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The THRU-r Podcast

299 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 15 ratings

THRU-r hiking community founder and Triple Crowner, Carol "Cheer" Coyne, deep dives into the world of long distance hiking and talks with other thru hikers and section hikers about their adventures in the wilderness. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thru-r/support

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142. Trail Team - Welcome 2024 Hikers & GG's Introduction

April 14, 2024 21:06 - 10 minutes - 10.1 MB

In this episode, we welcome our 2024 Trail Team of correspondents, and get to know Continental Divide Trail hiker, GG! You can follow our 2024 Trail Team on this podcast and by using the links below: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠THRU-r Instagram⁠ 2024 Trail Team Landing Page⁠⁠ Did you love this episode? If so, please help fellow hikers out and follow, rate, and review the podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Connect With Us / Join The THRU-r Community: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠THRU-r Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

141. Pony/I'll Be Q&A (AT)

April 07, 2024 22:00 - 59 minutes - 54.9 MB

Today we are joined by avid traveller and adventurer Lily or Pony/I'll Be! Pony thru-hiked the Appalachian Trail in 2023 and goes into detail about her experiences on trail - the good and the not-so-great. In this episode, Pony describes beautiful moments on trail - such as sunrise on Franconia Ridge, as well as scary and not-so-fun moments like hiking in a hurricane. Pony also dives into favorite town food spots, the joys of couscous, thoughts on Builder Bar haters, special connections in ...

140. Dr. J Q&A (AT)

March 22, 2024 06:18 - 1 hour - 89.8 MB

Today we are joined by neuroscientist and thru-hiker Jordan Chamberlain or "Dr. J" as he's known on trail - who "flip-flopped" the Appalachian Trail in 2023! In this episode, Dr J. describes the insane weather he ran into - including a hurricane, three flash floods, wildfires, record breaking heat, and extreme cold. He also goes into the upsides and downsides of flip-flopping, personal mosquito entourages, hiking for mental health, skunk run-ins, classic cocktails, a special moment while as...

139. Common Injury Prevention With Lee Welton

March 11, 2024 07:15 - 38 minutes - 35.8 MB

Today we are featuring audio from a recent community meetup we hosted about common injury prevention with special guest, Lee Welton. Lee - also known as "Flick" on trail - hiked the Pacific Crest Trail in 2018 and is the founder of Trailside Fitness - where he helps hikers prepare and thrive before, during, and after trail. In this informative session, Lee goes over common injuries that contribute to hikers leaving trail, and ways to prevent them. He covers training, gear, weight, mileage, ...

138. Stakes Q&A (AT)

March 04, 2024 06:51 - 52 minutes - 48.4 MB

In this episode we are joined by Alyssa or "Stakes" as she's known on trail. Stakes was part of our ⁠⁠2023 Trail Team⁠⁠ and thru-hiked the Appalachian Trail last year! In this episode we talk about trail mishaps, her favorite town meal, Chicken Of The Sea, Max Patch moments, trail angel kindness, simple & potent advice for new hikers, and much more! You can follow Stakes using the link below: ⁠⁠Stakes’ Instagram Relevant Links: Highlander BBQ (Roan Mountain)⁠⁠ Connect With Us / Join The T...

137. Trail Team - Calzone Episode 4 (PNT)

February 27, 2024 06:18 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MB

In this episode, we catch up with Pacific Northwest Trail (PNT) thru-hiker, Calzone (Stephanie Setiz) as she hikes from Mount Baker to Port Townsend. Here, Calzone experiences wild blueberries, hot springs, her favorite campsite of all time and her favorite aspect of the trail, stealth camping, trail angels, and more! Stay tuned for the last installment for her PNT trek! If you loved this episode, remember to subscribe, rate & review, and share this podcast! You can also follow Calzone's...

