Hiking Unfiltered

In this episode, Courtney talks with Jamila Minnifield, aka Turtle. Jamila is a wilderness therapist and describes her experiences with her own "group of unicorns," how natural consequences can help kids back in the "real world" and she answers the question: "What is Wilderness Therapy?"

Remember, I'd love to hear from you on any topic that comes up in the show or if you know someone that would be a great guest for the show. Email me at hikingunfiltered@gmail.com. Enjoying the show? Leave us a review wherever you listen to the podcast. It really helps the show! You can also leave a voicemail for me on through the website. I may even share it on the show! Click here: https://www.hikingradionetwork.com/show/hiking-unfiltered/

You can join the Unfiltered community on Facebook to share your questions and show ideas. https://www.facebook.com/HikingUnfiltered

You also find me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hikingunfiltered/

Thank you for listening. If you feel this show helps add a smile to your day and inspires you to get out there, consider helping us grow. Become a Patreon supporter here and get a chance to get exclusive content.
https://www.patreon.com/user?u=69585282

If you enjoy my Unfiltered banter, you will love the conversations I have with my son Jacob (plus his candid take on the world).
Check out my book: Jacob Talks: Precocious Wit and Wisdom From A Preschooler https://www.amazon.com/Jacob-Talks-Precocious-Wisdom-Pre-Schooler/dp/B096TLBPN6

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In this episode, Courtney gets unfiltered with Keith "Fozzie" Foskett, author and worldwide hiker. They discuss long trails all over the world and particularly in the UK, living a wanderlust lifestyle, and they ask the question: "How can we rebel against the status quo?"

Someone once described Keith Foskett as an anomaly (it was apparently a compliment). He has hiked thousands of miles and holds a deep respect for the outdoor spaces of this world. Well known in hiking circles, he has written several books and contributes to various outdoor publications.

He’s partial to a glass of Rioja and nurtures a weird interest in down sleeping bags and wool underwear. Encouraging people to chase adventures and live their dreams, he was born and still lives in southeast England.

https://www.keithfoskett.com/

https://www.facebook.com/keith.foskett.98

https://twitter.com/KeithFoskett

Remember, I'd love to hear from you on any topic that comes up in the show or if you know someone that would be a great guest for the show. Email me at hikingunfiltered@gmail.com. Enjoying the show? Leave us a review wherever you listen to the podcast. It really helps the show!

You can join the Unfiltered community on Facebook to share your questions and show ideas. https://www.facebook.com/HikingUnfiltered

You also find me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hikingunfiltered/

Get your Myaderm CBD pain relief products here: https://www.myaderm.com/. Use the code HIKING at checkout to get 20% off your first order!

Thank you for listening. If you feel this show helps add a smile to your day and inspires you to get out there, consider helping us grow. Become a Patreon supporter here and get a chance to get exclusive content.
https://www.patreon.com/user?u=69585282

If you enjoy my Unfiltered banter, you will love the conversations I have with my son Jacob (plus his candid take on the world).
Check out my book: Jacob Talks: Precocious Wit and Wisdom From A Preschooler https://www.amazon.com/Jacob-Talks-Precocious-Wisdom-Pre-Schooler/dp/B096TLBPN6

Start your own Riverside Podcast here: https://riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=cam

In this Bonus Episode, Courtney gets unfiltered with Brian "Mr. Frodo" Livingston in a fun game of lightning-round questions!

Brian Livingston was born and raised in Atlanta, GA. He went to Clemson University and earned a degree in History. He thru-hiked the AT in 2013 and then went to Washington & Lee University School of Law for his JD. He now practices law in Charleston SC and lives with his wife Olivia and black lab Maddux.
Follow Brian:
https://www.brianlivingstonbooks.com

https://twitter.com/LivingstonBooks

https://instagram.com/brianlivingstonbooks

https://facebook.com/AuthorBrianLivingston

Remember, I'd love to hear from you on any topic that comes up in the show or if you know someone that would be a great guest for the show. Email me at hikingunfiltered@gmail.com. Enjoying the show? Leave us a review wherever you listen to the podcast. It really helps the show! You can also leave a voicemail for me on through the website. I may even share it on the show! Click here: https://www.hikingradionetwork.com/show/hiking-unfiltered/

You can join the Unfiltered community on Facebook to share your questions and show ideas. https://www.facebook.com/HikingUnfiltered

You also find me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hikingunfiltered/

Get your Myaderm CBD pain relief products here: https://www.myaderm.com/

Use the code HIKING at checkout to get 20% off your first order!

