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    Welcome to episode 197 of the sounds like a search and rescue podcast. This week, we are in the joined by Mike Cherim of Redline Guiding. Mike will share his best tips on White Mountains hiking, and some stories of his adventures out west. Plus A Black Bear encounter on the Bondcliff Trail, Leavitt's Bakery lawsuit settlement, Exoskeletons, Waterville Valley expansion, Notable hikes, beer, and future hike plans. Lets Go!

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    About Our Guest

    Redline Guiding

    About Mike

    Redline Guiding - Adventures

    Redline Guiding - Education

    Redline Guiding - Wedding

    Redline Guiding - Merchandise

    Blog

    Topics

    Nick’s Music Minutes - Phoebe Bridgers

    Exoskeleton for Hiking

    Black Bear incident on Bondcliff Trail

    More Talk about Kinsman Trail parking

    Leavitt’s Bakery in North Conway

    Hiking Safety

    Waterville Valley Expansion

    Adirondack Park Anniversary

    Dad Joke, Bear Talk, Recent and Future Hikes

    Welcome Mike Cherim from Redline Guiding

    Show Notes

    Apple Podcast link for 5 star reviews

    SLASR Merchandise

    SLASR LinkTree

    SLASR’s BUYMEACOFFEE

    New exoskeleton for hiking

    Mt. Washington Road Race

    Black Bear incident on Bondcliff trail - Reddit Story

    Drama over Kinsman Trail relocation and fees.

    Judge Rules for Leavitt’s Bakery

    Be Aware, Prepared, and Responsible When Hiking in New Hampshire (Hike Safe Card Reminder/Info from F&G heading into MDW)

    Waterville Valley Resort Environmental Impact Statement - Big Expansion being planned/evaluated




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    2024 Longest Day - 48 Peaks

    Mount Washington Higher Summits Forecast

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    Welcome to episode 196 of the sounds like a search and rescue podcast. This week, we are in the woodpecker studio south in the great city of Amesbury, MA with return guest Jenn Kunze and new guest Kendra. Jenn is here to talk about volunteering in the Whites and will share how she was able to spend time volunteering on mount washington this winter. Kendra is going to share how you too can make friends through the SLASR podcast and we will get to know her a little better. All this plus an update on a live event for episode 200, drama over kinsman trail parking, missing hiker located deceased in the adirondacks, poaching and safety reminders, treasure hunting,hiking themed board games, some florida talk and more,

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    Topics

    Woodpecker Studio South is now hosting guests - 3 people in studio

    Welcome Jenn and Kendra

    Plans for Episode 200 - Recording at Mount Washington Road Race

    Music Minute - Metallica sets off earthquake reading at Virginia Tech concert - Kiss and other loud concerts

    Kinsman Trail Relocation plus parking fee

    Missing ADK Hiker recovered

    E-Bike Rules in Acadia

    Nick in Nature YouTube Channel

    NH Hunters can’t stay out of trouble

    Safety Reminders for the Summer - River Gauge Reading

    2000 year old Roman Sandals discovered

    Treasure Hunting Book and talk about past famous treasure hunts

    Gear Stuff - Magnetic Hiking Pole storage, Hiking Theme Board games

    Beer Talk, Recent Hikes, Future Plans

    Jenn and Kendra - Volunteering at the Mount Washington Observatory, Friendship through hiking

    2005 Search and Rescue Events - Two Teens lost on Osceolas for two days, 13 year old dies after running from a Black Bear.

    Show Notes

    Apple Podcast link for 5 star reviews

    SLASR Merchandise

    SLASR LinkTree

    SLASR’s BUYMEACOFFEE

    Mt. Washington Road Race

    Metallica sets off small earthquake

    Missing Quebec Hikers Body located in the Adirondacks

    About Mount Allan

    Only Class 1 e-Bikes Allowed on Acadia's Carriage Roads

    Shout out to Nick in Nature - Youtube Recap of Wildcat Ridge

    Turkey poacher busted on video

    Hunter in trouble for shooting a hen and lying to F&G

    Know your gauge info and how to read

    From Al - 2000 Year old Roman Sandals with built in Traction

    Treasure Inside

    The Fenn Treasure

    The Brewster Boys

    K2 Board Game

    Summit Board Game

    Stick Stashers - Magnets for hiking pole storage

    2005 Appalachia Search and Rescue Incidents



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    Welcome to Episode 195 of the Sounds Like A Search and Rescue podcast. This week - Search and Rescue is back in the news in New Hampshire - Recent incidents on Kilkenny Ridge, The Skookumchuck Trail, and the Lincoln Brook Trail. We will fill you in on all the details. Plus, tick season reminders, the story of a hunter who accidentally shot his friend after separating, its old man on the mountain day, a hiker gets rescued on mount fuji, loses his phone and decides to go back for it, triggering another rescue incident. Hiking boots review, A discussion about hiking umbrellas, pros and cons of using them and how Nick was jealous he did not have an umbrella this weekend. Plus a recap of a recent hike to Mount Liberty via Liberty Springs Trail which include rain and a sketchy water crossing, the history of the planning and construction of the Greenleaf hut and how it used to be you could get projects completed a lot quicker and a lot cheaper than you can today and some trail name and mountain naming history.

