Episodes

On this episode Scott and Ariane get interviewed on the N2Backpacking Podcast with Steven Goodrich aka Birdshooter. Steven has had a backpacking podcast for over 10 years and was one of the first to have a backpacking show. On this special interview where the tables our turned. Scott & Ariane answer questions never before asked.. How Scott & Ariane met on the trail, and the history of how they started guiding others into the backcountry. Where did Trust The Trail come from anyway? by the way…yo...

On this episode we share with you how to go to get specific information from locals while planning your backpacking trip. Especially when you are in a town you are unfamiliar with. We also discuss how look at obstacles as opportunities and how sometimes you get so much more than originally planned. Sometimes the trail you want to hike on, can lead you to a better trail you didn’t know. by the way…you can always join in on our discussions on our Facebook group page – just go to: facebook.com/gro...

Have you ever faced adversity on the trail where the obstacles were life threatening? We sit down and talk to Juliet Pisner who not only once, but twice faced adversity on the trail. Hiking as a Forest Fire raged with ash streaming down. Then on another trip dealing with almost near blindness. Juliet shares her experience backpacking and how it didn’t stop her one bit to get back on the trail. Solo Female Backpacker Juliet Pisner doesn’t back down from Adversity. by the way…you can always join ...

This one’s for you Bad Ass Women Hikers. On this episode we offer an honest and frank discussion on hygiene, health and safety out on the trail. We aren’t reinventing what to do or what products are best, but rather answering authentic questions and ge...

On this Episode we encourage you NOT to go SOLO backpacking. Well, at least until you’ve mastered a few skill sets. With a desire to get others to explore the benefits of solo backpacking, it’s important we take a step back and FIRST focus on what you ...

On this Episode we provide an in depth trail report on the California Riding and Hiking Trail, extending 38 miles within Joshua Tree National Park. This historic trail traverses the most remote sections in the park, offering the densest population of Joshua Trees and iconic views of it’s surrounding wilderness. How do you cache enough water? What’s desert hiking like? Get in depth interviews from our Podcast listeners who booked this adventure trip. Hear their own their own unique experiences in...

On this episode we interview Aaron Owens Mayhew Founder of Backcountry Foodie. Being a registered Dietician Nutrition expert and avid Backpacker, she offers online ultra light recipes and meal planning formulated for endurance athletes. She teaches how to maximize your nutritional needs while maintaining lightweight meals by simplifying the meal planning process. As an added bonus we finally get the truth about Cold Soaking and is it worth it. by the way…you can always join in on our discussion...

On this Episode we take a look back at all the Episodes of 2020 highlighting our favorites and share a little behind the scenes. We also do some reflecting on all the backpacking trips we’ve had with you, (our listeners). How did we manage to take the Podcast on the road during a Pandemic and survive? We share the Best of 2020 among the worse of 2020. AND If you had to give 2020 a trail name…what would it be? All this and more. by the way…you can always join in on our discussions on our Faceboo...

We are recording this Episode from The Verde Ranch RV Resort in Camp Verde, Arizona LIVE. A top notch base camp for the Best of Sedona area hiking and backpacking. On this Episode we share the best base camp in Sedona for your Hiking and Backpacking adventure, and interview Mike Harrison, Vice President of Operations…and the vision behind this amazing base camp Resort and get his take on why this is the number one basecamp for exploring this incredible area. by the way…you can always join in on...

On this episode we catch all of you up to where and what we’ve been doing these past two months. Lot’s of Hiking and Backpacking. Including trail reports, campfire hijinks, behind the scenes details and a look at what’s to come. WE ARE BACK!

On this episode you will get a live trail report as Scott guides one of our Guests deep into the second largest Canyon in Arizona, the Sycamore Canyon. A waterless Creek bed, harsh environment, blistering heat and rarely any trail markers. How did we cache water? and Where? Get ready for a LIVE Podcast right from the trail. by the way…you can always join in on our discussions on our Facebook group page – just go to: facebook.com/groups/trustthetrailpodcast and join our podcast family – come han...

On this episode we delve into the most talked about topic with Hikers. Which hiking shoe is the best? Trail Runners or Hiking Boots? What is the difference, and which one is better for the long distance hiker? What we talk about: We had to embrace a new kind of suck Winter Storm and Mother Nature You ask, we answer Hiking Boots have a purpose and it’s a good one Lightweight footwear, but heavy packs? Hiking Shoes can rock on…literally Shout out’s to our lovely and amazing Facebook Members...