Thank you for listening. If you feel this show helps add a smile to your day and inspires you to get out there, consider helping us grow. Become a Patreon supporter here and get a chance to get exclusive content.
https://www.patreon.com/user?u=69585282

If you enjoy my Unfiltered banter, you will love the conversations I have with my son Jacob (plus his candid take on the world).
Check out my book: Jacob Talks: Precocious Wit and Wisdom From A Preschooler https://www.amazon.com/Jacob-Talks-Precocious-Wisdom-Pre-Schooler/dp/B096TLBPN6

Start your own Riverside Podcast here: https://riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=cam

In this episode, Courtney talks with Brian Livingston aka Mr. Frodo. They dive in to how a gap year of thru-hiking influenced his first novel, how to incorporate nature in parenthood, and why animals are so fascinating. They answer the question: What are the long-term effects of a thru hike?

Brian Livingston was born and raised in Atlanta, GA. He went to Clemson University and earned a degree in History. He thru-hiked the AT in 2013 and then went to Washington & Lee University School of Law for his JD. He now practices law in Charleston SC and lives with his wife Olivia and black lab Maddux.

Follow Brian:
https://www.brianlivingstonbooks.com

https://twitter.com/LivingstonBooks

https://instagram.com/brianlivingstonbooks

https://facebook.com/AuthorBrianLivingston

Remember, I'd love to hear from you on any topic that comes up in the show or if you know someone that would be a great guest for the show. Email me at hikingunfiltered@gmail.com. Enjoying the show? Leave us a review wherever you listen to the podcast. It really helps the show! You can also leave a voicemail for me on through the website. I may even share it on the show! Click here: https://www.hikingradionetwork.com/show/hiking-unfiltered/

You can join the Unfiltered community on Facebook to share your questions and show ideas. https://www.facebook.com/HikingUnfiltered

You also find me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hikingunfiltered/

Get your Myaderm CBD pain relief products here: https://www.myaderm.com/

Use the code HIKING at checkout to get 20% off your first order!

Thank you for listening. If you feel this show helps add a smile to your day and inspires you to get out there, consider helping us grow. Become a Patreon supporter here and get a chance to get exclusive content.
https://www.patreon.com/user?u=69585282

If you enjoy my Unfiltered banter, you will love the conversations I have with my son Jacob (plus his candid take on the world).
Check out my book: Jacob Talks: Precocious Wit and Wisdom From A Preschooler https://www.amazon.com/Jacob-Talks-Precocious-Wisdom-Pre-Schooler/dp/B096TLBPN6

Start your own Riverside Podcast here: https://riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=cam

In this episode, Courtney talks with Emily (In Tune) Janecek about her current attempted thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail. They talk about hiking partners, hike timing, and Emily answers the question: Is it safe for a woman to hike alone?

Emily Janecek describes herself as a Canadian, 24 yrs old, trail name In Tune, just trying to thru-hike the AT!
Follow Emily:
https://www.instagram.com/emjanecek/?hl=en

https://youtube.com/c/Em%E2%80%99sOutdoors

Remember, I'd love to hear from you on any topic that comes up in the show or if you know someone that would be a great guest for the show. Email me at hikingunfiltered@gmail.com. Enjoying the show? Leave us a review wherever you listen to the podcast. It really helps the show! You can also leave a voicemail for me on through the website. I may even share it on the show! Click here: https://www.hikingradionetwork.com/show/hiking-unfiltered/

You can join the Unfiltered community on Facebook to share your questions and show ideas. https://www.facebook.com/HikingUnfiltered

You also find me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hikingunfiltered/

Check out the other shows on the Hiking Radio Network
https://www.hikingradionetwork.com/

Stuff I love!
Get your Myaderm CBD pain relief products here: https://www.myaderm.com/

Use the code HIKING at checkout to get 20% off your first order!

