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Just Trek Podcast

Justin "Justroc" Rimon
Los Angeles
Hiking
Mental Health
San Gabriel Mountains
Outdoor Adventure
California
Yosemite National Park
Palisades Fire
Eaton Fire
Mount Rainier
Santa Monica Mountains
Mount Whitney
Photography
Philippines
San Gorgonio Mountain
Backpacking
Channel Islands National Park
Grand Canyon
Santa Ana Winds
Just Trek Podcast

Do you love adventure and the great outdoors? Then give this adventure podcast a listen and hear transformational conversations and stories from inspirational hikers, outdoor entrepreneurs, solo world travelers, environmentalists, writers, and creatives from the LA + SoCal community and beyond. Learns tips & tricks for exploring, life lessons from our guests, discover new places to explore, and ho... more

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On this episode, I am joined by a SoCal based outdoor adventurer, solo backpacker, traveler, community builder, outdoor creator, and founder of Les Ventures - Melanie Daisy.

We dive into Mel's outdoor roots from boulder hopping in the Mojave Desert ... more

On this episode, I sat down with a bunch of damn Fools! And what I mean by that is they’re all participants of the legendary Fool’s Traverse Challenge. Back on Saturday, June 13th, our good friends over at TRVRS Outdoors hosted their infamous Fool’s ... more

On this episode, I sit down with LA based visual artist, illustrator, climate strategist, birder, wildlife photographer, and outdoor adventurer Valeree Catangay at the Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook in Los Angeles, California.

Val takes me through h... more

On this episode, I sit down with LA based outdoor adventurer, award-winning writer/editor, and Basecamp Outdoor founder/CEO Ali Carr at the Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook. Ali takes me through her Southern California outdoor roots - skiing Big Bear, c... more

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Denise Graves
Camp crew member who completed several peaks
Fool's Traverse participants
Episode: #115 | Camping with Fools: Anticipating the 11 Peak Madness of the legendary Fools Traverse Challenge
Matt Graves
Camp crew member with experience on past traverses
Fool's Traverse participants
Episode: #115 | Camping with Fools: Anticipating the 11 Peak Madness of the legendary Fools Traverse Challenge
Warren Hikes
Camp crew member with multiple peak completions
Fool's Traverse participants
Episode: #115 | Camping with Fools: Anticipating the 11 Peak Madness of the legendary Fools Traverse Challenge
Valeree Catangay
LA-based visual artist, illustrator, climate strategist, avid birder, wildlife photographer, and outdoor adventurer
Earth Justice (Sustainability Specialist)
Episode: #114 | From Long Beach to the Amazon Rainforest: Valeree Catangay's Journey Through Art, Birds & Climate Justice
Ali Carr
LA-based outdoor adventurer, community builder, award-winning writer and editor, outdoor industry connector, founder and CEO of Basecamp Outdoor
Basecamp Outdoor
Episode: #113 | From Outside Magazine to Basecamp Outdoor: How Ali Carr Turned a Facebook Group Into One of the Outdoor Industry's Most Powerful Communities
Tyler Wagoner
San Diego native, new-to-hiking turned seasoned mountaineer
Independent hiker
Episode: #112 | Trails & Tribulations Vol. 7 - Conquering Chaos: Tyler's Survival Saga on Mount Whitney - Tyler Wagoner
Corbin Pickett
outdoor creator, board member of Black Men Hike LA, founder of Kuji Hiking Crew
Black Men Hike LA; Kuji Hiking Crew
Episode: #111 | Brotha Nature Speaks: From the 52 Hike Challenge to Black Men Hike LA — Escaping the Matrix Through Nature & Exploring the Outdoors as a Black Hiker w/ Corbin Pickett (Outdoors with Corb)
Juan Flores
Founder of Outdoor Adventures Plus, Nature's Palette, and the Urban Youth Nature Project
Outdoor Adventures Plus; Nature's Palette; Urban Youth Nature Project
Episode: #110 | Trails & Tribulations Vol. 6 - Abandoned on Big Iron Mountain: Lost, Facing Lions, and Waterless with Jonthan Flores from Outdoor Adventures+
RJ Soria
TRVRS Outdoors founder and mountaineer
TRVRS Outdoors
Episode: #109 | Exclusive Recording From The 6 Year Anniversary Live Podcast Show feat. Rolland Tizuela (Campthropology), Nikki Taylor (Way Out Wild), RJ Soria (TRVRS Outdoors) - Moderated by Justin Rimon

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Justin Just Rock Ramon
Host of the Just Trek Podcast with a focus on outdoor storytelling, hiking experiences, and community building

