Hosted by Kurt Zitzelman · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 28 episodes
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The Hike Files Podcast talks about everything outdoors from hiking, camping, backpacking , gear and beyond. Hosted by Kurt Zitzelman of Hemlock Mountain Outdoors and the YouTube channel Kurt Zitzelman Outdoors
Kurt Zitzelman hosts Hike Files Podcast, a sports show with 28 episodes published.
In this episode of The Hike Files podcast, host Kurt Zitzelman interviews Ryan Hinshaw of Burnwood Bushcraft. The discussion covers Ryan's journey into bushcraft, his experiences and interests, and some practical advice
In Episode 27 of the Hike Files Podcast, host Kurt Zitzelman discusses a recent backpacking trip to the Black Forest Trail in Pennsylvania's Algerine Wild Area, sharing experiences from both a July 2023 and November 2021
When to Let Nature Take Its Course: A Wildlife Encounter Welcome to episode 26 of the Hike Files podcast, hosted by Kurt Zitzelman. This episode discusses a recent personal encounter with a limping deer and then moves on
Part 1: https://open.spotify.com/episode/04MojZvZJ2dGc3733f9i33?si=jCkuLBD_QqGS48_CZ2cvag This podcast episode features the second half of the conversation between Kurt and John Kriz discussing various aspects of hiking,
Adventures and Oddities on the Appalachian Trail This podcast episode features a seasoned section hiker, John Kriz, discussing his long-term goal of hiking the entire Appalachian Trail. The conversation covers various to
This week Kurt goes over the 25 items the internet thinks are luxury items when camping/backpacking. You can contact the show at hike.files@gmail.com Links: https://alexysabroad.com/luxury-backpacking-gear/ https://www.r
This week Kurt talks about the lists of pros and cons of solo backpacking according to ChatGPT... this should be interesting. Contact the show at hike.files@gmail.com Check out the Hike Files Tee Shirt: https://kurt-zitz
This week I talk about dealing with weather while out camping and I get a little surprise towards the end. You can contact the show at: hike.files@gmail.com Windiest Camp Ever?: https://youtu.be/tW5JQnP_Y6U Music: Track:
This week I talk about the 36 mile Gerard Trail located in western Pennsylvania. Firmly planted in Oil Creek State Park, this backpacking loop has several unique aspects that should make it a must have on your list of Pe
This week Kurt talks about 10 things that will help you enjoy your hike more. You can contact the show at hike.files@gmail.com Music: Track: "Above And Below" Music provided by https://Slip.stream Free Download/Stream: h
I got this weeks topic from a comment over on the YouTube feed from @TheNoobHiker who said that they would like to hear about mistakes I've made in gear or planning... I've made a lot so this was an easy episode to do. H
Anyone else seeing an uptick of haunted forest videos on YouTube? Let's talk about why these videos shouldn't scare you out of the woods. You can contact the show at: hike.files@gmail.com Music: Track: "Above And Below"
I've made some changes since episode 15. The topic of the podcast isn't changing but I'm making some changes to help bring in a larger audience. That's what I'll discuss in this episode. Back to the outdoor content in th
After last weeks break, I talk a bit of "After the Hike" about my trip on the Allegheny Front Trail, how I deal with adversity on the trail and some more news about the expansion on the Pinchot State Forest. https://hike
This week I recorded the podcast as updates from my thru hike of the Allegheny Front Trail - a 42 mile backpacking loop located in central Pennsylvania. https://hikefiles.com Allegheny Front Trail (PAHikes.com): https://
Most of us know not to leave a fire unattended.... most of us. Contact me at hike.files@gmail.com https://www.steamboatpilot.com/news/steamboat-hikers-find-abandoned-burning-campfire-i-just-dont-understand-how-anybody-co
Since the Pinchot State Forest is so close to my home I spend a lot of time out there. This week I talk a little about the 24 mile Pinchot Trail System. https://hikefiles.com Pinchot State Forest Website: https://www.dcn
Summer is officially over and fall is here. That means cooler days and shorter nights... but are you ready? Do you have what it takes to survive the change in weather??? You probably are, don't panic. Contact me at: mail
I was hoping to have a guest this week, but scheduling did not work out. So this week, it's story time. I'll talk a bit about my trip into the Grand Canyon back in early 2021. https://hikefiles.com Arizona Video Playlist
Changing up from the last 2 weeks of story time. I talk about an old project I've remastered with the help of AI, and then I take a page out of that old projects book and do a question and answer session. My YouTube Chan
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Hike Files Podcast is hosted by Kurt Zitzelman. The show is categorised under Sports (Wilderness) and has published 28 episodes.
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