Bob Falcone shares tips and news about outdoor recreation in the Pikes Peak region. Bob covers trails, clothing, equipment, volunteerism, tourism, politics, photography, destinations and preparedness. (new episode every Wednesday)

Fall colors update, winter camping, news about Fishers Peak, more

On this week’s podcast, Bob and co-host Kevin give a fall colors update; talk about winter camping;  Bob’s frustrations with GoPro and more. Websites mentioned in this show: PocketPals Trail Maps Fishers Peak State Park Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website  Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and website Listen on Google Podcasts, Spotify and Apple…

Care for Colorado, Fishers Peak, Wildfires, Paint Mines, Tip and Trail of the week and more

On this week’s podcast, Bob and Kevin talk about Colorado’s #CareForColorado campaign, Cheyenne Mountain State Parks Trail Ambassador program, and “Leave No Trace” and how they all tie together. They also discuss Fishers Peak State Park and it’s progress towards opening. They discuss wildfires and how they can effect your health while hiking and your decision on whether or not…

Colorado Springs Cultural Services Manager Matt Mayberry talks about Colorado Springs History

Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department’s Cultural Services Manager Matt Mayberry is the guest on this episode.  We discuss the origins of Colorado Springs, and General Palmers vision of what the city would become, including Palmer’s building wide boulevards and planning for large, green spaces, with many parks. We also discuss Colorado Spring’s…

Bob talks about needing SAR on a hike

On this week’s podcast, it’s just Bob as he talks about a situation on a recent hike that necessitated the need for a SAR team. Find out all the details on this podcast. Colorado Search and Rescue Fund Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website  Listen on Google Podcasts, Spotify and Apple…

Physical Therapist Alicia Filley with advice for mature hikers

Physical therapist and “Healthy Hiker” Alicia Filley returns, and gives tips on how the older hiker can stay healthy and remain active. Visit Alicia Filley’s website: Thehealthyhiker.com Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website  Listen on Google Podcasts, Spotify and Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Android

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: Hiking on Pikes Peak, Hankins Pass, Wildlife Encounters, More

Bob and co-host Kevin discuss hiking in the Lost Creek Wilderness, wildlife encounters, Barr Trail detour at the Pikes Peak summit, Tip and Trail of the week, and more. Visit our new sponsor American Back Country T-shirts, and use code BACKCOUNTRY10 for 10% off. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information. Links…

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: State Park campgrounds opening, which maps to use, Tip and Trail of the week

On this week’s podcast, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss the phased re-opening of campgrounds in Colorado State Parks, Kevin’s 14 mile hike around Rampart Reservoir, discuss which maps they use, and introduce a new feature, the Tip and Trail of the Week, and much more. Visit our new sponsor American Back Country T-shirts, and use code…

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: Desert Hiking, planning for summer, coping with COVID-19

On this week’s episode, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss a wide variety of topics, including hiking in 100 degree weather, whether we’re having a “normal” spring, hiking Bison Peak and Beaver Creek Wilderness Area. Also, hiking on Hankins Pass, and using COTREX and the US Forest Service on-line tools to determine trails are open or closed during COVID-19, planning for hiking during the…

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: Physical Therapist and Healthy Hiker Alicia Filley returns

On this week’s podcast, physical therapist Alicia Filley makes a return visit.  This week’s topic covers what people can do to stay active when they may not be able to go outdoors during the COVID-19 crisis, or anytime. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website  Alicia Filley on Facebook, Instagram and website…

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: Mental health counselor talks about mental health and COVID-19

On this week’s episode, Bob talks with Nora Cielo, a licensed professional counselor with over 35 years experience, and the director of Behavioral Health at the Mind Body Health Center in New Providence, New Jersey. Trained in counseling psychology and applied psycho physiology, she discusses the psychological affects of isolation brought on by social distancing…

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: Bob and Kevin Catch-up during COVID-19

Bob and Kevin are back on the podcast (remotely connected) and compare notes and catch up on how COVID-19 has been affecting them and outdoor recreation, and why Bob hasn’t been in Colorado for weeks (it’s only temporary). Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website  Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and website…

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: Colorado State Parks Eleven Mile State Park Manager Darcy Mount

This week on the podcast, Bob welcomes back Darcy Mount, from Colorado Parks and Wildlife. On her previous visit (episode #113), Darcy was the Senior Ranger at Cheyenne Mountain State Park. Since then, she had been promoted to Manager of Eleven Mile and adjacent Spinney Mountain State Parks.  The discussion centers around the new responsibilities…

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates Cory Sutela and Harry Hamill

Bob talks with Cory Sutela and Harry Hamill from local mountain biking group Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates. They discuss e-bikes on trails, their work with land managers and other outdoor recreation groups and their need for volunteers.  For more information about MWTA, you can listen to podcasts 16, 85 and 162. Also check out their…