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In this Bonus Episode, Courtney gets unfiltered with Garret "Jive Turkey" Tandy in a fun game of lightning-round questions!

Garrett Tandy, Jive Turkey, is an accomplished hiker. After completing his 2021 thru-hike of the AT he started planning his thru-hike of the Pacific Crest Trail. As of this recording, he was preparing to begin that hike in April of 2022. You can follow Jive Turkey on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jive_turkey_hikes/ and check back here for some on the trail check ins along the way!

Remember, I'd love to hear from you on any topic that comes up in the show or if you know someone that would be a great guest for the show. Email me at hikingunfiltered@gmail.com. Enjoying the show? Leave us a review wherever you listen to the podcast. It really helps the show! You can also leave a voicemail for me on through the website. I may even share it on the show! Click here: https://www.hikingradionetwork.com/show/hiking-unfiltered/

You can join the Unfiltered community on Facebook to share your questions and show ideas. https://www.facebook.com/HikingUnfiltered

You also find me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hikingunfiltered/

Check out the other shows on the Hiking Radio Network
https://www.hikingradionetwork.com/

Stuff I love!
Get your Myaderm CBD pain relief products here: https://www.myaderm.com/Use the code HIKING at checkout to get 20% off your first order!

Start your own Riverside Podcast here: https://riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=cam

In this episode, Courtney talks to Grant "Detour" Breidenbach, of Bear Vault, about the challenges of bear safety. Should you hang your food? Should you carry a bear canister? How far away should it be from your camp? What the heck do I do if I actually have a bear encounter? They answer all these questions and more!

Grant Breidenbach is an outdoor enthusiast and wilderness ethics fanatic. He actively pursues the best of nature in all four seasons by backpacking, rock climbing, backcountry skiing, and mountaineering.

Follow Grant:
https://www.instagram.com/bearvault/?hl=en

https://www.instagram.com/grantbbach/

Find a bear canister here: https://bearvault.com

Here is the article Grant referenced by Andrew Skurka:
https://andrewskurka.com/argument-against-hanging-bear-bag/

Remember, I'd love to hear from you on any topic that comes up in the show or if you know someone that would be a great guest for the show. Email me at hikingunfiltered@gmail.com. Enjoying the show? Leave us a review wherever you listen to the podcast. It really helps the show! You can also leave a voicemail for me on through the website. I may even share it on the show! Click here: https://www.hikingradionetwork.com/show/hiking-unfiltered/

You can join the Unfiltered community on Facebook to share your questions and show ideas. https://www.facebook.com/HikingUnfiltered

You also find me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hikingunfiltered/

Check out the other shows on the Hiking Radio Network
https://www.hikingradionetwork.com/

Stuff I love!
Get your Myaderm CBD pain relief products here: https://www.myaderm.com/. Use the code HIKING at checkout to get 20% off your first order!

Start your own Riverside Podcast here: https://riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=cam

In this Bonus Episode, Courtney gets unfiltered with Christine "Lady Unicorn" Reed in a fun game of lightning-round questions!

Christine Reed is a long-distance backpacker and author of the memoir, Alone in Wonderland. She shares her personal journey from sedentary office worker to rugged outdoorswoman in hopes of inspiring others to see something bigger for themselves-- whatever that may be. But also to remind us that a good story is about sharing something real and unfiltered of ourselves and connecting with others. She's found in the outdoor community the first place that ever felt like home.

Follow Christine's adventures:
https://www.aloneinwonderland.com/

https://instagram.com/ruggedoutdoorswoman

https://tiktok.com/ruggedoutdoorswoman

https://twitter.com/ruggdoutdrswomn

Leave Christine's book a review here:
https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/55879258-alone-in-wonderland#:~:text=Alone%20in%20Wonderland%20is%20a,%2DKnowledge%2C%20Self%2DAcceptance.

Remember, I'd love to hear from you on any topic that comes up in the show or if you know someone that would be a great guest for the show. Email me at hikingunfiltered@gmail.com. Enjoying the show? Leave us a review wherever you listen to the podcast. It really helps the show!

You can join the Unfiltered community on Facebook to share your questions and show ideas. https://www.facebook.com/HikingUnfiltered

You also find me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hikingunfiltered/

Get your Myaderm CBD pain relief products here: https://www.myaderm.com/

Use the code HIKING at checkout to get 20% off your first order!