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    Topics

    Nick’s music moment - COIN

    Forest Road Status

    Tick Season has started

    Turkey Hunter shoots his friend by accident

    Recent SAR stories in New Hampshire - things are picking up

    Missing Hiker in Vermont found deceased

    Mom of four dies from fall in Purgatory Chasm in Sutton, MA

    Wantastiquet-Monadnock Trail

    Anniversary of Old Man on the Mountain falling

    In Memory of Dennis Pednault - peakbagger from VFTT

    Guy gets altitude sickness twice on Mt. Fuji triggering two rescues

    Dumb tourists of Yellowstone

    Hiking Gear - Boots for non winter season and hiking umbrellas

    Dad Joke, 48 Peaks, Stickers, Swag, Beer…

    Recent Hike on Mount Liberty via Liberty Springs Trail in the rain

    Notable Hikes

    White Mountain History - timeline of the Greenleaf Hut

    White Mountain History - Nomenclature Committee, AMC and RMC trail trading and other interesting history notes from the 1920s.

    Show Notes

    Apple Podcast link for 5 star reviews

    SLASR Merchandise

    SLASR LinkTree

    SLASR’s BUYMEACOFFEE

    COIN - Spotify link

    Teddy Swims

    Tick-borne illness on the rise

    How NOT to hunt

    Hiker Rescued from Kilkenny Ridge Trail

    Rescues on Skook and Kilkenny Ridge Trail

    Hiker Rescued off Lincoln Brook Trail

    Body of Missing Hiker found in VT

    Mom of four dies after fall in Purgatory Chasm

    Wantastiquet-Monadnock Trail

    Happy “Old Man of the Mountain” day, Old Man fell May 3rd 2003 between 12am-2am, day established in 2023 in NH

    In Memory of Dennis Pednault - peakbagger from VFTT Forum

    Man rescued twice on Mt. Fuji after returning to get his phone.

    Horrific crash at Yellowstone

    Bison gores Yellowstone Tourist

    REI 8 best hiking boots 2025

    Gossamer Gear Umbrella (5.8 oz)

    Six Moons Umbrella (6.8 oz)

    Montbell Umbrella (5.4 oz)

    ZPacks Umbrella (6.8 oz)

    1925 - Proposal

    1928 - Agenda Item

    1928 - Detailed Proposal and planned trail building

    Jan 1929 - Vote to approve

    Feb 1929 - Budget update

    Inflation calculator

    Sep 1929 Update

    Mt. Success, Mt. Crescent, Pliny Range and more

    Caps Ridge, Tuckerman and surrounding areas

    Mount Shaw retains its name and relinquishing nineteen mile brook trail to the USFS

    Trail Swapping with the Randolph Mountain Club

    Sponsors, Friends and Partners

    Wild Raven Endurance Coaching

    2024 Longest Day - 48 Peaks

    Mount Washington Higher Summits Forecast

    Hiking Buddies

    Vaucluse - Sweat less. Explore more. – Vaucluse Gear

    Fieldstone Kombucha

    CS Instant Coffee

  • This week, we recorded from our booth at the The AMC Four Thousand Footer Club awards show. A recap of the awards, and a cavalcade of special guests. Also - Stomp returns so listeners who miss Stomp can get their fix.

    Nick and Mike cover an intro about the format of the Awards and then we move right into the guest segments. Enjoy!

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    Apple Podcast link for 5 star reviews

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  • Episode 193 - Welcome Christian - Single Season Winter 48, AT History, Rescue in the Desert, Wildcats



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    Welcome to Episode 193 of the sounds like a search and rescue podcast. This week, we are joined by Christian Hikes the Whites, Christian is an avid White Mountain Hiker having completed a single season winter 48, the NE 67, the seasonal 48s, casually gridding and generally getting out and hiking in all seasons. Plus Wally the lost dog, tips for luring your dog back to you if it gets spooked, revisiting the AT reroute away from Gorham, AMC Awards night is coming up, A high school group gets in trouble in the Arizona Desert, Volcanoes in alaska, The story of a friend group forcing their friend to go hiking and now the friend group imploded, plus nick hikes the wildcats and we have a couple of local search and rescue stories.

