes - 42.2 MBBob chats with Luis Benitez, the author of "Higher Ground: How The Outdoor Recreation Industry Can Save The World". The first head of Colorado's Outdoor Recreation Industry Office, and a leader in the outdoor recreation industry, he talks with Bob about the need to change how outdoor recreation in the United States is funded and managed, and how he believes that doing so could have an impact on much more than recreation. Order the book here: https://tinyurl.com/2uemmpkk Please consider becomi...
400 The Healthy Hiker talks about taking care of our feet
April 03, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 49.1 MBThis week's podcast is all about feet and how to take care of them. Bob is joined by frequent guest Physical Therapist and "Healthy Hiker" Alicia Filley, for an enlightening talk about feet. From common injuries, to how to decipher pain, to socks and shoes, they cover almost anything you'd want to know about feet and hiking. The Healthy Hiker website: https://www.thehealthyhiker.com/ Due to a series of technical challenges while recording this podcast, there is some extraneous noise presen...
399 Terrain Hoppers come to Cheyenne Mountain SP
March 27, 2024 08:46 - 39 minutes - 27.9 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob and Kevin discuss trail projects at two of Colorado Springs' most popular parks; one master plan is being finalized while another is starting. Also Cheyenne Mountain State Park has new Terrain Hoppers for visitors with accessiblity issues; will you able to see the April solar eclipse from Colorado? And finally, in the aftermath of Kevins recent medical emergency, he's asking for your help. Kevin's GoFundMe Campaign: https://bitly.ws/3gM3L Trail projects in North Ch...
398 CPW update. Also winter driving, choosing footwear and more
March 20, 2024 10:00 - 31 minutes - 22.5 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob and co-host Wild Westendorf discuss the latest developments with the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission. Also, winter driving, choosing the right hiking footwear and Kevin has another medical scare. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information Hiking Bob website: https://www.HikingBob.com Wild Westendorf website: https://wildwestendorf.wordpress.com/ Where to listen, download and subscribe to t...
397 What's going on with the CPW Commission?
March 13, 2024 10:00 - 30 minutes - 22.3 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob and Kevin talk about Daylight Saving Time, the hubbub over some appointments to the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission, and why are some hikers and cyclists harrassing construction workers? Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information Hiking Bob website: https://www.HikingBob.com Wild Westendorf website: https://wildwestendorf.wordpress.com/ Where to listen, download and subscribe to this podca...
396 Where are the best behaved hikers?
March 06, 2024 11:00 - 31 minutes - 26.3 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob flies solo! He discusses his next major "bucket list" trip, hiking in the desert, where are the best behaved hikers and cyclists. Also, the master plan process is ending for one Colorado Springs park and starting for another one, controversy with the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission and more. Fishers Canyon Master Plan survey: https://coloradosprings.gov/fisherscanyon Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob ...
395 Meet a US Forest Service Tribal Liaison
February 28, 2024 11:00 - 55 minutes - 41.7 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob talks with Dr. Jason Herbert, the Tribal Liaison with the Pike-San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands (PSICC). Dr. Herbert, the first person to hold this position with the PSICC, talks about his previous experiences working with Native American tribes in the southern U.S. prior to working with the USFS, and now his position in the PSICC. He discusses why a "Tribal Liaison" is important, what his mission is, and how it may affect ...
394: Bob tries out Cross-Country skiing
February 21, 2024 11:00 - 44 minutes - 33.1 MBThis week's podcast goes back out into the field, as Bob tries out cross-country skiing for the first time. Michael Brothers from the Woodmoor Nordic Cross-Country skiing center gives Bob a quick lesson on how to ski and afterwards, they talk about how well Bob did - or didn't - do. They also discuss the history of the skiing center, and what is available there. Woodmoor Nordic Cross-Country skiing: https://www.woodmoornordicnonprofit.org/ Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Vi...
