
A podcast dedicated to the The Catskill Mountains in upstate New York. Discussions involve hiking, history and more along with interviews of local hiking legends, local businesses, volunteers and local authorities. Discussions sometimes go out of the Catskills. Join us by subscribing!
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 251 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | WildernessSports | |||

Welcome to episode 245! This week, Ellen Kalish from the Ravensbeard Wildlife Center joins us to talk about the incredible work they do rescuing, rehabilitating, and caring for wildlife, with a special focus on our feathered friends. Ellen takes us b... more
Welcome to episode 244! This week, Tad and I sit down with Matt Kleinknecht, who took on the 2026 Catstail Marathon. Matt takes us through the ups and downs—literally—and gives us a look at what it takes to sign up for and tackle these brutally chall... more
Welcome to episode 243! This week, Tad and I decided to take a little break from the usual interviews and just shoot the shit! We sit down, catch up, drink up, and spend most of the episode talking about our most recent hiking adventures. We also div... more
Welcome to episode 242! This week, Josh Gorsch from Ursa’s Compass Guiding joins us to talk about his experience taking on the Devil in a Day! Josh shares the highs, the struggles, and the moments that tested him along the way—and why, sometimes, the... more
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Love the topics, and getting people to appreciate the New York outdoors is worth doing. But I can't play this with my kids around, and the constant f-bombs sound forced, like the hosts are trying too hard to seem real. The explicit rating also costs the show advertisers and listeners. There's a lot of good information here, and it gets lost because of it.
I love listening to the podcast. It’s incredibly entertaining, but it also delivers a tremendous amount of education to listeners. Even if you’ve been hiking or involved in the outdoor community for decades, there’s always something new to learn from the conversations and experiences they share. Beyond the podcast itself, they’ve also created an amazing forum for the hiking community — a space that has fostered genuine friendships, hiking partnerships, and a deeper sense of connection among outd... more
These guys are awesome! They alert you of which trails to avoid or to be cautious of so that you don’t get mauled by mountain lions in NYS.
Thanks again for the Epic podcast. Love the banter, love the intro, love the humor and always excellent guests. Cheers
I moved back to the Hudson Valley this summer after being away for about 15years, with only occasional visits. This podcast has been an incredible source of inspiration for hikes, history, books, and drives around the Catskills. It’s clued me into so many topics I wasn’t familiar with and reminded me of stories and places I forgot about.
The banter between the guys is hilarious and Tad is quick as a whip with the dad jokes. Absolutely awesome podcast.
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Listeners tune in for down-to-earth hiking stories, Catskills history, local governance, and outdoor culture, often featuring guests who are trail leaders, authors, educators, and active volunteers. The show blends practical trail tips, regional history, conservation issues, and community happenings, with a conversational, light-hearted banter that keeps complex topics accessible. Noteworthy is the recurring focus on Catskills stewardship, accessibility challenges, and collaboration between volunteers, local officials, and regional organizations, which can be compelling for brands and guests aligned with outdoor recreation, conservation, and regional tourism.
Potential listeners are likely drawn to authentic, locally grounded outdoor conte... more
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Recent guests on this podcast include:
1. Matthew Kleinknecht
2. Josh Gorsch
3. James O'Boyle
4. Rob Potter
5. Tim Luby
6. Jonathan Kranz
7. Katy Henderson
8. Kristi Confortin
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