Hiker Sessions

"Sloggy"

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This collection brings together insightful interviews with long-distance hikers, day hikers, and everyone in between, offering a diverse range of experiences and perspectives from the trail. Our focus is on compelling human-interest stories, such as tales of perseverance, unexpected friendships, and personal transformation with a backpacking and hiking theme.

3D AGO

Hiker Sessions - RE-RELEASE: "Mighty Blue"

Approximately a year before commencing my northboundAppalachian Trail (AT) thru-hike, I was introduced to the Mighty Blue on the Appalachian Trail." podcast. Instantly captivated, I was drawn to Steve Adams' genuine enthusiasm and passion for the Appalachian Trail and its community. Since then, I have been a dedicated listener and fan, with the honorof being featured on his podcast multiple times. Steve is a distinguished podcaster with over 2.5 million downloads of his renowned show. He is also the founder of the Hiking Radio Network, which offers a platform for other aspiring podcasters to share their hiking-themed content with a wider audience. Steve has successfully completed two northbound thru hikes of the Appalachian Trail in 2014 and 2019, as well as the Camino De Santiago trail in 2018 and 2025. In about3 weeks he will be headed to Springer mountain where he will attempt his 3rd northbound thru hike of the AT, I wish him the best of luck and ill be waiting with trial magic when he reaches the 100 mile wilderness, I hope you enjoy theepisode. Check out Mighty Blue's Hiking Radio Network here:https://www.hikingradionetwork.com/ #appalachiantrail #at2024 #at2025#backpacking #atnobo2024 #atnobo2025 #thruhiking #hyperlitemountaingear#seatosummit #atnobo #nobo2024 #bigsurbar #faroutguides #hikemaine #hike#hiking #hikinggearreview @senchidesigns #hikersessions #originalmaine #TheTrek#TrektheAT #ATThruHike #ThruHiker #ATClassof2024 #ATClassof2025#baxterstatepark #katahdin #mtwashington #hikersessions #senchidesigns#hyperlitemountaingear #100milewilderness #mightyblue#mightyblueontheappalachiantrail

42 min
FEB 17

Hiker Sessions - "Bullseye"

In this episode of Hiker Sessions, I sat down with Mallory Weston, also known as Bullseye, who shares her journey as the first artist in residence for the Appalachian Trail Conservancy. The conversation explores her background in art, the spark that ignited her passion for hiking, and the unique experience of combining her artistic endeavors with long-distance hiking. Bullseye reflects on her expectations versus the reality of hiking the AT, the importance of community on the trail, and the challenges of readjusting to life after such an immersive experience. The episode concludes with thoughts on her future hiking plans and the lasting impact of her journey on her art. Purchase an Artist-in-Residence Lapel Pin here: https://www.atctrailstore.org/patches-pins-medallions/artist-in-residence-lapel-pin/Mallory’s website: https://www.malloryweston.com/Mallory’s Instagram page: @_mallory_weston_ #appalachiantrail #at2025 #backpacking #thruhiking #atnobo #FarOutguides #hike #hiking #originalmaine #ThruHike #atclassof2025 #baxterstatepark #katahdin #mtwashington #senchidesigns #100milewilderness #sloggyhikes #hikersessions #artistinresidence #art #metalart #metalartist

49 min
FEB 10

Hiker Sessions - "NX Level"

Welcome to S2 Episode 17 of Hiker Sessions, our guest on today’s show is Dr. Tim Riordan … a pastor, author, husband, and father whose life and ministry have been shaped by a deep faith that began at an early age— by nineteen, Tim was pastoring a church in the metro-Atlanta area, and over the years he has served churches across Georgia, Alabama, and Texas in roles ranging from pastorand student minister to minister of music, education, and administration. Married to his wife Sandra since 1983, Tim is a proud father of six, and grandfather to 7. Outside of ministry Tim enjoys scuba diving and backpacking—we’ll hear hisstory of being a 40+ year section hiker of the Appalachian Trail, which he hopes to complete this July. With all of that, Tim has still found the time to author a total of 17 non-fiction books, and fiction books including his newest release, Deadline, which is book 1 of a new series published under hispen name “Judah Knight” I hope you enjoy the episode and if you haven’t yet, please subscribe, thank you! LINKS: NX Level’s website: https://timriordan.me/about/ Fiction series under pen name Judah Knight:https://judahknight.com/ His son Johnny Riordan’s Instagram: @johnnyriordanmusic #appalachiantrail #at2024 #at2025 #backpacking #atnobo2024 #atnobo2025 #thruhiking #atnobo #FarOutguides #hike #hiking @senchidesigns #originalmaine #ThruHiker #ATClassof2024 #ATClassof2025 #atclassof2026 #baxterstatepark #katahdin #mtwashington #senchidesigns #100milewilderness #sloggyhikes #hikersessions #sectionhiking #faith

54 min
FEB 3

Hiker Sessions - RE-RELEASE: "Fresh Ground"