    This weeks Higher Summit Forecast

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    About Christian

    Instagram

    Topics

    Nick and Mike attempt a Music Segment and it goes horribly wrong - when generations clash

    Wally The dog went missing and was later found, plus tips for getting your dog back

    AT Re-Route from Gorham

    Forest Roads

    Boston Marathon

    AMC Awards Night

    Black mountain skier fatality

    Volcano in Alaska

    School group rescue in Nevada desert

    Don’t force your friends to hike with you

    Gear review, pop culture stuff

    Beer talk, recent hike on the Wildcats

    Guest of the Week - Christian Hikes the White

    Show Notes

    Apple Podcast link for 5 star reviews

    SLASR Merchandise

    SLASR LinkTree

    SLASR’s BUYMEACOFFEE

    Wally the lost dog, found apparently by luring him out with scents

    Calming signals article

    Calming Signals Video

    2A Drone Service for Pets

    More details on why the AT was rerouted away from Gorham - Thanks to Peakbagger on VFTT

    Forest Road Status

    Fish & Game CO to run Boston Marathon to raise awareness for suicide prevention

    AMC Awards Night & Dinner this weekend, Exeter High School, NH

    Skier Fatality on Black Mountain

    High School Group rescued by park rangers - 25 special needs students and 3 adults

    School Responds with clarification

    Don't Force your friends to go hiking of they are not into it

    Breathable wicking boxers made of bamboo and spandex

    100 mile wilderness attempt in winter



    Sponsors, Friends and Partners

    Wild Raven Endurance Coaching

    CS Instant Coffee

    2024 Longest Day - 48 Peaks

    Mount Washington Higher Summits Forecast

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    Welcome to episode 192 of the sounds like a search and rescue podcast, this week I’m joined by cohost Andy Vilaine, who when he is not co-hosting here or out hiking is the TrainMaster at the Cog Railway. Andy will be giving us a detailed trip report of his recent solo winter hike to Mount Katahdin - we will break down everything you need to know about hiking in Baxter State park. Plus an update on Stomp, when will Ice Out on Lake Winnipesaukee be declared?, a hiking based film is coming to Lincoln this summer and they are putting a call out for actors, A recent rescue on one of Stomp’s favorite mountains, Mount Cardigan, news about weather apps, a serial killer in New England, Notable hikes and some national search and rescue stories.

    This weeks Higher Summit Forecast

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    About The Cog

    Cog Railway Website

    Topics

    Welcome Andy

    Some Cog updates, spring schedule, getting ready for summer

    Cog helping out on rescues

    A longer update on Stomp and the future direction of SLASR (all good news) - Starts around the 22:30 mark

    Cannibalism on Boon Island, Maine

    White Mountains Visitors Center in N. Woodstock

    Appalachian Trail reroute - Great Gulf

    Ice Out On Winnipesaukee

    Hiking Movie is being filmed in Lincoln, NH this summer

    Rescue on Mount Cardigan

    UK SAR Data - Young People needing rescues are exploding

    Mountain Forecast is moving to a pay model, plus some reminders on better weather resources for the WMNF

    Drinks, SLASR 48 Peaks Team, Dad Jokes, Coffee, Recent Hikes, Notable Hikes

    Andy’s Solo Winter Hike on Mount Katahdin - info on hiking Baxter State Park

    Show Notes

    Apple Podcast link for 5 star reviews

    SLASR Merchandise

    SLASR LinkTree

    SLASR’s BUYMEACOFFEE

    cannibalism on Boon Island, Maine

    White Mountains Visitors Center, N Woodstock. Exit 32 on Rt. 93

    AT Reroute Announcement

    Ice Out is predicted to be April 19th for the lakes region.

    Movie filming in Lincoln, NH

    Indigogo Page - synopsis

    Rescue on Mount Cardigan

    Social media and map apps blamed for record rise in mountain rescue callouts

    https://archive.is/WdqtX

    Mountain Forecast - moving to a pay model -

    Section Hiker weather guide

    TrailsNH Forecast - Kimball Rexford (Ep. 154)

    A New England Serial Killer?

    Baxter State Park - Rules and Permits

    Sponsors, Friends and Partners

    Wild Raven Endurance Coaching

    CS Instant Coffee

    2024 Longest Day - 48 Peaks

    Mount Washington Higher Summits Forecast

    Hiking Buddies

    Vaucluse - Sweat less. Explore more. – Vaucluse Gear

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    Welcome to Episode 191 of the Sounds like a search and rescue podcast, Stomp is on an international espionage assignment so I’m joined by Nick Sidla of the PUDS Podcast and Lynn Swezer of the Hiking Buddies. This week we have a history segment - The Bemis Crew and the Story of Miriam Underhill and the creation of the 4000 Footer club. Plus a rescue on the presidential range, some updates on projects in the White Mountains, the second half of a hiker diary from 1971 covering the NH Appalachian Trail section. Plus recent hikes in the Belknaps and Guyot.

