Dec 23, 2017
If you're long distance hiking in 2018, you're getting really excited as 2017 draws to a close! Dan and Guthook talk about pitfalls of over-preparation and big picture things to think about 3 months out. Dan's holiday office party Yankee Swap fail.
Dec 1, 2017
Weekly Hiking Tip is back with return guest, Guthook! Guthook shares stories from his recent hike across Northern England via the Coast to Coast Walk. Buckle in for surprise quail hunts and thru-hiking British style. Dan and Guthook share holiday gift ideas for the aspiring long distance hiker in your life! It's a packed show! Download Episode
Jul 3, 2017
Since 1999, SteriPEN has helped travelers and backpackers worldwide make wilderness water safe for drinking. Dan talks to Miles Maiden, the inventor of SteriPEN, about SteriPEN's past, present, and future. Download Episode
Jun 26, 2017
If you're thinking about heading to the Granite State to hike, but you wanna get off the beaten path, the Cohos Trail might be just the ticket! In this week's episode, Dan talks to Kim Nilsen, founder and board chairman of the Cohos Trail Association.
Jun 13, 2017
Woe is thee who suffers the blister! Listen to Dan this week and learn what you can do to take care of your next blister problem on the trail. Download Episode Music by Kyle Gervais and Dominic Lavoie
Jun 5, 2017
This week, Dan talks to Mark Larabee of the Pacific Crest Trail Association about raising funds through the PCTA's annual appropriations request to Congress. Dan and Mark discuss the PCTA's fundraising efforts and all the work done to protect the PCT. Intro music by Kyle Gervais and Dominic Lavoie.
May 30, 2017
Blisters are unavoidable on a long hike....or are they?? This week, Dan talks about how frequently hikers get blisters, what causes them, and shares 10 time-tested tips for prevention.
May 22, 2017
On this week's show, Dan talks about at the top three foods long distance hikers crave the most, and the differences in cravings between men and women.
May 15, 2017
Dan is back to kick off a series of episodes featuring short interviews with a trail agency or clubs in all 50 states. Missouri is the inaugural state in the series, so this week Dan sits down with Abi Jackson from the Ozark Trail Association. Download Episode
May 1, 2017
This week, Dan reviews the top 5 things that thru-hikers said they carried in their packs most of the way, but in looking back on their hikes, thought they could have done without. What's necessary and what's not?
Apr 24, 2017
Boredom isn't a fun thing to experience on a long trail. Nor is it an exciting title for a podcast! Nearly 30% of long distance hikers cope with boredom at some point. This week, Dan talks about what you can do to avoid being bored on your next hike.
Apr 17, 2017
Not enough sleep and a long day's drive has Dan getting through this episode thanks to coffee! He shares a few tips for packing coffee on the trail in a way that's lightweight, tasty, and cost-effective. Download Episode
Apr 10, 2017
Dan picks up the topic of footwear once again. This time he talks about what hikers who were unhappy with their footwear had the most to be unhappy about. Listen this week for a few solid tips on buying footwear for long distance hiking.
Apr 3, 2017
Footwear choice is one of many important decisions to be made when preparing for a long distance hike. This week, Dan talks about boots vs. trail runners and whether one style is actually better suited for long distance hiking.
Mar 20, 2017
This week, Dan goes over some important tips for how to physically prepare for a long distance hike, and how this is different than physical preparation for other sports.
Mar 13, 2017
Lyme disease impacts scores of hikers each year. In this week's episode, Dan talks about prevention and treatment of Lyme and shares tips for how to avoid getting Lyme on the trail. Download Episode
Mar 6, 2017
Dan's computer dies and he reflects on losing things on the trail. What would you do if you lost your phone or wallet while hiking? What would you do if you found something valuable? Download Episode
Feb 25, 2017
It's a total buzzkill to talk about money when planning the hike of a lifetime, but failing to consider cost can take you off the trail before you're ready. This week, Dan breaks down the cost of a long distance hike and offers some quick tips for budgeting. Download Episode 
Feb 19, 2017
Shin splints can ruin a hike. In this week's episode, Dan talks about to prevent shin splints and, if experiencing symptoms of shin splints on a hike, how to take care of them. This is a must-listen for all thru-hikers! Download Episode
Feb 5, 2017
This week, Guthook, co-founder of Guthook's Guides and Atlas Guides, joins Dan in a discussion about maps, apps, and trail navigation.
Jan 30, 2017
Hiking food is composed of carbohydrates, fat, and protein. This week, Dan talks about which nutrients are most important for multi-day hiking trips and how to keep track of them.
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Jan 23, 2017
Calorie density tells you how much energy you're getting for what your food weighs. In this week's episode, Dan explains how this all fits into a good strategy for planning trail diet.
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Jan 15, 2017
Making sure you're getting enough food to eat every day on the trail is really important. In this first episode of Weekly Hiking Tip, Dan explains calorie load, a key concept for trail food planning.
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