Thank you for listening. If you feel this show helps add a smile to your day and inspires you to get out there, consider helping us grow. Become a Patreon supporter here and get a chance to get exclusive content.
https://www.patreon.com/user?u=69585282

If you enjoy my Unfiltered banter, you will love the conversations I have with my son Jacob (plus his candid take on the world).
Check out my book: Jacob Talks: Precocious Wit and Wisdom From A Preschooler https://www.amazon.com/Jacob-Talks-Precocious-Wisdom-Pre-Schooler/dp/B096TLBPN6

Start your own Riverside Podcast here: https://riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=cam

In this episode, Courtney gets unfiltered with Christine "Lady Unicorn" Reed. They talk about what it feels like to get bitten hard by the hiking bug, redefining independence, and intentionally taking on major challenges to force changes in ourselves. We ask the question: "You want to be alone on purpose?!"

Christine Reed is a long-distance backpacker and author of the memoir, Alone in Wonderland. She shares her personal journey from sedentary office worker to rugged outdoorswoman in hopes of inspiring others to see something bigger for themselves-- whatever that may be. But also to remind us that a good story is about sharing something real and unfiltered of ourselves and connecting with others. She's found in the outdoor community the first place that ever felt like home.

Follow Christine's adventures:
https://www.aloneinwonderland.com/

https://instagram.com/ruggedoutdoorswoman

https://tiktok.com/ruggedoutdoorswoman

https://twitter.com/ruggdoutdrswomn

Remember, I'd love to hear from you on any topic that comes up in the show or if you know someone that would be a great guest for the show. Email me at hikingunfiltered@gmail.com. Enjoying the show? Leave us a review wherever you listen to the podcast. It really helps the show!

You can join the Unfiltered community on Facebook to share your questions and show ideas. https://www.facebook.com/HikingUnfiltered

You also find me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hikingunfiltered/

Get your Myaderm CBD pain relief products here: https://www.myaderm.com/

Use the code HIKING at checkout to get 20% off your first order!

Thank you for listening. If you feel this show helps add a smile to your day and inspires you to get out there, consider helping us grow. Become a Patreon supporter here and get a chance to get exclusive content.
https://www.patreon.com/user?u=69585282

If you enjoy my Unfiltered banter, you will love the conversations I have with my son Jacob (plus his candid take on the world).
Check out my book: Jacob Talks: Precocious Wit and Wisdom From A Preschooler https://www.amazon.com/Jacob-Talks-Precocious-Wisdom-Pre-Schooler/dp/B096TLBPN6

Start your own Riverside Podcast here: https://riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=cam

In this episode, Courtney has a conversation with Anna "Mud Butt" Huthmaker about the hiking community that she created, Trail Dames. They explore the concept of how we can, and do, support each other on the trail so that we can experience the growth that exploring the outdoors has to offer. Anna and Courtney ask the question: "Does it take a village to hike a trail?"

In 2003, Anna Huthmaker hiked 700 miles on the Appalachian Trail and realized that nobody on the trail looked like her. She returned home and formed the Trail Dames. She wanted a group for “women of a curvy nature.”

ALL women are now welcome in the Trail Dames and Anna’s podcast reflects the supportive nature of women who hike. If you’d like to know more about the Trail Dames organization, click on the link below, but NOT before you listen to Anna!!

The Trail Dames mission is to welcome, empower, and educate women of all shapes, sizes, and experience and fitness levels to responsibly explore nature. TD accomplishes this by offering safe and supportive activities that promote personal growth, friendship, self-confidence, self-reliance, and a love of the outdoors. Visit them here: https://www.traildames.com/index.html

Listen to Anna's podcast here: https://hikingradionetwork.com/the-trail-dames-podcast/

Remember, I'd love to hear from you on any topic that comes up in the show or if you know someone that would be a great guest for the show. Email me at hikingunfiltered@gmail.com. Enjoying the show? Leave us a review wherever you listen to the podcast. It really helps the show!