    This weeks Higher Summit Forecast

    About Nick and Lynn

    PUDs Podcast

    Nick’s Instagram

    Hiking Buddies

    Topics

    Welcome Nick and Lynn - Stomp is on an undercover mission

    Nick gives an update on PUDS Podcast

    Lynn is busy with a million projects

    Rescue on Mount Washington

    History segment about Sgt. Winfield Jewell and the First Int’l Polar Year

    Mountain Bike Fines are coming

    WMNF Project Updates - Webster Cliffs and Lincoln Woods

    Days 7 thru 12 of 1971 AT Thru Hiker memories

    Gear Talk - Arc’teryx

    Pop Culture Talk

    SLASR 48 Peaks Team Sign ups are now open

    Recent Hikes - Belknaps and Overnight Bonds and Guyot

    Segment of the Week - The Bemis Crew and Miriam Underhill

    Show Notes

    Apple Podcast link for 5 star reviews

    SLASR Merchandise

    SLASR LinkTree

    SLASR’s BUYMEACOFFEE

    Rescue on the Jewell Trail near Mt. Clay

    The First International Polar Year 1881-1884

    The Greely Expedition

    Mountain bike rules set to tighten

    New Administrative Rules to restrict use of MTB’s in NH State Parks

    New Rule Proposal - see Section 731.32 - Bicycle Use

    Current Rules - Prohibited

    Fine Details

    Webster Cliffs Trail Relocation proposal - 2026 or later

    Update on the Lincoln Woods Trail Relocation

    NH Section of an Appalachian Trail Thru hike from 1971

    AT Ran Through Center of Gorham ATC Link

    White Blaze Forum Post on AT Reroute from Gorham

    Shocking numbers state they would get ‘Severed’ if real.

    SLASR 48 Peaks Alzheimers team - Join here!

    Bemis Crew

    Notchland Inn

    Biography Miriam Underhill

    History of the 4000 Footer list

    Miriam Underhill

    Winter 4000 Footers

    Sponsors, Friends and Partners

    Wild Raven Endurance Coaching

    CS Instant Coffee

    2024 Longest Day - 48 Peaks

    Mount Washington Higher Summits Forecast

    Hiking Buddies

    Vaucluse - Sweat less. Explore more. – Vaucluse Gear

    Fieldstone Kombucha









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    Welcome to the Sounds like a search and rescue podcast, this week Mark Lindenberg, (Knobbie Hikes) sits in for Stomp as our cohost. Later in the episode we are a joined by guest of the week thru hiker and photographer, IBTAT who is setting off on the start of his 2nd round of Triple Crown thru hikes starting with the PCT, plus - parking enforcement in the White Mountains, a look back to 1971 through the eyes of a thru hiker making their way through the NH section of the Appalachian Trail, Black Mountain Ski area has a successful ski season with new owners, 6 years have past since Stephon Porith Sou’s car was found in Pinkham Notch and there has been no sign of him since March 8th 2019, recent hikes on the Belknaps, the Ossipees, The Grand Traverse, and a close call rescue on the Twinway.

    This weeks Higher Summit Forecast

    About IBTAT

    IBTAT Patreon Page

    Savedbymtns Instagram

    Saved By Mountains YouTube

    Roscoe P Waggletails Instagram

    IBTAT Merchandise

    Topics

    Reminder to pay your parking fee at the trailhead

    Getting to know young Knobbie

    First part of a 1971 AT Thru Hiker journal (NH Section)

    Black Mountain

    Rescue on the Twinway

    Missing Person / Hiker - 6 year anniversary

    Hiking Buddies Event

    48 Peaks - Join the SLASR Team and hike Mount Madison

    Recent Hikes on the Belknaps, Ossipees, and The Grand Traverse

    Show Notes

    Apple Podcast link for 5 star reviews

    SLASR Merchandise

    SLASR LinkTree

    MWRR registration

    $30 dollar parking pass

    NH Section of an Appalachian Trail Thru hike from 1971

    Harris Cabin

    Black Mountain Ski Area - A New Owner and a new way to use data for understanding customers

    Rescue on Twinway

    Reminder - Stephon Porith Suo

    Shoulder Season Preparedness with Joe Lentini

    SLASR 48 Peaks Alzheimers team - Join here!

    Belknaps GPS Track

    Ossipee Range GPS Track

    Lost Hikers in Madame Sherri Forest

    Sponsors, Friends and Partners

    Wild Raven Endurance Coaching

    CS Instant Coffee

    2024 Longest Day - 48 Peaks

    Mount Washington Higher Summits Forecast

    Hiking Buddies

    Vaucluse - Sweat less. Explore more. – Vaucluse Gear

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  • This week, a new episode of So You Wanna... This time Stomp's "stomping" ground - Welch Dickey! A Gem of a hike near Waterville Valley. Stomp breaks down all the details!

    Will be back next week for Episode 190.

