Backcountry Banter

Bryan Wolf and Dalton Spurlin
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Backcountry Banter

Your go-to podcast for outdoor adventure tips, tricks, and stories! Hosts Bryan Wolf and Dalton Spurlin each have trekked thousands of miles including tackling long distance treks like the Appalachian Trail. Professionally the duo works to equip, educate, and prepare other people for their adventures, with a combined two decades of specialty service in the outdoor industry. In this podcast they'll share what they've learned along the way and enable curious minds to make the leap to bigger and better adventures outside. Join us for a unique lens to the outdoors with guests from the industry.

  1. Peace, Love, and All That Good Stuff

    18 HR. AGO

    Peace, Love, and All That Good Stuff

    We sit down with THE Mr. Fabulous in front of a live studio audience recording. This is an instant favorite as we had the opportunity to interview Derick Lugo about his book "The Unlikely Thru-Hiker", about his many hiking adventures, and his future forays into a new book about hiking the CDT. Derick is a hilarious storyteller and takes us on a pretty wild ride. Listen in as Derick shares some stories and secrets that he's never shared before. You can follow Derick Lugo here:Derick on Instagram Dericklugo.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   Thank you to our friend⁠ Noah Smith⁠ for the new intro music, check him out on Spotify!

    1h 31m
  2. Alta Via 1 - The Perfect Hut to Hut Trek

    FEB 12

    Alta Via 1 - The Perfect Hut to Hut Trek

    We're back! Season 2 of Backcountry Banter is back and better than ever. Mom let us buy a second microphone, and we added some sweet intro music from our friendNoah Smith. We've got some great episodes headed your way, say subscribe now to hear the latest. In this episode we sit down with Emily White. Emily is co-owner of Roads Rivers and Trails and trip planner extraordinaire. Emily is building an impressive international resume including hut to hut trips in Iceland, New Zealand, Switzerland, and Italy. Emily has hiked the Alta Via 1 twice. We sit down to hear more about the Italian Dolomites and planning the perfect trek on the Alta Via. Listen in to gather some pack tricks and tips and try your luck at a game of "Alta Vino". Emily' preferred guides:Cicerone Guides 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

    57 min

  3. 11/18/2024

    Motz Moves: a 3,000 Mile Journey

    We're joined by Joe Motz, a local business founder, long distance traveler, and community steward in everything he does. Joe has built a sustainable community at the Motz Group; a Evergreen certified company that proves their commitment to people, values, and practices. Joe  started Motz Moves an initiative for physical inspiration, but also a force for good with it's philanthropic missions. Joe’s "Paddle for a Purpose" endeavor, is a 3,000 mile paddling journey that is working to raise funds and awareness for The Bridge Adaptive. An organization dedicated to increase awareness and promote opportunities for individuals with disabilities to participate in adaptive sports and recreation in order to improve their quality of life. Bryan sits down with Joe to hear about his ambitious goals and bumps along the way. Joe is currently 2,300 miles into the journey and takes a break to sit down for a little banter. Learn More: ⁠Motz Moves⁠ ⁠The Bridge Adaptive⁠ 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

    1h 23m

  4. 10/03/2024

    Wheelzup Adventures, with Mandela Echefu

    In what may be my favorite conversation yet, I catch up with a good friend, Mandela Echefu. An immigrant from Nigeria, accomplished professional, and entrepreneur. Mandela started (at the time) the 3rd black owned outdoor retailer, Wheelzup in Cumberland, MD in 2021. Mandela shares his origin story, his passion for the outdoors, for mentorship, and for representation in the space. Let's put on some Celine Dion and dive into this open and candid take on the outdoor industry. Disclosure: there are audio issues with this podcast. We believe in genuine conversations and did not want to try and recreate any of this. We believe the content is exactly the story we were hoping to share so please bear with us. Special shout out to our sponsor The Bookmatters in downtown Milford, OH. Check out Mandela's new pick; "Man's Quest for Meaning" or any other top titles at The Bookmatters. 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 Visit us online at ⁠RoadsRiversandTrails.com

    1h 1m

  5. 09/17/2024

    If the Shoe Fits, with Woody DePerna

    In this episode Bryan sits down with Woody DePerna of J&H Outdoors in Lexington Kentucky. Woody has spent 4 decades in the footwear industry, helping tens of thousands of people to better understand their feet and matching them with the best product for their journey. We'll talk about his experience, changes in the industry over the years, and challenges that we face in specialty outdoors. Thank you to our sponsor Oboz. Dedicated to the highest social and environmental standards and B-Corp certified, Oboz remains true to the trail. For some of the best technical outdoor footwear checkout Oboz at RRT, J&H, or your specialty outdoor store. 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 Visit us online at RoadsRiversandTrails.com

    1h 17m

  6. 09/03/2024

    Thru-hiking the CDT (part 2)

    Dalton "Cast Iron" Spurlin has done over 1600 miles southbound on the Continental Divide Trail. He joins us remotely to tell us about his journey thus far. We talk to Dalton about the state by state challenges, the changing weather, trail towns, and more. Listen in to part two of this continuing series as we follow Dalton on his CDT thru-hike attempt. Sponsorship provided by Fillo's. Go to fillos.com or stop by RRT to try their Walking Tamales. Fillo's walking tamales, tamales time anytime! 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

    1h 13m

  7. 08/26/2024

    Your First Response, with Chris Broughton

    Chris Broughton has worked as a first responder as a paramedic, firefighter, search and rescue worker, disaster relief worker, animal welfare worker, and in a anti-poaching unit. Chris will share some of his experiences, passions, along with what brought him to this path of service. We'll explore the importance of wilderness first aid training on your adventures and share some stories from his time in the field. Lastly, we'll make Chris fill out our first ever MAD LIBS the SAR edition. 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

    1h 24m

  8. 08/19/2024

    Rudy's Road Trip Ruminations

    Bryan sits down with Rudy Schieldknecht to discuss the great American road trip. We'll discuss what makes a good road trip, what are some stories from the road, and some favorite memories made. While we may have different experiences we both come to the same conclusion; it's about the journey, not the destination. Join us as we banter about turning up the volume, rolling the windows down, and the great open road. Need a road trip playlist? Both Rudy and Bryan made their own for you to enjoy here: Bryan: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/56u4A9ORskfKsLQ3wGwAfG?si=680572ab6e5d4c90 Rudy: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0wIewVwjbrjwPyvvuClyBN?si=1eaf5e2b9c8f4198 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

    1h 22m
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Your go-to podcast for outdoor adventure tips, tricks, and stories! Hosts Bryan Wolf and Dalton Spurlin each have trekked thousands of miles including tackling long distance treks like the Appalachian Trail. Professionally the duo works to equip, educate, and prepare other people for their adventures, with a combined two decades of specialty service in the outdoor industry. In this podcast they'll share what they've learned along the way and enable curious minds to make the leap to bigger and better adventures outside. Join us for a unique lens to the outdoors with guests from the industry.

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  • Creator
    Bryan Wolf and Dalton Spurlin
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    22
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Bryan Wolf and Dalton Spurlin
  • Show Website
    Backcountry Banter

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