Yeti Walks Into Basecamp

Episode Summary: In this episode of “Yeti Walks Into Basecamp” we finish the second half of our interview with Pierre “Build-a-Bear” Paladin about hiker hacks. We dive much deeper into the hacks here, about the best part of any trail you hike, and throw some rapid-fire questions his way where we discover he’s been pink blazed…and a possible marriage proposal on the AT? We then wrap with a pretty solid list of some of our favorite hiker hacks along with a nice handful pulled from the interwebs. Buckle up, sit down, put your job on hold, and listen in.   Topics: Hiking hacks, hacks, mountain goats, moose, pink blazing   The Scoop: Want to hear all of our episodes, including the Bonus episodes (B1, B2…)? You can! Subscribe to the podcast at either Spotify, Apple, or Patreon.   Yeti Walks Into Basecamp Main Page   Build-a-Bear’s Social Media Instagram   DISCOUNT CODES: GALENA (20%): Link: Galena Mountain Projects | Leadville Code: WB20   ~~~~   Timestamps and Questions: 0:00:00 – Intro by The Fire Once Lost 0:00:24 – Beginning of episode 0:04:53 – Resume interview with Builda- Did you or are you creating any small helpful trinkets? 0:09:55 – What creative hacks do you have for hikers? 0:13:04 – Have you removed or shaved pieces of your gear? 0:21:15 – Do you carry a sewing kit and Duck/duct tape? 0:23:12 – You stated “Hiking is overrated” on the PCT. Still true? 0:28:51 – Ever since you hiked the PCT in ’22, how has your life changed? 0:40:57 –  Do you have any advice for new hikers? 0:44:30 – Rapid-fire questions 1:06:57 – End of interview with Build / start of more hacks 1:22:03 – Final thoughts and closing     Created, hosted, produced, and edited by Yeti Legs and Basecamp (aka Wesley and Marie Black)   Intro and Outro track is Appalachian trail by “The Fire Once Lost”, an American/Bluegrass artist from Denmark. Check out the album, and their IG page.   Yeti Legs’ and Basecamp’s Socials: Podcast IG: @yetiwalksintobasecamp Our Instagram: @theginger_and_thejoy Our Patreon: Yeti Walks Into Basecamp Patreon Linktree: @thegingerandthejoy YouTube: @wesleyandmarieblack6595 Facebook: @wesley.a.black.3 Trek Blog: Wesley Black

Episode Summary: In this episode of “Yeti Walks Into Basecamp” we talk with Pierre “Build-a-Bear” Paladin about hiker hacks. This is Part 1 of a 2-part episode. We don’t dive DEEP into the hacks here but do discuss the gear that Builda has made, what’s been the most difficult, and discuss sleeping bag science for those of you who need some fixes or suggestions to prevent the infamous sleeping bag condensation problem. Listen in and get to know Builda a bit before we deep dive into the more hacks in Part 2.   Topics: Hiking hacks, hacks, sleeping bags, running, making your own gear   The Scoop: Want to hear all of our episodes, including the Bonus episodes (B1, B2…)? You can! Subscribe to the podcast at either Spotify, Apple, or Patreon.   Yeti Walks Into Basecamp Main Page   Build-a-Bear’s Social Media Instagram   DISCOUNT CODES: MayFly Ultralight Equipment 20% Discount Code: Yeti20 ~~~~   Timestamps and Questions: 0:00:00 – Intro by The Fire Once Lost 0:00:22 – Beginning of episode 0:02:14 – The drink of the choice 0:03:57 – Pierre “Build-a-Bear” Paladin introduction 0:11:31 – Cotton World Updates 0:20:17 – So, other than the PCT, AT, and TA, what other trails have you hiked? 0:41:00 – What’s the most difficult piece of gear you’ve made? 0:57:37 – End of first part of interview       Created, hosted, produced, and edited by Yeti Legs and Basecamp (aka Wesley and Marie Black)   Intro and Outro track is Appalachian trail by “The Fire Once Lost”, an American/Bluegrass artist from Denmark. Check out the album, and their IG page.   Yeti Legs’ and Basecamp’s Socials: Podcast IG: @yetiwalksintobasecamp Our Instagram: @theginger_and_thejoy Our Patreon: Yeti Walks Into Basecamp Patreon Linktree: @thegingerandthejoy YouTube: @wesleyandmarieblack6595 Facebook: @wesley.a.black.3 Trek Blog: Wesley Black