    Show Notes

    How to get there: Orris Rd., Thornton NH

    Nearest Towns: Campton, WV, Plymouth, Lincoln/ Woodstock

    Historical Notes: Thornton was incorporated on July 6, 1763, and named for Doctor Matthew Thornton, a signer of the Declaration of Independence.[4]

    Historical Markers Nearby: None listed

    Good Eats Nearby: Bergie Junior Seafood Market - Tartaglia’s - Valley Chop House

    Good Brews Nearby: Dam Brew House;https://www.fugaky.com/find-us.html Fugaki

    Overnight Accommodations: AirBNB range from $150 to $500. Plenty of options in WV.

    Parking - Access Roads:

    Trailhead Description,

    Size: Fits approx 70-80 vehicles. Orris rd. Parking allowed at times but can be limited during peak visitation times such as foliage.

    Amenities, Privies: YES, year round

    Fees: $5 dollars daily.

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    Welcome to Episode 189 of the Sounds like a Search and Rescue Podcast - this week, Stomp and Daveshits bushwhack middle sugarloaf - the plan, find the hardest route on the easiest mountain. The execution was flawless so we recorded a short segment post hike to talk about bushwhacking, route finding, and strategy for going off trail. Plus, the Thru hikers are making their way north, we will go over a guide for thru hikers so they can be prepared for their visit to New Hampshire. All this plus recent search and rescue, a guide to Via Ferratas, dad jokes, notable hikers, and more

    This weeks Higher Summit Forecast

    Topics

    Violent member of Antarctic Research Crew causes concern

    Stomp’s more return to hiking - The Holt Trail

    Blood Moon was a success

    Vets on the 48 Event - Mt. Waternomee plane crash

    Hiking video from Huntington Ravine

    Stomp is obsessed with Via Ferratas

    Dad Jokes, Pop Culture, Plugs,

    Segment 1 - Middle Sugarloaf - Stomp and Dave break down a bushwhack on Middle Sugarloaf

    Segment 2 - AT Thru Hiker Guide to New Hampshire

    Recent Search and Rescue Events in NH

    Show Notes

    Apple Podcast link for 5 star reviews

    SLASR Merchandise

    SLASR LinkTree

    MWRR registration

    Research crew dealing with a violent member in Antarctica

    North Woodstock’s Ghostly B-18 Bomber Remains

    Huntington Ravine Winter Climb - Bail out

    Polar Caves in Rumney

    Older video from 2016

    Guide to Via Ferratas

    The hardest

    The longest

    Injured hiker rescued on Falling Waters Trail

    Overnight rescue on Mt. Moriah

    Sponsors, Friends and Partners

    Wild Raven Endurance Coaching

    CS Instant Coffee

    2024 Longest Day - 48 Peaks

    Mount Washington Higher Summits Forecast

    Hiking Buddies

    Vaucluse - Sweat less. Explore more. – Vaucluse Gear

    Fieldstone Kombucha







  • This week - a preview of a new SLASR series "So You Wanna".

    Patrick Hummel, who previously worked as the Manager of Mount Monadnock State Park joins us to talk about the trails, history and general information about one of the regions most popular mountains.

    Show Links

    Park Website and Parking Reservations

    Most popular trails

    Park History

    Old Toll Road

    Gilson Pond

    One of the most popular mountains in the world

    Monadnoc

    Fasset's Mountain House

    Rollstone Boulder

    Black Heritage Trail

    Jaffrey Historical Society

    Modestman - One of NH’s best breweries!

    Dublin Road Taproom

    Fairfield Inn, Keene (Marriott)

    Carriage Barn Inn, B&B

    Outlooks: Emerson’s Seat

    Unique Spots: Megalithia (aka Pumpelly Cave)

    Bogs: Pumpelly Bogs - And “South Pond” - Cool vernal pools along upper Pumpelly Trail.

    Water Crossings/ Springs: Falcon Spring

    White Dot, White Cross, White Arrow

    Out & Back: Most popular is Old Halfway House to White Arrow.

    Traverse:

    Lollipop: East Peak Loop

    Annals of the Grand Monadnock

    Southern NH Trail Guide - AMC

    Monadnock: The Mountain That Stands Alone.

    Trail map

    Map in color

    Monadnock Webcam

    Climbing Association

    Summit forecast

    Regional weather

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    Welcome to Episode 188 of the Sounds like a Search and Rescue Podcast. This week we are joined by John Glidden of Minus33. Minus33 is a clothing company we’ve talked about often on the show - they believe no one should feel uncomfortable or ill-prepared in the outdoor community, and having reliable gear is one of the first steps toward a lifetime of passion for whatever your activity is. John will join us to talk about the history and mission of Minus33 and he will give us some tips and advice on some of their products that can help hikers stay warm and comfortable. Plus a recent winter hiking attempt on the Bonds, Reminders about the AMC 4000 Footer clud awards ceremony, trail adoption in the White Mountains, and NH County High points including some details about the mysterious Corbin Park.