136. Spicy Q&A (AT)

February 19, 2024 06:52 - 43 minutes - 40 MB

Today we are joined by Laura Statts or "Spicy" as she's known on trail. Spicy was part of our ⁠2023 Trail Team⁠ and flip-flopped the Appalachian Trail last year! In this episode we talk about the Virginia blues, ramen bombs, wading through mud, running for trail magic, the power of humor on trail, and more! You can follow Spicy using the link below: ⁠Spicy's Instagram⁠ Connect With Us / Join The THRU-r Community: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠THRU-r Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠THRU-r Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

135. Trail Team - Stakes Episode 4 (AT)

February 09, 2024 23:47 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MB

In this episode, 2023 Trail Team member Alyssa or "Stakes" checks in to give us an update about the last part of her Appalachian Trail thru-hike. She talks about flooding and mud in Vermont, The Whites, The "Hype Train", her favorite parts of thru-hiking, and life post trail. Hiking a long trail this year? Apply to be a part of our 2024 Trail Team ⁠here⁠! If you loved this episode, remember to subscribe, rate & review, and share this podcast! You can also follow Stakes' adventures using ...

134. Trail Team - Calzone Episode 3 (PNT)

January 29, 2024 08:31 - 28 minutes - 26.8 MB

In this episode, we catch up with Pacific Northwest Trail (PNT) thru-hiker, Calzone (Stephanie Setiz) as she hikes through Eastern Washington! Here, Calzone goes through blowdowns, fire closures, and anti-climatic moments while also enjoying epic trail magic, silk pj's, and pit toilets! She also describes how this trek compares to the Pacific Crest Trail and her new take on thru-hiking. Stay tuned for the next episode! Hiking a long trail this year? Apply to be a part of our 2024 Trail Te...

133. Dreamer Q&A (AT, CT, JMT)

January 21, 2024 03:41 - 57 minutes - 53 MB

Today we welcome Adam Salinger or "Dreamer" onto the podcast! He is an Appalachian Trail, Colorado Trail, and John Muir Trail (& the list goes on!) thru-hiker as well as the founder of Alpine Adventure Coaching. In this Q&A, we talk about wolf & grizzly run-ins, ultralight hiking, gear hacks, authenticity in the thru-hiking space, his favorite moments, type 2 moments, tips for staying power on trail, Alpine Adventure Coaching, and much more! You can follow Dreamer and get more information ...

132. Slider Q&A (Triple Crown)

January 11, 2024 07:31 - 1 hour - 63 MB

In this episode, we are joined by Amy Hunsucker or "Slider" as she's known on trail. She is a Triple Crowner (!!!) and recently finished this amazing feat at the Southern Terminus of the Pacific Crest Trail. Slider was part of our 2023 Trail Team and we loved following along with her adventures. In this Q&A we talk about her trail name, the unique item she carries, cow concerts, cosmic brownies, uncomfortable hitches, gear, her favorite trail, and so much more! You can follow Slider using ...

131. Trail Team - Cheer Episode 16 (AT)

January 08, 2024 07:31 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MB

In this episode we hear from thru-hiker, THRU-r founder, and triple-crowner, Cheer, as she continues her 2023 thru-hike on the Appalachian Trail! This episode covers weeks 21 and 22 through Maine. Here, she hikes through the Bigelows, Hundred Mile Wilderness, and shares her Katahdin summit story and completion of the coveted Triple Crown. For visuals visuals of this section of trail, check out ⁠Cheer's YouTube Channel⁠ (⁠Week 21⁠ and ⁠Week 22⁠). If you loved this episode and our thru-hiker...

130. Trail Team - Cheer Episode 15 (AT)

November 22, 2023 08:00 - 39 minutes - 36.7 MB

Today we hear from thru-hiker, THRU-r founder, and triple-crowner, Cheer, as she continues her 2023 thru-hike on the Appalachian Trail! This episode covers weeks 19 and 20 through Northern New Hampshire and Southern Maine (one of the toughest stretches on the AT). Here, she takes on the Whites, steep slippery climbs, mud hiking, and the slowest and steepest miles on trail. For visuals visuals of this section of trail, check out Cheer's YouTube Channel (Week 19 and Week 20). Stay tuned for ...

S3 E39: Trail Team - Cheer Episode 15 (AT)

November 22, 2023 08:00 - 39 minutes - 36.7 MB

Today we hear from thru-hiker, THRU-r founder, and triple-crowner, Cheer, as she continues her 2023 thru-hike on the Appalachian Trail! This episode covers weeks 19 and 20 through Northern New Hampshire and Southern Maine (one of the toughest stretches on the AT). Here, she takes on the Whites, steep slippery climbs, mud hiking, and the slowest and steepest miles on trail. For visuals visuals of this section of trail, check out Cheer's YouTube Channel (Week 19 and Week 20). Stay tuned for ...