Episode Summary: In this episode of “Yeti Walks Into Basecamp” we talk about all things poop. Wanna know why you’re supposed to poop AND pee (yes, pee) 200’ from water? We talk about it. What about doggo poops? We talk about that too and get a bit into some science. This is only the informative half of our B1: Concerning Trail Poops episode because we thought folks should know. If you want the second and fun half, you’ll have to subscribe! “Are you not entertained?!”   Topics: Poop, pee, leave no trace, cat holes, trowels, farm to summit, nick’s sticks   The Scoop: Want to hear all of our episodes, including the Bonus episodes (B1, B2…)? You can! Subscribe to the podcast at either Spotify, Apple, or Patreon.   Yeti Walks Into Basecamp Main Page   DISCOUNT CODES: Link: Farm To Summit Dehydrated Meals 20% off Code: FEEDTHEYETI20 ~~~~ Nick’s Sticks: 10% off code: use THIS LINK and then then code: NS10 ~~~~   Timestamps and Questions: 0:00:00 – Intro by The Fire Once Lost 0:00:27 – Beginning of episode 0:09:05 – Pee/Poop information 0:15:17 – Peeing 0:23:50 – Pooping 0:28:06 – Farm to Summit Plug and code 0:30:20 – Back to episode 0:39:42 – Dog poop 0:44:07 – Nick’s Stick Plug and code 0:46:28 – Back to episode 0:55:35 – Closing thoughts 0:58:01 – Upcoming content 1:04:02 – End of episode     Created, hosted, produced, and edited by Yeti Legs and Basecamp (aka Wesley and Marie Black)   Intro and Outro track is Appalachian trail by “The Fire Once Lost”, an American/Bluegrass artist from Denmark. Check out the album, and their IG page.   Yeti Legs’ and Basecamp’s Socials: Podcast IG: @yetiwalksintobasecamp Our Instagram: @theginger_and_thejoy Our Patreon: Yeti Walks Into Basecamp Patreon Linktree: @thegingerandthejoy YouTube: @wesleyandmarieblack6595 Facebook: @wesley.a.black.3 Trek Blog: Wesley Black

