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33: Leavenworth, Washington, Christmas Town Year-Round

Locals Know Best - December 14, 2021 08:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Today, on the Locals Know Best podcast, I’ll be speaking with Tom Potter about all of his favorite outdoor adventures in a town you may know as one of the most picturesque Alpine-style villages in the United States, Leavenworth, Washington! I’m very excited for this episode because Leavenworth...

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32: Portland, Maine, The Way Life Should Be

Locals Know Best - November 30, 2021 08:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Today, on the Locals Know Best podcast, I’ll be speaking with Kristan Vermeulen about how to make the most of a day outdoors in Portland, Maine. Join Kristan and me as we visit Portland, Maine, during both the off and on-season, eating tons of tasty treats along the way! Activities we discuss...

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31: Hiking Above the Clouds in Mount Rainier National Park

Locals Know Best - November 16, 2021 08:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Today, on the Locals Know Best podcast, I’ll be speaking with Michelle Stelly about how to make the most of a weekend at Mount Rainier National Park! In this episode, Michelle and I will first discuss Washington’s three beautiful national parks. Then, we’ll backpack, hike, and snowshoe through...

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30: Alexandria, Virginia, a Nice Mixture of Old and New

Locals Know Best - November 02, 2021 07:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Today, I'll be speaking with Cecilia and Scott Fix about how to spend a fantastic day outdoors in Alexandria, Virginia. Join Cecilia, Scott, and me as we start off our day, waking up in a spooky spot. Then we continue adventuring outdoors via boating the Potomac and geocaching. All while also ...

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29: Kenai, Alaska, You've Entered the Real Alaska

Locals Know Best - October 19, 2021 09:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Today, on the Locals Know Best podcast, I’ll be speaking with Jon Taylor about how to make the most of an outdoorsy trip throughout the Kenai Peninsula of Alaska. This episode is sure to put you under the spell of the north. Join Jon and me as we enjoy the Kenai peninsula as an adventure-lovin...

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28: That Cabin Cozy Feel in Flagstaff, Arizona

Locals Know Best - October 05, 2021 06:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Today, I'll be speaking with Sam To about how to make the most of an outdoorsy trip to Flagstaff, Arizona. Join Sam and me on a “choose your own level of adventure” summer day! Options range from hiking, biking, and swimming, to car touring and leisurely taking in Flagstaff’s beauty from up i...

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27. The Natural Wonders of Western Los Angeles, California

Locals Know Best - September 21, 2021 07:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Today, I’ll be speaking with Laura Grier about all of her favorite outdoor adventures throughout Western Los Angeles. We’ll primarily focus on the span along the coast between Marina del Rey and Malibu, including stops in Venice, Santa Monica, Culver City, and Topanga. And then, before wrappin...

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27: The Natural Wonders of Western Los Angeles, California

Locals Know Best - September 21, 2021 07:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Today, I’ll be speaking with Laura Grier about all of her favorite outdoor adventures throughout Western Los Angeles. We’ll primarily focus on the span along the coast between Marina del Rey and Malibu, including stops in Venice, Santa Monica, Culver City, and Topanga. And then, before wrappin...

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26. North Umpqua, Oregon, The Gateway to Crater Lake

Locals Know Best - September 07, 2021 07:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Today, I’ll be speaking with Sam Starns about all of her favorite outdoor adventures around the North Umpqua area, with notable stops in Roseburg, Oregon, and Crater Lake National Park.  Join Sam and me as we wake up and watch the sunrise in Crater Lake National Park. Then, we proceed with a p...

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25. Livingston, Montana, Where Cowboys and Artists Meet

Locals Know Best - July 20, 2021 07:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Today, I’ll be speaking with Mel Harrison about all of her favorite outdoor adventures around Livingston, Montana. Join Mel and me as we spend a winter day cross-country skiing, dog sledding, snowshoeing, hiking, skiing, and ice skating all around Livingston, Montana. Then, in the end, we’ll...

