The Trail Dames Podcast

An in-depth dive into the 4000 Footers Club of New Hampshire, what it takes to accomplish and some amazing women that have (pardon the pun) rocked it!!             Guest Links- 48 Peaks on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/48-Peaks-Hiking-Healing-Mountains-ebook/dp/B078G25465/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0 4000 Footers Site - https://4000footers.com/nh.shtml 4000 Footers AMD Site – https://www.outdoors.org/re...

As cliché as it sounds, I made a New Year's resolution to get in better hiking shape! Here, I share my three tips for a stronger you on the trail!               Links- AMC At Home Workout - https://www.outdoors.org/resources/amc-outdoors/outdoor-resources/home-workout-for-hiking/ Strength workout for hikers - https://www.summitstrength.com.au/blog/strength-workout-for-hikers Connect with Anna, aka...

How do you feel about the New Year? Nostalgic for the past? Excited about the Future? Unsure? A New Year's hike is just what you need, and we have some great suggestions for you!             Links- First Day Hikes - https://americanhiking.org/first-day-hikes/ Georgia "First Day Hikes" - https://gastateparks.org/FirstDayHikes National Parks First Day Hikes - https://www.nps.gov/articles/000/first-d...

The Trail Dames podcast continues the dream as we go full-on Tolkein while hiking in New Zealand!                   Links- All the details - https://www.newzealand.com/us/feature/milford-track/ Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xCwCyDuJ3Lk Official Site - https://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-go/fiordland/places/fiordland-national-park/things-to-do/tracks/milford-track/ Mt....

The Trail Dames podcast is on full-out fantasy mode and this week we are dreaming about hiking at the end of the world! Links- All the details - https://worldlyadventurer.com/torres-del-paine-w-hike-without-tour/ Torres del Paine video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2V6L8CVU8hk&t=854s Torres del Paine video 2 - http://youtube.com/watch?v=ZCNo9f_kJBs&t=469 Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at inf...

Cold and gray outside? Plan for an island hike, complete with whale watching, lush coasts and 360-degree views of the ocean! Links- Kalalau Trail -  Kalalau Trail Information | Permits | Transportation | Gear Facebook Group -  Kalalau Trail | Facebook Kalalau video -  One of the most dangerous sections of hiking trail in the U.S. Full Crawler's Ledge - Kalalau Trail. Santa Cruz Island -  Hiking Sa...

Anna has found a new trail for us today; the Hexatrek.  Links- Hiking the Hexa: Up, down and (almost) over the hill on France's newest long-distance walk - Hiking the Hexa: Up, down and (almost) over the hill on France's newest long-distance walk The Hexa official site -  Hexatrek : The long distance thru hike in France Trek article by Emily Grundy -  How To Hike the HexaTrek - The Trek Connect wi...

It's Black Friday, and I have found all the coolest new gifts for your favorite hikers and backpackers! Links- Tree Hugger leave no trace camp hook -  Tree Hugger (Leave No Trace Camp Hook, Weighs Less Than 1oz) A Woman's Place Is in the Wild deck of cards - A Woman's Place Is in the Wild: Deck of 52 Playing Cards State Hiker Ornament - https://www.etsy.com/listing/557815239/pick-your-state-hiker-...

Today's episode celebrates the women who write the wild. If you love the outdoors and good writing, this is your new favorite listen. Links- Mary Oliver -  Mary Oliver Nan Shepherd - [ Nan Shepherd (11,Robert%20Macfarlane%20and%20Richard%20Mabey] Linda Hogan - Linda Hogan (Author of Solar Storms) Niki de Saint Phalle -  Niki de Saint Phalle Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at info@traildames.com Y...

Celebrating the fearless women who changed the hiking world, from Everest and the Andes in today's episode of the Trail Dames Podcast. Links- Honouring High Places: The Mountain Life of Junko Tabei - Honouring High Places: The Mountain Life of Junko Tabei Up, Up, Ever Up!: Junko Tabei: A Life in the Mountains by Anita Yasuda (illustrated by Yūko Shimizu) - Up, Up, Ever Up! Junko Tabei: A Life in t...

Jan Leitschuh was bitten by the AT bug in 2002. With no real backpacking experience, she threw herself into learning, training and stomping down fears and questions that swirled around her preparations. She joined the infamous Pack 31- a group of hikers that met online and named themselves after the date they started, March 1, 2003. This community, built on meetings at the ALDHA Gathering and a th...

Anna shares a few creepy hikes to celebrate Halloween! Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at  info@traildames.com You can find the Trail Dames at: Our website: Trail Dames The Summit: The Summit 2022 - Presented by the Trail Dames The Trail Dames Foundation: Trail Dames Charitable Foundation | Home Instagram:  Trail Dames (@traildames) Facebook: Trail Dames | Facebook Hiking Radio Network: Hiking Ra...