S3 E38: Trail Team - Bonus Time Episode 5 (PCT)

October 10, 2023 04:42 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MB

Bonus Time is back for his final report for the 2023 Trail Team as he arrives at the northern terminus of the PCT! Bonus Time began his journey on the PCT in 2021 and is filled with gratitude for the trail and the community as he completes this epic journey. Bonus Time reflects on his time on the PCT and the things he has learned about himself along the way. Enjoy! If you loved this episode and our thru-hiker spotlights, remember to subscribe, rate & review, and share this podcast! You can...

129. Trail Team - Bonus Time Episode 5 (PCT)

October 10, 2023 04:42 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MB

Bonus Time is back for his final report for the 2023 Trail Team as he arrives at the northern terminus of the PCT! Bonus Time began his journey on the PCT in 2021 and is filled with gratitude for the trail and the community as he completes this epic journey. Bonus Time reflects on his time on the PCT and the things he has learned about himself along the way. Enjoy! If you loved this episode and our thru-hiker spotlights, remember to subscribe, rate & review, and share this podcast! You can...

S3 E37: Trail Team - Cheer Episode 14 (AT)

September 25, 2023 06:21 - 25 minutes - 24 MB

In this episode, we hear from thru-hiker founder, and triple-crowner, Cheer, as she continues her 2023 thru-hike on the Appalachian Trail! This episode covers weeks 17 and 18 on the AT starting in Manchester Center, Vermont and finishing in Lincoln, New Hampshire. After a wonderful visit with fellow 2023 trail team member, 'Stitch', Cheer heads out to mostly good weather and good views up until a big thunder and lightning storm and a scary river crossing at night steers Cheer towards a night ...

128. Trail Team - Cheer Episode 14 (AT)

September 25, 2023 06:21 - 25 minutes - 24 MB

In this episode, we hear from thru-hiker founder, and triple-crowner, Cheer, as she continues her 2023 thru-hike on the Appalachian Trail! This episode covers weeks 17 and 18 on the AT starting in Manchester Center, Vermont and finishing in Lincoln, New Hampshire. After a wonderful visit with fellow 2023 trail team member, 'Stitch', Cheer heads out to mostly good weather and good views up until a big thunder and lightning storm and a scary river crossing at night steers Cheer towards a night ...

127. Trail Team - Bonus Time Episode 4 (PCT)

September 24, 2023 00:50 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MB

Bonus Time is back with his 2023 Trail Team update on the PCT. In this episode, Bonus Time ends his time in Oregon hiking through the iconic Tunnel Falls and over the Bridge of the Gods into Washington! Bonus Time starts Washington with the trail family that he has been with for many days but finishes up hiking solo as his hiking friends disperse to other activities. Some challenges with trail closures and smoke due to fires in the area, Bonus Time revels in the magical views hiking through ...

S3 E36: Trail Team - Bonus Time Episode 4 (PCT)

September 24, 2023 00:50 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MB

Bonus Time is back with his 2023 Trail Team update on the PCT. In this episode, Bonus Time ends his time in Oregon hiking through the iconic Tunnel Falls and over the Bridge of the Gods into Washington! Bonus Time starts Washington with the trail family that he has been with for many days but finishes up hiking solo as his hiking friends disperse to other activities. Some challenges with trail closures and smoke due to fires in the area, Bonus Time revels in the magical views hiking through ...

126. Trail Team - Calzone Episode 2 (PNT)

September 20, 2023 14:23 - 17 minutes - 16.4 MB

In this episode, we catch up with thru-hiker, Calzone (Stephanie Setiz ) as she hikes through Idaho and into Washington! This section starts with a nice stay at the Feist Creek Falls Resort in northern Idaho, and includes visiting friends in Sand Point, challenging bushwhacking and scrambles in the Selkirk Mountains with spectacular views and lake swims with trail buddies. Calzone talks about finding more emotional well-being during this stretch as she heads into Washington! Stay tuned for...

