Best Trail Less Traveled Podcasts (2025)

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Return: A Journey Back to Living Wild 48:33

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23d ago48:33

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Lynx Vilden is a renowned author, wilderness guide, and ancestral skills teacher known for her immersive “Stone Age Projects,” where participants live off the land using only primitive tools and techniques. With over three decades of experience in earth-based living, Lynx has dedicated her life to reconnecting people with the rhythms of the natural…

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Building Community on the Trails for Black Women with Asia Bright 24:37

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Asia Bright is the Founder & CEO of Black Girls Hike. Her love for nature began in childhood, exploring creeks and watching caterpillars turn into butterflies. In 2019, a spontaneous hike with friends helped her reconnect with the outdoors and sparked her passion for hiking again. Since then, hiking has become a big part of her life. She enjoys bot…

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Common Land Season 2 Trailer 2:47

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Our friends at Wild Lens are releasing another excellent podcast, Common Land Season 2. Join Matt Podolsky and his mother in the spring of 2022 as they hike the 2,200 mile Appalachian Trail. Each episode not only recounts their adventure, but also delves into the trail's history and the many modern issues affecting it and those who interact with it…

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Stumbling Upon Serendipity with Dani Campbell 29:23

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Dani Campbell is the creator of Stumbling Upon Serendipity, a travel and lifestyle blog built around solo adventures, road trips, and the freedom of exploring new places. Through her platform, she shares stories, guides, and insights that inspire others to embrace spontaneity and live more intentionally. Her work focuses on solo female travel, hiki…

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Outdoor Life and Conservation Stories with Abby Casey 27:54

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Abby Casey is an outdoor media personality, radio host, and content creator based in Bozeman, Montana. Originally from Georgia, she grew up immersed in the outdoors, which continues to shape her adventurous lifestyle today. ⁣ Abby’s career began in television with an internship at Realtree, eventually leading her to host for Rated Red and launch he…

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Capturing Life in the Outdoors with Ryan Heck 4:16

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Ryan Heck is an outdoor and adventure photographer based in Oregon. Originally from Indiana, he grew up with a camera in hand and quickly developed a love for capturing the world around him. Picking up his first DSLR only deepened that passion, turning photography into more than just a hobby. In 2016, Ryan and his wife Heather moved to Oregon, wher…

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Delivering Lifesaving Emergency Water Solutions, Troy Perry 10:32

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Troy Perry is the co-owner of Snow Hill Water, a company dedicated to providing revolutionary emergency water purification solutions. With a passion for helping communities prepare for and recover from disasters, Troy works to make clean, safe drinking water accessible when it’s needed most. Through innovation and commitment, he continues to lead S…

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Explore More, Worry Less, with Tim Richard 4:41

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Tim Richard is the friendly face behind The Outdoor Geeks, where he takes care of customer service and sales. Originally from Massachusetts, Tim has been passionate about the outdoors for as long as he can remember, ever since he was a kid exploring nature and seeking new adventures. Now based in Norwood, Colorado, he uses his love for the outdoors…

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Live Healthier the Simple Way, with Maximilian Breall. 5:27

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Maximilian Breall is the Marketing & Sales Director at Central Coast Live Foods, a company that makes healthy, natural foods like Kraut Krackers and fresh cold-pressed juices. He believes food should be simple, full of nutrients, and made without unnecessary additives. When he’s not working, Maximilian enjoys an active, outdoor lifestyle like surfi…

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Created fun and easy games that bring families and friends closer together wherever they are, Dan Sullivan. 10:37

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Dan Sullivan is the co-founder of MatchShot, a fun and easy game made for all ages. The idea came from his daughter while they were watching beach games, and Dan wanted something simple that kids, parents, and even grandparents could enjoy together. He talked to friends, family, and even strangers to figure out what would make the game fun for ever…

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An innovative product development expert driving heat tool solutions at Master Appliance, Robert Radwill 4:59

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Robert Radwill is an experienced product development professional with a strong background in engineering and manufacturing. As a key leader at Master Appliance Corp., he plays an instrumental role in the development and refinement of high-performance heat tools used across various industries. With decades of experience in product design, testing, …

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A Mountain Man Legacy of Hunting, Gathering & Primitive Wisdom 43:55

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Dana Anderson, better known as Wild Mountain Man Dan, is a celebrated bushcraft instructor based in Matlock, Washington. Now 68, he has spent over six decades honing wilderness skills and teaching them to others. Dana has lived completely off the grid in a hand‑built cabin by a creek for more than three decades, cultivating a rich life subsisting o…