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: Fox 21’s Lauren McDonald

On this week’s show, Bob chats with Lauren McDonald from Fox 21’s morning news show in Colorado Springs. She talks about her history in broadcasting, how she ended up in Colorado Springs, and how it met her expectations. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website   

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: E-bikes on trails? President’s day hikes, new websites

Bob and co-host Kevin discuss the use of e-bikes on trails and their concerns over users “hacking” the bikes; President’s Day hikes; winter is back and where to go snowshoeing; Bob’s new photography website. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website  Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and website

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: Colorado Parks and Wildlife’s Brett Ackerman

On this week’s podcast, Bob interviews Brett Ackerman, the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Southeast Regional Manager.  They discuss his background and history with CPW, his duties and responsibilities, his vision for the region, the challenges of managing state parks and also hunting and fishing, and a timeline for the opening of the newest state park.…

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: Waldo Canyon, Where’s the snow?, Which backpack, more

This week, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss the latest in the Waldo Canyon rebuilding, what kind of backpacks they use while hiking, ask “where is the snow?”, a special offer for new patrons, and more. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website  Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and website  

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: Bob’s trip to Yellowstone, recent park controversy

This week, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss Bob’s recent photography trip to Yellowstone National Park with National Geographic, Kevin’s recent hikes, and they examine the recent controversy surrounding Colorado Springs Parks.  Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website  Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and website

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: Pikes Peak Outdoor Recreation Alliance Exec.Director Becky Leinweber

Becky Leinweber, the Executive Director of the Pikes Peak Outdoor Recreation Alliance (PPORA) is Bob’s guest on this week’s episode. They discuss the mission of the PPORA, the unique partnerships it has helped develop, and the challenges facing outdoor recreation in both the Pikes Peak region and Colorado. Please consider becoming a patron of this…

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: Is a popular outdoor newsletter just negative click-bait?

On this week’s show, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss whether a popular outdoor recreation newsletter is “click-bait”?  Bob and Kevin focus on the positive about Colorado and ask why there is so much focus on the negative. Also, they discuss last years accomplishments and look forward to the new year, and upcoming events.  Please consider…

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: El Paso County Parks Director Tim Wolken

On this New Year’s Day episode, Bob talks with El Paso County (CO) Community Services Department Director Tim Wolken about the accomplishments of the county parks department in 2019 and what’s ahead in 2020.  It’s a lively discussion that covers a lot of ground. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information.…

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: Winter hiking, last minute gift ideas, First Day Hikes, more

On this week’s show, Bob and co-host Kevin talk about responsible winter hiking, last minute holiday gift ideas, “First Day” hikes, a record setting Grand Canyon hike, and more. This week’s podcast is sponsored by Victorinox, the creators of the Swiss Army Knife Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information. Hiking…

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: A conversation with Wild Connections

This week, Bob chats with Jim and John from the outdoors advocacy group Wild Connections. Part of the IndyGive! they discuss what the group does, it’s history, and why you should consider donating to them. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website       

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: Secret Gems, Thanksgiving, Baseball, IndyGive

Bob and co-host Kevin talk about “hidden gems”, parks or trails that fly under most people’s radar, or that are unmarked or unmapped. Also, #OptOutside and #FreshAirFriday, IndyGive, and is Colorado Springs going to lose professional baseball? Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website  Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and website

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: Manitou Incline Friends

Bob talks with Bill Beagle, president of the Incline Friends about a variety of topics surrounding the Manitou Incline, including trail development, crowd control, parking and traffic, etc. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website  Incline Friends website    

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: Winter arrives early, best places to snowshoe

On this week’s episode Bob and co-host Kevin talk about how early winter seems to have arrived in Colorado and their favorite local places to go snowshoeing. Also, the end of Daylight Saving Time, Veterans Day, new signage for TOPS open spaces and more. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information.…

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: Record numbers of people climbing 14er’s

This week, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss a report that shows that a record number of people climbed Colorado’s 14,000′ peaks in 2018. Also discussed are rescues made on Cheyenne Mountain, and steam engine 168 inaugural run after being rebuilt. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website  Wild…

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: Winter approaching, Great Smoky Mountains, more

On this week’s podcast, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss the approaching winter weather; Kevin’s recent trip to the Great Smoky Mountains and the Appalachian Trail; the challenges with hiking in  different terrain than Colorado’s; Bob’s book now for sale at REI; photo exhibit at Denver International Airport. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast!…

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: Elk in RMNP; Huron Peak; getting ready for cool weather, more

On this week’s show, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss Bob’s observations of how people behaved near elk in Rocky Mountain National Park; the lack of fall colors and when leaves should be changing; Kevin climbs Huron Peak; hiking preparedness during fall weather; National Public Lands Day, and a whole lot more. Please consider becoming a…

