Weekend Sherpa: Take It Outside

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Weekend Sherpa: Take It Outside Podcast

Adventure for your earbuds. California outdoors and travel: Weekend Sherpa co-founders Brad Day and Holly Kulak discuss what's new in the world of travel in the West and where to get outdoors.

  1. 62. All the Right Movies (Outdoors Edition!)

    19 MAR

    62. All the Right Movies (Outdoors Edition!)

    Movies and the great outdoors combine for some best supporting scenery, including dunes for days and Death Valley's surreal-scape (and the new but temporary lake, Manly). In this episode, Holly and Brad discuss several sand dune sites to adventure at, plus the ethereal nature of Death Valley National Park, which is spring-primed. Find out the best spots there for private sunset viewings; where to get stellar vistas of the park's temporary phenomenon, Manly Lake (which reflects Telescope Peak and the Panamint mountains); and the best way to stargaze in this dark sky destination. Later in the pod, they are joined by Ginny Krieger, Executive Director of the Sonoma International Film Festival (March 20 to 24, 2024) to talk about the beauty of Sonoma, and the ways in which the film festival has become one of the best in the West.    Show Notes:   Sonoma Valley International Film Festival (March 20 to 24, 2024) Death Valley National Park Weekend Sherpa Edition Dunes for Adventure

    44 min
  2. 61. Dune It Right!

    6 MAR

    61. Dune It Right!

    Dune 2 is the big blockbuster in theaters, but with a break in rain and cooler weather now's a great time to head outdoors to explore some of California's best dunes, including less known places, best for sunsets, and--bonus--the Oregon sand dunes that inspired the novel Dune. In this episode, Brad and Holly talk about some of these surreal sandscapes, in addition to other outdoor adventures that are good post-rains, what it means to hurkle-durkle, and Big Bear’s famous bald eagle pair—Jackie and Shadow. Later in the podcast, they are joined by Janice Lim, founder of the travel blog WheresJanice, for a conversation about some top California waterfalls, national parks, camping areas, road trips, and tidepool destinations. Dune it right for outdoor adventures. Dunes to visit in California and Oregon Janice Lim, @wheresjanice

    50 min
  3. 60. Yodeling for Yosemite (& other destinations in the West!)

    29 JAN

    60. Yodeling for Yosemite (& other destinations in the West!)

    There are all kinds of ways to "winter" in the West over the coming months, including some fantastic adventures in Yosemite National Park. In this episode, Brad and Holly discuss some of the season's best activities in Yosemite, home to California's first ski resort, the old-school and budget-friendly Badger Pass. There's also snowshoeing to panoramic Dewey Point, outdoor ice skating under a huge view of Half Dome (with a firepit and s'mores!), and lots more. Later in the pod they're joined by Lisa Cesaro from Aramark Destinations, discussing lakeview adventures in South Lake Tahoe, snowmobile safaris in Jackson, Wyoming, and the beauty of Yellowstone and Crater Lake national parks. Yodel for Yosemite, yodel for the West's best winter adventures! Show Notes: Yosemite's Winter Wonders Nation's Vacation Ideas

    46 min
  4. 59. Holidays the California Way

    21/11/2023

    59. Holidays the California Way

    With the holiday season full steam ahead, Brad and Holly are joined by Weekend Sherpa contributing content creator Yvonne Pasquini, talking about what to do outdoors with friends, family, furry pals, or going solo this season. From day trips with apple cider, donuts, wine, bike trails, and beers, to the best fall foliage, sunset spots, picnic areas, stairway hikes, beaches, and festive restaurants, here's a collage of California fun. Follow Yvonne Pasquini @yvonne_pasquini Links to a few of the places discussed: NorCal El Dorado Bike Trail Apple Hill Adventures Purisima Creek Redwoods Windy Hill Wildcat Camp Samuel P Taylor State Park Napa Valley Bike Ride Petaluma Tree Farm SoCal Hollywood Heights Echo and Elysian Park Hetch Hetchy Backpacking Baldwin Hills Will Rogers State Park Catalina Island

