Outdoors with Hiking Bob
631 episodes - English - Latest episode: 18 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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252 Physical Therapist Alicia Filley and Post-COVID Health and Fitness
May 26, 2021 07:00 - 57 minutes - 38.6 MBOn this week's podcast, the guest is physical therapist and "The Healthy Hiker", Alicia Filley. A frequent guest on the podcast, and Bob's resident expert on fitness, she talks about how to get rid of the extra "COVID weight" many people seemed to gain, and how to exercise at home to get in shape for the summer hiking season. The Healthy Hiker website: Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Wild Westendorf on , and Listen o...
251 Mandy Horvath plans to climb Mt Kilimanjaro
May 19, 2021 06:30 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob chats with Mandy Horvath, the "Lifeproof Bionic Woman". Mandy recounts the traumatic event that permanently changed her life, the challenges that followed, and her accomplishments along the way. Her next challenge is to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro, and she talks about her preparation and fund raising efforts for the climb. : : https://www.gofundme.com/f/MandyHKilimanjaro This podcast sponsored by Springs Homes. Find them at Please consider becoming a patron of this po...
250 153 Person hike; More land access restrictions; Gold Camp Road closure
May 11, 2021 05:41 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss an illegal hiking group of 153 people in the Grand Canyon; more land access restrictions coming; and should Gold Camp Road in Colorado Springs be permanently closed?; Colorado Public Lands Day Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Wild Westendorf on , and Listen on , and
249 Fatal Bear Attack; 14'ers closed; maps
May 05, 2021 06:13 - 36 minutes - 27.4 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss a very rare fatal bear attack in Colorado; a couple of 14er's that have been closed by their private owners and what led it to happen; a free source of topographical maps, and more. Topo maps: Local trail maps: Pocket Pals trail maps This podcast sponsored by Springs Homes. Find them at Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Wild Westendorf on , and Listen on , and
248 Keep Colorado Wild Pass; Discounted CPW park passes; SAR study
April 28, 2021 08:45 - 43 minutes - 31.9 MBOn this week's podcast, there's a lot of outdoor recreation politics for Colorado. First, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss the "Keep Colorado Wild Pass" bill that was recently introduced in the state senate. You can read the bill language here: and read the FAQ here: Then, they discuss a new program allowing for bulk purchasing of yearly state park passes at discounted rates. And finally, the "Strengthening Backcountry Search and Rescue" bill: And FAQ: Please consider becoming a patron of t...
247 Leave Wildlife Alone; Bear Attack, What went wrong in Death Valley
April 21, 2021 08:58 - 45 minutes - 33.2 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss Colorado Parks and Wildlife's campaign to remind people to leave wildlife alone; a bear attack near Yellowstone; a tragic incident in Death Valley National Park, and how tips on how to avoid a similar fate; damage to ancient petroglyphs in Utah and more. This episode sponsored by the real estate pros at springshomes.com Colorado Parks and Wildlife ": Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking...
246 Get to Know the Colorado Mountain Club
April 14, 2021 15:02 - 53 minutes - 39 MBOn this episode of the podcast, Bob chats with Keegan Young, the Executive Director of the Colorado Mountain Club. They discuss the history of the club, it's organizational structure, and emphasis on training and advocacy, and more. Colorado Mountain Club website: CMC.org Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Wild Westendorf on , and Listen on , and
245 A visit with the Friends of the Equestrian Skills Course
April 07, 2021 16:11 - 18 minutes - 15 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob talks with Debbie Bibb from the Friends of the Equestrian Skills Course. They discuss the training opportunities they provide for equestrians, and how they work to improve interactions with other trail users. Also, the discuss an upcoming fund-raiser for the group. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Wild Westendorf on , and Listen on , and
244 Finding trails when traveling; Hiker stabs biker!?; more
March 31, 2021 07:11 - 47 minutes - 34.3 MBThis week Bob and co-host Kevin talk about how they find hiking trails while traveling, and an incident in Washington State where a hiker and cyclist argued over right-of-way, which resulting in one getting stabbed. Who was right and who was wrong? Bob and Kevin weigh in, and discuss the nuances of trail etiquette. Also, did REI change their reward/dividend policy again this year? And, Pikes Peak Summit is closed! Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more infor...
