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Summer Hiking & Travel Adventures: Shenandoah National Park, British Columbia, Mount Rainier, & Mexico City (Ep 90, Pt 4)
What do you get when you pack a season with mountain hikes, national park trails, sunset paddles, waterfall rappelling, and a little international travel? A pretty epic summer. In this episode, we’re going on a North American extravaganza - from the snow-capped Rockies of British Columbia to the trails around Mount Rainier, and into the mountains surrounding Mexico City. Back in Virginia, there are sunset paddles in regional and state parks, a road trip to a National Wildlife Refuge, conquering the cascades of White Oak Canyon, a weekend escape in Shenandoah National Park, and a sneak peek visit to the first Virginia’s Adventure Towns episode of the new season. But this isn’t just a recap of places I’ve visited. Along the way, I’ll share the trails, parks, paddling spots, wildlife destinations, and practical details that can help you turn some of these ideas into adventures of your own. So if you’re looking for inspiration for your next trip, or just want to discover somewhere new, there’s a lot to cover. Let’s Go! This is Part 4 of a multi-part episode. Follow VAOA Podcast: Instagram I Facebook I Newsletter Sign Up Support the Show! Buy Me A Coffee Shop the Virginia Outdoor Adventures Merch Store! LISTENER SURVEY - Enter to win a $50 gift card from River Rock Outfitter VAOA Podcast is Sponsored by: Virginia Association for Parks Breaks Interstate Park Virginia State Parks Heart of Appalachia Ads: Iris Inn and Cabins Afton Mountain Vineyards Breaks Park Heart of Appalachia LISTENER SURVEY - Enter to win a $50 gift card from River Rock Outfitter Mentioned in this Episode: Book: Ghost Girl, A Blue Ridge Mountain Story Virginia’s Venomous and Nonvenomous Snakes: Hiking Safety, Myths, and Appreciation with Caroline Seitz, Virginia Herpetological Society (Episode 62) Mushroom Foraging in Virginia: Wild Edibles, Seasonal Finds, and Foraging Tips with Gabrielle Cerberville, aka the Chaotic Forager (Episode 80) Good Fire with Sam Lopez, Wildlife Area Manager, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (Episode 25) Guide Book: Day Hike Washington Mount Rainer Bird Guide, Pamela, Birding is Punk Bird Guide, Miguel, Birdnomad NovaParks Roving Naturalist programs with Matt Felperin Wandering Waters Paddle Quest at Virginia State Parks Canyoneering with Andy Nichols, Shenandoah Mountain Guides Mountain Biking in Harrisonburg (Episode 21) Fan Mail - Send Jessica a Text Message Enter to win a prize pack, including a $50 gift card, from River Rock Outfitter! Take the LISTENER SURVEY Contact Show Host, Jessica Bowser : jessica@virginiaoutdooradventures.com