393 Winter hiking etiquette, avalanches, mountain lions, and more
February 14, 2024 11:00 - 32 minutes - 24.9 MBCo-host Kevin returns for this week's podcast, and he and Bob catch up on recent events. They also discuss winter hiking etiquette, and avalanche danger, mountain lion management, a new El Paso County nature center, movie suggestions and more. CPW SE Region Mountain Lion Management meetings: http://tinyurl.com/mr3wbfpc CAIC: https://avalanche.state.co.us/ Fox Run Nature Center Public Meetings: https://www.tdg-frnc.com/events/ Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://w...
392 El Paso County Parks 2023 Review, a look at 2024
February 07, 2024 11:00 - 40 minutes - 29.9 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob chats with El Paso County Parks Department Director Todd Marts. They discuss the accomplishments of the department in 2023, and what's ahead for 2024 and beyond. Items discussed include the success of the departments "Trailability" program, Paint Mines Park, the proposed Fox Run Park Nature Center, how the parks are recovering from last years bad weather, and also funding, to include whether a special county-wide program, similar to Colorado Springs' TOPS Program...
391 Colorado Springs Parks 2023 Recap & What's Ahead in 2024
January 31, 2024 11:00 - 59 minutes - 43.2 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob chats with Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department Director Britt Haley. They discuss the signifcant accomplishments of the department in 2023, and what's ahead for 2024, including e-bikes, Blodgett and Fishers Canyon master plans, and more. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information Hiking Bob website: https://www.HikingBob.com Wild Westendorf website: https://wildwes...
390 Get to Know Fremont Adventure Recreation
January 24, 2024 11:00 - 37 minutes - 29.6 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob interviews Ashlee Sack from Fremont Adventure Recreation (FAR), based in Canon City, CO. The discuss the short history of FAR, and their work to build new trails in the Canon City area, and also build awareness of the outdoor recreation opportunities in the Fremont County. FAR website: http://www.joinfar.org/ Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information Hiking Bob website: https://www.HikingBob.co...
389 Can You Violate Air Space While Hiking?
January 17, 2024 11:00 - 36 minutes - 27.2 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob and co-host Kevin talk about why it was more than 20 degrees warmer 4,000' higher in elevation; new trail map for the Town of Green Mountain Falls; and how is it possible to violate someone's "air space" while hiking (someone is literally making a Federal case out of it). "air space" amicus brief: https://bitly.ws/39U3J Green Mountain Falls trail map: https://bitly.ws/39U6c Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbo...
388 Winter Hiking
January 10, 2024 11:00 - 44 minutes - 33.1 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss winter hiking, including how to prepare and where to go. Also, why now is the time to buy gear for next winter, the podcast's return to the Studio 809 group, why a road in a popular local park is closed, how many miles Bob hikes in 2023 and much more. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information Hiking Bob website: https://www.HikingBob.com Wild Westendorf website: https:/...
387 Welcome to 2024
January 03, 2024 11:00 - 30 minutes - 22.3 MBIt's the New Year, and Bob and Kevin look back at 2023 and forward to 2024. What did they do (or didn't do) last year, and what is ahead for them this year? Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information Hiking Bob website: https://www.HikingBob.com Wild Westendorf website: https://wildwestendorf.wordpress.com/ Where to listen, download and subscribe to this podcast: https://pod.link/outdoorswithhikingbob
386 Bob and Kevin catch up
December 27, 2023 11:00 - 33 minutes - 23.9 MBAfter a long break while Bob was doing interviews, Kevin returns to the podcast. He and Bob discuss the holidays, winter gear and when is the best time to buy, donating to the Give Campaign and other organizations, how to recycle your Christmas tree, first day hikes, and more. Give campaign: https://givepikespeak.org/ Care and Share: https://careandshare.org/ Friends of Cheyenne Mountain State Park: https://friendsofcmsp.org/ First Day hikes: https://bitly.ws/37mQY Please consider becoming ...
385 Give Pikes Peak Participant Catamount Institute
December 20, 2023 11:00 - 31 minutes - 23.6 MBIn the last of a series with groups particpating in the 2023 Give Pikes Peak campaign, Bob talks with Heather Graves, the Executive Director of the Catamount Institute They discuss the work the Catamount Institute does to introduce school age children to the outdoors, and how the can also prepare them for outdoor-related careers. They discuss how the institute works with schools, social organizations and home schooled children and parents, from kindergarten through to high school, and why don...