Episode Summary: In this episode of “Yeti Walks Into Basecamp” we take some time with Rebecca “Gandalf” Booroojian from CNOC and discuss the thru-hiking legend, the Vecto, but also something less well-known, the Vessica. We get into some science about plastics, what conventional water bottles may have in them, and what you need to be mindful of. We wrap up the episode with some of the gear we use, and some water filter testimonies from hiker friends we met on the PCT. Oh, and DISCOUNT CODES!   Topics: Water, water filtration, water bladders, water sources, plastics, eco-friendly   The Scoop: Want to hear all of our episodes, including the Bonus episodes (B1, B2…)? You can! Subscribe to the podcast at either Spotify, or Patreon. Sorry Apple users, but we don’t have a subscription for you on Apple Podcasts…YET! Also, don’t forget to check out the video version of our episodes on YouTube! They are usually uploaded about a day after the podcast.   Yeti Walks Into Basecamp Main Page   Rebecca “Gandalf” Booroojian and CNOC/Diorite: Rebecca’s Instagram CNOC Outdoors Instagram Diorite Gear Instagram CNOC Blog: Nanoplastics, microplastics, leaching in backpacking gear: Cnoc's place in it all   DISCOUNT CODES: CNOC (15%): ~~USE LINK AND THEN CODE Link + Code: YETIWALKSINTOBASECAMP ~~~~ DIORITE (15%): ~~USE LINK AND THEN CODE Link + Code: YETIWALKSINTOBASECAMP ~~~~     Additional Stuff: Skyline-to-the-sea Trail: Skyline-to-the-Sea Trail: Saratoga Gap Route, California - 290 Reviews, Map | AllTrails       Timestamps and Questions: 0:00:00 – Intro by The Fire Once Lost 0:00:24 – Beginning of episode 0:02:26 – Interview with Rebecca “Gandalf” Booroojian 0:11:48 – Explaining CNOC and Diorite 0:17:39 – What CNOC/Diorite products do you recommend for thru-hikers/backpackers? 0:25:16 – Mind talking a bit about Vessica’s versus Smartwater bottles? 0:26:45 – Plastic health and safety 0:39:08 – What CNOC gear do you use in your backpacking loadout? 0:41:44 – What impacts or contributions (including humanitarian programs) is CNOC working on? 0:46:33 – How did you get the trail name “Gandalf”? 0:51:56 – End of interview 0:55:51 – Some of the water gear we use 0:58:02 – Fellow hiker water filter testimonies: Magnet 1:00:33 – Fellow hiker water filter testimonies: Cuppa 1:03:32 – Fellow hiker water filter testimonies: Deuces 1:04:17 – Final thoughts 1:06:09 – End of episode     Created, hosted, produced, and edited by Yeti Legs and Basecamp (aka Wesley and Marie Black)   Intro and Outro track is Appalachian trail by “The Fire Once Lost”, an American/Bluegrass artist from Denmark. Check out the album, and their IG page.   Yeti Legs’ and Basecamp’s Socials: Podcast IG: @yetiwalksintobasecamp Our Instagram: @theginger_and_thejoy Our Patreon: Yeti Walks Into Basecamp Patreon Linktree: @thegingerandthejoy YouTube: @wesleyandmarieblack6595 Facebook: @wesley.a.black.3 Trek Blog: Wesley Black

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 the renowned Sawyer Squeeze that, what, like 85% of hikers use on long trails. And, there may even be a D&D D20 involved. If you know, you know. It’s a great conversation with a LOT of sage advice, so give it a go wherever you listen to podcasts.   Topics: Water, water filtration, water bladders, water sources, bug spray, eco-friendly, gear treatment   The Scoop: Want to hear all of our episodes, including the Bonus episodes (B1, B2…)? You can! Subscribe to the podcast at either Spotify, or Patreon. Sorry Apple users, but we don’t have a subscription for you on Apple Podcasts just yet! Also, don’t forget to check out the video version of our episodes on YouTube! They are usually uploaded about a day after the podcast.   Yeti Walks Into Basecamp Main Page   Katie “Oats” and Sawyer: Oats’ Instagram Oat’s Website Sawyer’s Instagram Sawyer’s Website   DISCOUNT CODES: CNOC (15%): ~~USE LINK AND THEN CODE Link: https://alnk.to/60ZxVEC Code: YETIWALKSINTOBASECAMP ~~~~ DIORITE (15%): ~~USE LINK AND THEN CODE Link: https://alnk.to/8tO9JVW Code: YETIWALKSINTOBASECAMP ~~~~ NICK’S STICKS (10%): ~~USE LINK AND THEN CODE Link: https://alnk.to/1C6BpeN Code: NS10 ~~~~ Link: Ultimate Direction: 25% off Code: YETIPODCAST25 ~~~~ Link: Galena Mountain Project 20% off Code: WB20 ~~~~ Link: Farm To Summit Dehydrated Meals 20% off Code: FEEDTHEYETI20 ~~~~ HILLSOUND (15%): Link: https://hillsound.com/THEGINGER_AND_THEJOY Code: THEGINGER_AND_THEJOY       Timestamps and Questions: 0:00:00 – Intro by The Fire Once Lost 0:00:24 – Beginning of episode 0:04:28 – Drink of the choice 0:07:05 – Cotton world updates 0:23:08 – Interview w/ Katie “Oats” Houston 0:40:06 – Which Sawyer products are in your hiking loadout? 0:40:46 – Permethrin, Picaridin, ticks, and mosquitos 0:53:23 – Sawyer water bladders 1:02:15 – How to fill a bladder with low flow 1:04:37 – Filter care, backwashing and freezing temps 1:15:21 – What impacts or humanitarian programs is Sawyer involved with? 1:18:56 – Is there anything else you wanted to mention? 1:25:26 – End if Katie interview 1:25:55 – What do we use for water filtering/treatment on trail? 1:33:36 – Basecamp’s Game of Thrones rant 1:44:05 – End of episode     Created, hosted, produced, and edited by Yeti Legs and Basecamp (aka Wesley and Marie Black)   Intro and Outro track is Appalachian trail by “The Fire Once Lost”, an American/Bluegrass artist from Denmark. Check out the album, and their IG page.   Yeti Legs’ and Basecamp’s Socials: Podcast IG: @yetiwalksintobasecamp Our Instagram: @theginger_and_thejoy Our Patreon: Yeti Walks Into Basecamp Patreon Linktree: @thegingerandthejoy YouTube: @wesleyandmarieblack6595 Facebook: @wesley.a.black.3 Trek Blog: Wesley Black