    Note - we ran out of time so we are pushing the NH AT Thru Hiker segment to next week

    This weeks Higher Summit Forecast

    About our guest of the week - Minus33

    Minus33 Website

    Minus33 - Mission

    Minus33 - History

    Topics

    Snomo season, Stomp’s return to hiking

    New Podcast Series from SLASR - So You Wanna - Teaser Preview

    Obesity Rates Worldwide - Staying in shape

    Spring Equinox

    Swearing helps improve stamina?

    Stomp’s Late Winter / Early Spring Hiking Tips

    AMC 4000 Footer Awards Dinner is coming up in April

    Blood Moon is coming

    Signing up for Trail Adoption program for 2025

    Boston Outdoor Expo recap

    Gear Talk - Silky Saws

    SLASR 48 Peaks Alzheimer's team is now set up - details coming soon on how to join us for a hike. Knobbie Hikes is our Co-Captain

    Recent Hike - A winter Bonds hike with Nick and crew from the PUDS Podcast

    County Highpoints from Listener Alex Whittaker

    Croydon Peak / Corbin Park private game reserve

    Guest of the Week - John Glidden from Minus33

    Show Notes

    Apple Podcast link for 5 star reviews

    SLASR Merchandise

    SLASR LinkTree

    MWRR registration

    Northern Extremes Snowmobile

    Shocking obesity rates worldwide

    Spring Equinox

    How to improve your hiking stamina - swear more

    AMC 4000 Footer Awards Dinner Info this year

    Blood Moon next week

    Trail Adoption - Available trails

    AMC Trail Adopter Application

    Program Guidelines

    Trail Maintenance trips and groups to get involved

    Silky Big Boy 2000

    A more indepth podcast on Corbin Park

    County highpoints of NH

    County prominence points of NH

    Corbin Park

    Sponsors, Friends and Partners

    Wild Raven Endurance Coaching

    CS Instant Coffee

    2024 Longest Day - 48 Peaks

    Mount Washington Higher Summits Forecast

    Hiking Buddies

    Vaucluse - Sweat less. Explore more. – Vaucluse Gear

    Fieldstone Kombucha

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    Welcome to episode 187 of the Sounds Like A Search and Rescue Podcast. This week we are joined by Mike York, the founder and President of Veterans on the 48. Veterans on the 48 is dedicated to getting more veterans outside and onto the trails to promote healthy lifestyles both physically and mentally. The group leads hikes for veterans, supports veterans interested in Wilderness First Aid classes, provides hiking gear, volunteers for trail maintenance and partners with other veteran groups. Michael will join us to share his story. Plus, staffing cuts hit the WMNF and nationwide, there was a recent rescue on Mt. Moosilauke, some avalanche activity on Mount Washington, options and timelines for trail adoption, and a recent hike on Pleasant Mountain and an ice fishing excursion in Western Maine.

    This weeks Higher Summit Forecast

    About Veterans on the 48

    Veterans on the 48 Instagram

    Donate to Veterans on the 48

    Veterans on the 48 Events Page

    Topics

    Mount Washington Road Race results are out

    Moosilauke Rescue

    Avalanches on Mount Washington

    Federal Government Staffing Cuts hit the WMNF and National Parks

    Trial Adoption Season and Options

    Hiker gets lost in China, eats toothpaste to survive

    2024 Thru Hiker Survey Summary

    Recent Hikes - Pleasant Mountain in Denmark Maine

    Ice Fishing Trip Recap

    Notable Hikes

    Welcome Mike from Veterans on the 48

    Show Notes

    Apple Podcast link for 5 star reviews

    SLASR Merchandise

    SLASR LinkTree

    MWRR registration

    Northern Extremes Snowmobile

    Don’t be a postholio

    Two hikers rescued from Moosilauke

    Skier Triggers and Avalanche in Tuckerman Ravine and a separate avalanche in Huntington

    WMNF Employees notified they are part of federal staffing cuts

    NPR Article breaks down the staffing cut impacts

    Trail Adoption - Available trails

    AMC Trail Adopter Application

    Program Guidelines

    Trail Maintenance trips and groups to get involved

    Hiker in China uses Toothpaste to survive a 10 day ordeal, fined the equivalent of 11,000

    Thru Hiker Demographics on the AT

    Thru Hiker Trail Experience on the AT

    Tents and Hammocks

    Sponsors, Friends and Partners

    Wild Raven Endurance Coaching

    CS Instant Coffee

    2024 Longest Day - 48 Peaks

    Mount Washington Higher Summits Forecast

    Hiking Buddies

    Vaucluse - Sweat less. Explore more. – Vaucluse Gear

    Fieldstone Kombucha

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    Welcome to Episode 186 of the Sounds Like a Search and Rescue Podcast. This week we are joined by Anthony Lahout. Anthony is part of the Lahout family, the caretakers and owners of the oldest ski shop in the United States. Lahout’s was founded in 1920 as a small country store in Littleton, NH, the Lahout Family - driven by Anthony’s grandfather Joe Lahout became the lifeblood that ushered in the growth of the ski industry in the northeast. Retail businesses are always a challenging endeavor, Lahouts has endured and thrived across their 8 locations in Lincoln and Littleton, NH. We are very excited and honored for Anthony to join us to share his story with us.