384 Give Pikes Peak Participant Friends of Monument Valley Park
December 13, 2023 11:00 - 22 minutes - 18 MBIt's time for the annual Give Pikes Peak campaign, and on this week's episode, Bob talks with Teri Peisner from the Friends of Monument Valley Park They discuss the work the group has done over the years to protect and restore the many old stone structures in Monument Valley Park, many of which go back to Colorado Springs' founder, General Palmer. They also discuss what projects are still ahead, and how support from Give donors will help them match grants and extend their resources. Give cam...
383 Give Pikes Peak Participant RMFI
December 07, 2023 18:04 - 34 minutes - 26 MBIt's time for the annual Give Pikes Peak campaign, and on this week's episode, Bob talks with Calla Balliett from the Rocky Mountain Field Institute (RMFI) They talk about the work RMFI does on trails and in parks in the Pikes Peak region and how support during the Give campaign can help them continue their work. Give campaign: https://givepikespeak.org/ Rocky Mountain Field Institute: https://www.rmfi.org/ Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hik...
382 Give Pikes Peak Participant Palmer Land Conservancy
November 29, 2023 11:00 - 33 minutes - 26.1 MBIt's time for the annual Give Pikes Peak campaign, and on this week's episode, Bob talks with Kristie Nackord from the Palmer Land Conservancy. They talk about what the Palmer Land Conservancy does to secure land for not only recreation, but also for farming and ranching in the southern Colorado, and how support during the Give campaign can help them continue their work. Give campaign: https://givepikespeak.org/ Palmer Land Conservancy: https://www.palmerland.org/ Please consider becoming a...
381 Who we appreciate on Thanksgiving
November 22, 2023 11:00 - 27 minutes - 21 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob and Kevin talk about who they are thankful for in their pursuit of outdoor recreation. Also, taking care of yourself and others, mentally and physically, and more. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information Hiking Bob website: https://www.HikingBob.com Wild Westendorf website: https://wildwestendorf.wordpress.com/ Where to listen, download and subscribe to this podcast: https://pod.link/outdoorsw...
380 Kevin has a health scare
November 15, 2023 11:00 - 30 minutes - 23.4 MBOn this week's podcast: Wild Westendorf talks about an acute health scare he had over the weekend, and discuss taking better care of ourselves. Also, Bob talks about a movie that does a great job telling the story of a real-life incident. They also talk about the Give Pikes Peak campaign, and what plans they have made for next year. Give campaign: https://givepikespeak.org/ Movie mentioned in this episode: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13033424/ Please consider becoming a patron of this podc...
379 Give Pikes Peak Participant TOSC
November 08, 2023 11:00 - 29 minutes - 22.7 MBIt's time for the annual Give Pikes Peak campaign, and on this week's episode, Bob talks with Trails and Open Spaces Coalition (TOSC) executive director Susan Davies. They talk about what TOSC accomplished with the funds raised during last years Give campaign, and what they hope to do in 2024 with funds raised this year. Also, they discuss what will be the hot topics concerning outdoor recreation in the Pikes Peak region in 2024 Give campaign: https://givepikespeak.org/ Trails and Open Spac...
378 A Day in the Life of a USFS Law Enforcement Officer
November 01, 2023 10:00 - 50 minutes - 36.7 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob spends a day riding along with a U.S. Forest Service Law Enforcement Officer in the Pikes Peak Ranger District in Colorado's Pike National Forest. Find out what it's like to be responsible for protecting one of our countries most valuable resources. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information Hiking Bob website: https://www.HikingBob.com Wild Westendorf website: https://wildwestendorf.wordpress.co...
377 It's Official - We're the Best!
October 25, 2023 07:45 - 28 minutes - 21.6 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob announces that this podcast has been named the "Best Podcast for 2023". Find out by whom, and how it decided... Also, the Colorado Springs "Discover COS" calendar for 2024 has been released; the current status of the Blodgett Open Space Master Plan and the Fox Run Park Nature Center; Bob's recent trip to the east coast, and more! Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information Hiking Bob website: http...
