The Backpacking Podcast

337 Biggest Backpacking Gear Trends of 2026

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336 You Might Not Be A Backpacker If...

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335 Chiggers Ate Us Up, Even THERE! Welcome to Backpacking

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334 - The Gub-ment HATES the Outdoors

In this episode, John Kelley and Jeremiah Stringer explore a wide range of topics from AI and social media controversies to outdoor adventures and environmental policies.

333 A Naked Man, a Missing Nun & The Park Ranger Who SAW IT ALL w/Kristy Slaven

Outdoor Vitals Tern Merino Wool Hoodie & Tee: https://alnk.to/bEmXZ6e In this episode, we sit down with retired park ranger Kristy Slaven to hear some of the strangest,

332 I Thought Bigfoot Was a Joke… Until This - w/ MK Ultra (Michael Kirkpatrick)

What if the thing you thought was just a legend actually changed the way you look at the wilderness?In this episode, we dive deep into Bigfoot, strange encounters, backpa

331 Backpack or Send It Back

Tushar Rain Jacket from Outdoor Vitals: https://alnk.to/3U5xxk6 John Kelley and Jeremiah Stringer go live for a wide-ranging backpacking hangout packed with trail talk,

330 Even This Won't Stop a Bear

In this episode, Jeremiah Stringer and JK discuss bear activity updates along the Appalachian Trail, creative and humorous bear deterrent ideas, and share personal storie

329 We Slept In 1 Sleeping Bag Together For 150 Nights w/ Justin C. (Let's Hit The Trail - YouTube)

Let's Hit The Trail YT https://www.youtube.com/@JustinAndAnna key topics Trail partnership secrets: communication and honesty Wildlife encounters: bears, sheep, and mo

328 Ultimate Vibe Killers Of The Outdoors

Barking dogs, fire bans, and snoring campers.....oh my! JK and Jeremiah discuss the things that can derail the vibe of any backpacking trip .

327 They Hiked For Children With Cancer

They just hiked 10 miles in 10 days in 10 states!!! And we get the lowdown on all of it. Welcome Rugged Mountain Dad, Sister and Mister to the show, otherwise known as DM

326 When Nature Calls... But You're Too Late w/ Marion Outdoors

Coach's Website: https://www.marionoutdoors.com/ Coach's Social Media: @MarionOutdoors Join us as we chat with Coach Livingston from Marion Outdoors about his journey f

325 Protecting Your Most Important Asset on trail: Your Feet

Jeremiah and JK talk all things foot care. Blister control, Plantar fasciitis, and issues with Achilles tendons. If it's dealing with your feet, we'll be talking about it

324 When Hammock Camping Goes Wrong

Jeremiah shares his most recent hammock camping experience on his wife's first night in a hammock. Of course, things go off the rails, and we even share some hammock camp

323 Best Backpacking Gear Is NOT In Stores... w/ Ben McMillen

Founder's Sale by Outdoor Vitals (Early-Bird List): https://bit.ly/4v2qWkY Jeremiah and John sit down with Ben McMillen, owner of Hilltop Packs, to talk about the world

322 The POOP EPISODE

It's all about number 2 and how it affects our time in the outdoors. We're discussing "would you rather" scenarios and revealing personal moments on trail.Check out the O

321 Best Backpacking Gear of 2026

What is the best tent, backpack, sleeping bag, and more on this episode of the Backpacking Podcast.If you want to check out two of our favorite backpacks, go over to Outd

320 Is AI Ruining the Appalachian Trail?

700 Acres of land are being used to build an AI data center, only 1/3 of a mile from the Appalachian Trail. What will this do to scenic views, pollution, and noise on tra

319 Should We Fear BEAVER ATTACKS on Trail?

Do you have to be a person of privilege to thru-hike? Should we be worried about beaver attacks? This and more on today's episode. Check out this great gear from Outdoor

318 We're Spraying ROUNDUP in our National Forests?

Is the Forest Service really spraying Round Up in our forests? Is the Garmin InReach Mini 3 worth the money you'd spend on it? How likely are you to be attacked by a griz