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Episode 107 – RIP Backpacking Gear

November 2, 2026 By BirdShooter Leave a Comment

In Episode 107, we are on the Appalachian Trail and in the backcountry of North Georgia at Cowrock Mountain. Our topic this evening comes from a recent Backpacker magazine article on gear that should simply REST IN PEACE. On the podcast, we discuss items including the alcohol stove, the self-inflating pad, the bear bag, and even the bandana if you can believe it! And we still carry some of these items in our packs. Some of this gear is classic and we've been hiking with it since the 70's. … [Read more...]

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Cowrock Mountain Campsite

October 23, 2026 By BirdShooter Leave a Comment

This is some video of a small campsite tucked behind Cowrock Mountain that was shot in 2017. It pretty much looks the same in 2026 when I posted this video after we camped overnight here. … [Read more...]

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Episode 106B – Most Dangerous Bears

September 12, 2026 By BirdShooter 1 Comment

In Episode 106B, we talk about the most dangerous bears in the world! The list which we'll put in the comments section below will most certainly surprise you. On the podcast, we discuss 8 bears that make the list including North American bears like the black and brown bear, which surprisingly don't top the list, and other bears like the polar, sun, and sloth bear. But I guarantee you'll never guess what is #1! Once again we record in the backcountry of North Georgia this evening and from … [Read more...]