376 A Hike on Fishers Peak
October 18, 2023 10:00 - 22 minutes - 17.9 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob re-visits Fishers Peak State Park with park manager Crystal Dreiling. They hike the much anticpated trail to the summit of the peak, and along the way discuss the trail itself, including the distance and difficulty future users can expect. Also, the future plans for the park. https://cpw.state.co.us/placestogo/Parks/FishersPeak https://www.fisherspeakstatepark.com/ Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more...
375 Teller Country Regional Animal Shelter returns
October 11, 2023 10:01 - 44 minutes - 32.6 MBThis week, we're visited again by Angie Davis, the Executive Director of the Teller County (CO) Regional Animal Shelter. We discuss pets that need the human equivilent of service dogs, and also for humans, what is the difference between a service and a support animal. Also, some fun fund-raising this month for TCRAS. TCRAS website: https://www.tcrascolorado.org/ Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information Hiking Bob website:...
374 Colorado Springs city budget; CPW being sued; Fall Colors
October 04, 2023 12:36 - 29 minutes - 22.7 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob and Kevin discuss the draft of the Colorado Springs City budget and how it affects the parks department. Also, Colorado Parks and Wildlife is being sued over access to some public lands. And finally, how the fall colors are looking in Colorado. Colorado Springs Budget: https://tinyurl.com/3vzr65ra CPW being sued: https://tinyurl.com/37ybbtxr Bob's appearance on Fox 21 News about fall colors: https://tinyurl.com/5n8cvj6z Please consider becoming a patron of this pod...
373 Fall colors update, hiking the Continental Divide Trail
September 27, 2023 06:38 - 41 minutes - 31 MBOn this week's podcast: An update on where to see fall colors in Colorado this weekend; Bob talks about his recent trip to Salida, Colorado, and hiking part of the Continental Divide Trail; more on Colorado Springs 2024 city budget; plans for next year? Colorado Springs City Council: https://tinyurl.com/43nkxvcd Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information Hiking Bob website: https://www.HikingBob.com Wild Westendorf website:...
372 City Parks Budget on the Line; Sun Writer has Facts Wrong
September 20, 2023 10:00 - 52 minutes - 38.1 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss a moose attack and an unfounded rumor that followed it; public support is needed to make sure the Colorado Springs Parks Department doesn't suffer disproportionate funding cuts next year; a Colorado Sun editorial about outdoor recreation was riddled with errors. Is the writer selfish? And finally, Bob is teaching a fall colors photography workshop. Colorado Sun editorial: https://tinyurl.com/yr3wxh9k Fall Colors Workshop: https://tinyurl....
371 USFS Partnership Coordinator Jennifer Peterson
September 13, 2023 10:00 - 53 minutes - 39.3 MBJennifer Peterson, the "Partnership Coordinator" with the U.S. Forest Service's Pike-San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands (PSICC) is Bob's guest. Formerly an executive director for a non-profit, she describes what the Partnership Coordinator does, and how that integrates with non-profit, for-profit and other government agencies. They also discuss the "Wildfire Crisis Strategy" in the national forests and how that has encompassed her duties over the last 9...
370 Missing hikers on the PCT; it's bear season; Fall colors
September 06, 2023 09:00 - 35 minutes - 26.8 MBOn this week;s podcast, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss hiking over Labor Day weekend; bears starting to eat before hibernating; what happened to three missing hikers on the Pacific Crest Trail. Trail of the Lost: https://bit.ly/3LbX8h8 CPW Bear Aware info: https://bit.ly/3syZEr1 Fall foliage map: https://bit.ly/3ErLrPn Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information Hiking Bob website: https://www.HikingBob.com Wild Westendorf we...
