Picnic Climbers is a podcast for people who love outdoor adventures but don't take themselves too seriously. You know, the ones at the crag who are spending more time eating and laughing than actually climbing, or the ones who lug a full box of wine to the summit because who says hiking can't be glamourous.
We (Nate and Mo) love to hike, climb, run, camp, educate and explore but more importantly, we love to talk. Join us as we share stories of (mis)adventure, discuss our various outdoor hobbies and pursuits, chat gear, food, travel, and more. Let's learn something or at least have a laugh.
Join Nate and Mo this week as they share all about their first time camping with their baby! They took their seven-month-old son to Cornwall to camp by a river for 4 nights and got up to all sorts of adventures while they were there. They share their pre-trip concerns, preparations, and strategies for all the basics including sleeping, eating, and daytime activities. They discuss what went well and what they would do differently next time. While definitely more challenging than camping as a couple, it was a successful trip overall.
30 May 2021
13 - Taking a Baby Outdoors
In this episode, Nate and Mo discuss the ins and out, challenges and joys, successes and failures of introducing their first baby to the great outdoors. They started with easy walks with a baby wrap through hills, then advanced to snowy hikes, sledding included! Finally, they attempted big adventures with a baby hiking backpack that did not go as smoothly as hoped. Join them as they share some of their parenting philosophy, adventures, and more. Next up, camping with a baby!
7 May 2021
12 - Art and Love in the Great Outdoors
In this episode, Nate and Mo interview Dan and Mutsa, an adventurous and artistically talented young couple who love getting outdoors, and just make it look darn good. Our conversation meanders its way through Mutsa's creative business to UK camping to outdoor coffee to Dan's craftsmanship to how their story is wrapped up in the outdoors to their wonderful proposal to outdoor cooking and finally to their musical inspiration. Phew!
Find them on Instagram at @danandmutsa (music) @thekindredworkshop (Mutsa's Earrings).
23 Apr 2021
11 - Picnic Climbers take on the big screen
In this episode Nate and Mo take on the big screen!.. or at least, this is their take on the big screen... No big day of outdoor adventure feels complete until we crash on the sofa at the end of the day to watch a climbing/adventure film with a frozen pizza and a beer. In this episode, we have reviewed our favourite climbing/adventure films to help you decide where to start or what to watch next. There are so many amazing films available today, our pick of the bunch includes Valley Uprising (2014 - dir. Peter Mortimer & Nick Rosen), the Dawn Wall (2017 - dir. Josh Lowell & Peter Mortimer), Free Solo (2018 - dir. Jimmy Chin & Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi), Meru (2015 - dir. Jimmy Chin & Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi), Touching the Void (2003 - dir. Kevin Macdonald), McConkey (2013 - dir. Scott Gaffney, Murray Wais, Steve Winter & Rob Bruce), Into the Mind (2013 - dir. Eric Crosland & Dave Mossop), The Barkley Marathons: The Race that Eats it's Young (2014 - dir. Annika Iltis & James Kane), Wide Boyz (2012 - dir. Paul Diffley & Chris Alstrin), La Dura Dura (2014, seen in Reel Rock 7, available on youtube), Sufferfest: 700 Miles of Pain and Glory (2015 - National Geographic, available on youtube)
9 Apr 2021
10 - Nothing to Do and All Day to Run
We all started new hobbies in lockdown. Except for Nate, that is. Rather than following the sourdough trend, he poured all his energy into the much less exciting, rewarding, or tasty hobby that is running. Join us as Mo interviews Nate about his ultra running accomplishments through the lockdown of Spring-Summer 2020. Nate talks about running 4 self-supported ultras in 4 months and how he stepped his training up from 20 miles a week to 60 miles a week in preparation for his final effort, the 84mile/135km Hadrian's Wall National Trust Path, from one side of England to the other in support of Parkinson's UK.
26 Mar 2021
09 - Picnic Climbers and a Little Floating Home
This week Nate and Mo interview Pete and Em from @littlefloatinghome all about living on a tiny, narrow boat! We talk about motivation and draw of alternative living spaces, the process of turning a little old boat into a stunning, cozy home, and what every day life looks like for them. We discuss the beauty found in the simplicity of daily rhythms, the close-to-nature approach that living tiny demands and the authentic friendships that they’ve found in the boating community. Laugh along at their adventures and learn from their mistakes as we cover all manner of topics from family opinions, to little puppies on board to foraging and art from homemade paints. We’ve loved having this couple on this week!
19 Mar 2021
08 - How to Picnic like a Picnic Climber
This week, Mo interviews Nate about one of their favourite things to do in the great outdoors: EAT! We share all our favourite tips and tricks on cooking outside, from casual picnics to meals for multi day hikes in the backcountry. Learn about stove options, how to organize meals, dehydrated meals vs fresh and more. Laugh at our mistakes and get some ideas for the ultimate camping menu.
Any questions, comments or funny stories about cooking without a kitchen? Email us at picnicclimbers@gmail.com or find us on Instagram at Instagram.com/picnicclimbers.
