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Exploring the Heart of the Shawnee: Hiking with Shawn

Exploring the Heart of the Shawnee: Hiking with Shawn

Update: 2025-10-21
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Host Martin welcomes Shawn Gossman, founder of Hiking with Shawn, a brand devoted to hiking, biking, and outdoor adventure across the Shawnee National Forest and Southern Illinois. What began as a fun personal project in 2016 has evolved into a thriving platform that inspires thousands to explore responsibly, appreciate nature, and support local outdoor spaces. Through YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and X, Shawn brings the beauty of Southern Illinois to life, one trail, one story, and one adventure at a time.

Be sure to follow Shawn’s adventures and discover the trails of Southern Illinois by subscribing to his YouTube channel at youtube.com/@hikingwithshawn, following him on Instagram at instagram.com/hikingwithshawn, and visiting his website at hikingwithshawn.com. Watch, explore, and get inspired to hit the trail.

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Exploring the Heart of the Shawnee: Hiking with Shawn

Exploring the Heart of the Shawnee: Hiking with Shawn

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