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Stuff Belle Says

23 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago -

Life lessons, light-bulb moments on the trails, and daily adventures.

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11. Top 3 Lessons in 2020 On and Off Trail

December 17, 2020 08:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MB

2020 has been a whirlwind of a year for all of us. In this episode, we talk about the top 3 lessons we learned on and off trail.

10. Slowing Down | Single Ladies Backpacking Trip at Kings Canyon National Park

November 19, 2020 08:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MB

Are you good at slowing down? In this episode, we talk about what it means to slow down, enjoy life, and make lasting memories. We took an overnight trip out in the Rae Lakes Loop and explored Paradise Valley in Kings Canyon National Park. It was the most chill trip we've ever had. You'll hear this raw and real version of us on the trail. Hope you enjoy this episode!

9. Lessons from the HST with Matty & Sharon (Part 2 of 2) | The High Sierra Trail Series (Part 4 of 4)

October 22, 2020 13:00 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MB

This episode concludes the High Sierra Trail series with hiking buddies Matty and Sharon. Reminiscing everything we experienced and learned on the HST, this episode is packed with lots of laughter and some deep life lessons.  Connect with us: Follow us for updates: https://www.instagram.com/stuffbellesays/ Sharon's Instagram: The G.O.A.T. - Girl On The Trail https://www.instagram.com/hikeologeist/ Matty's Instagram: AKA, Slipz https://www.instagram.com/matty_va/

8. Intermission: What's Up?

October 15, 2020 07:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

Have you ever gone to an opera or a seen a musical? You know when they have that intermission break in between acts where you get to get up, go get a snack at the snack bar, get a cup of coffee or hot cocoa and chitchat with friends? Well, that's what we're doing with this episode as we take a quick intermission break before we finish the High Sierra Trail series.   SHORT TRAILS AFTER THE HST: Rocky Peak Trail - Simi Valley, CA Potato Chip Rock via Mt. Woodson Trail - Poway, CA Ray Miller T...

Lessons On the HST (Part 1) | The High Sierra Trail Series (Part 4 of 4)

October 01, 2020 10:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MB

We're down to the last 2 episodes of the High Sierra Trail series. This episode dives into some of the key lessons learned while on the HST. From preparation down to the people you're with on the trail are all key components to the success of a thru-hike. These lessons are so relevant that it does not only apply on the trail but also in real life.  Follow Stuff Belle Says on Instagram for updates: @stuffbellesays

7. Lessons from the HST (Part 1 of 2) | The High Sierra Trail Series (Part 4 of 4)

October 01, 2020 10:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MB

We're down to the last 2 episodes of the High Sierra Trail series. This episode dives into some of the key lessons learned while on the HST. From preparation down to the people you're with on the trail are all key components to the success of a thru-hike. These lessons are so relevant that it does not only apply on the trail but also in real life.  Follow Stuff Belle Says on Instagram for updates: @stuffbellesays

7. Lessons On the HST (Part 1) | The High Sierra Trail Series (Part 4 of 4)

October 01, 2020 10:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MB

We're down to the last 2 episodes of the High Sierra Trail series. This episode dives into some of the key lessons learned while on the HST. From preparation down to the people you're with on the trail are all key components to the success of a thru-hike. These lessons are so relevant that it does not only apply on the trail but also in real life.  Follow Stuff Belle Says on Instagram for updates: @stuffbellesays

6. Trail Food and Hacks | The High Sierra Trail Series (Part 3 of 4)

September 18, 2020 00:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MB

Everyone wants to eat well everyday; especially while you're on a hike. Fuel is food and it's something I took time to prep for thru-hike of the High Sierra Trail. Let me know what you think of this episode and send me a message on Instagram for your tips and hacks on trail food! Here are some links of the food I recommended on this episode. Mountain House Beef Stroganoff https://www.mountainhouse.com/m/product/beef-stroganoff.html Mountain House Breakfast Skillet https://www.mountainhous...

