304 Snowpocalypse 2026

This episode is all about what to do when you're snowed in. Don't expect a ton of backpacking content here. You will, however, laugh and probably shake your head in confusion over the things that JK and Jeremiah say.Head over to Outdoor Vitals and join the OV 100 Mile Challenge: https://alnk.to/bPg5BoQ

Help us welcome Kevin Estela, a bushcraft and survival expert, who is an avid world traveler and martial arts instructor, to the podcast. Kevin has worked with the History Channel and been a featured guest on numerous broadcasts and podcasts. Want to really challenge yourself? Head over to Outdoor Vitals and join the OV 100 Mile Challenge! https://alnk.to/bPg5BoQ

Nature comes with one terrifying reality...predators. How should a backpacker protect their food, their camp, and themselves? How should we handle animal attacks properly? We'll also chat about being more responsible when parenting comes into play on our backpacking plans.Be sure to check out Outdoor Vitals and get your hands on some great gear: https://alnk.to/bPg5BoQ

Is the mullet an acceptable haircut? Should you trust the people on YouTube with your gear purchases? How safe is it to backpack at night in the rain? All of these questions and more are answered on this episode of the Backpacking Podcast.Be sure to check out Outdoor Vitals and get your hands on some great gear: https://alnk.to/bPg5BoQ

Join us as we celebrate 300 episodes of the Backpacking Podcast. We're talking everything from our favorite guests to our New Years Resolutions. Check out Outdoor Vitals and all the incredible gear they're making: https://alnk.to/bPg5BoQ

If you could have any backpacking gift for Christmas, what would it be? What would you turn your nose up to? We're talking all things Christmas, winter backpacking, and new years backpacking resolutions.Be sure to check out Outdoor Vitals: https://alnk.to/bPg5BoQ

Rates for international guests in our National Parks are rising. Students are getting punished with......hiking? Has the Arizona Trail lost access to its southern terminus? We've some serious hot button topics on this episode of the podcast.Be sure to check out Outdoor Vitals and get those last minute Christmas Gifts: https://alnk.to/bPg5BoQ

Jamie McCracken joins the podcast today and shares stories of his adventures all over the US, marathon training, and his lesser-known hobby of gardening. Check out Jamie on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@JamieMcCrackenBe sure to check out Outdoor Vitals and their massive sale going on now!: https://alnk.to/bPg5BoQ

What happens when Jeremiah decides to bring a burrito back to camp with him? What could the outcome possibly be? Let's just say there are explosive results!Be sure to check out Outdoor Vitals and their massive sale going on now!: https://alnk.to/bPg5BoQ

In this episode, Jeremiah and JK want to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. We're talking Black Friday shopping! What are some great gifts that you can get your favorite backpacker.....or maybe just yourself? Be sure to check out Outdoor Vitals and their massive sale going on now!: https://alnk.to/bPg5BoQ