EPISODE 91B: BOYZ IN THE WOOD

December 6, 2021 By Leave a Comment

In Episode 91B, Matt from the "Boyz In The Wood" tells us about his 1994 northbound thru-hike on the Appalachian Trail in a limited N2Backpacking bonus edition. This is the fifth release in a special series to celebrate the 25th anniversary of our hike, and it was recorded at Trail Days on May 13, 1995 in Damascus, Virginia. Matt hiked with partner Derek as the "Boyz In Wood" in '94, and in this bonus episode we flashback to the mid-90's to speak with Matt about the trip. The interview was … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Appalachian Trail, Appalachian Trail Conservancy, Backpacking, Long Distance Backpacking, Podcasts, Trail Days

EPISODE 90: PARTY FOUL!

October 29, 2021 By Leave a Comment

In Episode 90, we are in the mountains near Hays, North Carolina to discuss "party fouls" or bad hiker etiquette on the trail. In the show, we discuss some of the bad behavior that was frequently mentioned in online articles, posts, and videos. We comment if we've been guilty of it, witnessed it, or agree that it IS indeed bad hiking etiquette. We also suggest what you SHOULD do on the trail and close the podcast with some gear fails that can ruin your day. This is a special interview, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Appalachian Trail, Backpacking Discussions, Backpacking Etiquette, Backpacking Tips, How To Hike & Backpack, National Forest, Panoramic Views, Podcasts, Trail Talk

HEAD BUTTING PONY

September 14, 2021 By Leave a Comment

This large pony decided to give me a head butt in the Jefferson National Forest! … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Jefferson National Forest, Uncategorized, Videos, Wild Horses

SUNSET DINNER

September 14, 2021 By Leave a Comment

It's dinner time in the Jefferson National Forest and the boyz chow down while the Camel stokes the fire. Great sunset tonight! … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Campfires, Jefferson National Forest, Sunsets, Videos

TIGHT FIT

September 14, 2021 By Leave a Comment

Perhaps the Camel had a bit too much to eat and drink last night. He and the rest of the group struggle through the boundary between the Grayson Highlands State Park and Jefferson National Forest. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Grayson Highlands State Park, Humor, Jefferson National Forest, National Forest, State Parks, Videos

I.P. FREELY

September 14, 2021 By Leave a Comment

I caught The Kidd filling his cooking pot at dinner time. And it looks a little awkward. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Humor, Jefferson National Forest, Videos

THE JOLLY ROGER

September 12, 2021 By Leave a Comment
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Two of my backpacking friends had milestone birthdays in 2021, and we had grand plans to celebrate on distant mountains in the western U.S.  But after numerous attempts to synchronize schedules, we settled on a road trip to The Camel's mountain house near Hays, N.C. to celebrate his 60th.  Here we are pulling into his driveway after a long drive from Atlanta. The Camel had neighbors over when we arrived.  So we had a few beverages with them and enjoyed the sunset from the back … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Appalachian Trail, Backpacking Adventures, Cows, Grayson Highlands State Park, Jefferson National Forest, National Forest, Panoramic Views, State Parks, Uncategorized, Wild Horses, Wildlife

FRIENDLY PONY

September 1, 2021 By Leave a Comment

To say the ponies are friendly in the Jefferson National Forest is an understatement. The Kidd looks a bit skiddish!!!! … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Jefferson National Forest, Videos, Wild Horses, Wildlife

CHILLIN’ IN THE SHADE

September 1, 2021 By Leave a Comment

It was hot today in the Jefferson National Forest, so we ducked under some trees and escaped the heat, enjoyed some beverages, and ate some sausage and cheese. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Jefferson National Forest, Videos

MIDNIGHT COW INVASION

August 31, 2021 By Leave a Comment

This cow came in to our campsite in the Jefferson National Forest looking for a midnight dog! … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cows, Jefferson National Forest, Videos
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