Trail Food and Hacks | The High Sierra Trail Series (Part 3 of 4)

September 18, 2020 00:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MB

Everyone wants to eat well everyday; especially while you're on a hike. Fuel is food and it's something I took time to prep for thru-hike of the High Sierra Trail. Let me know what you think of this episode and send me a message on Instagram for your tips and hacks on trail food! Here are some links of the food I recommended on this episode. Mountain House Beef Stroganoff https://www.mountainhouse.com/m/product/beef-stroganoff.html Mountain House Breakfast Skillet https://www.mountainhous...

5. Backpacking Gear & Trail Lessons | The High Sierra Trail Series (Part 2 of 4)

September 10, 2020 23:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MB

Continuing on the High Sierra Trail Series, let's talk about gear and some things I feel very deeply about hobbies like hiking, climbing and the like.  Here's a list of gear that I mentioned on this episode: GENERAL GEAR: Osprey Kyte 46L REI Passage 1 Tent Outdoor Vitals Summit Series StormLOFT™ Down Sleeping Bag - 0-degrees REI Co-op Stratus Insulated Air Sleeping Pad Jetboil Flash Java BearVault BV450 Food Container Snow Peak Titanium Spork TheTentLab The Deuce #2 UL Backcountry Trowel 2...

Backpacking Gear & Trail Lessons | The High Sierra Trail Series (Part 2 of 4)

September 10, 2020 23:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MB

Continuing on the High Sierra Trail Series, let's talk about gear and some things I feel very deeply about hobbies like hiking, climbing and the like.  Here's a list of gear that I mentioned on this episode: GENERAL GEAR: Osprey Kyte 46L REI Passage 1 Tent Outdoor Vitals Summit Series StormLOFT™ Down Sleeping Bag - 0-degrees REI Co-op Stratus Insulated Air Sleeping Pad Jetboil Flash Java BearVault BV450 Food Container Snow Peak Titanium Spork TheTentLab The Deuce #2 UL Backcountry Trowel 2...

5. Backpacking Gear & Trail Lessons | The High Sierra Trail Series (Part 2 of 4)

September 10, 2020 23:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MB

Continuing on the High Sierra Trail Series, let's talk about gear and some things I feel very deeply about hobbies like hiking, climbing and the like.  Here's a list of gear that I mentioned on this episode: GENERAL GEAR: Osprey Kyte 46L REI Passage 1 Tent Outdoor Vitals Summit Series StormLOFT™ Down Sleeping Bag - 0-degrees REI Co-op Stratus Insulated Air Sleeping Pad Jetboil Flash Java BearVault BV450 Food Container Snow Peak Titanium Spork TheTentLab The Deuce #2 UL Backcountry Trowel 2...

Q&A (Part 2) | The High Sierra Trail Series | Let's talk about (not) jumping in alpine lakes, altitude sickness, physical and mental challenges on a hike, water filtering

September 03, 2020 12:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MB

This is a continuation of Part 1 of 4 in the HST Series - our 72-Mile Thru-Hike of the High Sierra Trail. On Instagram, I asked folks if they had questions about the HST so this episode is part 2 of 2 for the Q&A portion of the HST Series.  Here are the questions I answered on this episode: How was the water/taking a shower? Did you experience any altitude sickness this trip? What you thought was the hardest part either mental or physical? What was in your 42-lb pack and how much weigh...

4. Q&A (Part 2) | The High Sierra Trail Series | Alpine Lakes, AMS, Water Filtering

September 03, 2020 12:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MB

This is a continuation of Part 1 of 4 in the HST Series - our 72-Mile Thru-Hike of the High Sierra Trail. On Instagram, I asked folks if they had questions about the HST so this episode is part 2 of 2 for the Q&A portion of the HST Series.  Here are the questions I answered on this episode: How was the water/taking a shower? Did you experience any altitude sickness this trip? What you thought was the hardest part either mental or physical? What was in your 42-lb pack and how much weigh...