S3 E35: Trail Team - Calzone Episode 2 (PNT)

September 20, 2023 14:23 - 17 minutes - 16.4 MB

In this episode, we catch up with thru-hiker, Calzone (Stephanie Setiz ) as she hikes through Idaho and into Washington! This section starts with a nice stay at the Feist Creek Falls Resort in northern Idaho, and includes visiting friends in Sand Point, challenging bushwhacking and scrambles in the Selkirk Mountains with spectacular views and lake swims with trail buddies. Calzone talks about finding more emotional well-being during this stretch as she heads into Washington! Stay tuned for ...

125. Trail Team - Cheer Episode 13 (AT)

September 08, 2023 12:53 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MB

In this episode, we hear from thru-hiker founder, and soon to be triple-crowner, Cheer, as she continues her 2023 thru-hike on the Appalachian Trail! This episode covers weeks 15 and 16 on the AT starting in Kent, Connecticut and finishing in Manchester, Vermont. Week 15 begins following a nice overnight in Kent, CT near the New York border. This section included navigating some stream crossings and hitting the 1500 mile marker! Cheer celebrates with a well earned burger in town and beautif...

S3 E34: Trail Team - Cheer Episode 13 (AT)

September 08, 2023 12:53 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MB

In this episode, we hear from thru-hiker founder, and soon to be triple-crowner, Cheer, as she continues her 2023 thru-hike on the Appalachian Trail! This episode covers weeks 15 and 16 on the AT starting in Kent, Connecticut and finishing in Manchester, Vermont. Week 15 begins following a nice overnight in Kent, CT near the New York border. This section included navigating some stream crossings and hitting the 1500 mile marker! Cheer celebrates with a well earned burger in town and beautif...

124. Trail Team - Bonus Time Episode 3 (PCT)

September 06, 2023 16:22 - 10 minutes - 9.72 MB

Bonus Time is back again with his 2023 Trail Team update on the PCT. This week covers trail miles from Crater Lake to just south of the Washington state border. Bonus Time hikes through Oregon's green tunnel of pine trees and mosquitos with beautiful lakes, resorts and big mountain views including Diamond Peak, the The Three Sisters, Mount Washington, Jefferson and finally a distant Mount Hood. This week covers 128 miles of hiking with a record day of 26.2 miles. Deep conversations with his ...

S3 E33: Trail Team - Bonus Time Episode 3 (PCT)

September 06, 2023 16:22 - 10 minutes - 9.72 MB

Bonus Time is back again with his 2023 Trail Team update on the PCT. This week covers trail miles from Crater Lake to just south of the Washington state border. Bonus Time hikes through Oregon's green tunnel of pine trees and mosquitos with beautiful lakes, resorts and big mountain views including Diamond Peak, the The Three Sisters, Mount Washington, Jefferson and finally a distant Mount Hood. This week covers 128 miles of hiking with a record day of 26.2 miles. Deep conversations with his ...

S3 E32: Trail Team - Cheer Episode 12 (AT)

August 29, 2023 00:05 - 21 minutes - 19.4 MB

In this episode, we hear from thru-hiker founder, and soon to be triple-crowner, Cheer, as she continues her 2023 thru-hike on the Appalachian Trail! This episode covers weeks 13 and 14 on the AT starting in Pennsylvania and heading through New Jersey and New York and into Connecticut! Week 13 begins at the Delaware Water Gap in Pennsylvania near the New Jersey border. Cheer enjoys nice terrain and weathers 'the big storm' in the early part of New Jersey enjoying some cooler temps on rainy d...

123. Trail Team - Cheer Episode 12 (AT)

August 29, 2023 00:05 - 21 minutes - 19.4 MB

In this episode, we hear from thru-hiker founder, and soon to be triple-crowner, Cheer, as she continues her 2023 thru-hike on the Appalachian Trail! This episode covers weeks 13 and 14 on the AT starting in Pennsylvania and heading through New Jersey and New York and into Connecticut! Week 13 begins at the Delaware Water Gap in Pennsylvania near the New Jersey border. Cheer enjoys nice terrain and weathers 'the big storm' in the early part of New Jersey enjoying some cooler temps on rainy d...