You can join the Unfiltered community on Facebook to share your questions and show ideas. https://www.facebook.com/HikingUnfiltered

You also find me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hikingunfiltered/

Get your Myaderm CBD pain relief products here: https://www.myaderm.com/

Use the code HIKING at checkout to get 20% off your first order!

Thank you for listening. If you feel this show helps add a smile to your day and inspires you to get out there, consider helping us grow. Become a Patreon supporter here and get a chance to get exclusive content.
https://www.patreon.com/user?u=69585282

If you enjoy my Unfiltered banter, you will love the conversations I have with my son Jacob (plus his candid take on the world).
Check out my book: Jacob Talks: Precocious Wit and Wisdom From A Preschooler https://www.amazon.com/Jacob-Talks-Precocious-Wisdom-Pre-Schooler/dp/B096TLBPN6

Start your own Riverside Podcast here: https://riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=cam

In this episode, Courtney chats with Andrew Forestell, aka Reptar. Andrew shares some of his craziest adventures and together they answer the question: How is being miserable fun?!

Andrew "Reptar" Forestell is an entrepreneur, photographer, and explorer on a journey to pursue sheer adventure and keep nature clean. After completing a thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail (AT) in 2015, Reptar realized he can do more than just share his journey; he can inspire a movement. Reptar self-released The AT Experience, which soared through community theaters and inspired many to take chances and live their lives to the fullest.

Subsequently, Reptar set out to hike the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) in 2017 and joined forces with the Granite Gear Groundskeepers to help clean up trash on long trails across the United States. After hiking more than four-thousand miles, Reptar stays determined to keep his head high and his eyes forward.

In 2020, he was featured on Discovery Channel's TV show "Naked and Afraid", and since then his heart and mind are the true lens of his camera. Reptar is currently immersed in creating a second film, The PCT Experience, as well as creating a survival game called Far North.

Social:

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=reptar+hikes

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reptarhikes/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Reptarhikes

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reptarhikes

Remember, I'd love to hear from you on any topic that comes up in the show or if you know someone that would be a great guest for the show. Email me at hikingunfiltered@gmail.com. Enjoying the show? Leave us a review wherever you listen to the podcast. It really helps the show!

You can join the Unfiltered community on Facebook to share your questions and show ideas. https://www.facebook.com/HikingUnfiltered

You also find me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hikingunfiltered/

Thank you for listening. If you feel this show helps add a smile to your day and inspires you to get out there, consider helping us grow. Become a Patreon supporter here and get a chance to get exclusive content.
https://www.patreon.com/user?u=69585282

If you enjoy my Unfiltered banter, you will love the conversations I have with my son Jacob (plus his candid take on the world).
Check out my book: Jacob Talks: Precocious Wit and Wisdom From A Preschooler https://www.amazon.com/Jacob-Talks-Precocious-Wisdom-Pre-Schooler/dp/B096TLBPN6

Start your own Riverside Podcast here: https://riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=cam

In this episode, Courtney has an unfiltered conversation with Jon and Missy Baatz that was so much fun it had to be broken into two episodes! In Part 2 the Baatz dive into life on a long trail with a spouse/significant other, how Missy surprised herself, and how the "drug" of happiness can get us hooked. They answer the question: How much is enough?!

Jon and Missy Baatz are a married couple whose hike on the Appalachian Trail in 2019 forever changed their lives. They left corporate life behind, sold almost everything they owned, and built a camper van to live in full time. Now they travel full-time, working just enough to fuel their passions.
Follow them:
https://www.travelingoutsidethebaatz.com

https://twitter.com/OutsideTheBaatz

https://www.instagram.com/travelingoutsidethebaatz/

https://www.facebook.com/TravelingOutsideTheBaatz/

https://youtube.com/c/travelingoutsidethebaatz

https://tiktok.com/travelingoutsidethebaatz

Find the coffee at:
https://www.803outpost.com/

Visit Trail Days:
https://festivalnet.com/15900/Damascus-Virginia/Festivals/Appalachian-Trail-Days-Festival

Remember, I'd love to hear from you on any topic that comes up in the show or if you know someone that would be a great guest for the show. Email me at hikingunfiltered@gmail.com. Enjoying the show? Leave us a review wherever you listen to the podcast. It really helps the show!

