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Tuesday Jul 14, 2020
Tuesday Jul 14, 2020
In this episode, redwoods, snake fear, break dancing, and how to be a better steward of the outdoors. We talk with John “Griff” Griffith, wildlife conservationist, host of Animal Planets ‘Wild Jobs’ and all-around super nature nerd.
Show Notes
- 00:35 – Jason launches his photo website and visits the redwoods, backpacks in the Trinity Alps, and has his scariest wildlife encounter.
- 09:32 – Saveria and the Adventurus Women workshops, and what it’s like to get outdoors and travel during a pandemic.
- 11:39 – Jeff goes camping and gets his dogs “trail-ready.”
- 18:55 – Introducing Griff, the natural and cultural resource interpreter at Humboldt Redwoods State Park.
- 21:25 – The importance of protected natural areas for recreation, biodiversity and more.
- 24:09 – Laura Mahan, her role in saving the redwoods, and why she would be Griff’s first tattoo.
- 30:00 – Why adventurers experience the present moment better than most (mediation + locomotion), which positions them to better understand our connections with nature.
- 35:30 – Avoiding the “terminal experience” in nature.
- 40:30 – The story behind the Boss Dances Like a Boss video.
- 47:35 – Wild Jobs on Animal Planet (you can watch it online).
- 49:36 – How hard it is to get bitten by a rattlesnake, and Griff’s theory about snake fear.
- 52:09 – What can someone do to get into a dream job like Griff?
Mentioned in this Episode
- Jason has launched his photo website: Fitztography.net
- AdventurUs Women
- Humboldt Redwoods State Park
- Trinity Alps Wilderness
- Laura Mahan
- Boss Dances Like a Boss – YouTube
- iNaturalist – great, free app for identifying plants and participating in citizen science.
- Wild Jobs on Animal Planet
- National Association for Interpretation
- California Naturalist Program on Facebook
- Find Griff on Facebook
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Our Co-hosts
- Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject
- Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen web: AdventurUsWomen.com
- Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker web: SoCalHiker.net
Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.
The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.
Tuesday Jun 30, 2020
Tuesday Jun 30, 2020
In this episode, outriggers, the Brad Pitt of Korea and SUP. We speak with Michael Kelley, REI instructor, outrigger canoe and stand-up paddle board racer.
Show Notes
- 00:36 – Introductions
- 4:00 – How Michael first got started in racing outrigger canoes
- 5:31 – Individual and team seasons
- 10:30 – How SUP compares to outrigger canoeing
- 12:07 – What kind of experience you need to get into outrigger canoeing?
- 20:18 – The dynamics and size of the typical outrigger club
- 24:15 – Surfing, SUP, outrigger canoeing… what other sports are you involved in?
- 26:54 – Wildlife encounters in the water
- 29:52 – Safety protocols on longer outrigger canoe paddles
- 31:09 – Instruction and guiding
- 35:30 – Backpacking the Trans-Catalina Trail
- 40:40 – Surfing coach to the “Brad Pitt of Korea”
- 48:05 – Competitive cycling in Europe
- 56:26 – The joy of teaching
Mentioned in this Episode
- Find Michael on Instagram @mkelleydesign
- Michael’s website, SUP Coach.net
- Marina Outrigger Canoe Club
- SCORA (SoCal Outrigger Racing Association)
- Pialolo Challenge (race from Maui to Molokai)
- Trans-Catalina Trail
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- Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject
- Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen web: AdventurUsWomen.com
- Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker web: SoCalHiker.net
Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.
The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.
Tuesday Jun 16, 2020
Tuesday Jun 16, 2020
In this episode, Griffith Park, mountain lions, blogs, Lyme disease, and the benefits of local hiking. We’re talking with Casey Schreiner, Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Modern Hiker and author of LA Times bestseller ‘Discovering Griffith Park.’
Show Notes
- 01:00 – What is Modern Hiker how did it get started?
- 03:50 – First book: ‘Day Hiking Los Angeles’
- 08:00 – What makes Griffith Park a special place
- 14:50 – Mountain lions, rattlesnakes and other wildlife of Griffith Park
- 16:50 – Personal highlights of Griffith Park
- 20:10 – The “best” way to hike to the Hollywood Sign
- 24:06 – Did you ever imagine that hiking would be a big part of your identity?
