Yeti Walks Into Basecamp | Talking. Thru. Hiking.

Episode Summary : In this episode of “Yeti Walks Into Basecamp” we talk about water, because, well…water is life! This is the first of a two-part series speaking on filters, plastics, water bladders, water sources that aren’t so great (and how to handle them), and even bug sprays/treatments. We sit in with Katie “Oats” Houston, the Community Manager for Sawyer Products. You know Sawyer, they make...

Episode Summary : In this episode of “Yeti Walks IntoBasecamp” mushrooms are involved. Shiitake? Portobello? Other? We sit down with Megan Dietrich, a licensed counselor/therapist as we cover our fifth week on the Pacific Crest Trail in 2022. Megan asks us amazingly insightful questions about the trail, and specifically, post-trail integration as relates to our week 5. We wrap up with a question o...

Episode Summary : In this episode of “Yeti Walks Into Basecamp” we discuss FOOD: the good, the bad, and the ugly. When a hiker is on their feet all day, nothing hits better than a nice meal before bed, so what did we love on the PCT, TMB, and CT? Give the episode a listen and find out about Spam-honeybun burgers. Topics : Food, trail food, dehydrated meals, ramen, best and worstfoods // Instagram:...

Episode Summary : In this episode of “Yeti Walks Into Basecamp” we discuss our 2-day hike of the “41” mile lollipop/loop trail called The Big and Little Dominguez Loop from Alltrails. We do this before hopping back into telling our PCT overarching story, and to offer two new things! We will be video recording future episodes to get those on our YouTube channel (link below, for those of you who lik...

We originally released this episode just to paid subscribers on our Patreon, but why not let folks know some of the subscriber-only content we are trying to release?! With that being said, enjoy the first of our "How To" series, and know that there are MANY more episodes like this to come for our devoted followers! Episode Summary : In this members-only episode of “Yeti Walks Into Basecamp” we giv...

Episode Summary : In this episode of "Yeti Walks Into Basecamp" we coverYeti Legs’ gear loadout from the Colorado Trail and talk about all things gear. We cover each type of gear system you will need as a backpacker and/orthru-hiker, some pros and cons of some of the gear, and briefly discuss our newPatreon account! Each contribution to our Patreon keeps the podcast going! Topics : Gear, shelter s...

Episode Summary : In this EXTENDED episode of “YetiWalks Into Basecamp” (as per Tumbleweed’s request for a 3+ hour episode) we wrap up Yeti’s hike on the Colorado Trail in 2023, covering the final highs and lows that took him to the terminus in Durango, poops in the water source, and there are SO MANY SHEEP! There’s a 15% off code for Hyperlite Mountain Gear to snag a last-minute Christmas gift fo...

Episode Summary : In this episode of "Yeti Walks Into Basecamp" we are recording from our tent in the middle of the CO frozen backcountry ON the Colorado Trail. We recount Yeti's 3rd week hiking the CT during the summer, moose encounters, deadfalls, and discuss some gear. Get a special Hyperlite Mountain Gear PROMO code by listening or by clicking the link below. Topics : Colorado Trail, moose, de...

Episode Summary : In this episode of “Yeti Walks IntoBasecamp”, we give an update on what the heck is going on with Basecamp’s arm, cover Yeti’s 2nd week of the Colorado Trail (so much rain), review some LNT principles, discuss suffering versus enduring, and go into a deep discussion on trauma, coping, and setting goals for yourself. Topics : Colorado Trail, trauma, injury, coping, settinggoals, s...

Episode Summary : Big climbs and lady problems (in my 30's???!!!). Listen along as we recount my (Yeti Legs') first week on the Colorado Trail with sound bites included throughout for a little extra "something". It's a bit of a fun ride and we'd love to know what you think about those inserted trail sound bites. // For photos and more, check out our Instagram @theginger_and_thejoy⁠ // Topics : Col...

Episode Summary : We are finally getting back onthe grind after being sick and catching up on work. Wesley (Yeti) is starting the Colorado Trail 7/22, which we will of course have episodes on, but still continuing the long journey of our 2022 PCT hike as well. Listen on and enjoy the randomness that is this episode.   Chapter 6: Week 4: “Decades and A Big Bear” / Days 22-28: 3/27-4/2/22 / Total Tr...

Episode Summary : We've BOTH been sick for several weeks on and off, so behind on our recordings. In this episode we cover the rest of our Week 3 on the PCT in 2022 from Cabazon to somewhere in the San Gorgonio Wilderness. We introduce Achilles and Anna, Decades, cover our stay at the Whitewater Preserve, and Basecamp goes into some detail on my trail poops and habits. Week 3 :/ Days 15-21: 3/20-3...