You can join the Unfiltered community on Facebook to share your questions and show ideas. https://www.facebook.com/HikingUnfiltered

You also find me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hikingunfiltered/

Thank you for listening. If you feel this show helps add a smile to your day and inspires you to get out there, consider helping us grow. Become a Patreon supporter here and get a chance to get exclusive content.
https://www.patreon.com/user?u=69585282

If you enjoy my Unfiltered banter, you will love the conversations I have with my son Jacob (plus his candid take on the world).
Check out my book: Jacob Talks: Precocious Wit and Wisdom From A Preschooler https://www.amazon.com/Jacob-Talks-Precocious-Wisdom-Pre-Schooler/dp/B096TLBPN6

Start your own Riverside Podcast here: https://riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=cam

In this episode, Courtney has an unfiltered conversation with Jon and Missy Baatz that was so much fun it had to be broken into two episodes! In Part 1 we get to hear about the fun story of Missy's trail name "Hot Buns", how the AT hook was set in the Baatz's and changed their lives, and one heart-breaking decision.

Jon and Missy Baatz are a married couple whose hike on the Appalachian Trail in 2019 forever changed their lives. They left corporate life behind, sold almost everything they owned, and built a camper van to live in full time. Now they travel full time, working just enough to fuel their passions.

Follow them:
https://www.travelingoutsidethebaatz.com

https://twitter.com/OutsideTheBaatz

https://www.instagram.com/travelingoutsidethebaatz/

https://www.facebook.com/TravelingOutsideTheBaatz/

https://youtube.com/c/travelingoutsidethebaatz

https://tiktok.com/travelingoutsidethebaatz

Find the coffee at:
https://www.803outpost.com/

Visit Trail Days:
https://festivalnet.com/15900/Damascus-Virginia/Festivals/Appalachian-Trail-Days-Festival

Remember, I'd love to hear from you on any topic that comes up in the show or if you know someone that would be a great guest for the show. Email me at hikingunfiltered@gmail.com. Enjoying the show? Leave us a review wherever you listen to the podcast. It really helps the show!

You can join the Unfiltered community on Facebook to share your questions and show ideas. https://www.facebook.com/HikingUnfiltered

You also find me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hikingunfiltered/

Thank you for listening. If you feel this show helps add a smile to your day and inspires you to get out there, consider helping us grow. Become a Patreon supporter here and get a chance to get exclusive content.
https://www.patreon.com/user?u=69585282

If you enjoy my Unfiltered banter, you will love the conversations I have with my son Jacob (plus his candid take on the world).
Check out my book: Jacob Talks: Precocious Wit and Wisdom From A Preschooler https://www.amazon.com/Jacob-Talks-Precocious-Wisdom-Pre-Schooler/dp/B096TLBPN6

Start your own Riverside Podcast here: https://riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=cam

In this episode, Courtney talks with Gary "Green Giant" Sizer, author and Appalachian Trail thru hiker (2014). Gary turned his lifelong love of story-telling into a best-selling book, Where's the Next Shelter? They explore how the trail changes you physically and mentally, what life looks like after a long hike and how hiking can grow from a hobby to an obsession.

Gary Sizer was born in New Castle, Pa. Years of military service and software consulting fed his passion for travel, which he chronicles in his latest book, Home is Forward. After walking the Appalachian Trail in 2014, his before and after pictures went viral, and since then millions of people have seen him in his underpants. Now Gary hikes and lives in the hills near Asheville, N.C., where he occasionally records stories for NPR's The Moth.
https://www.garysizer.com/

Remember, I'd love to hear from you on any topic that comes up in the show or if you know someone that would be a great guest for the show. Email me at hikingunfiltered@gmail.com. Enjoying the show? Leave us a review wherever you listen to the podcast. It really helps the show!