369 Hiking in the Chama Valley
August 30, 2023 06:41 - 35 minutes - 26.6 MBOn this week's podcast Bob and co-host Kevin discuss a variety of topics: Hiking in the Chama Valley of Colorado and New Mexico Bob discusses his recent diet and weight loss and how it's affected his hiking. Update on the recent podcast about a hiker who was assaulted. And, more. Dr. Kells: https://bit.ly/3KXGhhB Sandy's Go Fund Me: https://gofund.me/ac23729b Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information Hiking Bob website: ht...
368 Colorado Springs Mayor Yemi Mobolade
August 23, 2023 06:22 - 32 minutes - 24.5 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob interviews newly elected Mayor Yemi Mobolade (Mayor Yemi, as he prefers to be called). They discuss Mayor Yemi's vision for the city in general, and specifically the Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department. The discussion ranges from general funding of the department, to the large maintenance and infrastructure backlog of the department, to public safety. Colorado Springs City Government: https://coloradosprings.gov/ Please consider be...
367 Assaulted on a Trail, then Victim Blamed
August 16, 2023 09:00 - 44 minutes - 31.4 MBOn this week's podcast, things take a serious note as Bob interviews "Sandy" a woman hiker who was viciously assaulted while hiking. Sandy tells the story of her assault, and how friends, family and even public safety members attempted to blame her for the incident. Bob talks about his ire at both the assault and its aftermath. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information Hiking Bob website: https://www.HikingBob.com Wild ...
366 Bears! Also, What the heck is Leave No Trace doing?
August 09, 2023 09:00 - 53 minutes - 37.9 MBOn this week's podcast, the topics include: bear encounters; how to understand GPS coordinate formats and how to understand the GPS app in your phone; and Leave No Trace wants to do what? Colorado Bear Attack: https://bit.ly/47h6Ckx Night of the Grizzlies podcast: https://bit.ly/3s67h8o Leave No Trace 7 Principles: https://bit.ly/3QrPFh5 Coordinate Formats: https://bit.ly/3OM3Lsl Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information ...
365 The Center of the United States is Where?
August 02, 2023 06:23 - 46 minutes - 32.8 MBOn this week's episode, Bob gives final update on his most recent road trip, and asks the question: Where is the center of the United States? The answer might surprise you. Also, he and co-host Kevin discuss bear and bison encounters, a tragedy in Colorado's high-country and lessons to be learned, and a private landowners efforts to allow hikers on his property. The geographic center of the US: https://bit.ly/3q6Jdl7 Tragedy in Colorado's high country: bit.ly/3qd6gum Landowner allows access ...
364 Bob Visits Theodore Roosevelt National Park
July 26, 2023 06:17 - 28 minutes - 22.5 MBOn this week's podcast, it's just Bob and he talks about his trip to Theodore Roosevelt National Park in North Dakota. Also, visiting Mt Rushmore, and a special Patreon subscriber only event coming up. Theodore Roosevelt National Park webite: www.NPS.gov/THRO Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information Hiking Bob website: https://www.HikingBob.com Wild Westendorf website: https://www.Wildwestendorf.com Where to listen, down...
363 Colorado Springs Mountain Bike Association
July 19, 2023 08:00 - 39 minutes - 28.4 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob chats with Keith Thompson from the Colorado Springs Mountain Bike Association,the newest mountain bike group in Colorado Springs. They discuss why there was a desire for a new mountain bike group, what sets them apart from other groups, and what kind of work they are doing. Also, a discussion regarding rogue trails in the region. Colorado Springs Mountain Bike Association website: https://cosmba.org/ Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https:/...
362 Trail talk and upcoming events
July 12, 2023 12:36 - 31 minutes - 22.8 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob and Kevin discuss some updates from recent podcasts and discuss some recent trail experiences. Also some upcoming events and... dad jokes? Starlight Spectacular: bit.ly/3NPyQtD Cheyenne Mountain Run: bit.ly/3JTRjnz Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information Hiking Bob website: https://www.HikingBob.com Wild Westendorf website: https://www.Wildwestendorf.com Where to listen, download and subscri...
