Hiking and Backpacking with Goose

In this episode, I backpack on the Rich Mountain Loop in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This Lollipop shaped loop includes section of Rich Mountain Trail, Indian Grave Gap Trail, Scott Mountain Trail and Crooked Arm Branch Trail. The trail head is located in the Cades Cove area of the park. Trail review from smokymountains.com John Oliver Place Crooked Arm Falls Photos from this and othe...

In this episode I hike to Charlie's Bunion on the Appalachian Trail in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This is one of the most popular hikes in the park. I also update you on things going on in my life as well as a shorter hike that I took on the point lookout trail in Panther Creek State Park. https://www.nps.gov/grsm/planyourvisit/chimneys-alternative-charlies-bunion.htm https://tns...

In this episode I plan to hike to Alum Cave on the Alum Cave Trail, but "call an audible" and continue my hike to Mount LeConte, one of the highest peaks in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the eastern U.S. I also recount the story of "Smoky Jack" and update you on things going on with me. https://www.nps.gov/grsm/planyourvisit/chimneys-alternative-alum-cave-bluffs.h...

In this episode, I review a recent spur of the moment hike that I took on the Fighting Creek Nature Trail, including a side hike to Cataract Falls. I also discuss the John Ownby Cabin. This trail is located in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park near the Sugarlands Visitor Center and Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Photos are available on Instagram - @gooseahikin Your feedback on this episode would be...

In this episode we discuss all things related to hiking and backpacking gear. Parts of this episode are new content while others are segments from previous episodes that I thought you would find interesting. I also update you on my recent hiking activity so far this winter. I would appreciate your feedback on this episode. You can reach out to me on Instagram or X where my name is GOOSEAHIKIN Copy...

In this episode we review a listing of hikes and hiking-related events taking place in the first quarter of 2024 To learn more about the hikes and events mentioned use the links below: Yosemite Conservancy Hikes - Yosemite National Park, CA Women's Hike - Franklin Mountain State Park - El Paso, TX Fossil Frenzy Hike - York River State Park - Williamsburg, VA Guided Bison Saunter - Prarie State Par...

In this episode, I will review a recent hike that I took at Panther Creek State Park in east Tennessee. I will also discuss using items that you have in your backpacking and camping gear inventory to better ride out power outages. https://tnstateparks.com/parks/activity-detail/panther-creek-hiking https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies.html You can find me on Instagram or...

In this episode I hike Abrams Falls Trail in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Backpacker.com considers this one of the 10 most dangerous hikes in America! I also discuss goings on with other personal projects and include a discussion of hiking (trekking) poles. https://www.nps.gov/grsm/planyourvisit/abrams-falls.htm https://www.backpacker.com/skills/america-s-10-most-dangerous-hikes-abrams-fal...

In this episode I hike on Rainbow Falls Trail in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Bonus Content Includes a discussion on how to find hiking trails near you. https://www.nps.gov/grsm/planyourvisit/rainbow-falls-pyv.htm Photos and videos of hikes on Instagram. You can also leave your comments there. https://www.instagram.com/gooseahikin/ Copyright SBR Services

In this episode, I day hike to Mouse Creek Falls on Big Creek Trail in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Bonus material includes a review of an edible and medicinal plant hike/workshop in Seven Islands State Park. https://www.nps.gov/grsm/planyourvisit/mouse-creek-falls.htm https://tnstateparks.com/parks/seven-islands Hiking photos and videos on Instagram @gooseahikin

WARNING- this episode contains disturbing content and is not appropriate for children. This episode delves into the murder of Cathy Sposito on Thumb Butte Trail in the Prescott National Forest and related events. Copyright 2023

In this episode of the podcast I take a day hike with small children on the Laurel Falls Trail in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grsm/planyourvisit/laurel-falls.htm

On this episode I day hike to Hen Wallow Falls on Gabes Mountain Trail in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. I will also discuss my pocket emergency kit.

In this episode I day hike the Cades Cove Loop Road in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grsm/planyourvisit/cadescove.htm

In this episode I will day hike on the Tri-State Peak Trail in Cumberland Gap National Historical Park https://www.nps.gov/cuga/index.htm

In this episode I discuss shoes, clothing, rain gear, backpacks, daypacks, camping equipment, food, water and safety related gear

In this episode I review a past AT section hike- Daleville to Black Horse Gap which features an encounter with Bears. Photos of this hike can be found on my Instagram account- “Gooseahikin “

In this episode I discuss spur of the moment hiking and hike another section of the Mountains to Sea Trail. Photos can be found on my Instagram page - “Gooseahikin”

In this episode I review one of my Appalachian Trail section hikes - Catawba to Daleville. Photo’s are posted on my Instagram page - “Gooseahikin”. Appalachian Trail Conservancy. https://appalachiantrail.org/explore/explore-by-state/virginia/

In this special episode I discuss winter hiking and contingency planning

In this episode I day hike on the “Flipped Car” portion of the Falls Lake Trail which is part of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail. Photos can be found on my Instagram account - “Gooseahikin” More information on the trail can be found at https://mountainstoseatrail.org/segment/10/#day-hikes

In this episode I will review hikes that I recently took on several trails in Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks to view Giant Sequoia trees

In this episode I review my hike on Flytrap trail, one of the few places in the world where you will find the Venus Flytrap plant in it’s natural habitat. https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/carolina-beach-state-park/trails

In this episode I day hike several trails in Dismal Swamp State Park. Information on the park and trails can be found at https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/dismal-swamp-state-park Photos of this hike can be found on my Instagram account “Gooseahikin”

In this episode I day hike on the Virginia Creeper National Recreation Trail. https://www.vacreepertrail.org/ Photos for this episode can be found on my Instagram account- “gooseahikin”