
Be prepared to listen to great stories, hear from incredible guests, and laugh until your stomach hurts. Jeremiah Stringer and John Kelley share from experiences and knowledge from the trail while bringing the fun back to backpacking podcasts. The main goal here is to make you smile, and you'll quickly realize that Wednesdays are the best day of the week.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 330 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | SportsWilderness | |||

In this episode, Jeremiah Stringer and JK discuss bear activity updates along the Appalachian Trail, creative and humorous bear deterrent ideas, and share personal stories about neighbors, HOA regulations, and hiking injuries. They also send heartfel... more
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Trail partnership secrets: communication and honesty
Wildlife encounters: bears, sheep, and more
Trail mishaps: poops, gear, and surprises
Long-distance hiking: PCT, Wonder... more
Barking dogs, fire bans, and snoring campers.....oh my! JK and Jeremiah discuss the things that can derail the vibe of any backpacking trip .
They just hiked 10 miles in 10 days in 10 states!!! And we get the lowdown on all of it. Welcome Rugged Mountain Dad, Sister and Mister to the show, otherwise known as DMS Adventures.Be sure to give to St. Jude on behalf of DMS Adventures: ti... more
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I’ve been listening to this show for years and love the content. John and Jeremiah are hilarious and they always have the best guests and the best content. I get great ideas from them and they have really good stories. Keep up the fantastic work boys.
Long time listener and podcast fan!! Would love to hear from more women and weekend warriors on the pod! Love the fun you two have behind the mic! Happy Trails!! - Wildeflower
Thoroughly love your podcast each week. Most times I can’t catch the live stream, but I’ve got you subscribed on Apple podcast and you travel the miles with me in Kentucky as I do my work during the week. Keep up the good work. Here’s a couple suggestions. One, we can’t easily find a good way to contact you via email. Make sure you’ve got it up on your YouTube page for easy access. And number two. You’re looking for people to have on the show and I think you guys need to get Scott Taba Ward on y... more
Too commercial in the dialogue
Really enjoying the gear tips and dialogue. Keep the content coming!
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Fans can expect a laid-back, campfire vibe focused on backpacking, gear, and trail-tested storytelling. Episodes mix practical hiking tips, gear reviews, and bold banter between two seasoned hosts, often weaving in local exploits and sponsor shout-outs in a casual, approachable style. The show stands out for its humor, accessible safety tips, and a strong sense of community, which tends to attract weekend warriors, long-distance trekkers, and outdoor enthusiasts who value relatable hosts and actionable takeaways.
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Recent guests on this podcast include:
1. Justin Cornell
2. Rugged Mountain Mister
3. Rugged Mountain Sister
4. Rugged Mountain Mama
5. Rugged Mountain Dad
6. Coach Livingston
7. Jeremy Rodifer
8. Ben McMillen
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