- 26:00 – Advocacy for the outdoors vs social shaming
- 34:39 – ‘Lost LA’ history show on KCET, and the “Untold History of Griffith Park”
- 36:25 – Getting caught in the big earthquake in Nepal
- 39:13 – Favorite international hike
- 40:45 – The joy and benefits of local hikes and parks
- 45:30 – The best ways to find local parks and trails
Mentioned in this Episode
- Modern Hiker
- Day Hiking Los Angeles
- Discovering Griffith Park
- Lost LA – The Untold History of Griffith Park
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Our Co-hosts
- Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject
- Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen web: AdventurUsWomen.com
- Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker web: SoCalHiker.net
Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.
The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.
Tuesday Jun 02, 2020
Tuesday Jun 02, 2020
In this episode, fools, tunes, traverses, and the power of beer. We talk to Ricardo “Aar Jay” Soria, trail runner, hiker, peak bagger and organizer of the “Fool’s Traverse.”
The initial interview was recorded pre-pandemic, so we did a follow-up chat with him to learn how the Fool’s Traverse and his own adventure plans have been impacted by COVID-19, that appears on after the initial interview.
Show Notes
- 00:30 – A note about this critical time in history. Do something to end racism.
- 05:14 – As trails reopen, be sure to #RecreateResponsibly
- 06:10 – Introducing Aar Jay Soria
- 07:26 – The Fool’s Traverse
- 14:00 – How Aar Jay got started with trail running
- 17:13 – TRVRS Outdoors
- 23:17 – What’s next for Aar Jay?
- 27:35 – Aar Jay gives Jeff advice on preparing for the Fool’s Traverse
- 33:16 – Where to find Aar Jay online
- 34:05 – Follow-up with Aar Jay
- 35:00 – Impact on the Fool’s Traverse
- 38:00 – Physical distancing on the trail
- 40:05 – Training with limited access to trails
- 42:38 – Aar Jay’s trail running playlist
Mentioned in this Episode
- RecreateResponsibly.org
- Fool’s Traverse
- TRVRS Outdoors
- Aar Jay’s Top Ten Outdoor Songs (Spotify)
- Kodiak 50
- Grand Canyon R2R2R
- Sierra High Route
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- Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject
- Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen web: AdventurUsWomen.com
- Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker web: SoCalHiker.net
Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.
The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.
Tuesday May 19, 2020
Tuesday May 19, 2020
The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.
The first Saturday in June is National Trails Day, and in Episode 12, we talk with Kate Van Waes, Executive Director of the American Hiking Society plus AHS Ambassador and long-trail hiking extraordinaire Liz Thomas. This show is all about celebrating those trails of all types, including The Trail Next Door, the really long thru-hikes, and even urban trails.
Show Notes
- 00:30 – Kate Van Waes, Executive Director of the American Hiking Society
- 01:08 – A bit of background on National Trails Day
- 05:00 – National Trails Day during a global pandemic
- 14:37 – LNT reminder as trails reopen
- 15:42 – Reaching and educating new hikers
- 20:26 – Microadventures count, too!
- 21:22 – How Kate got into hiking and camping
- 28:07 – When is National Trails Day, and where you can learn more
- 29:48 – Liz Thomas, ultra-hiking machine and urban thru-hiking pioneer
- 30:27 – How Liz got into hiking
- 31:30 – Encouraging women to solo hike
- 32:25 – How do you define a “long” trail?
- 34:35 – Liz’ FKT on the Appalachian Trail
- 35:26 – What are some of Liz’ essential gear items?
- 36:09 – Treeline Review
- 41:23 – How Liz keeps her gear organized
- 41:39 – Urban thru-hiking
- 50:00 – Waterfalls in Southern California
- 54:35 – Advice for getting ready to thru-hike the Pacific Crest Trail
- 57:36 – Zero Days on long trails
- 62:16 – Trail magic
- 68:08 – Advice for thru-hikers not doing that big trail this year
Mentioned in this Episode
- American Hiking Society
- Treeline Review
- Inman 300
- Liz Thomas Hiking
- Hiking Waterfalls Southern California
- Backpacker Long Trails: Mastering the Art of the Thru-Hike
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- Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject
- Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen web: AdventurUsWomen.com
- Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker web: SoCalHiker.net
Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.
Tuesday May 05, 2020
Tuesday May 05, 2020
The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.
Way back before all of the current coronavirus festivities (remember back then?) we met up with PB of Opus Orange in his studio to talk about music and the outdoors, and share a few tunes. Next, we joined the coffee aficionados of LA River Camp Coffee to do a blind taste test of backcountry coffee.
Show Notes
- 01:00 – PB from Opus Orange performs Out of the Shadows (which appeared in MILE…MILE & A HALF)
- 04:48 – How Jason and PB met
- 05:25 – How does the outdoors inspire your music?