243 An update on the Ring the Peak Trail
March 24, 2021 18:15 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob chats with Mike Rigney, Ring the Peak project manager for the Trails and Open Space Coalition about the status of the trail network around Pikes Peak, and the progress towards getting the gaps in the network closed. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Wild Westendorf on , and Listen on , and
242 Blizzard; Parks Dept head retiring; e-bikes on trails? and more
March 17, 2021 07:23 - 39 minutes - 29.2 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss the recent blizzard to hit Colorado and what it means for recreation and the environment. Also, a local parks department head is retiring, more e-bikes coming to trails and parks, and much more. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Wild Westendorf on , and Listen on , and
241 Colorado Wilderness Act and Colorado Outdoor Recreation and Economy Act explained
March 10, 2021 07:50 - 39 minutes - 28.3 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob talks with Jim Lockhart and John Stansfield who both represent local outdoor advocacy group Wild Connections, and also the Pikes Peak region's chapter of the Sierra Club. They discuss the Colorado Wilderness Act and the Colorado Outdoor Recreation and Economy Act, and get into what the legislation's will do, and their impact on outdoor recreation in Colorado. Also, some thoughts on the relocation of the Bureau of Land Management from Washington DC to Grand Junction...
240 No REI dividends?, Russian mystery solved, Maps vs GPS
March 03, 2021 16:57 - 45 minutes - 32.3 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob and Kevin discuss retail giant REI's decision to not give out dividends to members this year, and the reaction they're getting. Also, a "cold case" mystery involving Russian hikers may have been solved, and the age old question of which is better: a paper map or a GPS is addressed. Russian mystery article: Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Wild Westendorf on , and Listen on , and
239 A local trails legend passes away; National Parks app, and more
February 24, 2021 08:01 - 34 minutes - 25.5 MBOn this week's episode, Bob and co-host Kevin reflect on the untimely death of a local trails and park legend; review a new app for National Parks; discuss if the recent snow will make for a good wildflower season, and more. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Wild Westendorf on , and Listen on , and
238 El Paso County Search and Rescue
February 17, 2021 15:51 - 1 hour - 43.8 MBOn this week's episode, Bob talks with Brian Kinsey, the Deputy Operations Director for El Paso County (CO) Search and Rescue. They discuss the history of the organization, what kind of missions it responds to, and the training its members undergo. Also, how to safely recreate outdoors, and more. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Wild Westendorf on , and Listen on , and
237 Avalanche safety; CPW Wildlife Area Pass; Pay-to-play; EPC parks hiring
February 10, 2021 08:11 - 45 minutes - 32.4 MBIn this week's podcast, Bob and Kevin discuss the high number of avalanche incidents recently in the western US, including Colorado, and how to be avalanche aware. Also, a proposal from Colorado Parks and Wildlife to establish a recreational pass for wildlife areas. It is ready for prime-time?, They also discuss if Colorado is becoming a "pay-to-play" state for outdoor recreation, and finally, a interesting job opening in El Paso County Parks. Links mentioned in this podcast: Please consid...
236 Muddy Trails, Answering a listener request, shooting ranges in forests?
February 03, 2021 07:05 - 37 minutes - 27.9 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss the etiquette of hiking on muddy trails (it is a thing), we answer a listener question, and discuss the U.S. Forest Services plans for shooting ranges in the national forests. Public input on shooting ranges Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Wild Westendorf on , and Listen on , and
235 Snowshoer rescue; Listener question; Parks Dept 50th anniversary, more
January 27, 2021 08:26 - 43 minutes - 31.7 MBOn this week's episode, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss an incident of a snowshoer having to be rescued on Berthoud Pass. They discuss why it happened, and more importantly, how it could have been avoided. CBS4 report on the Berthoud Pass Colorado Avalanche Information Center Bob's recent articles about , and They also answer a listeners question: "When is a trail a trail?" The answer may not be very simple. Also, El Paso County Parks and a lot more. Please consider becoming a patron of th...
