An experienced Appalachian Trail thru hiker shares advice and stories with her trail-dreaming co-host slash sister. Hear about gear from backpacks to footwear, get firsthand accounts of trail magic, and learn crucial hiker slang to help you understand your fellow trail bums. Fun and helpful tips and information for any backpacker considering a thru-hike.
How to Thru-Hike
Claim This Podcastby Gonzo and Julia
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12 episodes
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Podcast Overview
An experienced Appalachian Trail thru hiker shares advice and stories with her trail-dreaming co-host slash sister. Hear about gear from backpacks to footwear, get firsthand accounts of trail magic, and learn crucial hiker slang to help you understand your fellow trail bums. Fun and helpful tips and information for any backpacker considering a thru-hike.
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Recent Episodes
March 29, 2024
NY and CT: What is Hiker Trash
<p>Gonzo's in New York and it's the Fourth of July! She tells us all about the lowest elevation section of the trail and what it's like to see the NYC skyline while cowboy camping. Plus, a top-tier movie experience in Warwick.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Also, we'll cover the dirty bubble, thru-hiker demographics, and the many popular challenges on the AT.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Follow us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/howtothruhikepodcast/">Instagram</a>!</p> <p><br></p> <p>Our theme music features acoustic guitar from <a href="https://freesound.org/people/GrowingUp/sounds/252631/">Growing Up on Freesound</a></p>
March 8, 2024
New Jersey: Bears, Ticks, and Beavers, Oh My!
<p>New Jersey is the most densely populated section of the AT with humans AND black bears! Who knew? Not Julia. </p> <p><br></p> <p>Gonzo teaches us why ticks are the most dangerous animals on the AT and answers a wildlife quiz. Plus, what risks are posed by venomous snakes? And what do you do if you see a bear?</p> <p><br></p> <p>Follow us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/howtothruhikepodcast/">Instagram</a>!</p> <p><br></p> <p>Our theme music features acoustic guitar from <a href="https://freesound.org/people/GrowingUp/sounds/252631/">Growing Up on Freesound</a></p>
October 3, 2023
BONUS: Sleep Systems for Backpacking
<p>All the details about quilts, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, down, and temperature ratings that didn't make the cut for our main gear episodes! For thru-hikers and weekend backpackers alike, how do you decide which setup will help you get the best rest possible on the trail?</p> <p><br></p> <p>Follow us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/howtothruhikepodcast/">Instagram</a>!</p> <p><br></p> <p>Our theme music features acoustic guitar from <a href="https://freesound.org/people/GrowingUp/sounds/252631/">Growing Up on Freesound</a></p>
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