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: Fall colors, hiking during hunting season, more

On this week’s show, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss hiking in Colorado’s state parks and national forests, the advantages of checking multiple sources for trail information, fall colors, hunting during hiking season, and cyclists and helmets. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website  Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: Online reviews of national parks, Kevin visits RMNP, more

On this week’s show, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss negative on-line reviews of National Parks, and explore some possible reasons why people are dissatisfied. Also, Kevin’s recent first time visit to Rocky Mountain National Park, and more If you like this podcast, consider becoming a patron! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information.   Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website  Wild Westendorf…

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: Grand Tetons, CO Park Ranger assaulted, 44 hikers rescued

Bob and co-host Kevin talk about Kevin’s hikes in Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks and Bob’s hike in the Buffalo Peaks Wilderness. They also discuss an incident where a Colorado Park Ranger was assaulted, and an incident where a group of 44 hikers had to be rescued in the Arizona desert. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website …

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: Hanging Lake, Crowded trails, Aggressive bear and more

On this week’s show, Bob and Kevin discuss the new permit system for visitors to Hanging Lake, and what can be done to manage visitors to local parks and trails. Also, recent hikes, upcoming plans, and an update on an aggressive bear in Colorado Springs. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website  Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: Mandy Horvath talks about overcoming substance abuse, starting a new chapter

In an inspiring visit, Mandy Horvath, the “Life Proof Bionic Woman” stops back in to talk about overcoming not only her disability, but also substance abuse and PTSD.  She also talks about her plans to race up the Manitou Incline and Pikes Peak, and her charity work involving veterans and first responders. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website …

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: What happens when you get ill on a hike?

On this week’s podcast, Bob talks about his recent hiking road trips, and Kevin talks about how he dealt with getting sick on a recent hike. Also, upcoming free entry opportunities at Colorado State Parks in August. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website  Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram The Nomadik: https://www.thenomadik.com/hikingbob Enter promo code “Hikingbob” Enter to win a free The Nomadik…

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: Book author and hiker Heather “Anish” Anderson

Bob interviews Heather “Anish” Anderson, author of “Thirst – 2600 Miles to Home” about her hike on the Pacific Crest Trail that led to the writing of the book. Also, they discuss her other through hikes, including doing the Appalachian, Continental Divide and Pacific Crest trails in one calendar year. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website  Heather Anderson…

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: El Paso County Park Planner Ross Williams

  Bob talks with El Paso County (CO) Park Planner Ross Williams about land becomes a park, the difference between a park and an open space and how parks are developed. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website  The Nomadik: https://www.thenomadik.com/hikingbob Enter promo code “Hikingbob” Enter to win a free The Nomadik box:   https://win.thenomadik.com/hikingbob

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: Water safety, wildflowers, hikes, more

Bob and co-host Kevin talk about some recent hikes, water safety concerns due to the runoff from this winter’s large snowfall amounts, wildflowers are in bloom and more. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website  Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram The Nomadik: https://www.thenomadik.com/hikingbob Enter promo code “Hikingbob” Enter to win a free The Nomadik box:   https://win.thenomadik.com/hikingbob

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: Part 2 of “What’s in your pack?”

In this podcast, we continue with listener suggested topics, with co-host Kevin discussing what is in his pack, and also his choice of boots. Also, Bob and Kevin discuss a recent incident that resulted in the death of a hiker in Arizona. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram The Nomadik: https://www.thenomadik.com/hikingbob Enter promo code “Hikingbob” Enter to…

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: Catching up after spring break, desert hiking, whats coming

On this week’s episode, Bob and Kevin catch up on hikes they did while Bob was away, and discuss the difference between hiking in Colorado’s mountains vs Arizona’s deserts. They also discuss thier plans for the coming spring and summer, including “road trip” hikes. Some places discussed include Mesa Verde National Park, Mancos State Park, Black Canyon…

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument

This week, Bob talks with Jeff Wolin, the Lead Interpretive Ranger at Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument. The closest National Park Service site to Colorado Springs, it celebrates it’s 50th anniversary in 2019. They discuss the history of the site, it’s unique features, education and recreation opportunities and planned events to celebrate it’s anniversary. Florissant…

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: Who survives?

On this week’s episode, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss snowshoeing conditions in Colorado, tracking your hikes on Google Earth, and what determines who survives or doesn’t survive a bad situation. Also, a FREE give-away! Links for this episode:  Pocket Pals Trail maps Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram

Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: World traveling hiker and blogger Cass D’Alessandro

Bob met with Cass D’Alessandro, who travels around the world hiking, touring and blogging, while she was in Colorado Springs recently. The lively conversation covers where Cass has been, where she is going and why the Toronto native feels at home in Colorado Springs. Check out her website at Lovinglifewithcass.com, and follow her on Instagram (@CassRose),…