Outdoors with Hiking Bob

Bob and co-host Kevin explore the effects of the Cog Railway closure; re-visit expanded hours on the Pikes Peak Highway; dry winter and fire restrictions Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and website Listen on Google Podcasts, Spotify and Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Android

Bob chats with Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates President Cory Sutela about what's in store for them in 2018, including many trail projects and cycling advocacy. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Listen on Google Podcasts, Spotify and Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Android

This week's topics include new, hidden trails; a hike in a remote area; a proposition to extend the hours on the Pikes Peak Highway, North Cheyenne Cañon Park master plan and more. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and website Listen on Google Podcasts, Spotify and Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Android

Bob and Kevin talk about recent hikes; inexperienced hikers on the Manitou Incline; rescue of a lost hiker in Yosemite National Park; North Cheyenne Canon Park Master Plan and more Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and website Listen on Google Podcasts, Spotify and Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Android

Bob and co-host Kevin discuss the progress of funding bill for Colorado Parks and Wildlife; making the Colorado Lottery permanent; Great Outdoors Colorado; Conservation Trust Fund; parking at Barr Trail; phone apps for hiking Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and website Listen on Google Podcasts, Spotify and Apple Podcasts Subs...

Bob and co-host Kevin discuss a legislative measure intended to increase funding for Colorado Parks and Wildlife. Also, did Colorado "lose" a 14er and gain a 13er? And more… Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and website Listen on Google Podcasts, Spotify and Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Android

On this week's podcast, Bob and Kevin hit on a variety of topics: recent hikes, future planned hikes, meeting fans, review recent podcasts, North Cheyenne Canon Park master plan process and more. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and website Listen on Google Podcasts, Spotify and Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Android

Bob interviews Mikah Meyer, who is not only visiting all 417 sites owned by the National Park Service, but also doing it in one long road trip, and will also be the youngest person to do it. But, that's not all. Listen and learn the whole story. Find out more at his website Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Listen on Google Podcasts, Spotify and Apple Podcasts Subscribe on And...

Bob talks with Friends of Monument Preserve president Bill Normile about the volunteer groups rich history, mission and accomplishments. You can find out more about them at their website. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Listen on Google Podcasts, Spotify and Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Android

Bob and Kevin discuss Coal's (Bob's dog) hiking miles for 2017; recent hikes; trails at risk of being lost; North Cheyenne Canon Park Master Plan process and more Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and website Listen on Google Podcasts, Spotify and Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Android

Bob and Kevin are back for the new year, and discuss their accomplishments from 2017 and their goals for 2018. Also, where's the snow?, being prepared for winter weather, and more. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and website Listen on Google Podcasts, Spotify and Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Android

Bob talks with El Paso County (Colorado) Community Services Director Tim Wolken and they discuss what 2017 was like for county parks and what's ahead for 2018 Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Listen on Google Podcasts, Spotify and Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Android

Bob talks with Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services director Karen Palus about what the department accomplished in 2017 and what is in store for 2018. Note: The parks department did get the grant mentioned during this interview. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Listen on Google Podcasts, Spotify and Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Android

On this week's show, Bob and co-host Kevin talk (briefly) about the "Blue Frame" in the Garden of the Gods controversy, then move on to some recent hikes they've done, a new schedule at Aiken Canyon Preserve, and last minute gift ideas. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and website Listen on Google Podcasts, Spotify and Apple Po...

Bob sits down with Susan Davies, Executive Director of the Trails and Open Space Coalition to recap 2017 and what it meant for outdoor recreation and advocacy in the Pikes Peak region. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Listen on Google Podcasts, Spotify and Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Android

Bob discusses his visit to Kauai: what it was like to hike and take photos there; local food; Spam; Chickens; and more. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and website Listen on Google Podcasts, Spotify and Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Android

Bob and co-host Kevin discuss recent hikes; more information regarding proposed entry fee increases to some National Parks; temporary jobs with the US Forest Service (https://www.fs.usda.gov/main/r2/jobs) ; gift ideas; donating to the IndyGive campaign, and more. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and website Listen on Google Pod...

Bob and co-host Kevin talk about what they're thankful for on Thanksgiving; the re-opening of the Manitou Incline after it's latest repair work; the IndyGive campaign; the work done by the Palmer Land Trust; gift giving suggestions. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and website Listen on Google Podcasts, Spotify and Apple Podcas...

Bob talks with hiker/author Jeff Alt about his book "A Walk for Sunshine", which details his hike on the Appalachian Trail for charity. This episode sponsored by Pocket Pals Trail Maps (pptrailmaps.com) Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Listen on Google Podcasts, Spotify and Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Android

Bob and Kevin hit all kinds of topics on this episode: Hiking in Canyonlands National Park; Green Mountain Falls; IndyGive; New Keen boots; and ask listeners to send in gift ideas. Trails discussed in this episode: tinyurl.com/ycyfaa4j, tinyurl.com/yc98k54d, tinyurl.com/y72kgpo9, tinyurl.com/y72kgpo9 Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter, Insta...

Bob and co-host Kevin talk about their recent hikes and trips, including Arches and Zion National Parks and Monument Valley. Also proposed fee increases for many National Parks, and the annual Indy Give (www.indygive.com) fund raiser. This episode sponsored by Pocket Pals Trail Maps (www.pptrailmaps.com) Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter, I...

On this week's show, Bob talks with photographers David Kingham and Jennifer Renwick, who travel around the western United States in a camper all year, taking photographs and conducting photography workshops. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Listen on Google Podcasts, Spotify and Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Android

Bob and El Paso County Commissioner Mark Waller discuss TABOR ballot issue 1A, and what it means to the county parks and outdoor recreation in general. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Listen on Google Podcasts, Spotify and Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Android

A week after Waldo Canyon re-opened after the devastating fire 5 years ago, Bob and co-host Kevin have already hiked into the area, and talk about what they've seen. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and website Listen on Google Podcasts, Spotify and Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Android

Bob and co-host Kevin talk about recent hikes in Great Sand Dunes National Park and also the new and re-routed trails in the Bear Creek Watershed. Also, changes coming to Hanging Lake and rumors about Waldo Canyon re-opening. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and website Listen on Google Podcasts, Spotify and Apple Podcasts Subs...