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Cable Cars, Confessions, and Chips: TP3 to The Matlocks 20:13

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Enough with the wandering, time to go to a real destination. Maria sets off once more, this time with her partner in tow, and a legendary local attraction in mind: The Heights of Abraham. They hop on the TP3 to Matlock, and take a gentle hillside hike over to Matlock Bath. Maria immediately succumbs to an ice-cream, and walking by the river the pai…

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Salmon State: Alaska 48:27

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Together, Tim, Heather, and Lindsey strengthen Salmon State’s mission: defending rivers and salmon through policy advocacy, community engagement, and protection of critical watersheds across Alaska and its transboundary rivers. As Executive Director based in Juneau, Alaska, Tim Bristol is a leading voice in salmon conservation policy. He has testif…

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The Spirit of River Exploration with Clint Fries 42:26

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Clint Fries is a deeply experienced river guide and expedition leader with over two decades of professional guiding across some of the planet’s most remote and breathtaking landscapes. Known for his calm presence, intuitive leadership, and profound respect for wild places, Clint has become a trusted figure in the world of wilderness travel. For the…

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Torrs, Trails, and Treats: 61 to Hayfield & New Mills 24:11

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Maria checks off a couple of destinations that have long been on her list in one fell swoop. She jumps on the 61 to Hayfield to scope out the village, and in particular two pubs: the much lauded foodie spot The Pack Horse and the seemingly equally loved but now permanently closed The Royal. She later arranges to meet a member of the community fight…

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The co-creator and driving force behind Stackem, a unique double-can cooler designed for convenience and versatility, Linsey Beirer Stackem. 6:13

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⁣ Linsey Beirer Stackem, is the co-creator and driving force behind Stackem, a unique double-can cooler designed for convenience and versatility. ⁣ Inspired by a boating trip in Texas with her husband—who originally envisioned the product—Linsey helped bring the idea to life by shaping its functionality and style. ⁣ Stackem’s spring-loaded, vacuum-…

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Whitewater and Power Structures: A Journey with Bridget Crocker 43:36

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Bridget Crocker is a trailblazer in women's empowerment within the outdoor industry. A leading whitewater rafting guide in far-flung regions of Zambia, Ethiopia, the Philippines, Peru, Chile, Costa Rica, India, and the Western United States. During this interview, she discusses her new memoir The Rivers Daughter. Support your local bookstore and pi…

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The inspiring story behind Drybrew the innovative brand turning real coffee into chewable cubes, John Schade. 16:43

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John Schade is the co-founder of Drybrew, the innovative brand behind chewable coffee cubes. Originally from New Jersey, John began his career in commodities trading before pivoting into entrepreneurship with his girlfriend. ⁣ Inspired by a disappointing taste test of edible coffee from Shark Tank, the pair discovered Dryvroom through a Google sear…

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Stumbles upon a hydration innovation that sparks his curiosity—a gel that hydrates four times more effectively than water, Jereme Lambert. 15:53

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Jereme Lambert is a curious adventurer and podcast host with a passion for wellness, clean living, and innovation. During a walk through a trade show with his daughter, Jereme discovered a cutting-edge hydration gel that led to a deeper conversation about global water solutions. ⁣ With a personal interest in clean air and water—backed by his own ho…

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Her remarkable journey from South Africa to becoming a powerhouse in fashion and brand licensing, Bonita Segall. 15:07

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Bonita Segall is a designer, entrepreneur, and co-founder of a thriving licensing and branding agency representing over 220 global brands. Originally from South Africa, ⁣ Bonita began her U.S. journey in the apparel industry before launching VIP Mama, a bold maternity brand merging rock culture and fashion. After a major retail deal collapse wiped …

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Friendship and shared passion for wellness sparked the rise of a powerful, all-natural skincare line rooted in personal struggle and scientific insight, Body Honey. 14:47

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Body Honey is a purpose-driven skincare brand born in the small town of Twisp, Washington, and rooted in one woman’s personal battle with chronic dry skin. Founded by Sindi Scheinberg, with creative support from her close friend Val Husby, Body Honey was developed after Sindi moved from the wet Oregon coast to the dry North Cascades and faced sever…

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From Enola Gaye Grenade Company, a leader in survival gear and pyrotechnics, Justin Palmer. 4:25