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24. Northfield, Minnesota, A Quaint Little River Town

Locals Know Best - July 06, 2021 07:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Today, I’ll be speaking with Kristen Glazer about how to make the most of a day outdoors in Northfield, Minnesota. Join Kristen and me as we spend a late summer / early fall day hiking, boating, and kayaking. Then, in the end, we’ll cover a few winter-weather outdoorsy activities, including ...

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23. Let’s Peace Out and Go Kayaking in Asheville, North Carolina

Locals Know Best - June 22, 2021 09:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Today, I’ll be speaking with Samantha Kellgren about how to have a fantastic day outdoors around one of the most admired spots in the United States – Asheville, North Carolina. Join Sam and me as we bike, hike, kayak, and tube all around this part of North Carolina known for delicious beer, st...

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22. Woodstock, GA, It Should Be On Everybody’s List

Locals Know Best - June 08, 2021 09:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Today, I’ll be speaking with Kressa Peterson about a perfect day of outdoor adventure in Woodstock, Georgia. Join Kressa and me as we camp, bike, run, kayak, paddleboard, swim in waterfalls, and even jump out of planes in the “all-around beautiful little town” she calls home! Kressa is a wif...

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22. Woodstock, Georgia, It Should Be On Everybody’s List

Locals Know Best - June 08, 2021 09:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Today, I’ll be speaking with Kressa Peterson about a perfect day of outdoor adventure in Woodstock, Georgia. Join Kressa and me as we camp, bike, run, kayak, paddleboard, swim in waterfalls, and even jump out of planes in the “all-around beautiful little town” she calls home! Kressa is a wif...

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21. Earning a Fat Sandwich (or Two) by Hitting the Trails in Northeastern New Jersey

Locals Know Best - May 25, 2021 07:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Today, I’ll be speaking with Mike Nicosia from Northeastern New Jersey. We’ll discuss why his hometown area should not be overlooked when thinking about hitting the trails in New England. Join Mike and me as we hike to the best views in Northeastern New Jersey, learn about a haunted spot and a...

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20. Getting Lost in Greenery in Brooklyn, New York

Locals Know Best - May 11, 2021 07:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Today, I'll be speaking with NYC native Becca Siegel about how to make the most of a day outdoors in Brooklyn, New York! Join Becca and me as we bike, walk, hike, eat and drink our way, unexpectedly, through one of the largest metropolitan areas on the planet! About Becca Siegel Becca is a t...

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19. Shawnee National Forest, Illinois, Off Most People’s Radar

Locals Know Best - April 27, 2021 09:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Today, I’ll be speaking with Carol Hoffman about many of the incredible adventures possible in Shawnee National Forest country in Southern Illinois. Join Carol and me as we zip through the canopy, ride horseback, hike, bike, spend time on the lake, rock climb, rappel and paint with Alpacas, al...

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18. Raleigh, North Carolina, a Small Town Feel with a Big City Vibe

Locals Know Best - April 13, 2021 09:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Today, I'll be speaking with Caroline Makepeace about how to make the most of a day outdoors in Raleigh, North Carolina. Join Caroline and me as we bike, paddle, eat and drink our way through the big city with a small town feel!   About Caroline Makepeace Caroline is the co-Founder of y...

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17. Central Sierra Nevada, California, You Don’t Come up Here for Fancy

Locals Know Best - March 30, 2021 07:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Today, I’ll be speaking with Doug Noll about all of his favorite outdoor activities and places in Central Sierra Nevada, California. Join Doug and me as we adventure through each of the four seasons in the Central Sierra Nevada area of California and explore all of the best local spots for ski...

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16. Las Vegas, Nevada, Look a Little Bit Further

Locals Know Best - March 16, 2021 09:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Today, I’ll be speaking with Ashly Ryan about her perfect day beyond the strip in Las Vegas, Nevada. And then, at the end of our chat, we talk about a few alternative day trips in the area as well! Join Ashly and me as we make the most of a day outdoors around Las Vegas, Nevada.   About As...