122. Trail Team - Calzone Episode 1 (PNT)

August 21, 2023 02:23 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MB

In this episode, we catch up with thru-hiker, Calzone (Stephanie Setiz ) as she begins her journey on the PNT! After a great start exploring Glacier National Park and staying at The Looking Glass Base camp, Calzone begins the PNT in beautiful and rugged Glacier hiking west across Montana. After Glacier, Calzone heads into the Whitefish Mountains, hiking a tough stretch alone through Grizzly country but recovers with a 'double zero' in Eureka, Montana where she was able to connect with some...

S3 E31: Trail Team - Calzone Episode 1 (PNT)

August 21, 2023 02:23 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MB

In this episode, we catch up with thru-hiker, Calzone (Stephanie Setiz ) as she begins her journey on the PNT! After a great start exploring Glacier National Park and staying at The Looking Glass Base camp, Calzone begins the PNT in beautiful and rugged Glacier hiking west across Montana. After Glacier, Calzone heads into the Whitefish Mountains, hiking a tough stretch alone through Grizzly country but recovers with a 'double zero' in Eureka, Montana where she was able to connect with some ...

121. Trail Team - Bonus Time Episode 2 (PCT)

August 20, 2023 15:37 - 10 minutes - 9.93 MB

After some challenging adventures in the Sierra, Bonus Time (Rick Posada) is back with his PCT update from Oregon! Deciding in the favor of safety, Bonus Time begins the Oregon stretch of the PCT starting with a couple of nice days in the beautiful town of Ashland. This episode covers the first 100 miles from the border to Crater Lake. Bonus Time talks about enjoying Oregon with lots of green and abundant water sources as well as very friendly people. He also talks about some great trail mag...

S3 E30: Trail Team - Bonus Time Episode 2 (PCT)

August 20, 2023 15:37 - 10 minutes - 9.93 MB

After some challenging adventures in the Sierra, Bonus Time (Rick Posada) is back with his PCT update from Oregon! Deciding in the favor of safety, Bonus Time begins the Oregon stretch of the PCT starting with a couple of nice days in the beautiful town of Ashland. This episode covers the first 100 miles from the border to Crater Lake. Bonus Time talks about enjoying Oregon with lots of green and abundant water sources as well as very friendly people. He also talks about some great trail mag...

120. Trail Team - Cheer Episode 11 (AT)

August 14, 2023 23:16 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MB

In this episode, we hear from thru-hiker founder, and soon to be triple-crowner, Cheer, as she continues her 2023 thru-hike on the Appalachian Trail! This episode covers weeks 11 and 12 on the AT through the state of Pennsylvania! Week 11 started in Pine Cove Furnace in Pennsylvania where Cheer enjoyed her best burger on trail so far! Southern Pennsylvania was pretty flat traveling through farmlands and a nice stop at Caffe 101 for lunch! Week 11 ended starting with a rough day on trail whe...

S3 E29: Trail Team - Cheer Episode 11 (AT)

August 14, 2023 23:16 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MB

In this episode, we hear from thru-hiker founder, and soon to be triple-crowner, Cheer, as she continues her 2023 thru-hike on the Appalachian Trail! This episode covers weeks 11 and 12 on the AT through the state of Pennsylvania! Week 11 started in Pine Cove Furnace in Pennsylvania where Cheer enjoyed her best burger on trail so far! Southern Pennsylvania was pretty flat traveling through farmlands and a nice stop at Caffe 101 for lunch! Week 11 ended starting with a rough day on trail whe...

S3 E28: Trail Team - Cheer Episode 10 (AT)

July 31, 2023 20:03 - 19 minutes - 18.5 MB

In this episode, we hear from thru-hiker founder, and soon to be triple-crowner, Cheer, as she continues her 2023 thru-hike on the Appalachian Trail! Week 10 on the Appalachian Trail covers the miles from Front Royal, Virginia through Harpers Ferry in West Virginia and finishing at Pine Grove Furnace in Pennsylvania. This was one of Cheer's favorite weeks on the AT and included hiking through the 'Roller Coasters' section in Virginia with intense climbs and descents, crossing the 1000 mile ...

119. Trail Team - Cheer Episode 10 (AT)

July 31, 2023 20:03 - 19 minutes - 18.5 MB

In this episode, we hear from thru-hiker founder, and soon to be triple-crowner, Cheer, as she continues her 2023 thru-hike on the Appalachian Trail! Week 10 on the Appalachian Trail covers the miles from Front Royal, Virginia through Harpers Ferry in West Virginia and finishing at Pine Grove Furnace in Pennsylvania. This was one of Cheer's favorite weeks on the AT and included hiking through the 'Roller Coasters' section in Virginia with intense climbs and descents, crossing the 1000 mile ...