Episode Summary: In this episode of “Yeti Walks Into Basecamp” 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 of the day (QotD) about tent pitching etiquette (and just how close is too close) and some kind words from a listener.   Topics: Pacific Crest Trail, PCT, camping and pitching etiquette, microdosing, and hope following a breakup.   Megan Dietrich’s Links: Coaching Website: https://www.megdietrich.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megs.dietrich/ Discount Codes: // Ultimate Direction 25% Discount Code: Code: YETIPODCAST25   Timestamps and Questions: 0:00:00 – Intro by The Fire Once Lost 0:00:24 – Beginning of episode 0:00:47 – Guest Introduction – Megan Dietrich 0:04:14 – The drink of the choice- mushrooms and OJ? 0:04:44 – Our intentions for the microdose 0:10:33 – Cotton world “updates”? Downloads 0:21:27 – Meat of the episode, the PCT Week 5 0:24:27 – PCT Week 5 / Day 29 0:30:01 – Q: Your food preference changed a lot on trail. How has that been seen in your post trail life? 0:31:52 – Q: You mentioned Dan living life to the fullest and the trail invites freedom. Has that freedom overflowed into your normal life? 0:43:23 – PCT Week 5 / Day 30 0:56:35 – PCT Week 5 / Day 31 (Wrightwood) 0:59:12 – PCT Week 5 / Day 32 (Wrightwood) 1:00:24 – Q: Did you ever pay for a cab or anything like that? 1:01:52 – Q: Coming off trail and being overstimulated must have been overwhelming. What was that transition like? Have you gotten used to it? 1:10:04 – PCT Week 5 / Day 33 1:10:56 – Q: Did you follow bootpacks or create your own? 1:15:47 – Q: How did the trail teach you and strengthen you? What about your trust in yourself? 1:21:20 – PCT Week 5 / Day 34 1:31:06 – Q: Is this a situation of the Trail providing or a trail angel? 1:31:41 – Q: How have you seen trail magic or the trail providing concepts in your daily thinking? 1:39:48 – Q: Question on night hiking- are there people night hiking through the night? More dangers with hiking at night? 1:42:40 – PCT Week 5 / Day 35 1:53:42 – Q: Can I ask about delusion on trail? When you’re delusional, what does it look and feel like? 2:03:54 – QotD: What are the rules for pitching your tent close to others? 2:08:17 – Kind words from a listener, and feedback! 2:13:02 – A few things coming down the pipeline. 2:13:57 – Shout to The Fire Once Lost and outro. 2:14:24 – End of episode.       Created, hosted, produced, and edited by Yeti Legs and Basecamp (aka Wesley and Marie Black)   Intro and Outro track is Appalachian trail by “The Fire Once Lost”, an American/Bluegrass artist from Denmark. Check out the album, and their IG page.   Yeti Legs’ and Basecamp’s Socials: Podcast IG: @yetiwalksintobasecamp Our Patreon: Yeti Walks Into Basecamp Patreon Instagram: @theginger_and_thejoy YouTube: @wesleyandmarieblack6595 TikTok: @theginger_and_thejoy Facebook: @wesley.a.black.3 Trek Blog: Wesley Black Linktree: @thegingerandthejoy