234 Physical Therapist Alicia Filley talks nutrition and staying active in the winter
January 20, 2021 09:10 - 1 hour - 47.3 MBOn this episode, Bob chats with Alicia Filley, "The Healthy Hiker" about nutrition and weight management during the winter months, and especially during COVID-19. Alicia offers tips on how to maintain a good diet in the winter, and how hikers can keep their "tank full" while on the trails. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Listen on , and
233 New Years Resolutions; What do listeners want to hear; winter hiking; Pikes Peak; more
January 13, 2021 13:00 - 59 minutes - 41.6 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss New Years resolutions; ask the listeners who and what they want to hear on future podcasts; discuss winter hiking equipment and preparation; why people shouldn't hike to the summit of Pikes Peak until spring; Hanging Lake; and a new national park. Links mentioned in this podcast: Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Wild Westendorf on , and Listen on , and
232 Colorado Springs Parks Director Karen Palus with year-end update
January 06, 2021 08:39 - 1 hour - 53.2 MBTo start off the new year (and aren't we glad it's finally 2021?), Bob's guest is Karen Palus, the director of Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services. We discuss what the department as accomplished in 2020 and what's ahead for 2021 (a new summit house!). We discuss how COVID-19 affected the operations of the department, the upcoming sesquicentennial and more. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Listen on , ...
231 El Paso County Parks Director Tim Wolken end-of-year update
December 30, 2020 08:04 - 45 minutes - 33.2 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob sits down for a chat with Tim Wolken, the head of El Paso County (CO) Community Services Department, which includes the county parks system. We discuss how some foresight from the county commissioners kept the department from taking a big financial hit during the COVID-19 crisis, the accomplishments of the parks department over the last year, and what's ahead for 2021. What new parks are coming, what parks are expanding, and what park is getting renamed, all in thi...
230 CSPD Crime Prevention Officers Chris Ausec and Wes Wilkerson
December 23, 2020 07:05 - 54 minutes - 46.3 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob talks with Colorado Springs Police Department Crime Prevention Officers Chris Ausec and Wes Wilkerson. They discuss crime rate in Colorado Springs and on its trails and in its parks (it's less than you think); what kind of crimes are most prevalent, and how to avoid becoming a victim; the homeless community and whether or not they contribute to the crime rate (the answer will surprise you); and more. This is a very lively and informative episode. Please consider b...
229 2020 IndyGive participant Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates
December 16, 2020 08:33 - 53 minutes - 38.4 MBThis week's podcast is features Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates, a group participating in the 2020 IndyGive! campaign. In this podcast I speak with MWTA Executive Director Cory Sutela and Board of Directors member Mike Rigney. We discuss the latest developments in outdoor recreation in the Pikes Peak region, catch up on what MWTA has been working on recently and also what is planned for the future. IndyGive website: Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more inform...
228 Hiking in Death Valley; Backcountry Winter Safety; the Monolith; more
December 09, 2020 07:25 - 50 minutes - 36 MBOn this week's podcast, Kevin returns and catches up with Bob. They discuss hiking in Death Valley, Valley of Fire and also in Arizona. They also discuss Colorado Backcountry Winter Safety Awareness week, the "Monolith" that was found in Utah and who they think is responsible for the debacle that followed, and more. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Wild Westendorf on , and Listen on , and
227.2 2020 Indy Give Participant Rocky Mtn Field Institute
December 02, 2020 09:00 - 51 minutes - 37.2 MBOn one of two podcasts this week featuring groups that are participating in the 2020 IndyGive! campaign, Bob talks with Rocky Mountain Field Institute Executive Director Jennifer Peterson. They discuss the work that RMFI has done to build and repair trails in Colorado Springs, El Paso County and the Colorado backcountry. They also discuss the work RMFI has done to train new crew leaders from other organizations. IndyGive website: Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for...