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15. Branson, Missouri, a Cheesy Yet Charming Hub for Seeing the Ozarks

Locals Know Best - March 02, 2021 10:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Today, I’ll be speaking with Ashley Mann about a fun outdoorsy day in the tourist destination of Branson, Missouri. And then the end of our chat, we’re also going to touch on a bunch of the outdoor adventures possible in the greater Ozarks area. Join Ashley and me as we make the most of a day ...

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14. Southern Idaho, Skiing Like it Used to Be

Locals Know Best - February 16, 2021 08:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Today, I’ll be speaking with Tony Harrison about a bunch of different outdoor activities in Southern Idaho, but with an emphasis on all of the skiing and snowboarding possibilities. Join Tony and me as we spend a day skiing, snowboarding, and tubing in Southern Idaho and then wrap up the day b...

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13. How to Earn Some Well-Deserved Patio Time in Fort Collins, Colorado

Locals Know Best - February 02, 2021 08:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Join Paul and me as we spend an epic day whitewater rafting, biking, and hiking all around Fort Collins. Then we finish off our day soaking up what’s left of the sun on some fantastic patios while enjoying some of the best beers in the states! Paul is the CMO of RunRepeat, the largest athletic...

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12. Minden, Louisiana, The Friendliest City in the South

Locals Know Best - January 19, 2021 05:37 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
In this episode, I'll be speaking with Sara McDaniel of Simply Southern Cottage about Minden, Louisiana.  Join Sara and me as we spend a day paddling, hiking, biking, and enjoying all of the local cuisine surrounding "The Friendliest City in the South"!   About Sara McDaniel Sara is an ad...

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11. Lights and Colors Vomiting all over the Floor in Palo Duro Canyon, Texas

Locals Know Best - January 05, 2021 10:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
In this episode, I'll be speaking with Brittney of Brit Nicole Photography about all of the fun adventures that are possible within Palo Duro Canyon and the surrounding areas. Join Brittney and me as we walk through her version of an ultimate elopement adventure, including hiking, jeeping, hor...

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10. Frankenmuth, Michigan, Best Known for Chicken and Christmas

Locals Know Best - December 22, 2020 10:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
In this episode, I’ll be speaking with Jamie Furbush, President & CEO of the Frankenmuth Chamber of Commerce & Convention and Visitors Bureau. Jamie has been in that role for over 12 years and has worked for the organization for 19 years. In the spirit of this episode premiering during the hol...

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9. Lake County, California, A Place to Come & Decompress

Locals Know Best - December 08, 2020 10:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
In this episode, I’ll be speaking with Tony and Peggy Barthel, publishers of the Stress Less Camping podcast and enthusiasts and tourism ambassadors for California’s Lake County.  Join Tony, Peggy, and me on a tour of Lake County, California. We start our day at a unique bed and breakfast, get...

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8. Exploring Southern Utah's Most Beautiful Hidden Gems

Locals Know Best - November 24, 2020 10:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
In this episode, I’ll be speaking with Jessi Bang, who will be introducing us to some of the lesser-known gems that exist beyond Zion National Park in Southern Utah. Join Jessi and me on a tour of Southern Utah’s lesser-known hidden gems. We talk about everywhere you should go, after visiting ...

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7. How to Be One of the 1% at Grand Canyon National Park

Locals Know Best - November 10, 2020 10:00 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
In this episode, I’ll be talking with adventurer Brandon Perlow about his perfect two-day hiking itinerary down to the bottom of the Grand Canyon and then back up! Join Brandon and me on an engaging journey down through multiple levels of Grand Canyon National Park, exploring all of the best s...

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6. Fayetteville, West Virginia America’s Best Kept Secret

Locals Know Best - October 27, 2020 09:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
In this episode, I’ll be talking with local business owner Heather Johnson about the perfect day of outdoor adventure in Fayetteville, West Virginia. You may or may not know this, but Fayetteville has some of the best rafting in the United States. The town of Fayetteville has been named best...

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