S3 E27: Trail Team - Bonus Time Episode 1 (PCT)

July 29, 2023 04:00 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MB

This first episode finds Bonus Time (Rick Posada) back on the PCT heading north starting near Bishop CA where he left the trail in 2021. His first week back turned out to be a very rough adventure starting on the Paiute trail and in to the Sierra following the PCT. In addition to hiking through difficult sun cups, Bonus Time and his very good friend brave dangerous water crossings and a serious bout with altitude sickness ending the first week with a rescue from the Fresno County Sheriff dep...

118. Trail Team - Bonus Time Episode 1 (PCT)

July 29, 2023 04:00 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MB

This first episode finds Bonus Time (Rick Posada) back on the PCT heading north starting near Bishop CA where he left the trail in 2021. His first week back turned out to be a very rough adventure starting on the Paiute trail and in to the Sierra following the PCT. In addition to hiking through difficult sun cups, Bonus Time and his very good friend brave dangerous water crossings and a serious bout with altitude sickness ending the first week with a rescue from the Fresno County Sheriff dep...

117. Trail Team - Cheer Episode 9 (AT)

July 28, 2023 11:34 - 14 minutes - 13.6 MB

In this episode, we hear from thru-hiker founder, and soon to be triple-crowner, Cheer, as she continues her 2023 thru-hike on the Appalachian Trail! Week 9 on the Appalachian Trail covers the miles from Waynesboro to Front Royal, VA through the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains and Shenandoah National Park. This stretch brought easier hiking, generally good weather and some great views including favorites such as Blackrock Summit, The Pinnacle and Mary's Rock. Cheer talks about hitting the ...

S3 E26: Trail Team - Cheer Episode 9 (AT)

July 28, 2023 11:34 - 14 minutes - 13.6 MB

In this episode, we hear from thru-hiker founder, and soon to be triple-crowner, Cheer, as she continues her 2023 thru-hike on the Appalachian Trail! Week 9 on the Appalachian Trail covers the miles from Waynesboro to Front Royal, VA through the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains and Shenandoah National Park. This stretch brought easier hiking, generally good weather and some great views including favorites such as Blackrock Summit, The Pinnacle and Mary's Rock. Cheer talks about hitting the ...

S3 E25: Trail Team - Alyssa “Stakes” Episode 3 (AT)

July 20, 2023 20:38 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MB

In this episode we get an update from Appalachian Trail hiker, Alyssa Schafer (Stakes) as she makes her way through the half way point! Starting the section with a pack of hunting dogs running through camp at night, hiking through Shenandoah National Park and a 28 mile hike through the rain! Stakes talks about a fun 'double zero' in Harpers Ferry going tubing on the Shenandoah river with a group of hikers. This episode includes bear sightings, some low morale days and a family visit in New Yo...

116. Trail Team - Stakes Episode 3 (AT)

July 20, 2023 20:38 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MB

In this episode we get an update from Appalachian Trail hiker, Alyssa Schafer (Stakes) as she makes her way through the half way point! Starting the section with a pack of hunting dogs running through camp at night, hiking through Shenandoah National Park and a 28 mile hike through the rain! Stakes talks about a fun 'double zero' in Harpers Ferry going tubing on the Shenandoah river with a group of hikers. This episode includes bear sightings, some low morale days and a family visit in New Yo...

115. Trail Team - Cheer Episode 8 (AT)

July 14, 2023 04:00 - 16 minutes - 14.8 MB

In this episode, we hear from thru-hiker founder, and soon to be triple-crowner, Cheer, as she continues her 2023 thru-hike on the Appalachian Trail! Week 8 on the Appalachian Trail from Catawba to Waynesboro, Virginia sees Cheer hit some major milestones including the 800 mile mark and the 1/3 of the trail completed mark. This stretch also includes some well known AT highlights such as the McAfee Knob overlook and the James River Bridge, the longest footbridge on the AT. This section also ...