On this episode we offer you the low down on Arches National Park. Is it a backpacking destination? We share what you need to know before going. And offer you a few pro-tips on when to go and how to access the park without going through the main entrance. It’s a secret, don’t tell. by the way…you can always join in on our discussions on our Facebook group page – just go to: facebook.com/groups/trustthetrailpodcast and join our podcast family – come hang out with us AND become part of our commun...

On this episode we address a question from one of our listeners about hydration. There are two school of thoughts regarding staying hydrated on the trail – drink when your thirsty OR downing a ton of water. We dive right into the balance of hydration vs what your body needs when hiking. by the way…you can always join in on our discussions on our Facebook group page – just go to: facebook.com/groups/trustthetrailpodcast and join our podcast family – come hang out with us AND become part of our c...

On this episode we continue to delve into how to get started backpacking. We share with you 20 years of experience in pro tips on buying GEAR, facing your fears and hitting the trail. This is the second part of a two part series. We give you the raw honest truth and straight talk about the ART of backpacking. by the way…you can always join in on our discussions on our Facebook group page – just go to: facebook.com/groups/trustthetrailpodcast and join our podcast family – come hang out with us A...

On this episode we delve into the beginning stages of backpacking before you ever even put on the pack. This is a 2 part series. In these next two episodes you’re going to get the raw honest truth and straight talk about the art of backpacking. What’s the most important piece of gear you will ever take on the trail? by the way…you can always join in on our discussions on our Facebook group page – just go to: facebook.com/groups/trustthetrailpodcast and join our podcast family – come hang out wi...

On this episode we share our experience backpacking in the Badlands. What’s it like, the terrain, and where to go. Is it as remote as people say? We also do a recap on our 1st Annual Meet & Greet in the Badlands with our Trust The Trail Listeners.

How do you go backpacking on a remote island during a Pandemic? By Sea Plane of course. On this episode we recap our Backpacking Trip on Isle Royale National Park in a year when no one though travel there would be possible. As everything was closing due to the pandemic, our only alternative was to get to the Island by Sea Plane. We went for it and proved that having an island ALL to ourselves was worth the gamble. by the way…you can always join in on our discussions on our Facebook group page –...

On this episode we talk about the value of compression sacks as well as squeezing out all the pockets of forgotten air that might be trapped in your backpack. What inspired this podcast? Well…that would be 42 Ziploc bags packed for a two-night trip. How many do you carry on a typical backpacking trip? by the way…you can always join in on our discussions on our Facebook group page – just go to: facebook.com/groups/trustthetrailpodcast and join our podcast family – come hang out with us AND becom...

On this episode Scott and Ariane debate and delve into the topic of cairns being both essential trail markers and popular rock art formations. Is the careless cairn manipulating our natural environments, and what do you do when you see one that does not serve a critical function in the backcountry. All this and more. by the way…you can always join in on our discussions on our Facebook group page – just go to: facebook.com/groups/trustthetrailpodcast and join our podcast family – come hang out w...

On this episode we recap our Smoky Mountain Backpacking trip on Jakes Creek Trail. The challenges, rewards, and the wet reality spent in the backcountry. We share what’s it like setting up and tearing down camp in a torrential rain storm. by the way…you can always join in on our discussions on our Facebook group page – just go to: facebook.com/groups/trustthetrailpodcast and join our podcast family – come hang out with us AND become part of our community. What we talk about: Smokies don’t play...

What is the worth of weight on the trail? Penalty versus reward. And how that directly correlates to you being comfortable outside of your comfort zone. On episode 165, we share the difference between gear that might be a weight penalty versus a comfort item. And offer you Pro-Tips in reducing the unnecessary ounces. by the way…you can always join in on our discussions on our Facebook group page – just go to: facebook.com/groups/trustthetrailpodcast and join our podcast family – come hang out w...

On this episode we discuss the pro’s and con’s of caring a Personal Locator devices on your Thru-Hike. Are they worth the money? Do they even work? We break down the Likes and Dislikes of the two most popular one’s on the market.

On this episode we share not only why you should go solo backpacking, but the benefits of it. We also bust the myth about danger on the trail, and stats to back it up. Finally, some tips on how to make a solo adventure a success. by the way…you can always join in on our discussions on our Facebook group page – just go to: facebook.com/groups/trustthetrailpodcast and join our podcast family – come hang out with us AND become part of our community. What we talk about: Ariane get’s attacked by a ...