Backcountry Banter

Mr. Fabulous is Back!

Mr. Fabulous is back on the Banter to talk about his newest book "A Fabulous Thru-Hike". Derick Lugo, now a triple crowner having completed the three major long distance trails, recently published his second book. A Fabulous Thru-Hike is about his experience on the Continental Divide Trail (CDT). In the book and on the podcast Derick share his struggles and his successes of thru-hiking. We're joined by Nancy Ball of Summit Trek and Travel for this very fun and insightful conversation with Mr. Fab. Derick joined us last season as we had a blast discussing his first book The Unlikely Thru-Hiker. If you haven't already, venture back and listen to that episode [https://open.spotify.com/episode/0kHWCUcsT6RbV63l4Hq8Wt?si=FNFVkeATTe-iGMavuyaiug] as well. Have your own thru-hike to plan? RRT is your go to resource for gear and information: ⁠⁠⁠Shop with RRT⁠ [https://roadsriversandtrails.com/] Like what you hear? We'd love if you gave us a follow. Hit those three dots on our podcast profile page and give us a rating. Podcast ratings are like overnights in a tent, the more stars the better. Follow us on our social platforms: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@RRTrails⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠@RRT45150⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠@RRT50 Check back for RRT's highly curated backcountry fly fishing assortment. ⁠⁠Shop with RRT [https://roadsriversandtrails.com/]

New Zealand's Great Walks

When it comes to adventure travel and mountain treks, RRT has their very own Emily White to delve so deep into the experience that her knowledge and experience has the ability to truly connect and inspire any who hear her tales. In season 2 we hosted Emily for what would become our number one podcast, on the Alta Via 1. If you haven’t already, go back and give that one a listen. We welcome Emily back after a recent full month of immersion into New Zealand’s most epic treks, and her third trip to the islands. Emily, joins us again as our first ever repeat guest. Emily is our travel and trek expert here to share all about the best Great Walks in New Zealand. Like what you hear? We'd love if you gave us a follow. Hit those three dots on our podcast profile page and give us a rating. Podcast ratings are like overnights in a tent, the more stars the better. Follow us on our social platforms: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@RRTrails⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠@RRT45150⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠@RRT50 Check back for RRT's highly curated backcountry fly fishing assortment. ⁠Shop with RRT [https://roadsriversandtrails.com/]

Superior Hiking Trail with "No Filter"

The Superior Hiking Trail is an over 300-mile, rugged footpath in northeastern Minnesota that follows a rocky ridgeline above Lake Superior from the Wisconsin border to the Canadian border. Renowned for its scenic views, waterfalls, and fall foliage this trail is a great first for long distance hikers. In this podcast we catch up with one of RRT's experience coordinators "No Filter" to hear all about his experience on trail. Get started: https://superiorhiking.org/ [https://superiorhiking.org/] Like what you hear? We'd love if you gave us a follow. Hit those three dots on our podcast profile page and give us a rating. Podcast ratings are like overnights in a tent, the more stars the better. Follow us on our social platforms: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@RRTrails⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠@RRT45150⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠@RRT50 Check back for RRT's highly curated backcountry fly fishing assortment. Shop with RRT [https://roadsriversandtrails.com/]

Trout Don't Live Ugly Places

When you step out into the backcountry, one of the best ways to truly immerse yourself is with a flyrod. In this episode we're joined by Chuck Pettigrew, Chuck has spent 30 years as an adjunct professor at Clemson, 40 leading high adventure trips, and has led many years of research in Yellowstone National Park as a microbiologist. He is an expert angler, hunter, and outdoorsman. Tune in to hear some amazing fish stories and words of wisdom from RRT's "Shop Pop". Like what you hear? We'd love if you gave us a follow. Hit those three dots on our podcast profile page and give us a rating. Podcast ratings are like overnights in a tent, the more stars the better. Follow us on our social platforms: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@RRTrails⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠@RRT45150⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠@RRT50 Check back for RRT's highly curated backcountry fly fishing assortment.

Ecotherapy on the Appalachian Trail

Scott Hall, is a Professor at the University of Dayton where he coordinates the clinical mental health counselling program. Scott centers on resilience and Ecotherapy; or the role nature plays in our well being. This past year Scott, or "Flyer" as he'd be named hiked the entirety of the Appalachian Trail. We talk with Scott about his experience on the trail, his teachings in ecotherapy, and how those two things were the perfect marriage in a monumental achievement. UD Ecotherapy Certificate: Link [https://udayton.edu/education/academics/counselor-ed-human-services/index.php#ecotherapy] Brain Health Collective: link [https://udayton.edu/education/initiatives/brain-health/workgroups.php] "Your Brain on Nature" You Tube: link [https://youtu.be/6sJMnlRtqwg] Shop Outdoor Gear at RRT: ⁠Shop⁠ [https://roadsriversandtrails.com/] Like what you hear? We'd love if you gave us a follow. Hit those three dots on our podcast profile page and give us a rating. Podcast ratings are like overnights in a tent, the more stars the better. Follow us on our social platforms: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@RRTrails⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠@RRT45150⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠@RRT50