You can join the Unfiltered community on Facebook to share your questions and show ideas. https://www.facebook.com/HikingUnfiltered

You also find me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hikingunfiltered/

Thank you for listening. If you feel this show helps add a smile to your day and inspires you to get out there, consider helping us grow. Become a Patreon supporter here and get a chance to get exclusive content.
https://www.patreon.com/user?u=69585282

If you enjoy my Unfiltered banter, you will love the conversations I have with my son Jacob (plus his candid take on the world).
Check out my book: Jacob Talks: Precocious Wit and Wisdom From A Preschooler https://www.amazon.com/Jacob-Talks-Precocious-Wisdom-Pre-Schooler/dp/B096TLBPN6

Start your own Riverside Podcast here: https://riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=cam

In this episode, Courtney talks with Stephanie Quarles or Wander Woman. She joins the Appalachian Trail Class of 2022 in February of this year for her AT thru hike attempt. As a wife and mother of four, she is in a unique situation. Stephanie is going solo for her thru hike! Listen as Unfiltered and Wander Woman crack each other up over mom guilt, getting away, and answering the question "How can you thru hike while you still have kids at home?!"

Stephanie is a Tennessee native and grew up as an active outdoorswoman. After becoming a very young mother and dealing with life's hard knocks, she is carving out some time to be on trail alone. She has an active TikTok and YouTube. You can follow her at the links below.

https://www.tiktok.com/@934mamaq

https://youtube.com/channel/UC-CcHV_ZSpxqyla90eiR2_A

Remember, I'd love to hear from you on any topic that comes up in the show or if you know someone that would be a great guest for the show. Email me at hikingunfiltered@gmail.com. Enjoying the show? Leave us a review wherever you listen to the podcast. It really helps the show!

You can join the Unfiltered community on Facebook to share your questions and show ideas. https://www.facebook.com/HikingUnfiltered

You also find me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hikingunfiltered/

Thank you for listening. If you feel this show helps add a smile to your day and inspires you to get out there, consider helping us grow. Become a Patreon supporter here and get a chance to get exclusive content.
https://www.patreon.com/user?u=69585282

If you enjoy my Unfiltered banter, you will love the conversations I have with my son Jacob (plus his candid take on the world).
Check out my book: Jacob Talks: Precocious Wit and Wisdom From A Preschooler https://www.amazon.com/Jacob-Talks-Precocious-Wisdom-Pre-Schooler/dp/B096TLBPN6

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Garrett Tandy, or Jive Turkey, completed his Appalachian Trail Thru hike in 2021 and decided to take on the Pinhoti Trail next. Garret talks with Courtney about his experiences on this trail that made him rethink his gear, his reason for hiking that trail and ultimately the decision that took him off trail this time. Listen in as Unfiltered and Jive Turkey answer the question, "Is getting off trail a failure?"

Garrett Tandy, Jive Turkey, is an accomplished hiker. After completing his 2021 thru hike of the AT, he started planning his thru hike of the Pacific Crest Trail. As of this recording, he was preparing to begin that hike in April 2022. You can follow Jive Turkey on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jive_turkey_hikes/ and check back here for some on the trail check ins along the way!

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In this episode Courtney talks with Carisa Oxendine or Mus Ox. Mus is in the Appalachian Trail Class of 2022 and plans to start at Springer Mountain on February 22, 2022. This is her second attempt at a thru hike, but that's not the most important thing to know.

Mus is a Native American Navy veteran, a survivor of PTSD, a wife and a mother. She has used hiking to help her cope with trauma, anxiety and depression. Maybe you have heard the expression "the trail provides"? In this conversation, Unfiltered and Mus answer the question, "What does the trail provide?"

Carisa is a 46 yr old Native American. She was born and raised in North Carolina and currently lives in Florida with her wife and their two boys, 17 and 14. She is a retired, disabled veteran. Go Navy!!! She started hiking in 2018 and embarked on her Appalachian Trail journey that year and planned for a 2020 thru hike. She started in March of 2020 and got off because of COVID-19 lockdowns. She has now started a YouTube and Instagram to share her journey!

https://youtube.com/channel/UCVQ1hmBxwvwsPbMpMAhiEjw

https://www.instagram.com/mus.ox333/

You can learn more about Mission 22 here: https://mission22.com/

Remember, I'd love to hear from you on any topic that comes up in the show or if you know someone that would be a great guest for the show. Email me at hikingunfiltered@gmail.com. Enjoying the show? Leave us a review wherever you listen to the podcast. It really helps the show!

