The 46 of 46 Podcast

This week's Summit Session brings back fan-favorite Erik Schlimmer where we'll talk about his new Adirondack history books, his outdoors adventures, the Cranberry Lake 50, and his new Adirondack toponym website, "Place Name Dude". Pick Up Erik's Books at here Visit Place Name Dude here Order my new book Adirondack Campfire Stories: Tales and Folklore From Inside the Blue Line Order Links: Amazon L...

This week I'm back with a Summit Session episode with fan-favorite Jonathan Zaharek! Jonathan stopped by the 46 Outdoors "shedquarters" to talk all about this week's solar eclipse along with his current adventure skiing the 46 High Peaks here in the Adirondacks, the completion of the Pilot Permit Program at the AMR trailhead, and more! Pick up Jonathan's forthcoming guide book, Hiking the Adironda...

Bundle up and join us for a bone-chilling and exhilarating hike as we venture through the Macintyre Range for a winter day of subzero summitting- Algonquin, Iroquois, and Wright Despite the forecast of -30° windchill at the summits and a frosty start at 0°, our spirits soared under the crystalline blue skies, proving that the best winter hiking conditions often come on the coldest, sunniest days....

In this week's episode I share my transformative journey from facing personal health challenges to becoming an Adirondack 46'er and creating the Great Range Athlete training programs. I'll dive into the pivotal moments that tested my resolve, like tough climbs up McKenzie Mountain and Big Slide, and how these experiences ignited a passion to help others prepare for the mountains. Hear how the deci...

In this episode of the 46 of 46 Podcast, journey with me on a stunning winter ascent of Cascade Mountain. After weeks under a blanket of gray, the Adirondacks were kissed by sunshine, setting the stage for perfect winter hiking conditions. With blue skies overhead and packed snow underfoot, it was time to catch a sunrise from the High Peaks. My NEW website: www.46OUTDOORS.com Pre-Order my new book...

This week I officially announce all the projects I've been working on behind the scenes here at 46/46 Headquarters including the new website and expansion of the 46 Outdoors Company , to the creation of Great Range Athlete , and most importantly, my new book, Adirondack Campfire Stories: Tales and Folklore From Inside the Blue Line , is now available for pre-order at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, an...

This week on the 46 of 46 Podcast we welcome Neil Luckhurst to the Summit Sessions. Neil is a renowned figure in the Adirondack hiking community. Neil's not just a hiker; he's a trailblazer known for his incredible charity work and awe-inspiring mountain feats. From bushwhacking all 46 High Peaks to completing a single-season winter 100 highest, Neil's experiences are nothing short of legendary. I...

Happy New Year everyone! This week I'm kicking off 2024 with a Summit Sessions in the Santanoni Range...kind of. My guest this week, ADK native Kyle Lang, joins me to discuss the world premeire of his new original play, "Times Square". This story takes place at the beloved trail junction in the Santanoni Range of the Adirondack High Peaks known as Times Square. The Times Square WORLD PREMIERE is J...

This week is my annual New Years Sessions where I recap all the episodes from the year and give you a behind-the-scenes glimpse into each one. On top of that you'll hear many stories from listeners about how the Adirondack Park changed their life. These stories are inspirational to say the least. Thank you for another great year of podcasting with you here on The 46 of 46 Podcast! - James Connect...

This year on this special Christmas edition of The 46 of 46 Podcast i'll be putting an Adirondack twist on the classic "How The Grinch Stole Christmas" with the new story of Crank the Adirondack Hermit. How Crank The Adirondack Hermit Stole Christmas In the frost-kissed realm of the Adirondack High Peaks, where snowflakes dance and the north wind speaks, Lived a hermit named Crank, with a heart so...

Join us on the 46 of 46 Podcast for a thrilling Summit Session with Syd Steger, who shares her exhilarating story breaking the self-supported Fastest Known Time (FKT) for the Lake Placid 9'er Challenge here in the Adirondacks. Syd reveals the story start to finish of how she climbed all nine peaks with incredible speed, determination, and strategic planning. Her journey offers valuable insights in...

In this gripping episode of The 46 of 46 Podcast, join me as I recount another unforgettable Adirondack adventure. This week I trade my trekking poles and backpack for a compound bow and fanny pack as I tell the story of my 2023 archery buck. This isn't just a story of hunting; it's a journey filled with highs and lows, humor, and a thrilling display of determination in the clutch moments. Whether...

It's November and that means it's Deer season in the Adirondacks! This week Adirondack hunting and fishing guide Wes LaBar of LaBar Guide Services come on to talk about his self-taught hunting journey, that began as a kid in the southern ADK, to becoming a deadly Big Woods hunter and sought after guide. In this episode we talk about Wes's journey as a hunter and guide, tracking and still hunting i...