Jan Leitschuh was bitten by the AT bug in 2002. With no real backpacking experience, she threw herself into learning, training and stomping down fears and questions that swirled around her preparations. She joined the infamous Pack 31- a group of hikers that met online and named themselves after the date they started, March 1, 2003. This community, built on meetings at the ALDHA Gathering and a th...

Jan Leitschuh was bitten by the AT bug in 2002. With no real backpacking experience, she threw herself into learning, training and stomping down fears and questions that swirled around her preparations. She joined the infamous Pack 31- a group of hikers that met online and named themselves after the date they started, March 1, 2003. This community, built on meetings at the ALDHA Gathering and a th...

Jan Leitschuh was bitten by the AT bug in 2002. With no real backpacking experience, she threw herself into learning, training and stomping down fears and questions that swirled around her preparations. She joined the infamous Pack 31- a group of hikers that met online and named themselves after the date they started, March 1, 2003. This community, built on meetings at the ALDHA Gathering and a th...

Bios- Nicole van Marle is a social worker from the Netherlands. With a background in supporting people through social and personal challenges, she has dedicated her career to helping others improve their well-being. Currently, she is taking a one-year sabbatical to focus on personal growth and her journey as a pilgrim. Guest Links- Nicole on Polar Steps- www.polarsteps.com Nicole van Marle Connect...

Bio- Jan Leitschuh was bitten by the AT bug in 2002. With no real backpacking experience, she threw herself into learning, training and stomping down fears and questions that swirled around her preparations. She joined the infamous Pack 31- a group of hikers that met online and named themselves after the date they started, March 1, 2003. This community, built on meetings at the ALDHA Gathering and...

Bios- Jackie Kane - A random meeting on a beach leads to a calling that cannot be ignored. My awesome sister-in-law sits down to talk about her recent journey on the Camino. Nicole van Marle is a social worker from the Netherlands. With a background in supporting people through social and personal challenges, she has dedicated her career to helping others improve their well-being. Currently, she i...

Bio- A random meeting on a beach leads to a calling that cannot be ignored. My awesome sister-in-law sits down to talk about her recent journey on the Camino. Guest Links- Jackie on Facebook -  Jackie Kiki Kane Jackie on Instagram - her business partner Jackie Kiki Kane (@jackiekane_) Walking with Sam -  Walking with Sam: A Father, a Son, and Five Hundred Miles Across Spain Passport to Everwhere,...

Bios- Jackie Kane - random meeting on a beach leads to a calling that cannot be ignored. My awesome sister-in-law sits down to talk about her recent journey on the Camino. Nicole - Nicole van Marle is a social worker from the Netherlands. With a background in supporting people through social and personal challenges, she has dedicated her career to helping others improve their well-being. Currently...

Jan Leitschuh was bitten by the AT bug in 2002. With no real backpacking experience, she threw herself into learning, training and stomping down fears and questions that swirled around her preparations. She joined the infamous Pack 31- a group of hikers that met online and named themselves after the date they started, March 1, 2003. This community, built on meetings at the ALDHA Gathering and a th...

Silvia Resnik is a certified coach with a Master's degree in Business Economics. Her professional journey began as a kindergarten teacher, transitioned into HR Management, and eventually led her to entrepreneurship. On the surface, she had checked all the boxes: a fulfilling career, marriage, a beautiful home, and a well-structured life.​ Yet, despite these accomplishments, Silvia felt an inner vo...

Bio- Jan Leitschuh was bitten by the AT bug in 2002. With no real backpacking experience, she threw herself into learning, training and stomping down fears and questions that swirled around her preparations. She joined the infamous Pack 31- a group of hikers that met online and named themselves after the date they started, March 1, 2003. This community, built on meetings at the ALDHA Gathering and...

Bio- A random meeting on a beach leads to a calling that cannot be ignored. My awesome sister-in-law sits down to talk about her recent journey on the Camino. Guest Links- Jackie on Facebook -  Jackie Kiki Kane Jackie on Instagram -  Instagram (@jackiekane_) Walking with Sam -  Walking with Sam: A Father, a Son, and Five Hundred Miles Across Spain Passport to Everwhere, Andrew McCarthy -  "Passpor...

Bio- Jan Leitschuh was bitten by the AT bug in 2002. With no real backpacking experience, she threw herself into learning, training and stomping down fears and questions that swirled around her preparations. She joined the infamous Pack 31- a group of hikers that met online and named themselves after the date they started, March 1, 2003. This community, built on meetings at the ALDHA Gathering and...