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Justin Palmer is a leading voice in outdoor survival innovation and a key figure at Enola Gaye Grenade Company (EG Grenade Co.), a global brand known for its pyrotechnics and tactical gear. ⁣ With over 20 years of experience in the industry, Justin has helped expand the company's reach from paintball and airsoft into life-saving survival tools used…

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How his passion for backpacking, gear reviews, and outdoor adventures led him from Wisconsin's state parks to becoming a micro-influencer and content creator at Outdoor Retailer, Alex Hatlevig. 5:22

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Alex Hatlevig is a Milwaukee-based outdoor content creator and YouTuber known for his long blonde hair and rugged, Thor-like look. With a growing audience of around 9,000 subscribers, Alex shares his love for camping, backpacking, and gear reviews through engaging videos that blend adventure with authenticity. ⁣ Raised exploring Wisconsin's state p…

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The brilliant mind behind Creaitiv App a powerful software platform that transforms how brands analyze and optimize their ad creatives, Warren Williams. 6:27

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Warren Williams is a software engineer and co-founder of Creative App, an innovative platform that uses computer vision and AI to analyze creative ad assets and generate data-driven briefs for marketing teams. ⁣ Originally from Puerto Rico, Warren wrote every line of code himself and partnered with an experienced agency expert to bring the product …

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A representative from Klugonyx helping emerging outdoor brands design, develop, and manufacture their products around the globe, Noah Anders. 3:40

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Noah Anders is a seasoned outdoor industry professional with over a decade of experience helping emerging brands scale through smart global manufacturing. ⁣ Based in Salt Lake City, he works with Klugonyx, connecting companies to trusted partners in Vietnam, Cambodia, Mexico, and beyond—especially as brands seek alternatives to China due to shiftin…

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He is the founder of Braven.app how his startup is helping brand owners uncover valuable conversations happening beyond traditional channels, Kory Tams. 4:16

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Kory Tams is the founder of Braven.app, a bootstrapped startup dedicated to helping brand owners uncover valuable conversations about their products happening beyond traditional platforms—like Reddit, Twitter, and online forums. ⁣ With a passion for actionable data, Kory built Braven to deliver clear, weekly insights that highlight hidden issues, g…

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Their journey from indoor barbecue tools to innovative outdoor and camping gear, Jerry Lin and Bruce Hsu. 4:35

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Jerry Lin is the energetic EVP of a California-based company specializing in barbecue and portable outdoor cooking gear. Known as the "fun guy" and voice of the brand, Jerry brings charisma and creativity to the team, helping lead the charge in product innovation and market expansion. ⁣ Bruce G serves as the company’s hands-on manager, focused on o…

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He introduces NeverFlame a flameless battery-powered cooking system born from a brilliant idea by his 84-year-old inventor uncle, Michael Rose. 5:12

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Michael Rose is the face behind NeverFlame, a groundbreaking flameless cooking system born from his family's inventive legacy. ⁣ Inspired by his 84-year-old uncle—an accomplished battery expert and inventor of the electronic cash register—Michael now carries the torch, sharing a portable, eco-friendly solution for cooking without open flames. ⁣ Des…

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Arctic Rivers with Kevin “Thirsty” McDermott 41:13

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Kevin McDermott—a.k.a. “Thirsty" has been guiding since he was 16 years old. He has 30+ years of experience guiding in Alaska, has climbed Denali and endears himself to travelers with his expertise, calm demeanor, and sense of humor. When he isn't guiding in the Arctic, you might find him on the Alsek, Tatshenshini, Middlefork Salmon or the Grand C…

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Care, Church, and Cheese: 442 to Hartington 23:27

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The 442 to Ashbourne is reportedly one of the UK’s most scenic bus routes, so of course Maria starts her series of adventures with this iconic journey, but gets distracted from the view by a fellow bus rider, a guitarist on a regional pilgrimage. She disembarks in Hartington, a historic village known for its cheesemaking and sets about exploring by…

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Who created the Great Days Out on the bus from Buxton booklet? 11:06

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Before Maria embarks on her adventures, she talks to Sarah Rawlinson from the Buxton Town Team, who created the Great Days Out on the bus from Buxton booklet. Sarah shares her motivation for putting it together, including her background in tourism and her desire to have both visitors and locals swap their cars for public transport. Sarah diligently…

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A passionate content creator rooted in the world of fly fishing and outdoor lifestyle, Holly Jones. 5:12

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Holly Jones is a passionate content creator rooted in the world of fly fishing and outdoor lifestyle. With a keen eye for storytelling and a camera always in hand, she travels to events like Outdoor Retailer to spotlight innovative products, connect with brands, and share authentic experiences with her growing audience. ⁣ Since the pandemic, Holly …