This October Sessions rolls on here on The 46 of 46 Podcast with an ADK Campfire Story Double Feature! ADK Campfire Stories Double Feature 1.) The Echoes of Big Moose Lake 2.) The Shadow of the Adirondacks First up, we'll dive deep into the chilling waters of Big Moose Lake as we unravel the tragic tale of Grace Brown. Was it a crime of passion or a dark secret taken to the grave? Then, the journe...

The October Sessions roll on as Adam and Jake from the ADK Youtube channel, Blue Line Bigfoot, return! Adam and Jake will tell spooky stories from their lives and others inside the ADK. Good old fashioned fun around the campfire! Connect on Social Media: Find the podcast on social media @46of46podcast Follow James on instagram @jamesappleton46 My Website: WWW.46of46.COM PLANNING TO HIKE THE 46 HIG...

The 4th Annual October Sessions are back on The 46 of 46 Podcast! There's no better way to kick off the most wonderful time of year than with the 4th installment of the Bigfoot in the Blue Line series here on the October Sessions! The mysteries of the Adirondacks lie just beyond the next tree line... Connect on Social Media: Find the podcast on social media @46of46podcast Follow James on instagram...

This week I dive into the life lessons I have learned thanks to the greatest teacher I've ever had, the Adirondack Mountains. The mountains will teach you a lot about yourself and real life if you let them… 1. No one can get you to the summit. It’s up to you to do the work. 2. One foot in front of the other IS the formula. This will never change. Too tired to get back down? Too bad. You still have...

This week I had the pleasure of having a fellow northeast outdoors podcaster on my show, Martin Armitage of the Papa Bear Hiked Podcast. Martin had a big Adirondack outing planned for the year but sometimes the weather does not care about our plans and we have to make changes to our itinerary. Hear about Martin's ADK trip now! Find Martin at www. PapaBearHikes.com Find the podcast on Instagram &am...

The Northeast 115 list is a list of the 115 mountains over 4,000' elevation. The mountains are in New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine. Imagine thru-hiking this entire list in one effort? That's exactly what Will Robison did. An unbelievable feat made up of mountains, trails, and roads as he went from the Catskill Mountains, to the Adirondack Mountains, to the Green Mountains, White Mountai...

The Northeast 115 list is a list of the 115 mountains over 4,000' elevation. The mountains are in New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine. Imagine thru-hiking this entire list in one effort? That's exactly what Will Robison did. An unbelievable feat made up of mountains, trails, and roads as he went from the Catskill Mountains, to the Adirondack Mountains, to the Green Mountains, White Mountai...

Throughout the 1930s a fierce competition among several ‘mountain marathoners’ was unfolding here in the Adirondack Mountains. In 1932, Bob Marshall set the bar high with the now infamous ‘Bob Marshall Traverse’ covering 13 high peaks & Mt Jo. Not to be outdone, on July 29, 1936 Herbert L. Malcolm made the final known contribution to this friendly competition - climbing 12 high peaks, 5 low pe...

This week's Summit Sessions continues on the theme of showcasing people pushing themselves mentally and physically in the Adirondacks as Sara King comes on to tell us all about her journey from the couch to the Wakely Dam Ultra 55K. An inspiring journey sure to motivate you to keep on keeping on. Follow Sara on Instagram @spunda_sass Find the podcast on social media @46of46podcast Follow James on...

This week I'm back with an episode from the trail running around in the ADK backcountry with 46/46 fan-favorite, Jonathan Zaharek. This week we spent the day in the High Peaks summiting Colvin, Blake, Nippletop, and Dial. Come with us from the trailhead to the summit and back again! www.46of46.com Find the podcast on social media @46of46podcast Follow James on instagram @jamesappleton46 PLANNING T...

This week I welcome back the beloved and former 46 of 46 guest, Bethany Garretson, to dive deeper into the 101 FKT's she has set here in the Adirondacks and around the country. We get into her mindset and why she pushes herself in the mountains and what she's had to overcome to get there. Hear the whole story behind her success! " Don't waste your gifts " - Bethany Garretson Follow Bethany on Inst...

Fifteen hours before the race kicked off, I spontaneously signed up to run the Lake Placid Half-Marathon, a 13.1 mile trek around Lake Placid. However I have never run even half that distance before... But the mind is a powerful thing. Come on the race with me as I embark on a different kind of Adirondack Adventure in this special episode of The 46 of 46 Podcast. www.lakeplacidmarathon.com PLANNIN...