361 An Independence Day Message
July 04, 2023 06:52 - 10 minutes - 8.37 MBThis week, Bob shares some thoughts about Independence Day. Also, some exciting news. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information Hiking Bob website: https://www.HikingBob.com Wild Westendorf website: https://www.Wildwestendorf.com Where to listen, download and subscribe to this podcast: https://pod.link/outdoorswithhikingbob
360 Trail workers being harassed
June 28, 2023 08:00 - 49 minutes - 34.9 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob and Kevin discuss recent extreme weather in the Colorado, and the arrival of summer weather, including how to safely recreate in it. Also, a group of rogue cyclists are harassing and threatening trail workers. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information Hiking Bob website: https://www.HikingBob.com Wild Westendorf website: https://www.Wildwestendorf.com Where to listen, download and subscribe to ...
359 Politics and Outdoor Recreation
June 21, 2023 14:32 - 47 minutes - 33.6 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob chats with Trails and Open Spaces Coalition (TOSC) Executive Director Susan Davies about thhe political makeup of Colorado Springs' city council and mayor's office, and how that might affect outdoor recreation. Will the new elected officials have a positive influence on city parks and open spaces? Also, our friends groups need your help. TOSC website: https://www.trailsandopenspaces.org/ Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patre...
358 Can't We All Get Along?
June 14, 2023 06:26 - 33 minutes - 24.1 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss conflicts between users on trails and why no one group is better than any other. Also, safety during rainstorms, and Bob is doing a presentation at Mountain Chalet on how to use Colorado's Trail Explorer app. Mountain Chalet event: https://bit.ly/3Xlfotj Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information Hiking Bob website: https://www.HikingBob.com Wild Westendorf website: http...
357 Don't pet the big furry things
June 07, 2023 05:52 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob and co-host Kevin plead with people to stop harrassing wildlife and highlight a couple more cases of people acting stupidly. Also, volunteer opportuniities at the Garden of the Gods Visitors Center and Cheyenne Mountain State Park, and the tremendous contibution that volunteers provide in the Pikes Peak region. And, an update from last week's podcast on the delayed response to a 9-1-1 call, and a request from a local reporter to hear from people who experienced a d...
356 Crime in parks?
May 31, 2023 04:40 - 45 minutes - 32.2 MBThis week Bob and Co-host Kevin discuss a crime that some news media inaccurately said occured on a popular trail. Then, Bob talks about an incident in an open space that caused him to call 9-1-1 and what he feels was an unacceptable response from the Colorado Springs Police Department. Also: Bob has an upcoming wildflower photography class at the Garden of the Gods and Cheyenne Mountain State Park is looking for new trail ambassadors. Wildflower Photography workshop: https://bit.ly/3IJpqhp T...
355 You Can't Always Get What You Want
May 24, 2023 06:31 - 49 minutes - 35.1 MBWhat does a classic Rolling Stone song have to do with outdoor recreation? There is a connection, and Bob and co-host Kevin discuss it in this weeks podcast. "You Can't Always Get What You Want" : bit.ly/3MVkkkZ Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information Hiking Bob website: https://www.HikingBob.com Wild Westendorf website: https://www.Wildwestendorf.com Where to listen, download and subscribe to this podcast: https://pod....
354 El Paso County Parks Trailability Program
May 17, 2023 07:03 - 43 minutes - 30.8 MBOn this week's show, Bob's guest is Kylee Taylor, the program coordinator for the El Paso County (CO) "Trailability Program". The program uses specialized Terrain Hopper vehicles to enable people with disabilities the opportunity to enjoy trails and parks. They discuss how the vehicles work, who can use them and how they can make a reservation to go on on a motorized hike. They also discuss where the Terrain Hoppers are in use, and plans to deploy more of them in the El Paso County Parks S...
353 Wildlife Encounters
May 10, 2023 06:48 - 34 minutes - 25 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss two wildlife encounters that occured in Colorado Springs. In the first, they discuss a mountain lion sighting in the Garden of the Gods along a busy trail. It generated a lot of publicity and many social media posts, but they discuss why seeing a mountain lion in the wild is not a good thing. The second encounter was with a bear that was euthanized after entering a house several times. Subsequent investigation revealed why the bear kept re...