    58 min
  5. 58. Getting Deep

    01/11/2023

    58. Getting Deep

    Death Valley reopens, Mount Diablo's "gated" community controversy, and all the hidden-gem ways to find some Zen this autumn in beautiful Monterey ... it's glow time! And that includes the brilliant bloody-belly comb jelly at Monterey Bay Aquarium's incredible new exhibit, Into the Deep. Brad and Holly are joined by the Aquarium's Ken Peterson and Allen Protasio, who share an ocean's worth of knowledge and tips on where to go and what to "sea" at the Aquarium, on sustainability initiatives for a better future, and on nearby hiking and biking trails, including a few truly hidden gems for birdwatching and sea otter sightings. Get the scoop on fall's best adventures in Monterey and beyond in the Golden State. Visit the Monterey Bay Aquarium Check out Weekend Sherpa's issue: Monterey's Many Hidden Gems

    57 min
  6. 57. Full Moon Fever + Peak Dancing

    27/09/2023

    57. Full Moon Fever + Peak Dancing

    The mystery of the sailing stones of Death Valley, California's very own Blue Zone of health, and full moon dancing ... in this episode Brad and Holly talk about favorite places in California to have full moon adventures, from peak hikes and sand dunes, to guided hikes with wine. Then they're joined by Justin "Just Roc" Rimon, founder of Southern California-based Just Trek, a website and podcast about the great outdoors, including how spending time in nature can help improve both your physical and mental health. The podcast aims to inspire, motivate, and elevate people to a higher state of well-being through adventure filled conversations and guided adventure meetups. Learn about Justin's journey to founding Just Trek and get his excellent tips and ideas on where to go outdoors in Southern California (and do a "summit cypher dance"). It's full moon fever time! Follow Justin "Just Roc" Rimon on Instagram, @just.trek. Website: justtrek.net Follow Weekend Sherpa on Instagram, @weekendsherpa and check out all of our content on where to go and what to do outdoors in California at weekendsherpa.com

    1h 5m
  7. 56. The Secluded Sierra

    29/08/2023

    56. The Secluded Sierra

    With just 3 traffic lights in the entire county, wild open spaces, charming small towns, mountain lakes for swimming, paddling, boating (wait there's more!), shorelines featuring beaches and campgrounds, and a national park that's a still a secret gem, Plumas County in the far northern Sierra is poised for its close up. In this episode, Brad and Holly talk about their recent trip to the Plumas County, the lakes they visited, hikes and paddles and bike rides to do in the area, towns to stay in, places to eat, drink, shop, and spend the night... and visiting "California's Yellowstone"—Bumpass Hell and other spectacular sites at Lassen Volcanic National Park. Plus, they talk to Karen Kleven, a longtime Plumas County local, adventurer, and advocate for the Feather River Land Trust.

    58 min
  8. 55. Yosemite Karens, Make that Cairns

    16/08/2023

    55. Yosemite Karens, Make that Cairns

    In this episode Brad and Holly catch up on summer travels and recommendations for California and Southern Oregon outdoor adventures, plus discuss Yosemite's controversial decision encouraging visitors to knock down cairns in the park. Also in the podcast: the climate crisis, and an interview with Weekend Sherpa contributing content creator Heather Werner, recently cast in Naked & Afraid for an episode filmed in Africa, and currently solo biking from Canada to Mexico. Program Note: This podcast episode discusses wildfires in the US and Canada and was recorded before the devastation of the Maui wildfires, the deadliest in modern US history. Our thoughts are with the people in Lahaina and Maui who are suffering in the aftermath. If you are able to support Maui in giving what you can, reputable news outlets and individuals have provided guidance on places to donate, including American Red Cross, The Maui Strong Fund, and The Maui Humane Society, among others. To follow Heather Werner on her current solo biking adventure from Canada to Mexico, see her IG, @heath.er.wer.ner

    44 min
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Adventure for your earbuds. California outdoors and travel: Weekend Sherpa co-founders Brad Day and Holly Kulak discuss what's new in the world of travel in the West and where to get outdoors.

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