The First 40 Miles: Hiking and Backpacking Podcast

The First 40 Miles is a podcast for people who are new to hiking and backpacking.

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099: BLINK: The Eyes Episode

Posted October 4, 201600:24:34

Show Notes: Episode 099 Today on the First 40 Miles, BLINK: The Eye Episode.  Most of us rely on our sight to help us navigate the trail, which means...

098: Seeing Beyond the Marketing Hype

Posted September 27, 201600:28:26

Show Notes: Episode 098 Today on the First 40 Miles: New! Improved! Ultralight! Waterproof! Breathable! And loaded with functionality!  These are words...

097: Google Trails

Posted September 20, 201600:27:50

Show Notes: Episode 097 Today on the First 40 Miles, Google Maps is awesome, but what if you could brainstorm a new Google initiative called Google...

096: The Last Trip of the Summer

Posted September 13, 201600:33:50

Show Notes: Episode 096 Today on the First 40 Miles, our last family trip of the summer—and this trip did not disappoint!  We’ll share the top...

095: TWO: The Couples Episode

Posted September 6, 201600:32:37

Show Notes: Episode 095 Today on the First 40 Miles, TWO: The Couples Episode.  If you’re hiking or backpacking with your significant other, there...