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Mother Appalachia - Bill "Big Willy Dawg" Zyckowski (Part I)

Mother Appalachia - Bill "Big Willy Dawg" Zyckowski (Part I)

Update: 2025-11-10
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In this episode of Hiker Trash Radio, host Doc welcomes thru hiker Bill "Big Willy Dawg" Zyckowski, to discuss his journey on the Appalachian Trail. BWD shares his experiences of hiking, from the humorous origins of his trail name to the challenges he faced, including dealing with injuries and the mental toll of the trail. They delve into BWD's background as a former street cop, his inspiration to start hiking from watching YouTube videos, and his structured approach to the trail. The episode covers topics like essential gear, best trail sections, hiker trash moments, hitchhiking stories, and favorite trail towns. Listeners get a detailed and engaging look into the world of thru hiking with insightful anecdotes and practical advice.


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Mother Appalachia - Bill "Big Willy Dawg" Zyckowski (Part I)

Mother Appalachia - Bill "Big Willy Dawg" Zyckowski (Part I)

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