Episode Summary : In this episode Basecamp is sick! We cover our third week on the PCT from Idyllwild, CA, through the San Jacintos to somewhere in the San Gorgonio Wilderness. We introduce yet another new category, "What are you drinking?", discuss the weather conditions in San Jac while we were hiking through, the importance of safety equipment in the snow, what water filter and bladder we used...

Episode Summary : In this episode of Yeti Walks Into Basecamp we cover a lengthy question of the day that involves a lot of personal unpacking for us as we detail our experiences with life off trail. We then interview two of the unsung heroes from our PCT 2022 hike, Michelle Nagle and Amber Gee. Michelle and Amber ran our social media accounts and assisted with shipments of resupply boxes/gear, re...

Episode Summary : In this episode we cover our second week on the PCT from Julian, CA to Idyllwild, CA. We introduce our new "Question of the Day" category, extreme heat in the desert near Mike's Place, go over how we both got our trail names, and discuss a special hitch (and our first) into Idyllwild. Week 2:/ Days 8-14: 3/13-3/19/22/ Total Trail Miles: 74.70/ Total GPS Recorded Miles: 76.60/ Cum...

Episode Summary : In this episode, join us as we do a deep dive into our first full week on the PCT in 2022, starting with day 2. We detail the unique events that riddled our first week on trail, introduce several hikers that play an impactful role for our hike, and explain a few of the trail names given in that first week (including Marie's trail name, "Basecamp"). We'd also love your feedback in...

Episode Summary : Join us for our second “Fireside Chats” episode where we interview April Stange (ROY G BIV) and her dad, Kurt (6 pack). April started the PCT in 2022 the same day as we did and did so with her dad. While he left trail around Warner Springs, he rejoined in Washington for a short stretch. Listen in to this 1hr45min episode of ROY G’s journey through the Pacific Crest Trail.   Topic...

We hope you enjoy this one as much as we did. Filled with lots of laughters and stories of the trail, we had the pleasure of interviewing our friend Deuces!  If you want to follow Deuces on Social Media please click the links below.  Instagram:  ⁠https://instagram.com/nathanv221?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=⁠ Youtube:  ⁠https://youtube.com/@nathanv221⁠ The Ankle Braces he recommended are here:  ⁠Ankle Brace...

We hope you enjoy this one as much as we did. Filled with lots of laughters and stories of the trail, we had the pleasure of interviewing our friend Deuces! If you want to follow Deuces on Social Media please click the links below. Instagram: https://instagram.com/nathanv221?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Youtube: https://youtube.com/@nathanv221 The Ankle Braces he recommended are here: Ankle Brace This podc...

We continue our conversation about the challenges of our PCT thru-hike with the social and Intrapersonal aspects. How we relate to it and each other. Strap in your hiking shoes because this one is a roller coster. We hope you enjoy!  Following a two-part article written by Yeti Legs titled, “Uphill Battles: Mental and Emotional Challenges of a PCT Thru-Hiker”, this podcast reviews those articles a...

Q&A Session #1 We received several questions from one of our Instagram followers, tahoe_dynamite. Thanks for your questions, tahoe! This shorter episode answers those questions and gives our best advice for hikers to come and hikers already out there. Topics: PCT books, supplements, protein powder, and resupply locations on trail. Questions asked: 1 // Books to read…did you read all the hiking...

As PCT and other long-distance hikers begin their 2023 ventures, we wanted to dedicate this podcast to them and the experiences they will have on their trail. Following a two-part article written by Yeti Legs titled, “Uphill Battles: Mental and Emotional Challenges of a PCT Thru-Hiker”, this podcast reviews those articles as we give personal experiences we had throughout our PCT hike in 2022. To r...

Take a hike with us as we discuss our gear load out for the beginning of The Pacific Crest Trail, the days leading up to our Day 1 start, and our FIRST day on the PCT. We hope you enjoy!  Topics: Gear, Mental prep, and Starting. Created and hosted by Yeti Legs and Basecamp (aka Wesley and Marie Black) Intro track created by Ryan Gee Outro track created by Bradley Black Instagram: @theginger_and_th...

Summary: Howdy! Take a walk with us as we give you a brief run-down of who we are and how we met in this revised first episode (we had to revise this one and change the music out). We then discuss what our prep was like before starting the Pacific Crest Trail. We talk about our budget, permits, resupply, and how we got to the start. We hope you enjoy!!! Topics: Gear prep and shakedown, Us, Permits...