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 worst foods // Instagram: Yeti Walks Into Basecamp Link: @yetiwalksintobasecamp // Our YouTube: Link: @wesleyandmarieblack6595⁠ // Our Patreon: Link: Yeti Walks Into Basecamp Patreon   Discount Codes: // Ultimate Direction 25% Discount Code: Code: YETIPODCAST25   Additional Links: AllTrails Link: Turquoise Lake Loop, Leadville, CO YWIB Podcast E8: Fireside Chats / April “ROY G BIV” Stange   Timestamps and Questions: 0:00:00 – Intro music by The Fire Once Lost 0:00:24 – Start of episode 0:05:46 – Drink of the Choice 0:13:27 – Top 3 favorite meals on trail 0:24:10 – Mention of ROY G BIV and her episode with us 0:32:42 – Favorite ingredient and least favorite meal 0:35:30 – Our favorite town foods 0:40:50 – QotD: When was the first time you felt free on the PCT? 0:51:40 – End of episode   Created, hosted, produced, and edited by Yeti Legs and Basecamp (aka Wesley and Marie Black)   In track is called Appalachian trail by “The Fire Once Lost”, an American/Bluegrass artist from Denmark. Check out the ⁠album⁠, and their ⁠Instagram page⁠ or Facebook page.   Yeti Legs’ and Basecamp’s Socials: Instagram: ⁠@theginger_and_thejoy⁠ TikTok: ⁠@theginger_and_thejoy⁠ YouTube: ⁠@wesleyandmarieblack6595⁠ Facebook: ⁠@wesley.a.black.3⁠ Trek Blog: ⁠WesleyBlack⁠ Linktree: ⁠@thegingerandthejoy

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 like you watch your podcast- and I know the video quality is bad, but the next episode will be far better), and we will also be including more guests to listen in and ask questions, just because it adds a bit more spice. On today’s episode, we feature a returning guest, Michelle Nagle, from our E11: Fireside Chats / Unsung Heroes. Give them both a listen and let us know what you think! Topics: Researching a trail before you go, Granite Gear packs, canyoneering, getting in over your head, Colorado   // Our YouTube: Link: @wesleyandmarieblack6595⁠ // Our Patreon: Link: Yeti Walks Into Basecamp Patreon   Discount Codes: // Granite Gear 20% Discount Code (good from 2.5-2.16.24): Code: YETI20 // Ultimate Direction 25% Discount Code: Code: YETIPODCAST25   Additional Links: AllTrails Link: The Big Dominguez and Little Dominguez Loop Trail Website: Granite Gear CT Gear Loadout Episode: Apple Podcast: Episode Link Spotify Podcast: Episode Link   Timestamps and Questions: 0:00:00 – Intro music by The Fire Once Lost 0:00:13 – Start of episode 0:00:45 – Introducing our guest, Michelle Nagle 0:03:33 – Drink of the choice 0:04:51 – Cotton world downloads 0:09:46 – The Big Dominguez and Little Dominguez Loop Trail 0:46:11 – Talking a bit on Granite Gear packs 0:48:35 – Resume Dominguez Loop Trail 0:57:20 – Spam (the food) 0:59:57 – Question of the Day: What is your next big hike, together? 1:09:13 – Wrap up   Created, hosted, produced, and edited by Yeti Legs and Basecamp (aka Wesley and Marie Black)   Intro and Outro track is called Appalachian trail by “The Fire Once Lost”, an American/Bluegrass artist from Denmark. Check out the ⁠album⁠, and their ⁠Instagram page⁠ or Facebook page.   Yeti Legs’ and Basecamp’s Socials: Instagram: ⁠@theginger_and_thejoy⁠ TikTok: ⁠@theginger_and_thejoy⁠ YouTube: ⁠@wesleyandmarieblack6595⁠ Facebook: ⁠@wesley.a.black.3⁠ Trek Blog: ⁠WesleyBlack⁠ Linktree: ⁠@thegingerandthejoy