    Plus a recap of the Snowsafe Summit, Hypothermia on Springer Mountain, Thru Hiker survey results for the best Backpacks, and a rescue of climbers after an avalanche on Cannon cliffs.

    This weeks Higher Summit Forecast

    About this week's Guest

    Lahout’s Store Website

    Lahout’s Store History

    Locations

    North Country - Short Film about Lahout’s

    Topics

    Welcome back Stomp, Snowmobile Season is top notch this year

    Canada - US Hockey, Guy time, Ice Fishing weekend

    Live Show for 200 teaser

    Stomp put together Avalanche education resources

    SnowSafe Summit Recap

    Hypothermia on Springer mountain

    Stories of Hikers finding old backpackers abandoned from earlier rescues and using the gear to survive

    AT Thru Hiker Survey on backpacks

    Recent Hike Attempt on Old Bridle Path

    Guest of the Week - Anthony Lahout

    Rescue on Cannon Cliff

    Show Notes

    Apple Podcast link for 5 star reviews

    SLASR Merchandise

    SLASR LinkTree

    MWRR registration

    Northern Extremes Snowmobile

    Avalanche.org

    Mount Washington Avalanche Center

    Avalanche Courses

    AIARE

    East Coast Avalanche Education

    Tuckerman Skiing today

    SnowSafe Summit Recap

    Hiking Buddies

    Barn Door Hostel

    Hypothermia on Springer Mountain in GA

    Shuttle Drivers - Ridgerunners talk about their interaction with the victim

    Father and Son rescued after finding an abandoned backpack left by another hiker involved in a rescue

    Interesting Story Rescue Story

    The Trek released 2024 AT thru hiker survey results about backpacks

    Climbers rescued after Cannon Cliffs avalanche

    Another sharp downhill, left hand turn goes wrong



    Sponsors, Friends and Partners

    Wild Raven Endurance Coaching

    CS Instant Coffee

    2024 Longest Day - 48 Peaks

    Mount Washington Higher Summits Forecast

    Hiking Buddies

    Vaucluse - Sweat less. Explore more. – Vaucluse Gear

    Fieldstone Kombucha










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    Welcome to episode 185 of the sounds like a search and rescue podcast. This week our friends from 48 Peaks - the Alzheimer’s Association join us as we join the fight against Alzhiemers by encouraging everyone to participate in the 2025 The Longest Day - 48 Peaks hiking and fundraising event. Cindy is a multi time guest on SLASR and Paul is a personal hiking buddy of mine so we will get some updates from Cindy on her adventures and Paul will probably spill the beans on hiking with me over the last year or so plus he will share his personal story of how alzheimers has impacted his family and his journey to raise funds through 48 Peaks. All this plus huge snowfalls coming to NH, some reminders about staying prepared for adverse weather conditions, a rescue on Franconia Ridge, more place name changes in the news, and the story of a man who was adopted by a herd of goats.

    This weeks Higher Summit Forecast

    About this week's Guests - Alzheimer’s Association

    48 Peaks FAQS

    Hiker Celebration

    All the Details

    Learn more and find resources for you and your family at alz.org

    Our 24/7 helpline: 800-272-3900

    To learn more about 48 Peaks and to join us, head to alz.org/48peaks

    Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/48Peaks

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/48peaksalz/

    Topics

    Stomp is missing, Cindy in going to be the cohost

    Location sharing apps and the relationship drama

    Snowsafe Summit - come see Mike

    Big Snow Storm coming in this weekend

    Trailhead preparedness for your car

    Rescue on Franconia Ridge

    Philadelphia Eagles win the Super Bowl - Taylor Swift and Halftime Show

    Earthquake, Hawaii, Man becomes goat

    Name Change Drama -Denali and Gulf of Mexico/America

    Gear Review

    Paul correctly answers the dad joke of the week

    Beer Talk, Recent Hikes

    Guests of the Week - Welcome Cindy and Paul - 48 Peaks - The Longest Day fundraisers

    Show Notes

    Apple Podcast link for 5 star reviews

    SLASR Merchandise

    SLASR LinkTree

    MWRR registration

    Northern Extremes Snowmobile

    Are you willing to be tracked by your loved one?