S3 E24: Trail Team - Cheer Episode 8 (AT)

July 14, 2023 04:00 - 16 minutes - 14.8 MB

In this episode, we hear from thru-hiker founder, and soon to be triple-crowner, Cheer, as she continues her 2023 thru-hike on the Appalachian Trail! Week 8 on the Appalachian Trail from Catawba to Waynesboro, Virginia sees Cheer hit some major milestones including the 800 mile mark and the 1/3 of the trail completed mark. This stretch also includes some well known AT highlights such as the McAfee Knob overlook and the James River Bridge, the longest footbridge on the AT. This section also ...

S3 E23: Trail Team - Cheer Episode 7 (AT)

July 11, 2023 04:00 - 21 minutes - 20.2 MB

In this episode, we hear from thru-hiker founder, and soon to be triple-crowner, Cheer, as she continues her 2023 thru-hike on the Appalachian Trail! Week 7 on the Appalachian Trail covers the miles 600 to 700 from Bland, to Catawba, Virginia. This stretch was filled with wildlife sightings including an eagle, owl, several snakes and Cheer's first black bear encounter on trail! It also saw Cheer's most difficult night on trail when her tent broke while setting it up in the rain. Week 7 incl...

114. Trail Team - Cheer Episode 7 (AT)

July 11, 2023 04:00 - 21 minutes - 20.2 MB

In this episode, we hear from thru-hiker founder, and soon to be triple-crowner, Cheer, as she continues her 2023 thru-hike on the Appalachian Trail! Week 7 on the Appalachian Trail covers the miles 600 to 700 from Bland, to Catawba, Virginia. This stretch was filled with wildlife sightings including an eagle, owl, several snakes and Cheer's first black bear encounter on trail! It also saw Cheer's most difficult night on trail when her tent broke while setting it up in the rain. Week 7 incl...

113. Trail Team - Bonus Time Intro (PCT)

July 08, 2023 15:50 - 9 minutes - 9.17 MB

In this episode, we welcome thru-hiker, Bonus Time (or Rick Posada) back to the 2023 THRU-r Trail Team! Rick Posada or “Bonus Time” is a long distance runner and Marine Corps veteran from Texas – who is returning to the Pacific Crest Trail this year after recovering from a serious injury! As he makes his way north, he will be updating us via Instagram and his podcast: If you loved this episode and our thru-hiker spotlights, remember to subscribe, rate & review, and share this podcast! You c...

S3 E22: Trail Team - Bonus Time Intro (PCT)

July 08, 2023 15:50 - 9 minutes - 9.17 MB

In this episode, we welcome thru-hiker, Bonus Time (or Rick Posada) back to the 2023 THRU-r Trail Team! Rick Posada or “Bonus Time” is a long distance runner and Marine Corps veteran from Texas – who is returning to the Pacific Crest Trail this year after recovering from a serious injury! As he makes his way north, he will be updating us via Instagram and his podcast: If you loved this episode and our thru-hiker spotlights, remember to subscribe, rate & review, and share this podcast! You c...

112. Trail Team - Cheer Episode 6 (AT)

July 02, 2023 04:00 - 18 minutes - 17 MB

In this episode, we hear from thru-hiker founder, and soon to be triple-crowner, Cheer, as she continues her 2023 thru-hike on the Appalachian Trail! Week 6 on the Appalachian Trail covers the miles from Hampton to Bland, Virginia hitting a new milestone as Cheer crosses the 500 mile marker, a quarter of the trail! Cheer makes a planned scenic detour on the Virginia Creek trail with great views, a flowing river and great lunch spot! In this episode we hear about Cheer's favorite day on trail...

S3 E21: Trail Team - Cheer Episode 6 (AT)

July 02, 2023 04:00 - 18 minutes - 17 MB

In this episode, we hear from thru-hiker founder, and soon to be triple-crowner, Cheer, as she continues her 2023 thru-hike on the Appalachian Trail! Week 6 on the Appalachian Trail covers the miles from Hampton to Bland, Virginia hitting a new milestone as Cheer crosses the 500 mile marker, a quarter of the trail! Cheer makes a planned scenic detour on the Virginia Creek trail with great views, a flowing river and great lunch spot! In this episode we hear about Cheer's favorite day on trail...