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 give a hearty welcome to all of those joining us, give a brief rundown of 14er basics, how you can tackle your first 14er, and what gear/equipment you should plan on bring based on the season. Topics: 14ers, prep for a 14er, 14er classes 1-5   Patreon: // Our Patreon: Link: Yeti Walks Into Basecamp Patreon   Discount Codes: // Ultimate Direction 25% Discount Code: Code: YETIPODCAST25   Additional Links: Colorado14ers by Class: 14ers.com Class Ratings 1-5: 14ers.com   Timestamps and Questions: 0:00:00 – Intro music by The Fire Once Lost 0:00:13 – Greeting 0:02:44 – Beginning of episode 0:03:49 – What is a fourteener (14er)? 0:05:55 – 14er classes 1-5 0:09:11 – Safety disclaimer 0:09:27 – Adjusting to elevation 0:12:40 – Weather above treeline (alpine) 0:13:32 – Gain and temperature golden rule 0:14:26 – What to take on a 14er in the summer 0:20:14 – What to take on a 14er in the winter 0:26:44 – Outro     Created, hosted, produced, and edited by Yeti Legs and Basecamp (aka Wesley and Marie Black)   Intro and Outro track is called Appalachian trail by “The Fire Once Lost”, an American/Bluegrass artist from Denmark. Check out the ⁠album⁠, and their ⁠Instagram page⁠ or Facebook page.   Yeti Legs’ and Basecamp’s Socials: Instagram: ⁠@theginger_and_thejoy⁠ TikTok: ⁠@theginger_and_thejoy⁠ YouTube: ⁠@wesleyandmarieblack6595⁠ Facebook: ⁠@wesley.a.black.3⁠ Trek Blog: ⁠WesleyBlack⁠ Linktree: ⁠@thegingerandthejoy

Episode Summary: In this episode of "Yeti Walks Into Basecamp" we cover Yeti 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/or thru-hiker, some pros and cons of some of the gear, and briefly discuss our new Patreon account! Each contribution to our Patreon keeps the podcast going! Topics: Gear, shelter system, cook system, water filtration system, backpack, sleep system, clothing, outer layers, electronics, and more. ~Patreon and Blog Articles~ // Our Patreon: Link: Yeti Walks Into Basecamp Patreon // Our blog on The Trek: Link: Tossing a Trashy Attitude // Blog for Sawyer: Link: A Thru-Hiker’s Ode to Water ~Discount Codes~ // Ultimate Direction 25% Discount Code: CODE: YETIPODCAST25 ~Some Generic Brands Discussed~ Link: Galena Mountain Project Link: Ultimate Direction Link: Opinel Link: Wrightsocks ~Additional Links~ Forest Service: Be Bear Aware National Parks Service: Be Bear Aware GearJunkie: How to do a bear hang   Created, hosted, produced, and edited by Yeti Legs and Basecamp (aka Wesley and Marie Black)   Intro and Outro track is called Appalachian trail by “The Fire Once Lost”, an American/Bluegrass artist from Denmark. Check out the ⁠album⁠, and their ⁠Instagram page⁠ or Facebook page.   Yeti Legs’ and Basecamp’s Socials: Instagram: ⁠@theginger_and_thejoy⁠ TikTok: ⁠@theginger_and_thejoy⁠ YouTube: ⁠@wesleyandmarieblack6595⁠ Facebook: ⁠@wesley.a.black.3⁠ Trek Blog: ⁠WesleyBlack⁠ Linktree: ⁠@thegingerandthejoy