We welcome to todays episode a man who has walked a long, winding trail—far longer than just the Appalachian Trail. From the depths of addiction to the heights of redemption, his journey is one of grit, grace, and transformation. At his lowest, he lost nearly everything. But it was in those shadows that he found the light—discovering faith, purpose, and a calling to serve others.Now, you’ll find him parked alongside the Appalachian Trail in a van he lovingly calls the Leapfrog Café. It’s not just a van—it’s a haven. A place where weary hikers find hot food, cold drinks, and a warm smile. But more than that, they find encouragement from a man who knows what it means to be lost—and what it takes to be found.Please join me in welcoming, "Fresh Ground", the heart and soul behind the Leapfrog Café!Ways to donate to the Leapfrog Cafe:Venmo: @freshgroundleapfrogcafe Paypal: https://www.paypal.me/FreshGroundZelle: freshground1414@gmail.comHiker Hostels that were discussed or appeared in this episode:Woods Hole Hostel: https://woodsholehostel.com/Huckleberry's Hostel: https://www.huckleberryshostel.com/Shaw's Hiker Hostel: http://www.shawshikerhostel.com/home.html#at2024 #at2025 #backpacking #atnobo2024 #atnobo2025 #thruhiking #atnobo @FarOutguides #hike #hiking @senchidesigns #originalmaine @TheTrek #ThruHiker #ATClassof2024 #ATClassof2025 #baxterstatepark #katahdin #mtwashington #senchidesigns @HyperliteMountainGear #100milewilderness #sloggyhikes @outsidemagazine @thetrek.co @appalachian.trail #hikersessions @appalachiantrail @shaws#100milewilderness @freshgroundleapfrogcafe @sechi.designs #faith #christianity #trailmagic #freshground #leapfrogcafe

55 min
JAN 27

Hiker Sessions - RE-RELEASE: "Solo"

In this interview, Solo discusses her fear being in unfamiliar hiking territory in the south, the strong relationships she made on trail, particularly with “Zeke” and his family, starting the trail with a set of intentions, her summit day, her depression post thru-hike, and her future hiking plans.#appalachiantrail #at2024 #at2025 #backpacking #atnobo2024 #atnobo2025 #thruhiking #hyperlitemountaingear #seatosummit #bigagnes #jetboil #mountainhouse #atnobo #nobo2024 #altrarunning #bigsurbar #faroutguides #hikemaine #hike #hikemore #hikeadventure #hikingalone #hikelife #hiking #hikinggearreview #senchidesigns #flextail #pacificcresttrail #durstongear #mountain #interview #hikingadventures #originalmaine #1901originalmaine

31 min
JAN 20

Hiker Sessions - RE-RELEASE: "Pip"

In this episode I was joined by a special guest who I met in port Clinton, Pennsylvania right out in front of the town Post Office. She was dropping off another hiker and I asked her if she could shuttle me to the next town over Hamburg, PA, which was about 2 miles away. I had been craving Chinese food, so she recommended the JA Buffet. It ended up being one of the best Chinese buffet restaurants I’ve ever eaten at, and I sat there and gorged myself for 2 hours. Fortunately, I took one of her cards and was able to text her the next morning for a shuttle back to the trail. I did a bit of shuttling after I finished my 2024 thru-hike last fall, so I was very interested to sit down with Pip and gain some insights from her about her business. We discuss how she got started shuttling, what brings her joy in doing it, what some of the challenges of running a hiker shuttle are, and what advice she would give for someone who wants to start their own hiker shuttling service. We welcome to the channel Alicia (aka Pip on the trail), the owner and operator of Pip's Shuttle service.*You can contact Pip for shuttle and slackpacks services at: (717) 371-7646#appalachiantrail #at2024 #at2025 #appalachiantrail2025 #backpacking #atnobo2024 #atnobo2025 #thruhiking #atnobo @FarOutguides #hike #hiking @senchidesigns #originalmaine @TheTrek #ThruHiker #ATClassof2024 #ATClassof2025 #baxterstatepark #katahdin #mtwashington #senchidesigns @HyperliteMountainGear #100milewilderness #sloggyhikes #hikersessions #pipspashuttles #hikershuttle #shuttle

26 min
JAN 13

Hiker Sessions - "MAV"

In this conversation, MAV and I discuss the transformative power of hiking and backpacking, exploring personal experiences, the challenges of long-distancetrails, and the connections made along the way. Mav sharesinsights on his journey through various trails, the significance of trail names, and the impact of hiking on his perception of people. We also delve into the balance between work and hiking, the evolution of gear, and the excitement of ultra running, something new that MAV has recently taken up. I feel our conversation highlights the freedom and purity found in nature, as well as the relationships that endure well beyond the trails. #sloggyhikes #hikersessions #appalachiantrail #baxterstatepark #katahdin #springermountain #hikemaine #optoutside #senchidesigns @hyperlite_mountain_gear @senchi.designs #hope #resilience #inspiration #atclassof2014 @altrarunning #altrarunning #MAV @jason_mav_brocar

50 min
JAN 6

Hiker Sessions - "Bliss"

Today’s episode features Alyssa Cass—known on the trail as Bliss—whose journey began growing up near the Appalachian Trail and led to a life-changing thru-hike. Along the way, she faced intense physical and emotional challenges, learning the power of mental toughness, adaptability, and even how to lighten both her pack and her mindset. With the support of a strong trail community, nature became a source of healing and transformation. Her journey reached a memorable peak with a surprise proposal atop Katahdin, marking not just the end of the trail, but the beginning of a new chapter. Now, Bliss is looking ahead to future adventures with her partner, carrying forward the joy, resilience, and therapeutic connection to nature that defined her hike.

42 min

This collection brings together insightful interviews with long-distance hikers, day hikers, and everyone in between, offering a diverse range of experiences and perspectives from the trail. Our focus is on compelling human-interest stories, such as tales of perseverance, unexpected friendships, and personal transformation with a backpacking and hiking theme.

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