The Hike Files Podcast talks about everything outdoors from hiking, camping, backpacking , gear and beyond. Hosted by Kurt Zitzelman of Hemlock Mountain Outdoors and the YouTube channel Kurt Zitzelman Outdoors
Hike Files Podcast
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The Hike Files Podcast talks about everything outdoors from hiking, camping, backpacking , gear and beyond. Hosted by Kurt Zitzelman of Hemlock Mountain Outdoors and the YouTube channel Kurt Zitzelman Outdoors
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June 21, 2024
Ep. 28 - Exploring Bushcraft with Ryan Hinshaw from Burnwood Bushcraft
<p>In this episode of The Hike Files podcast, host Kurt Zitzelman interviews Ryan Hinshaw of Burnwood Bushcraft. The discussion covers Ryan's journey into bushcraft, his experiences and interests, and some practical advice for beginners. Ryan talks about his initial fascination with bushcraft videos on YouTube, starting his own channel, and sharing safety tips for fire-starting skills. They also discuss memorable encounters in nature, handling tools safely, and the challenges and joys of creating content for YouTube. The episode wraps up with Ryan sharing personal stories about his family, the impact of life changes on his hobbies, and future plans for his bushcraft activities.</p> <p><br></p> <p>You can contact the show at: <a href="mailto:hike.files@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">hike.files@gmail.com</a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Links:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Burnwood Bushcraft (<em>YouTube</em>): <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BURNWOODBUSHCRAFT" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.youtube.com/@BURNWOODBUSHCRAFT</a></li> <li>Burnwood Chronicles (<em>YouTube</em>): <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BURNWOODCHRONICLES" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.youtube.com/@BURNWOODCHRONICLES</a></li> <li>Burnwwod Bushcraft (<em>Rumbl</em>e): <a href="https://rumble.com/user/burnwoodbushcraft" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://rumble.com/user/burnwoodbushcraft</a></li> </ul> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Music:</strong></p> <p>Track: "Above And Below"</p> <p>Music provided by <a href="https://Slip.stream" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://Slip.stream</a></p> <p>Free Download/Stream: <a href="https://get.slip.stream/2oQvvL" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://get.slip.stream/2oQvvL</a></p> <p><br></p> <p>00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome</p> <p>00:23 Ryan's Journey into Bushcraft</p> <p>02:39 Location and Environment</p> <p>04:26 The Origin of 'Burnwood Bushcraft'</p> <p>06:50 Fire Starting Techniques</p> <p>12:34 Safety Tips for Bushcraft Beginners</p> <p>15:13 Creative Projects and Future Plans</p> <p>21:42 Community and Personal Life</p> <p>26:58 Bushcraft Resources and Pet Peeves</p> <p>29:28 Discussing Old Soda Bottles and Bushcraft Shelters</p> <p>30:14 Encountering Irresponsible Campers</p> <p>31:00 Respecting Nature and Following Regulations</p> <p>35:13 Birthday Celebration and Firewood Hunt</p> <p>37:57 National Parks and Outdoor Preferences</p> <p>45:18 Bear and Snake Encounters</p> <p>47:33 Yard Work and Poison Ivy</p> <p>49:10 Conclusion and Social Media</p> <p><br></p> <p><br></p> <p>#podcast #bushcraft #outdoors #youtube #videos #outdoorskills #survival #hiking #camping #interview #firebuilding </p> --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hikefiles/message
June 14, 2024
Ep. 27 - Why do You Gotta to be so Mad About How People Hike?
<p>In Episode 27 of the Hike Files Podcast, host Kurt Zitzelman discusses a recent backpacking trip to the Black Forest Trail in Pennsylvania's Algerine Wild Area, sharing experiences from both a July 2023 and November 2021 journey. He also addresses a comment received on his YouTube channel, emphasizing the importance of positivity and support within the outdoor community. Kurt reflects on his approach to handling negative feedback and invites others to engage constructively, whilst recounting memorable moments from his hiking adventures.</p> <p><br></p> <p>You can contact the show at: <a href="mailto:hike.files@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">hike.files@gmail.com</a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Videos</strong></p> <ul> <li>BFT: North Loop Part 1: <a href="https://youtu.be/w_lYc-NRphc?si=ICqu5kcncSsrcujl" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://youtu.be/w_lYc-NRphc?si=ICqu5kcncSsrcujl</a></li> <li>BFT: North Loop Part 2: <a href="https://youtu.be/aVX_kHNSAVA?si=h0DK17Egk2IbP8oI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://youtu.be/aVX_kHNSAVA?si=h0DK17Egk2IbP8oI</a></li> <li>BFT: Algerine Wild Area: <a href="https://youtu.be/gSvUfVCMOos?si=e282TDTB2phpojmV" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://youtu.be/gSvUfVCMOos?si=e282TDTB2phpojmV</a></li> </ul> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Music</strong></p> <p>Track: "Above And Below"</p> <p>Music provided by <a href="https://Slip.stream" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://Slip.stream</a></p> <p>Free Download/Stream: <a href="https://get.slip.stream/2oQvvL" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://get.slip.stream/2oQvvL</a></p> <p><br></p> <p>00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview</p> <p>00:12 Change of Plans: No Interviews</p> <p>00:45 The YouTube Comment Incident</p> <p>02:01 Revisiting the Black Forest Trail</p> <p>07:34 The Loudest Camp Neighbors Ever</p> <p>12:55 Responding to the Comment</p> <p>23:44 Final Thoughts and Call to Action</p> <p><br></p> <p><br></p> <p>#podcast #hiking #blackforesttrail #backpacking #youtube #blackforest #bft #pennsylvania #outdooradventure #nature</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hikefiles/message
June 7, 2024
Ep. 26 - When the Best Help is Just Leaving it Alone
<p>When to Let Nature Take Its Course: A Wildlife Encounter</p> <p><br></p> <p>Welcome to episode 26 of the Hike Files podcast, hosted by Kurt Zitzelman. This episode discusses a recent personal encounter with a limping deer and then moves onto the broader topic of when and why people should refrain from interfering with wildlife. Kurt reflects on past experiences, both recent and from his youth, to illustrate the importance of letting nature heal itself and the potential consequences of human intervention. The episode concludes by inviting listeners to share their own stories of wildlife encounters.</p> <p><br></p> <p>You can contact the show at: <a href="mailto:hike.files@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">hike.files@gmail.com</a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Music:</strong></p> <p>Track: "Above And Below"</p> <p>Music provided by <a href="https://Slip.stream" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://Slip.stream</a></p> <p>Free Download/Stream: <a href="https://get.slip.stream/2oQvvL" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://get.slip.stream/2oQvvL</a></p> <p><br></p> <p><br></p> <p>00:00 Introduction to Episode 26</p> <p>01:15 Encounter with a Limping Deer</p> <p>05:50 Reflecting on Past Experiences</p> <p>08:52 Raising a Deer Named Bucky</p> <p>12:05 Lessons Learned from Wildlife Interactions</p> <p>14:34 Conclusion and Listener Engagement</p> <p><br></p> <p><br></p> <p>#podcast #animalencounters #deer #hiking #leaveitalone #helping</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hikefiles/message
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