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 70 ratings
  • Such a great listen

    Justin is a great podcast host with great and interesting guests. Definitely amps me up to go hiking! Very knowledgeable too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Globetrotters Podcast
    United States2 years ago
  • Good communication

    The host really knows how to interview a person. For an example, if things get a little off, and the guest forgets their thoughts, he is able to respark that thought by asking the right questions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JSerra_
    United States6 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Great interview with Jesse Fernandez. He’s a great dude and has helped a lot of us see things they never thought they would see.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mzrain13
    United States6 years ago
  • Hikes hikes hikes love all the episodes

    Great stories of day to day people loving the outdoors. Great interviews and encounters of different experiences of adventures. You have an epic journey here Justin. Thank you for having and enjoying this passion of getting our peers together.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fastspeed80
    United States6 years ago
  • Excellent podcast for Southern California Outdoorists

    Excellent podcast for Southern California's outdoor enthusiasts! Justin is thoughtful, attentive, and considerate with his guests. Keep up the excellent work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cranky manly
    United States6 years ago

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Community-focused framing resonates with the audience.
Guests are credible and share actionable outdoor tips.
Host excels at guiding conversations with thoughtful questions.
The host's passion for SoCal outdoors comes through in every episode.
Listeners appreciate the mix of survival stories and practical gear advice.

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Apple Podcasts
#120
Canada/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#245
United Kingdom/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#71
Ireland/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#184
Japan/Sports/Wilderness

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#115 | Camping with Fools: Anticipating the 11 Peak Madness of the legendary Fools Traverse Challenge
Q: What inspired Denise Graves to participate in the Fool's Traverse Challenge?
Denise describes discovering the event through RJ and the broader mountain community, seeing it as a way to reconnect with big mountain adventures after years with friends, and appreciating the communal vibe and the challenge as a meaningful goal.
#113 | From Outside Magazine to Basecamp Outdoor: How Ali Carr Turned a Facebook Group Into One of the Outdoor Industry's Most Powerful Communities
Q: What is Basecamp Outdoor in your own words and who is it for?
It's a digital, inclusive community that connects outdoor brands with people who want to work in the outdoor industry or are already in it, offering resources like a newsletter, events, and a job board to help careers grow.
#112 | Trails & Tribulations Vol. 7 - Conquering Chaos: Tyler's Survival Saga on Mount Whitney - Tyler Wagoner
Q: What was the biggest lesson learned from your two Mount Whitney attempts?
Always prioritize proper gear and weather awareness; trekking poles and lighter packs improve efficiency, and a hard turnaround time can save you from dangerous situations. Also, don't underestimate the value of slow, deliberate pacing at altitude.
#109 | Exclusive Recording From The 6 Year Anniversary Live Podcast Show feat. Rolland Tizuela (Campthropology), Nikki Taylor (Way Out Wild), RJ Soria (TRVRS Outdoors) - Moderated by Justin Rimon
Q: What question did you most want to answer for the audience when you prepared for this live show?
The panel emphasized balancing risk with the desire to push limits, underscoring that education and preparation are the best ways to make adventurous goals attainable.
#106 | Trails & Tribulations Vol. 5 - Three Apples and a Prayer: Surviving a 60 Mile Vision Quest in the San Gabriel Mountains - Justin Williams (Rockhound Hiker)
Q: From this entire experience, what would you say are some of the major lessons learned?
He highlights the need to verify and study routes before committing to long traverses, the risk of glamorizing a vision quest without proper fuel and electrolytes, the myth of surviving on water alone, the humility of the mountains, and the value of safer, more mindful approaches to personal growth. He also notes the importance of considering loved ones and seeking meaningful experiences without extreme risk, as well as the powerful human connections formed along the way.

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This show centers on outdoor adventure, hiking, and backcountry living with a strong SoCal lens. Episodes mix first-person survival stories, practical trek planning, gear and safety tips, and candid conversations with outdoor entrepreneurs, guides, photographers, and community builders. The host leans into actionable takeaways—navigation, hydration, risk assessment, and leadership—while highlighting inclusive, education-forward approaches to outdoor spaces. A notable pattern is live panels and cross-guest storytelling that emphasize mentorship, community, and mental health benefits of time in nature, making it appealing for aspiring trekkers, outdoor professionals, and brands looking to align with adventurous, mission-driven storytelling.

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Recent guests on Just Trek Podcast include:

1. Denise Graves
2. Matt Graves
3. Warren Hikes
4. Valeree Catangay
5. Ali Carr
6. Tyler Wagoner
7. Corbin Pickett
8. Juan Flores

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