- 07:16 – When did you get started getting into the outdoors?
- 08:16 – When did you start playing music?
- 11:43 – Writing music for television and film
- 16:00 – Meet Durand in SoCal and backpacking the Lost Coast Trail
- 18:31 – Making music in the outdoors
- 20:14 – How the idea for the EP Outside In was born
- 21:52 – Artificial Heart from the EP Outside In
- 29:49 – Diving Bell
- 36:40 – Live, stripped down performance of Radio Silence from the Anatomic LP
- 43:10 – Blind taste test of backcountry coffee with LA River Camp Coffee
- 55:04 – Stephen nails the blind taste test
- 55:25 – Favorite? Kuju
Mentioned in this Episode
- Opus Orange
- MILE…MILE & A HALF
- The Lost Coast Trail
- Making Outside In
- #larivercampcoffee
- Errin Vasquez – started LA River Camp Coffee in 2014
- Alpine Start
- Starbucks Via
- Joe Coffee Company Instant Coffee
- Voilà Specialty Instant Coffee
- Kuju Coffee – Camp Coffee fave
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Our Co-hosts
- Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject
- Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen web: AdventurUsWomen.com
- Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker web: SoCalHiker.net
Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.
Tuesday Apr 21, 2020
Tuesday Apr 21, 2020
The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.
Ever wonder what it’s like to hike a really long hike? Maybe the Pacific Crest Trail isn’t long enough? In this episode we talk to Jon Schwartze, aka Airborne about really long distance hiking, with a follow-up interview on hiking in the age of Coronavirus.
Show Notes
- 01:15 – Introducing Jon Schwarze (Airborne)
- 01:35 – Yo-yo hike of the Pacific Crest Trail in 2018 (5,300 miles)
- 02:05 – Hoka One One Challenger ATR shoes
- 02:25 – T-Rex syndrome
- 03:45 – Battling the caloric deficit
- 05:18 – How did you become a thru-hiker?
- 08:32 – Hypothermia in the Sierra Nevada mountains
- 10:28 – Finishing the PCT yo-yo and adjusting to life at home
- 13:05 – The Great Western Loop (7,000+ miles)
- 16:02 – Training for a super-long thru-hike
- 17:09 – Planning an “encore”
- 18:45 – The one piece of gear that you would never go without
- 21:13 – Other types of adventures
- 23:18 – April 2020 update from Airborne off the Great Western Loop
- 25:37 – The shock of coming off trail to a world changed by pandemic
- 37:12 – Plans to get back out on the trail?
- 39:08 – What do you do to stay positive and motivated?
- 42:30 – Hiking out to civilization and a ride home (safely)
- 47:43 – Threats of getting shot
- 50:27 – How far did you get on the Great Western Loop?
Mentioned in this Episode
- Follow Jon Schwarze on Instagram
- Great Western Loop – Andrew Skurka
- Thru-hiker lingo
- Superior Wilderness Designs
- onX Hunt App
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- Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject
- Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen web: AdventurUsWomen.com
- Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker web: SoCalHiker.net
Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.
Tuesday Apr 07, 2020
Tuesday Apr 07, 2020
The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.
This episode is all about the Wonderland Trail, a 93-mile loop around Mount Rainier. We get three different perspectives on the trek, including a discussion with co-hosts Jason, Jeff and their friend Derek who hiked it over 13 days, Mac from Halfway Anywhere who hiked it in three days, and Paulina from Little Grunts who had a less-than-stellar experience with the Pacific Northwest weather.
Show Notes
- 1:40 – Derek Loranger, Jason and Jeff and 13 days on the Wonderland Trail
- 3:40 – Failing at the permit lottery and getting walk-in permits
- 4:45 – The mindset of thru-hiking
- 7:30 – A brutal Day Two
- 9:00 – Getting prime campsites on the second half
- 10:50 – Tips and tricks for staying dry in the rainy PNW (or trying to)
- 14:30 – What surprised you about the Wonderland Trail?
- 16:25 – How Jeff, Jason and Derek met
- 20:14 – A low moment at Dick Creek
- 22:34 – Keeping in touch with family while thru-hiking
- 24:22 – Highlights of the Wonderland Trail
- Impromptu birthday party at Summerland
- Swimming in the lakes
- Those views!
- Cheeseburgers at Sunrise
- 28:30 – Burger Bench, and what post-hike burger do you crave?