Episode Summary: In this EXTENDED episode of “Yeti Walks 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 for a hiker you love! We are also HAPPY to present our new Intro and Outro from a phenomenal artist “The Fire Once Lost”. You can find their album and socials below!   Hyperlite Mountain Gear 15% Discount Code and link: Link: ⁠https://www.hyperlitemountaingear.com/discount/WESLEY69903⁠ Code: WESLEY69903   Topics: Colorado Trail to Durango, a sheep zombie horde?, mountain bikers, elk and cougar calls, American pika, Yellow-bellied marmot, rain at alpine, CT finish.   Timestamps and Questions: 0:00:25 – Introduction 0:03:57 – Beginning of episode 0:05:03 – Drink of the choice 0:10:54 – Cotton world downloads 0:19:57 – CT Day 18 / Jukebox, Nemo, and Snow Mesa 0:45:59 – CT Day 19 / Lake City, CO and enter the Big 30 0:46:35 – Hyperlite Mountain Gear 15% discount code 0:58:40 – Sheep zombie horde 1:04:24 – CT Day 20 / High Point and rain (lots of it) 1:24:41 – CT Day 21 / Pika, marmots, leaving the Big 30, and Molas Campground 1:55:16 – CT Day 22 / Leaving Molas, a trail totem, and cougar at Celebration Lake 2:25:02 – CT Day 23 / Jerk mountain bikers at Blackhawk, MTB race, and Taylor Lake 2:42:53 – CT Day 24 / Final day!, 3 bears, and a cowbell finish 2:58:49 – Questions of the day 3:19:06 – Outro   Created, hosted, produced, and edited by Yeti Legs and Basecamp (aka Wesley and Marie Black)   Intro and Outro track is Appalachian trail by “The Fire Once Lost”, an American/Bluegrass artist from Denmark. Check out the album, and their IG page.   Yeti Legs’ and Basecamp’s Socials: Instagram: @theginger_and_thejoy YouTube: @wesleyandmarieblack6595 TikTok: @theginger_and_thejoy Facebook: @wesley.a.black.3 Trek Blog: WesleyBlack Linktree: @thegingerandthejoy

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, deadfalls, Hyperlite Mountain Gear Hyperlite Mountain Gear 15% Discount Code and link: Links: https://www.hyperlitemountaingear.com/discount/WESLEY69903 Code: WESLEY69903 Created and hosted by Yeti Legs and Basecamp (aka Wesley and Marie Black)   Intro track created by Ryan Gee   Instagram: @theginger_and_thejoy YouTube: @wesleyandmarieblack6595 TikTok: @theginger_and_thejoy Facebook: @wesley.a.black.3 Trek Blog: WesleyBlack Linktree: @thegingerandthejoy

Episode Summary: In this episode of “Yeti Walks Into Basecamp”, 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, setting goals, suffering versus enduring, LNT, Leave no Trace, Bigfoot Links: Leave no Trace – United States National Park Service Leave no Trace - REI Backpacking 101 –Backpacker.com   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   The Socials: Instagram: @theginger_and_thejoy YouTube: @wesleyandmarieblack6595 TikTok: @theginger_and_thejoy Facebook: @wesley.a.black.3 Trek Blog: WesleyBlack Linktree: @thegingerandthejoy

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: Colorado Trail 2023, human connections, hardest climb on trail, and lady problems! 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  BE SURE TO LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE! Instagram: @theginger_and_thejoy YouTube: @wesleyandmarieblack6595 TikTok: @theginger_and_thejoy Facebook: @wesley.a.black.3 Trek Blog: WesleyBlack Linktree: @thegingerandthejoy

Episode Summary: We are finally getting back on the 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 Trail Miles: 91.50 / Total GPS Recorded Miles: 92.79 / Cumulative Trail Miles: 323.60 / From: San Gorgonio Wilderness to Silverwood Lake /   Question of the Day: Wesley, are you excited to start the Colorado Trail?   Topics: Week 4, the Colorado Trail!, Decades and Dan introductions, Big Bear Lake, and Deep Creek Hot Springs   Links: Where some of Wesley's gear came from: Ultimate Direction   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   Our contact info and social media: Email: yetiwalksintobasecamp@gmail.com  Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@theginger_and_thejoy⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@wesleyandmarieblack6595⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@theginger_and_thejoy⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@wesley.a.black.3⁠⁠⁠⁠ Trek Blog: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Wesley Black⁠⁠⁠⁠ Linktree: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@thegingerandthejoy