You can join the Unfiltered community on Facebook to share your questions and show ideas. https://www.facebook.com/HikingUnfiltered

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Thank you for listening. If you feel this show helps add a smile to your day and inspires you to get out there, consider helping us grow. Become a Patreon supporter here and get a chance to get exclusive content.
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If you enjoy my Unfiltered banter, you will love the conversations I have with my son Jacob (plus his candid take on the world).
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In this episode Unfiltered talks to Derick Lugo, Author of The Unlikely Thru-Hiker, Host of The Unlikely Stories Podcast, aka Mr. Fabulous. He opens up about how his unexpected thru hike of the Appalachian Trail changed the trajectory of his career and life. He experienced a transformation so complete that he felt he had to take his message to people all over the world, especially young kids that might not experience the outdoors very much.
He answers the question: How can we stay fabulous on the trail and in the world?

Storytelling is Derick Lugo’s forte; he’s the author of the popular book, The Unlikely Thru-Hiker, a humorous memoir of his 6-month hike of the entire Appalachian Trail. He has written several pieces for outdoor magazines, short stories for various books, and is currently working on two new books, including a children’s book. Derick is a sought-after keynote speaker, adventurer, and host of the Unlikely Stories Podcast.

To learn more about Derick Lugo, his new writing projects, and his next adventure, follow him on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/dericklugo/, Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/derick.lugo, and at http://www.dericklugo.com/

Remember, I'd love to hear from you on any topic that comes up in the show or if you know someone that would be a great guest for the show. Email me at hikingunfiltered@gmail.com. Enjoying the show? Leave us a review wherever you listen to the podcast. It really helps the show!

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If you enjoy my Unfiltered banter, you will love the conversations I have with my son Jacob (plus his candid take on the world).
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In this episode we ask Melanie Harsha, aka Peanut, that burning question: “Is hiking sexy?”

Melanie is a seasoned hiker who has thru hiked both the Appalachian Trail, as a solo NOBO, and the Pacific Crest Trail NOBO with her partner James (Cricket). She has a masters in Appalachian Studies; talk about an expert!
Courtney and Melanie explore what it is like to hike solo, hike with a dog and last but not least, hike with a lover.

You can find Melanie on Instagram or check out her blog. https://linktr.ee/Melaniepeanut. She plans to complete the “Triple Crown” as soon as possible.

Congratulations to Episode #5’s Instagram winner, Jonathan Hayes! He shared and commented to win something that I love. Thank you for your support. Your goodies are on the way!

Remember, I'd love to hear from you on any topic that comes up in the show or if you know someone that would be a great guest for the show. Email me at hikingunfiltered@gmail.com. Enjoying the show? Leave us a review wherever you listen to the podcast. It really helps the show!

You can join the Unfiltered community on Facebook to share your questions and show ideas. https://www.facebook.com/HikingUnfiltered

You also find me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hikingunfiltered/

If you enjoy my Unfiltered banter, you will love the conversations I have with my son Jacob (plus his candid take on the world).
Check out my book: Jacob Talks: Precocious Wit and Wisdom From A Preschooler https://www.amazon.com/Jacob-Talks-Precocious-Wisdom-Pre-Schooler/dp/B096TLBPN6

Today’s guest, Diane Harsha aka Sticks, has hiked the entire Appalachian Trail, while managing a high-stress job and home life.

We address the issue of planning LASH hikes (Long-Ass Section Hike), dealing with equipment failures and changes and how she was able to find some major mental health benefits on her hikes too.

You can read all about Sticks' Appalachian Trail trips in her new book Sticks and Stones: How to hike the Appalachian Trail in 13 Years. Get it here: https://www.amazon.com/Sticks-Stones-Appalachian-Trail-Thirteen/dp/1544522088

Remember, I'd love to hear from you on any topic that comes up in the show or if you know someone that would be a great guest for the show. Email me at hikingunfiltered@gmail.com. Enjoying the show? Leave us a review wherever you listen to the podcast. It really helps the show!

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If you enjoy my Unfiltered banter, you will love the conversations I have with my son Jacob (plus his candid take on the world).
Check out my book: Jacob Talks: Precocious Wit and Wisdom From A Preschooler https://www.amazon.com/Jacob-Talks-Precocious-Wisdom-Pre-Schooler/dp/B096TLBPN6