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Your go-to podcast for outdoor adventure tips, tricks, and stories! Hosts Bryan Wolf and Dalton Spurlin each have trekked thousands of miles including tackling long distance treks like the Appalachian Trail. Professionally the duo works to equip, educate, and prepare other people for their adventures, with a combined two decades of specialty service in the outdoor industry. In this podcast they'll... more

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His dirt masked legs are hardly recognizable past their thorn torn skin, he comes to town just once every while to enjoy the spoils of his old life. His feet blistered and his face unkept but he minds not. He’s been using the same spoon and food bag ... more

Mr. Fabulous is back on the Banter to talk about his newest book "A Fabulous Thru-Hike". Derick Lugo, now a triple crowner having completed the three major long distance trails, recently published his second book. A Fabulous Thru-Hike is about his ex... more

When it comes to adventure travel and mountain treks, RRT has their very own Emily White to delve so deep into the experience that her knowledge and experience has the ability to truly connect and inspire any who hear her tales. In season 2 we hosted... more

The Superior Hiking Trail is an over 300-mile, rugged footpath in northeastern Minnesota that follows a rocky ridgeline above Lake Superior from the Wisconsin border to the Canadian border. Renowned for its scenic views, waterfalls, and fall foliage ... more

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Recent Guests

Cast Iron
Appalachian, Rocky, Cascade, Sierra veteran pursuing the Triple Crown on the PCT
Episode: Quest for the Crown
Derrick Lugo
Author, long-distance hiker known as Mr. Fabulous
Episode: Mr. Fabulous is Back!
Nancy Ball
Guide and outdoors ambassador, Summit Trek and Travel
Summit Trek and Travel
Episode: Mr. Fabulous is Back!
Emily White
Travel and track expert guest, previously appeared on the show
Episode: New Zealand's Great Walks
Chuck Pettigrew
Shop Pop at Roads, Rivers and Trails (RRT)
RRT
Episode: Trout Don't Live Ugly Places
Scott Hall
Professor at University of Dayton; ecotherapy advocate and yogi
University of Dayton
Episode: Ecotherapy on the Appalachian Trail
Emily Dunning
Chief Medical Officer and Risk Management Overseer for Edge of the Atlantic expedition
Ogeechee program / Edge of the Atlantic
Episode: Edge of the Atlantic-
Dustin Lindley
Board chair for the Ohio chapter of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers
Backcountry Hunters and Anglers (Ohio)
Episode: Public Lands with Backcountry Hunters and Anglers
Joe Solomon
Founder of Kayaking 4 a Cause; mental health advocate and long-distance paddler
Kayaking 4 a Cause
Episode: The Great American Loop with Joe Solomon

Hosts

Bryan Wolf
Host of Backcountry Banter; long-time outdoors professional with a focus on gear, safety, and expedition planning.
Dalton Spurlin
Co-host; operationally focused on outdoor adventures, gear conversations, and community involvement.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 23 ratings
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    Bravo, what a witty and informative conversation. Bryan and Dalton have a natural chemistry that really shows up back country banter!!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Rudy Schieldknecht
    United States2 years ago

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The Great American Loop with Joe Solomon
Q: What's your timeline and how long do you expect this to take?
Contingent on river conditions and help from River Angels, I expect it could take five years or more, with a realistic stretch of a year and a half to two years of continuous paddling, and long gaps for resupply and rest as needed.
The Great American Loop with Joe Solomon
Q: How did you discover The Great Loop and what sparked the idea?
A yacht conversation during the Mississippi paddle opened the door to The Great Loop; hearing about the route sparked the idea to take on a continuous, multi-year journey and see how far I could push myself.
Edge of the Atlantic-
Q: What inspired the Edge of the Atlantic expedition?
The idea emerged from a spontaneous moment where one of the team members stood on a bar and announced the plan to go to the Arctic Ocean, which galvanized the group to pursue a remote, multi-week canoe voyage.
Mr. Fabulous is Back!
Q: Why did you choose to hike the CDT after the AT and PCT?
It was a test of the limits and a curiosity about the desert and road-walking realities, plus a belief that the CDT would offer new lessons, even if it was seen as the harder path.

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What is Backcountry Banter about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A candid, outdoors-focused show that mixes tactical trail knowledge with personal storytelling. Across recent episodes, conversations span long-distance hiking, gear tuning, wilderness ethics, ecotherapy, and adventure planning—from thru-hiking the PCT/AT/CDT to ambitious paddling feats and hut-based trekking in New Zealand. Notable threads include practical gear advice, mentoring and community within outdoor circles, and a strong emphasis on safety, leadership, and conservation. The format leans into hands-on insights, authentic narratives, and accessible takeaways for anyone planning ambitious outdoor trips or seeking inspiration from experienced adventurers and educators.

A standout aspect is the consistent pairing of practical tips wit... more

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7. Emily Dunning
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