Q&A (Part 2) | The High Sierra Trail Series | Alpine Lakes, AMS, Water Filtering

September 03, 2020 12:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MB

This is a continuation of Part 1 of 4 in the HST Series - our 72-Mile Thru-Hike of the High Sierra Trail. On Instagram, I asked folks if they had questions about the HST so this episode is part 2 of 2 for the Q&A portion of the HST Series.  Here are the questions I answered on this episode: How was the water/taking a shower? Did you experience any altitude sickness this trip? What you thought was the hardest part either mental or physical? What was in your 42-lb pack and how much weigh...

3. Q&A (Part 1) | The High Sierra Trail Series | 72-Mile Thru-Hike

August 27, 2020 12:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MB

This is Part 1 of 4 in the HST Series - our 72-Mile Thru-Hike of the High Sierra Trail. It was an epic 8 days and 7 nights traversing the Sierra Nevada from west to east concluding at the highest point in the lower 48 states, Mount Whitney rising at 14,508’.  On Instagram, I asked folks if they had questions about the HST so this episode is part 1 of 2 for the Q&A portion of the HST Series.  Here are the questions I answered on this episode: What gave you the runs? Did you ever think or...

Q&A (Part 1) | The High Sierra Trail Series | 72-Mile Thru-Hike

August 27, 2020 12:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MB

This is Part 1 of 4 in the HST Series - our 72-Mile Thru-Hike of the High Sierra Trail. It was an epic 8 days and 7 nights traversing the Sierra Nevada from west to east concluding at the highest point in the lower 48 states, Mount Whitney rising at 14,508’.  On Instagram, I asked folks if they had questions about the HST so this episode is part 1 of 2 for the Q&A portion of the HST Series.  Here are the questions I answered on this episode: What gave you the runs? Did you ever think or...

Family Adventures During a Pandemic, Parenting Tips, and the 100-Mile Journey | A Conversation with Toni Lobo

August 07, 2020 20:00 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MB

This episode is a raw conversation with Toni Lobo where we talked about the lessons we learned during our short family vacation in Big Bear, California. We talked a lot about parenting during a pandemic, kids staying at home and doing school from home. Toni also shared about her 100-mile journey during quarantine. Hope you enjoy this conversation and glean tons of life lessons that you can use in your daily adventures. Links to locations we visited: Alpine Slide in Magic Mountain - http://...

2. Family Adventures During a Pandemic, Parenting Tips, and the 100-Mile Journey | A Conversation with Toni Lobo

August 07, 2020 20:00 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MB

This episode is a raw conversation with Toni Lobo where we talked about the lessons we learned during our short family vacation in Big Bear, California. We talked a lot about parenting during a pandemic, kids staying at home and doing school from home. Toni also shared about her 100-mile journey during quarantine. Hope you enjoy this conversation and glean tons of life lessons that you can use in your daily adventures. Links to locations we visited: Alpine Slide in Magic Mountain - http://...

When Things Don't Go As Planned

July 02, 2020 07:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MB

When we entered year 2020, we've had plans sketched on our calendars. Well into the year, the month of March 2020 came and all of that changed for most of us. In this episode, we are going to dive into life lessons on what it's like when things don't go as planned. We are going to talk about an experience in the Eastern Sierras back in 2018 when summitting the highest point of the contiguous United States was a thing that did not go as planned.

1. When Things Don't Go As Planned

July 02, 2020 07:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MB

When we entered year 2020, we've had plans sketched on our calendars. Well into the year, the month of March 2020 came and all of that changed for most of us. In this episode, we are going to dive into life lessons on what it's like when things don't go as planned. We are going to talk about an experience in the Eastern Sierras back in 2018 when summitting the highest point of the contiguous United States was a thing that did not go as planned.

Episode 00: Intros

June 19, 2020 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.46 MB

This episode is all about intros. Who you're listening to and the why's for this podcast! Let me know what ya'll think! Follow on IG: @stuffbellesays

Intros

June 19, 2020 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.46 MB

This episode is all about intros. Who you're listening to and the why's for this podcast! Let me know what ya'll think! Follow on IG: @stuffbellesays