The First 40 Miles: Hiking and Backpacking Podcast
If you're new to backpacking, or if you’re hopelessly in love with someone who wants you to love backpacking, then this podcast is for you. We’ll talk about the essentials, how to lighten your load, and how to make the most of your time on the trail.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 29 minutes
- Episodes
- 214
- Years Active
- 2014 - 2018
034: PRIVY: The Bathroom Episode
PRIVY: The Bathroom Episode
Today on The First 40 Miles, PRIVVY: The Bathroom Episode. Find out why this episode made it on our list of evergreen episodes. Then, learn the answers to the Top 5 Potty …
Today on The First 40 Miles, PRIVVY: The Bathroom Episode. Find out why this episode made it on our list of evergreen episodes. Then, learn the answers to the Top 5 Potty …
00:33:07 |
Tue 07 Jul 2015
033: Show America Some Love
Today on The First 40 Miles, the Top 5 ways to show your love for America’s public lands. Then on the SUMMIT Gear Review we’ll show you how to sleep in pure comfort on a pad the size of a Nalgene bot…
00:31:53 |
Tue 30 Jun 2015
032: Jocks, Fancy Pants and Hobbits
Today on The First 40 Miles, the Top 5 reasons not to sweat It on the trail. Then on the SUMMIT Gear Review™, we’ll show you a pair of pants that will stand up to unexpected rain storms and puddle ju…
00:31:45 |
Tue 23 Jun 2015
031: Summertime
Today on The First 40 Miles, the Top 5 List for Totally Fun Summertime Backpacking Gear. Then on the SUMMIT Gear Review, we’ll show you the simplest way to drink 500 liters of water. On the Backpack …
00:28:38 |
Tue 16 Jun 2015
030: The Farmer and the Cowman
Today on The First 40 Miles, the Top 5 way to kick the stories and the one-upping into high gear around the campfire. Then on the SUMMIT Gear Review, we’ll share a multi-use bear canister that may he…
00:32:10 |
Tue 09 Jun 2015
029: SHORT AND SWEET: The Children + Backpacking Episode
Today on The First 40 Miles, SHORT AND SWEET: The Children + Backpacking Episode. We have The Top 5 Outdoor Skills Every Child Should Know. Then we review a backpacking essential that will last your …
00:31:15 |
Tue 02 Jun 2015
028: It’s All Uphill From Here
Today on The First 40 Miles, The Top 5 Tips that will help you make it through the tough uphill climbs. On the SUMMIT Gear Review, we’ll show you a vast improvement to the humble hiking stick. For th…
00:29:00 |
Tue 26 May 2015
027: You’ll Never Stand in Line for A View
Today on The First 40 Miles, The Top 5 New Things Heather Wants to Try on a Future Backpacking Trip. The SUMMIT Gear Review will show you the best place to take a nap on the trail. On the Backpack Ha…
00:28:17 |
Tue 19 May 2015
026: Backpacking Gifts for Grads and Newlyweds
Today on The First 40 Miles, we discover how a simple glitch submarined a recent Kickstarter campaign we shared with you. Then, school graduation is coming up and we have the perfect gear guide for y…
00:29:32 |
Tue 12 May 2015
025: AHEAD OF THE CURVE: The Women + Backpacking Episode
Today on The First 40 Miles, it’s our Women + Backpacking Episode! We’ll share the top 5 questions about Women and Backpacking and what to do to prepare for a successful trip. On the SUMMIT™ Gear Rev…
00:30:02 |
Tue 05 May 2015
024: Shoulder Season Backpacking
Today on The First 40 Miles, we’ll take a peak at the magical time between peak season and off peak season. On the SUMMIT Gear Review, you’ll meet the short, powerful cousin of the JetBoil Flash. Nex…
00:27:58 |
Tue 28 Apr 2015
023: Spring Break 2015
Today on The First 40 Miles, we’ll take you on our Spring Break backpacking trip through the amazing Redwood Forest. Then we’ll talk a little trash and answer the question “What do I do with my garba…
00:28:15 |
Tue 21 Apr 2015
022: If You Know Four Notes
Today on The First 40 Miles, Heather shares a little trail wisdom she picked up from an airplane magazine. Next, the top 5 reasons why wearing pants is a good idea (do we need 5 reasons to wear pants…
00:27:55 |
Tue 14 Apr 2015
021: Freeze Dried Meal Options
Today on The First 40 Miles, We have a big announcement to make that we know you’ll love! Then on our Top 5 List you’ll learn the secrets that Willie Nelson has known for years. Then the Backpack Hac…
00:27:17 |
Tue 07 Apr 2015
020: Pranks on the Trail
We’re excited to share some Kickstarter stories that will spotlight creativity that benefits backpackers. Then, in celebration of April Fools Day, we give you 5 cringe-worthy pranks that will leave y…
00:25:09 |
Tue 31 Mar 2015
019: This Land Was Made for You and Me
This land was made for you and me and 132,000 acres of Redwood trees in the Redwood National and State Park. Next, we share our top 5 tips for planning backpacking trips in the National Forests. The …
00:22:04 |
Tue 24 Mar 2015
018: Don’t Blow the Budget!
Today on The First 40 Miles we’ll talk about combining backpacking with trail service. Next, the Top 5 ways to blow your backpacking budget. The SUMMIT Gear Review™ we’ll show you how to protect dry …
00:25:49 |
Tue 17 Mar 2015
017: How to Find Awesome Trails
Today we celebrate International Day of Awesomeness! We talk about finding awesome “backpackable” trails. Next, Heather shares her current bucket list of hikes. Then, learn about an ultralight foo…
00:25:17 |
Tue 10 Mar 2015
016: Say Goodbye to Sore Muscles
Want to avoid muscle soreness? It may be preventable! Next, on the Ready for Adventure segment, we’ll see if TSA is ready for Heather’s backpacking trip to Tuscon. On the Backpack Hack of the Week™ y…
00:25:11 |
Tue 03 Mar 2015
015: Alpaca: A Fiber to be Reckoned With
Photo: William Warby
Show Notes: Episode 015
Heather shares a reason to listen to some brotherly advice. Then, we have a new feature that will get you Ready for Adventure! On the Backpack Hack of the…
Show Notes: Episode 015
Heather shares a reason to listen to some brotherly advice. Then, we have a new feature that will get you Ready for Adventure! On the Backpack Hack of the…
Tue 24 Feb 2015
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