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Exploring the National Parks

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Join Ash and John from Dirt In My Shoes as we explore America’s National Parks! We’re taking you around the national parks and talking about our favorite things, fun facts, adventures, and trip planning. Expect big laughs and fantastic information as we tour the parks together. Let’s start exploring!

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White Sands National Park — the national park regarded for its rarity. While it looks like a snowfield, the desert sand actually holds quite a bit of history and geological wonder.

In this episode, we're digging into the White Sands fun facts that r... more

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Our Halloween tradition continues! This year, we're chasing three cryptid legends through the national parks – Guadalupe Mountains National Park, Lake Clark National Park, and Yellowstone National Park.

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Picture cloud-white sand surrounding you on every side, with the Sacramento Mountains as your backdrop, and a sunset that turns everything a shade of pink and purple.

THAT’s the awe that is waiting for you at White Sands National Park. Well, that an... more

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We just spent three days in Zion National Park in the middle of summer, on purpose, in 105-degree heat. Why did we do that, you ask? Because we don’t want you to have to go through all the guesswork that comes with planning a trip to Zion National Pa... more

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Recent Guests

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Episode: 106: Interview with Ranger Kelkiyana from Grand Canyon National Park
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Park ranger and GIS Specialist at Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail, also known as the BBQ Tourist on Instagram.
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Episode: 77: Interview with Ranger Ryan from Lewis and Clark NHT

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Ash
Host of the show, former park ranger, founder of Dirt In My Shoes
John
Co-host who shares stories and park insights

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Perfect for Park Lovers

    Love your travel and planning insights for hikers but also appreciate John’s geology and history notes too.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    jm cirlin
    United States3 days ago
  • 🌲

    Been listening for a few years! Such great information about traveling to the parks. Your website for your itineraries is very helpful as well! I love the Halloween stories such a fun tradition for the podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MessiJess
    United States10 days ago
  • Entertaining and Informative

    I’m a big National Park fan, so I enjoy learning new facts about some of the parks I have already visited, and those I have yet to visit! John and Ash do a great job keeping you engaged, and with Ash being a former park ranger, you will get a unique perspective on the parks from a true expert.

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    5
    World Traveler 2012
    United States13 days ago
  • 4 Generations Enjoy The Podcast

    Every year we go on a 4 generations trip for fall break - we just got back. Ages 6-91 enjoy your podcasts. But especially my 91 year old grandma. She often comments how much she loves listening to the both of you & learns so much. Thank you for being part of our memorable trips.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Amy Reynertson
    United States18 days ago
  • Excellent, informative podcast

    My husband and I discovered our love of national parks in 2022 when we intended only to hit the Grand Canyon and then ended up doing an impromptu road trip hitting four. Since then we’ve visited 19, but have so many more to see. We love listening to this podcast and learning about each of the parks. Our next trip is Great Smoky Mountains in November so we just listened to those podcasts episodes. Keep doing what you’re doing!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Jessa_Shettle
    United Statesa month ago

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Episodes help with trip planning and inspire frequent park visits.
Listeners praise the hosts' knowledge and engaging, friendly delivery.
Fans appreciate practical itineraries and on-the-ground tips for family trips.
The show's humor and chemistry between hosts are frequently highlighted as a standout feature.

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156: 5 Fascinating Fun Facts About White Sands National Park
Q: How old do you think White Sands is?
The dune field is only about 7,000 to 10,000 years old, even though the footprints preserved there show people and Ice Age animals in the area much earlier.
156: 5 Fascinating Fun Facts About White Sands National Park
Q: What makes it a big deal that White Sands is a gypsum sand dune field?
Gypsum sand is rare because it dissolves in water, large deposits are especially unusual, and the dunes are exceptionally pure. White Sands holds a vast field of roughly 98 percent pure gypsum.
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Q: What are some of your favorite hidden gems in Yellowstone or the Tetons?
Secret hikes are often favorite hidden gems like Hanging Canyon to Lake of the Crags in Grand Teton. Exploring the trails less traveled will yield quiet, beautiful spots.
134: Q&A - Recreation.gov Loophole, Hidden Gems, Alaska Parks, and Utah's Mighty Five
Q: Is it smart to visit the North and South Dakota parks in the same trip?
It's definitely feasible. North Dakota's Theodore Roosevelt National Park is not far from South Dakota's parks, making it easy to visit both in one trip.
134: Q&A - Recreation.gov Loophole, Hidden Gems, Alaska Parks, and Utah's Mighty Five
Q: If you wanted to have a reservation for September 1st, instead of trying to call on March 1st with everybody else, could you call on February 16th and book up to 14 days to include September 1st or do you have to wait until the entire booking is available when you call?
You don't have to wait for all of your dates to open up. As long as the first date of your trip is open for reservations, you can reserve up to 14 days starting from that date.

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Two hosts guide listeners through a wide array of national parks with a mix of practical trip planning, park lore, and entertaining storytelling. Episodes frequently cover park highlights, hiking tips, wildlife viewing, and behind-the-scenes insights, often weaving in historical context and personal travel anecdotes. A recurring strength is the approachable banter between Ash and John, which makes planning family trips feel doable while keeping the content light, fun, and informative. Noteworthy aspects include dedicated itineraries, hands-on planning advice, and playful segments that blend trivia with park knowledge, making it appealing to both first-time visitors and seasoned park enthusiasts.

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