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Sounds Like A Search And Rescue Podcast

SLASR Podcast
Search and Rescue
Hiking
White Mountains
New Hampshire
Mount Washington
Appalachian Trail
Winter Hiking
Hiking Safety
Mt. Washington
Alzheimer's Association
Trail Maintenance
Appalachian Mountain Club
Mount Monadnock
Franconia Ridge
Waterfalls
Alzheimer's
Outdoor Adventure
Mount Washington Observatory
4,000 Footers
Backcountry Skiing

The Sounds Like a Search and Rescue Podcast - where we discuss all things related to hiking and search and rescue in the White Mountains of New Hampshire.

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slasrpodcast.com/ Welcome to Episode 236 (again) of the sounds like a search and rescue podcast, this week we once again attempt to record a show about the delisted mountains from the 52 with a view list. Plus, its bug season, a love connecti... more

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Welcome to Episode 235 of the Sounds Like a Search and Rescue Podcast. This week we welcome back friend of the show Liz Fay. Liz recently spent time on the Appalachian Trail visiting our favorite thru hiker Daveshitsinthew... more

This week, Stomp and Dave discuss the Grand Traverse! Enjoy!

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Welcome to Episode 234 of the sounds like a search and rescue podcast. This week we welcome Dan "Row-Bot" Forget. Dan is an avid outdoorsman, hiker and rower who combines his love of rowing with hiking and he is currently ... more

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Liz Fay
Hiker, trail maintainer, Monadnock 50 Finest participant
NH hiking community
Episode: Episode 235 - Welcome Liz Fay, Quadrobics, Hancocks, Mt. Madison, Jennings Peak, Sandwich Dome, AT Trail Culture
Dan Forgay
Avid outdoorsman, hiker, and rower known as Row-Bot
Independent; Row-Bot project
Episode: Episode 234 - Welcome Dan "Row-Bot" Forget - Rowing Machine Hiker, Trail Updates, Franconia Ridge
James Neeland
Lieutenant, New Hampshire Fish and Game
New Hampshire Fish and Game
Episode: Episode 232 - Pemi Black Bear update, Hiker Fatality, Brush Fires, USFS HQ Move, Belknaps, Greylock, Kinsmans, SAR News
Dan Van Der Vliet
Accomplished hiker focusing on the entire Northeast region
Friend of the hosts
Episode: Episode 231 - Welcome Dann Van Der Vliet, Highlighting the Adirondacks, Search and Rescue spike in April
Dave Shits in the Woods
AT living update and creator of ongoing AT journey
Episode: Episode 230 - Live Show from The Mountain Wanderer
Sarah Gregoire
Hiker, mountain biker, fitness enthusiast; life with one lung
Guest on episode 228
Episode: Episode 228 - Welcome Sarah Gregoire, Alpine Divorce, Car Vandalism, Recent Hikes - Willey Tom Field, Garfield, Moosilauke, Mt. Cube
Jim Thorsen
Guest, traveler with Himalayan Nepal and India trip
Episode: Episode 226 - Stomp is back - Communication in the Wilderness, Welcome Jim Thorsen - Nepal and India, Wonalancet History
Isabelle Risitano
Hiker, blogger, White Mountain Tracer and host of Where's Izzy
Where's Izzy / Mountains for Meals
Episode: Episode 225 - Welcome Izzy - Mountains for Meals, Doubleheads and Mount Pierce, History of the Weeks Act
Ben Mirkin
Outdoor educator, 2024 American Mountain Guides Association Educator of the Year
Vermont State University
Episode: Episode 224 - Welcome Outdoor Educator Ben Mirkin, Fatality on Mt. Marcy, ADK Trip Report

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Mike
Host of the Sounds Like A Search And Rescue Podcast; frequent contributor and lead interviewer.
Nick
Co-host and primary interviewer, often guiding episode structure.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 362 ratings
  • Fun and informative

    What a fun podcast! Great guest choices, funny banter. Dad jokes, beer talk, rescues, hike of the week, etc. all great segments of each episode. I only wish i had found this podcast sooner.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MellyMaruzzelly
    United States6 months ago
  • If you like anything to do with hiking in the White Mountains, this is your podcast!

    Podchaser
    5
    Steve Pero
    7 months ago
  • Great podcast!

    I love the whites and love hiking and this podcast is the best of both! Hope you get back to 5.0 stars Mike!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brandonn Gates
    United States9 months ago
  • Listen Daily

    The best podcast! So glad I stumbled upon this while on my annual road trip to NH ❤️I listen all the time now.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Earlybird39
    United Statesa year ago
  • Bring back Stomp!

    It’s not the show it was. Drifting down fast.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    paoolyblue44
    Canadaa year ago

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Fans praise the hosts' chemistry and community vibe.
Some feel the show has drifted away from rescues and depth in recent episodes.
Listeners appreciate the practical backcountry tips and safety focus.
Many enjoy the local NH culture angle and guest variety.

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Episode 232 - Pemi Black Bear update, Hiker Fatality, Brush Fires, USFS HQ Move, Belknaps, Greylock, Kinsmans, SAR News
Q: What is the most common mistake hikers make when heading out on trails in New Hampshire?
The most common mistake is being unprepared; listeners are encouraged to consult hikesafe.com for the ten essentials and ensure they are equipped before heading out.
Episode 229 - Welcome Chezwick - The Fastest Known Time for the Calendar Year Triple Crown
Q: Did you change your gear up at all compared to the last few big projects?
Yes. He switched to a zero-degree sleeping bag for the AT portion, upgraded to an inflatable sleeping pad for better warmth, and tailored gear choices to temperatures encountered, while maintaining core setup for other segments.
Episode 226 - Stomp is back - Communication in the Wilderness, Welcome Jim Thorsen - Nepal and India, Wonalancet History
Q: Can you summarize the cultural shifts you observed in India and Nepal and how they compare to hiking in the US?
Jim described dense populations, diverse regional cultures, and a mix of extreme wealth and poverty, contrasting it with the more open wilderness-focused hiking culture in New Hampshire and the US, while stressing the importance of understanding local contexts and guides when exploring abroad.
Episode 225 - Welcome Izzy - Mountains for Meals, Doubleheads and Mount Pierce, History of the Weeks Act
Q: How did Izzy get started with hiking and her blog?
Izzy explains growing up in southern New Hampshire, bonding with friends over hikes, and how chronicling routes on her blog kept her motivated and accountable, leading to the Where's Izzy site and the Mountains for Meals project.
Episode 224 - Welcome Outdoor Educator Ben Mirkin, Fatality on Mt. Marcy, ADK Trip Report
Q: What are some standard advice around safety gear to bring when hiking in the White Mountains?
Always be prepared for changing conditions, carry a big puffy jacket, and ensure you have essential survival gear.

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The show centers on hiking, safety, and search-and-rescue topics in the White Mountains, NH, often weaving in field reports, rescue news, gear chatter, and local history. Episodes frequently spotlight community initiatives—such as Alzheimer's fundraising campaigns and local events—alongside expert interviews with outdoors professionals, wildlife agencies, and seasoned hikers. A distinctive edge comes from live events, cross-promotions, and a casual, humor-tinged banter that keeps deep-technical safety and route-and-history discussions accessible. Listeners likely get practical backcountry tips, seasonal planning, and inspiration from remarkable long-distance hikers, all grounded in a strong regional identity.

Noteworthy elements include a r... more

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2. Dan Forgay
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6. Sarah Gregoire
7. Jim Thorsen
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