227.1 2020 Indy Give participant Palmer Land Conservancy
December 02, 2020 09:00 - 41 minutes - 29.8 MBOn one of two podcasts this week featuring groups that are participating in the 2020 IndyGive! campaign, Bob talks with Palmer Land Conservancy President and CEO Rebecca Jewett. They discuss the organizations recent name change, it's mission and it's work to preserve land for both recreation and agriculture. IndyGive website: Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Listen on , and
226.2 2020 Indy Give participating group Trails and Open Space Coalition
November 25, 2020 08:51 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBOn one of two episodes this week dedicated to groups participating in the 2020 Indy Give campaign, Bob talks with Trails and Open Spaces Coalition executive director Susan Davies. A frequent guest on the podcast, Susan gives an update on important issues surrounding parks, trails and open spaces in the Pikes Peak region and how you can support the groups work by donating via the Indy Give campaign. IndyGive website: Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more inform...
226.1 2020 Indy Give participating group Wild Connections
November 25, 2020 08:17 - 36 minutes - 26.2 MBOn one of two episodes this week dedicated to groups participating in the 2020 Indy Give campaign, Bob talks with Jim Lockhart and John Stansfield from "Wild Connections". They discuss what the group does to preserve public lands for recreation, and their work with land managers and other groups. They talk about what areas and issues are concerning them now, and how you can support their work via the Indy Give campaign. Wild Connections also appeared in an Wild Connections website: IndyG...
225.2 2020 Indy Give Campaign participants Friends of Monument Valley Park
November 18, 2020 08:35 - 33 minutes - 24.7 MBOn one of two episodes this week dedicated to groups participating in the 2020 Indy Give campaign, Bob talks with Doyle Lyons and Teri Peisner from the Friends of Monument Valley Park. They talk about the work the group is doing to restore the historic stone work in the park, and preserving a piece of Colorado Springs history. The Friends of Monument Valley Park also appeared in an Friends of Monument Valley Park website: IndyGive website: Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast...
225.1 2020 Indy Give participant Catamount Institute
November 18, 2020 07:53 - 33 minutes - 25.6 MBOn one of two podcasts this week dedicated to the 2020 IndyGive campaign, Bob talks with Christopher Aaby, the Executive Director of the Catamount Institute. They discuss the work they do with getting kids of all ages introduced to the outdoors, not only for recreation, but also to learn about science and nature. The Catamount Institute was also featured in Catamount Institute website: IndyGive website: Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hikin...
224 Hiking on Pikes Peak; Being prepared for hard hikes; e-bikes
November 11, 2020 07:44 - 1 hour - 42.6 MBOn this week's podcast Bob and co-host Kevin discuss their recent hike on Pikes Peak, and the logistics and planning behind it. Also, the unprepared hikers they ran into on the hike, and hikers who had to be rescued from Mt Elbert. They also discuss e-bikes on trails and a survey from Colorado Springs Parks Department, and Veterans Day. Links to topics in this week's episode: Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Wild Weste...
223 Fishers Peak opens; Indy Give; which GPS works best; misbehavior
November 04, 2020 09:00 - 58 minutes - 41.8 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss the limited opening of Fishers Peak State Park; a plea for non-profits to recognize their supporters and volunteers even in light of COVID-19 restraints; the start of the IndyGive campaign; what kind of GPS works best; and an example of terrible behavior in our public lands. Links to topics discussed this week: Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Wild Westendorf on , ...