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A Director of Business Development at Pirawna a full-service marketing agency specializing in Amazon and TikTok, Blake Hilton. 3:07

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Blake Hilton is a high-energy marketing strategist and the Director of Business Development at Piranha, a full-service advertising agency specializing in Amazon and TikTok channels. Born and raised in Frisco, Texas, Blake brings Southern charm, relentless hustle, and sharp e-commerce instincts to the table. ⁣ With over five years of industry experi…

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The inspiring story behind a groundbreaking bracelet that lets users track real animals while supporting wildlife conservation, Dustin Smith. 6:17

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Dustin Smith is a passionate advocate for marine life and wildlife conservation, whose early experiences growing up in Florida shaped his lifelong commitment to protecting the natural world. From scooping seaweed to care for seahorses as a child to working at an aquarium feeding injured sea turtles, Dustin’s love for the ocean runs deep. ⁣ Today, h…

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Explores the real fears and wild stories that inspire their content as they dive deep into the origins of their wildly popular survival show, James Harris and Jared Bronstein. 22:15

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James Harris and Jared Bronstein are the Toronto-based duo behind How to Survive, a fast-growing YouTube series that blends science, storytelling, and survival. James, the show's creator and a former science writer with a personal history of overcoming medical and outdoor challenges, brings a grounded, research-driven perspective. Jared, a seasoned…

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A travel creator who shares her bold leap from a modest upbringing in South Dakota and a fast-paced New York City life to full-time globetrotter, Nikki Tomllin. 29:56

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Nikki Tomlin is a travel creator, photographer, and content strategist known for her viral “girl that spins” videos filmed in breathtaking locations around the world. Originally from Rapid City, South Dakota. Nikki’s journey took her from a modest upbringing to studying photography, navigating life in New York City, and eventually launching her own…

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Pros and Cons of Offseason Travel (and how not to be like the Griswolds visiting Wally World) 9:19

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S3 Show Notes Template Will always share the goods and the bads with you. Pros and cons to everything, and I don’t enjoy it when people don’t give me a balanced review of anything. First, what is considered off season or shoulder season depends upon your destination… Pros of Off season Travel Pricing Crowds More comfortable temperatures Avoiding “t…

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15 Must-Know Phrases for Travelers to Unlock Any Language Abroad 7:24

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Managing Language Barriers S1 E4 For purposes of this broadcast, assume you only speak English. Reality: Reality is that English is understood in most major cities Yes, you can use translation software some of the time, but it will get cumbersome, but it can be tedious, time consuming, and you might not have a great signal, your phone might be out …

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Walking the Thames Path National Trail 9:25

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Please note that this podcast description may contain affiliate links, which means I will earn a commission if you purchase an item through my links. There is absolutely no cost to you and it helps me continue the work of the podcast. Also, I am not a paid spokesperson and all opinions are my own. Most people probably know some great solo hikers an…

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Second Act Travels Trailer 1:09

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Second Act Travels is a ten minute podcast providing travel inspiration and information to those in their second act-- whether as an empty nester or retiree. There's still plenty of life within us, so let's get traveling!By Elizabeth @ Overseasandover50

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Introducing: Great Days Out on the bus from Buxton 2:15

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Hop on the bus and travel across the Peak District in this miniseries of audio adventures. When Maria Passingham moved to Buxton and discovered the Great Days Out on the bus from Buxton booklet, she was curious to follow the routes and discover the region’s treasures. With single fares costing less than a coffee, the stress of finding a parking spo…

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An adventure writer, photographer, and van life pioneer who swapped a Hollywood career for a nomadic life exploring the world’s wildest places, Emily Pennington. 23:46

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Emily Pennington is an adventure writer, photographer, and author of Feral: Losing Myself and Finding My Way in America’s National Parks. A former Hollywood assistant turned full-time explorer, she’s best known for visiting all 63 U.S. national parks and documenting the journey in a popular column for Outside Magazine. Originally from suburban Hous…

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Part 3 Walk the Thames Path- Resources To Use For Hiking the Trail 11:11

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In this episode of Second Act Travels, host Elizabeth delves into the resources that will enhance your hike along the Thames Path. She recommends the Trailblazer Guide for its comprehensive coverage, Joyce Mackey’s book for solo female travelers, and the visual narratives from 'Hiking with Dave and Barbara.' Elizabeth also suggests using the Nation…