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…
On this week’s episode, Bob and co-host Kevin talk about the rapidly changing and variable spring weather in Colorado; getting ready for summer hiking; big changes for Hanging Lake hiking; bears coming out of hibernation; is La Plata Peak the best hike in Colorado? Also, are there more mountain lions than in the past? And,…
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…
Bob talks with Colorado Parks and Wildlife District Wildlife Manager (Game warden…) Corey Adler. We discuss what he does, how he got here, what he did before getting here. Do you need to worry about bears and mountain lions while out hiking or camping? Find the answers in this podcast. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website
Bob talks with Britt Haley from the Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department about the Trails and Open Spaces program she manages. What is it, what is it for, what is its history, and more. Links: Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website
On this week’s show, Bob and Kevin discuss the 100th anniversary of Grand Canyon National Park, the upcoming 50th anniversary of Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, a new national park in Indiana, and much more. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram
On this week’s podcast we discuss an update on the recent mountain lion attack and why you shouldn’t wear noise cancelling ear buds while hiking, putting together your own loop hike, an update on the progress of proposed rule changes in El Paso County Parks, and another giveaway! Mountain Lion attack survivor video Hiking Bob…
On this week’s episode: Bob and Kevin discuss a recent mountain lion attack, videoing hikes, recent hikes, current winter recreation conditions, skin cancer and prevention Links for this podcast: Skin Cancer report Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram
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
Bob and co-host Kevin talk about what they accomplished during 2018 and what they plan to do in 2019 and what resolutions they made for the coming year. Also, some discussion about the affects of the government shut down on National Parks and a reminder about new fees at Colorado State Parks.
Bob talks with Rocky Mountain Field Institute’s executive director Jennifer Peterson about the history, accomplishments and future goals and plans of the organization.
Bob talks with Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) Executive Director Chris Castilian about the history of GOCO and how it contributes to outdoor recreation in Colorado.
Bob and co-host Kevin talk a little bit more about Kevin’s 45 mile hike; other podcasts they listen to; what the “Motorless Morning” in the Garden of the Gods was like; getting ready for hiking in winter weather.