222 Missing hiker in Zion NP-What really happened? Crime prevention, and more
October 28, 2020 08:00 - 39 minutes - 28.8 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob and Kevin discuss some questions surrounding the disappearance - and rescue - of a hiker who went missing in Zion National Park, and also a missing hiker near Mt. Rainier. Also, winter hiking preparation, recent hikes, and crime prevention when hiking. Links to topics in this podcast: Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Wild Westendorf on , and Listen on , and
221 Mountain lion encounter, missing hikers, winter weather prediction
October 21, 2020 08:31 - 54 minutes - 38.3 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss a mountain lion encounter in Utah; a couple of incidents involving missing hikers and how they turned out; how a nearby national forest district is changing how they do dispersed camping; and what the winter weather forecast looks like. Links to topics mentioned in this podcast: Mountain lion encounter: South Platte Ranger District dispersed camping rules: Winter weather forecast: Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visi...
220 Colorado Springs Mayor John Suthers is the guest
October 14, 2020 06:11 - 48 minutes - 35.2 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob's guest is Colorado Springs Mayor John Suthers. They discuss two issues on the 2020 ballot; General William Palmer's influence on governing the city almost 150 years after founding it; how Suthers ended up as mayor after a long career in public service, and a much, much more. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Listen on , and
219 Fall colors update; is Colorado Springs a safe place?; City budget has increases for parks;, more
October 07, 2020 07:15 - 42 minutes - 31.7 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob and co-host Kevin update on where to find fall colors, recent hikes in Great Sand Dunes National Park and on Cheyenne Mountain; increases in 2021 city budget for parks; discuss whether Colorado Springs is a safe city and how a recent tragedy was blown out of proportion; outage coming to COTREX (Colorado Trails Explorer), and more. Links discussed in this podcast: Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , a...
218 Fall colors update, winter camping, news about Fishers Peak, more
September 30, 2020 09:00 - 36 minutes - 27.6 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob and co-host Kevin give a fall colors update; talk about winter camping; Bob's frustrations with GoPro and more. Websites mentioned in this show: Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Wild Westendorf on , and Listen on , and
217 Nimby-ism, Pikes Peak Apex, Fall Colors, a new park, and more
September 23, 2020 06:57 - 1 hour - 45.6 MBBob and co-host Kevin talk about how Bob decides what trails to write about, and the push-back he gets from readers who don't want others hiking on "their" trails. Also discussed: Fall colors update; the Pikes Peak Apex bike race; a new park has just opened; the IndyGive is coming; the Tip and Trail of the Week and more. Leave No Trace Pikes Peak Apex race info Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Wild Westendorf on , and ...
216 Photographing Colorado's fall colors
September 16, 2020 06:43 - 57 minutes - 38.9 MBThis week's topic is Colorado's fall colors season with Bob and photographer Jim VanHoy talking about where and when to find the best colors and the best ways to capture them on your camera or cell phone. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Jim VanHoy's website: Hiking Bob on , and Listen on , and
215 Prepping for cooler weather; fall colors; Paint Mines; Manitou Incline trails, more
September 09, 2020 06:37 - 1 hour - 44.2 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss the recent unseasonable weather, and use it as an opportunity to talk about prepping for cooler weather. They also talk about the upcoming fall colors season; Bob's observations about usage at Paint Mines park; the new trails off of the Manitou Incline and whether it's proper to call them "bail-outs"; hiking at Dome Rock State Wildlife Area and Colony Lakes, and more. Also the Trail and Tip of the week! map Kevin mentions during the show...
214 Care for Colorado, Fishers Peak, Wildfires, Paint Mines, Tip and Trail of the week and more
September 02, 2020 06:58 - 37 minutes - 27.5 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob and Kevin talk about Colorado's , Cheyenne Mountain State Parks Trail Ambassador program, and and how they all tie together. They also discuss and it's progress towards opening. They discuss wildfires and how they can effect your health while hiking and your decision on whether or not to go hiking. They discuss the overuse and vandalism at Paint Mines Interpretive Park and what can be done about it. Tip and Trail of the week returns! Please consider becoming a ...