- 29:01 – What advice would you give someone who wants to hike the Wonderland Trail?
- 33:10 – Introductions with Mac (Halfway Anywhere) & Paulina Dao (Little Grunts)
- 36:00 – Mac’s experience hiking the Wonderland Trail without a permit (legally)
- 39:40 – Paulina’s 10-day Wonderland Trail plan
- 41:26 – Making the decision to bail
- 48:59 – What got you into backpacking?
- 52:20 – Future plans: The Great Divide Trail in 2021
Mentioned in this Episode
- 100 Peaks – Derek’s hiking blog
- Burger Bench – Derek’s burger shop in Escondido, CA
- SoCalHiker.net – 13 Days on the Wonderland Trail
- Six-Pack of Peaks Challenge
- Halfway Anywhere – Mac’s hiking blog
- Little Grunts – Paulina’s blog
- The Great Divide Trail
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Our Co-hosts
- Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject
- Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen web: AdventurUsWomen.com
- Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker web: SoCalHiker.net
Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.
Thursday Mar 26, 2020
Thursday Mar 26, 2020
The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.
In this special episode we talk about the impact of COVID-19 on our outdoor adventures and hear from some friends with their advice for fueling the stoke for the outdoors, while stuck at home.
Recorded Monday, March 23rd.
Show Notes
- 04:24 – Saveria gets chased by a coyote in her neighborhood
- 07:00 – Adjusting to working from home
- 08:45 – Guidelines for hiking while “Staying-at-Home”
- 15:30 – Hiking, climbing, backpacking are non-essential
- 17:06 – What are the “safe” alternatives for physical and mental fitness?
- 19:44 – Staying socially connected while maintaining physical distance
- 21:35 – Activities you can do while hunkered down
- 28:43 – Have you “panic bought” anything?
- 33:57 – More ideas for fueling the stoke while staying home
- 34:20 – Solo Yolo – moderator of two large Facebook groups: Backpacking and California Hiking & Backpacking
- 35:53 – Karla Amador, co-founder of the 52 Hike Challenge
- 37:33 – Casey Schreiner, founder of Modern Hiker
- 38:36 – Adam Buchanan, social media marketing consultant
- 39:44 – Chris Sunnen, The Last Adventurer
- 40:55 – Final thoughts
Mentioned in this Episode
- Hiking in the Time of COVID-19 – article on SoCalHiker.net
- Social Distancing in Parks and Trails
- Your Pacific Crest Trail Thru-hike is Cancelled – HalfwayAnywhere.com
- “Press Pause” on your Challenge
- Micro-adventures
- Citizen Science
- Bird Life-list
- Backpacking – Facebook Group
- California Hiking & Backpacking – Facebook Group
- 52 Hike Challenge
- Modern Hiker
- Solo Stove
- The Last Adventurer
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Our Co-hosts
- Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject
- Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen web: AdventurUsWomen.com
- Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker web: SoCalHiker.net
Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.
Monday Mar 23, 2020
Monday Mar 23, 2020
The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.
In this episode we sit down with Jennifer Scism, graduate of The French Culinary Institute in Manhattan, professional chef, restauranteur, backpacker, and co-founder of Good To-Go, the Maine-based company known for their tasty dehydrated meals.
Show Notes
- 00:38 – In this episode
- 01:05 – Who is Jen Scism?
- 03:00 – Learning the lingo of Maine
- 04:24 – How Good To-Go got started
- 06:20 – Initial start-up challenges
- 09:54 – But how does it taste at home?
- 13:29 – How many different meals are available?
- 14:25 – Work/life balance
- 15:40 – How Jen got started exploring the outdoors
- 17:03 – Meals that didn’t (or can’t) make it to market
- 19:50 – What makes Good To-Go meals different?
- 23:44 – Advice for entrepreneurs
- 25:55 – Jen’s favorites
- 27:02 – The “truly” double-serving meal
- 31:05 – What’s for dinner… and research
- 34:56 – Taste testing Good To-Go meals with Casey Schreiner from Modern Hiker
- 48:35 – Special message from Saveria and AdventurUs Women
Mentioned in this Episode
- Good To-Go Dehydrated Camping Meals & Backpacking Food
- Learn more about Jennifer Scism
- Granite Backcountry Alliance
- Our Good To-Go taste test meals
- Guest taster - Casey Shreiner of Modern Hiker
- AdventurUs Women
- @AdventurUsWomen
- AdventurUs Women Escapes
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- Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject
- Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen web: AdventurUsWomen.com
- Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker web: SoCalHiker.net
Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.