12 Mar 2021
07 - New Zealand Vanlife
In this episode, Nate and Mo reflect on their journey to New Zealand to climb, tramp/hike and explore all while living in a van. We share why we loved vanlife, what made it challenging, and what we might do differently next time. We discuss New Zealand's natural beauty and why it's the perfect place to go on an adventure road trip. Finally, we share how we managed to live off of $35/day (each) - travelling on a budget is possible, but we did have to make some sacrifices.
Do you have any questions about New Zealand? Living in a van? Any experiences you'd like to share? Email us at picnicclimbers@gmail.com or find us on Instagram at instagram.com/picnicclimbers.
5 Mar 2021
06 - Brits Don't Bolt (and other contrasts to Canadian Climbing)
Nate and Mo welcome their very first guest on the podcast - their climbing pal Steve. Join the three of us as we compare the typical* climbing culture of the UK and Canada. We talk about the relative safety of Canadian sport climbing and contrast that with British climbers' refusal to use bolts and to use traditional gear almost exclusively. We go into detail about the bizarre UK Climbing grading system and end by discussing how a British dirtbag may differ from a Canadian one, and where the first stop is post-climbs.
*We can never capture the full culture of both places in a one-hour episode. This is OUR experience in both places, and we suggest it is most typical of an average recreational climber who enjoys getting out on a good weather weekend.
25 Feb 2021
05 - Things We Hate About The Outdoors
Don't get us wrong, we LOVE the outdoors and all the adventures we can have. We would be lying, however, if we said we have the best time all the time. Everyone has things they hate about the outdoors, join Nate and Mo in this episode as they talk about the situations that they really can't stand: Mo's hatred of liquid falling from the sky, and Nate's abhorrence of icy icy cold. We cover tramping the Travers-Sabine Circuit in Nelson Lakes National Park, New Zealand and cross country skiing in Saskatchewan, Canada. We end with a brief discussion about gear, and what can make even the most miserable conditions enjoyable.
18 Feb 2021
04 - From Plastic Pulling Gym Rat to Epic Outdoor Climber
Want to be an epic outdoor climber? Sick of "pulling plastic" in the gym and want to hit the crags? Unsure of where to start, what you'll need or the skills to practise? This episode is for you! Listen in as Nate and Mo recount how they made the transition to outdoor climbing. Get tips on finding climbing partners, basic gear lists, difficulty levels and more.
Any more questions? Email us at picnicclimbers@gmail.com or find us on Instagram! (instagram.com/picnicclimbers )
12 Feb 2021
03 - Becoming an Ultra Warrior
Listen in as Nate interviews Mo on her running journey. She started with barely managing a 4km trail run and ended up running an ultra marathon in just 4 months of training. There were many lows, a few highs and lots of learning along the way. She talks motivation, training, food, what to look for in a first race, mental preparation, running with a buddy vs running alone and the importance of running your own race and having a mantra.
For those interested, the very beginner-friendly 50km race Mo ran on 5th May 2019 was St. Illtyd's Way Ultramarathon in South Wales organised by Nathan Flear. Definitely would recommend for anyone wanting to have a go at the sport.
If you want to know more, message us on Instagram (instagram.com/picnicclimbers) or email us at picnicclimbers@gmail.com.
4 Feb 2021
02 - Hiking Stereotypes We've Been or Seen
Join Nate and Mo as they reminisce on some of their very first backpacking trips. Hiking to Garibaldi Lake and camping overnight has the potential to go smoothly - or terribly wrong! Were we the stereotypical beginners? Who was over prepared and who was under prepared? What would we do differently today? Listen and find out! We talk about gear: luxury hiking versus lightweight minimalism, food: getting the right balance of calories, weight, taste and cost, and knowing about the trail before you set out. Learn and laugh with us as we poke a bit of fun at our past selves.
28 Jan 2021
01 - What is a Picnic Climber?
Welcome to Picnic Climbers - a podcast for those who love getting outside, going on epic adventures (or chill ones), and don't take themselves too seriously. Join Nate and Mo as they talk about their outdoor ethos (picnic climbing) and maybe share a funny story or two about their forays into the great outdoors.
In this episode, Nate and Mo introduce themselves as the avid outdoorsmen they are and explain how they see themselves as expert beginners in many adventure sports. They go on to tell the story of a rock-climbing weekend in Vantage, Washington with some of their uni pals. Seven climbers in a minivan with only one aim: to climb! Although the expectations of what that meant once they arrived resulted in a new rock-climbing term: picnic climbing.
Let us know what you think or any questions you might have by emailing us at picnicclimbers@gmail.com.
21 Jan 2021
Picnic Climbers - Trailer
Picnic Climbers is a podcast for people who love outdoor adventures but don't take themselves too seriously. You know, the ones at the crag who are spending more time eating and laughing than actually climbing, or the ones who lug a full box of wine to the summit because who says hiking can't be glamourous.
We (Nate and Mo) love to hike, climb, run, camp, educate and explore but more importantly, we love to talk. Join us as we share stories of (mis)adventure, discuss our various outdoor hobbies and pursuits, chat gear, food, travel, and more. Let's learn something or at least have a laugh.
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