213 RMFI's Exec Director Jennifer Peterson
August 26, 2020 06:34 - 1 hour - 50.4 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob talks with Jennifer Peterson, the Executive Director of the Rocky Mountain Field Institute. Topics covered include progress on the Devils Playground Trail on Pikes Peak, their work on the Kit Carson and Challenger Peaks, and also their on-going work in Colorado Springs and El Paso County Parks. They also discuss the challenges of working during COVID-19, the expansion of the organizations scope of work, and much more. Rocky Mountain Field Institute website: Plea...
212 Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates Exec Director Cory Sutela is the guest
August 19, 2020 06:40 - 1 hour - 50.3 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob chats with Cory Sutela from Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates. They discuss recent changes in the organizations structure, their effort to get more people involved in advocacy, and much more. Medicine Wheel website: Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Listen on , and
211 Hiking and camping near San Isabel; schedule your hikes?; Wildfires
August 12, 2020 06:41 - 45 minutes - 34.2 MBOn this week's podcast, Bob and Kevin discuss hiking and camping opportunities in southern Colorado; scheduling hikes; wildfires in Colorado; bears and mishaps with bear spray, and more. National Park Service Facebook post about bears: https://www.facebook.com/nationalparkservice/posts/10157206218541389 Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Wild Westendorf on , and Listen on , and
210 Summer weather awareness, Manitou Incline Update, Green Mtn Falls, more
August 05, 2020 06:36 - 44 minutes - 32.9 MBOn this week's podcast Bob and Kevin discuss being weather aware during the monsoon season; the status of the Manitou Incline closure; Green Mountain Falls' possibly adopting a Trails Ambassador program in an effort to keep their trails open; a dog was attacked by a bear; a special offer from the Cumbres and Toltec Railroad for people wanting to ride the rails, but still stay socially distant; and more. Update: After this podcast was recorded, Manitou Springs City Council approved the Memoran...
209 Colorado Springs Cultural Services Manager Matt Mayberry is the guest
July 29, 2020 06:30 - 1 hour - 43.3 MBColorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department's Cultural Services Manager Matt Mayberry is the guest on this episode. We discuss the origins of Colorado Springs, and General Palmers vision of what the city would become. We discuss Palmer's building wide boulevards and planning for large, green spaces, with many parks. We also discuss Colorado Spring's philanthropic history, to include not only Palmer, but also Spencer Penrose, Winfield Scott Stratton, Charles Perkins, ...
208 Wild Westendorf is back, Manitou Incline closure, will GMF close it's trails?
July 22, 2020 07:07 - 47 minutes - 34.9 MBOn this week's podcast, Kevin "Wild" Westendorf returns to the show and catches up with Bob on his recent hikes and future plans. They discuss the on-going closure of the Manitou Incline, and Green Mountain Falls considering closing it's trails (they decided not to...). Also a reminder that a fishing or hunting license is needed to hike in Colorado State Wildlife Areas, and more. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Wild West...
207 Physical Therapist Alicia Filley talks about hiking in the summer heat
July 15, 2020 12:00 - 50 minutes - 36.6 MBOn this week's podcast, physical therapist Alicia Filley visits to talk about hiking in the summer heat. She and Bob discuss the differences between heat stress, heat exhaustion and heat stroke; how much water should you carry and drink while hiking; whether sports drinks do you any good, and a lot more. Visit Alicia Filley's website: Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Listen on , and
206 Manitou Springs City Council person Steven Bremner discusses the Incline
July 08, 2020 07:14 - 50 minutes - 37.2 MBOn this week's podcast, the guest is Manitou Springs City Council member Steve Bremner. Besides being the newest member of city council, he is active in the outdoor recreation community in the Pikes Peak region. During this interview, he offers the Manitou Springs viewpoint regarding the Manitou Incline, and some proposals on how to alleviate the problems brought on by traffic due to the Incline, and to get the Incline back open for use. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Vi...