    Snowsafe Summit weekend is here!

    18 inches of snow this weekend!!!

    Reminder about preparedness / trailhead essentials for cars

    Hypothermic hikers on Franconia Ridge

    8.0 earthquake off the Carribean triggers tsunami warning for US

    Man becomes goat: Accepted by herd.

    Hikers off the ‘rails’ at Haiku Park

    The Alaska Legislature passes a resolution asking for Denali to be retained.

    Tiny new gadget to consider before heading out on camping and hiking trips

    Guy gets arrested at the Airport in India over his Garmin InReach 2

    Welcare Insect Bite Healer

    Shout out to DC Rainmaker for his gadget reviews

    Sponsors, Friends and Partners

    Wild Raven Endurance Coaching

    CS Instant Coffee

    2024 Longest Day - 48 Peaks

    Mount Washington Higher Summits Forecast

    Hiking Buddies

    Vaucluse - Sweat less. Explore more. – Vaucluse Gear

    Fieldstone Kombucha




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    Welcome to episode 184 of the Sounds Like a Search and Rescue Podcast. This week - a Valentine's Day episode, Stomp and Mike give you their advice on some of the most romantic activities you can do in NH. Plus a close call rescue on Mount Washington, The Boston Outdoor Expo, Maine Town names, a dog falls 200 feet into a waterfall, Nancy Barton, and Hiking word origins.

    This weeks Higher Summit Forecast

    Topics

    Stomp is sick

    Mike and Stomp talk about Valentines Day and Romance

    Another attempt at a Hallmark Movie

    Groundhog day

    Conway Daily Sun is beefing with WMVW Radio Station - Fair Use

    Stomp’s list of NH Romantic Hiking Themed Ideas

    Romantic Hike to Lonesome Lake

    A Cozy Getaway at the Omni Mount Washington Resort

    Snowshoeing to Arethusa Falls

    Valentine's Weekend Getaway in Jackson, NH - Nestlenook skating

    Indian Head Resort - Sneak into the heated pool with your love.

    Adventure Suites in North Conway

    Earthquake

    2 Hikers Rescued on Mount Washington on Sunday - Serious rescue operation

    Maura Murray update

    Missing teen in Northern Maine

    Maine Town Name Origins

    Boston Outdoor Expo

    Dog falls over waterfall and Beavers build a million dollar dam

    Gear talk - Hiking Project and AirFlare

    Dad Joke and Notable Hikes

    Nancy Barton - Ghost Story

    Segment of the week - Word origins for Bushwhack, Cairn, Switchback, Postholing, Microspikes, Trail Magic, Ultralight and Search & Rescue

    Show Notes

    Apple Podcast link for 5 star reviews

    SLASR Merchandise

    SLASR LinkTree

    MWRR registration

    Northern Extremes Snowmobile

    Punxsutawney Phil says 6 more weeks of winter!!!!!!!

    Fair Use or Not - Media Spat between the Conway Daily Sun and Mount Washington Radio station - WMVW

    Omni Mount Washington

    Nestlenook Farm

    Indian Head Resort

    3rd earthquake in a week.

    Hikers stranded on Jewell

    Boston Globe Interview

    Maura Murray back in the news, with new age-progression photo released.

    Missing 13 year old in New Sweden, Maine

    Boston Outdoor Expo - March 1-2, 2025 - Boston Convention Center

    Exhibitors

    Speakers

    Moscow the dog, full send over a 200 foot waterfall

    People wanted to build a dam but could not agree how to do it, Beavers build it in one night instead

    Hiking Project

    AirFlare

    A strange encounter on Mt. Tom - The Story of Nancy Barton

    Sponsors, Friends and Partners

    Wild Raven Endurance Coaching

    CS Instant Coffee

    2024 Longest Day - 48 Peaks

    Mount Washington Higher Summits Forecast

    Hiking Buddies

    Vaucluse - Sweat less. Explore more. – Vaucluse Gear

    Fieldstone Kombucha














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    Welcome to episode 183 of the sounds like a search and rescue podcast. This week, we deep dive for recent hikes on Mt. Tom, Mt. Field, Mt. Avalon and Mt. Isolation. Talk about ghost malls, electric hand warmers, upside down gaiters, notable hikes and more!

    This weeks Higher Summit Forecast

    Topics

    Show was delayed because Stomp has to save some lost Snowmobilers

    Earthquake survival

    Plane Crash in DC

    New show spinning off for SLASR - So You Wanna…

    Extreme Cold Weather in NH - Staying warm tips

    Stomp sees a Bobcat and we discuss fighting a Bobcat and Mountain Lions

    Pond Hockey Event in NH - Skating skill, Shooting the Duck, fun team names

    Upcoming Events - Ty Gagne, 48 Peaks, Stomp DJ gigs

    New REI CEO - Mike teaches Stomp how to be a CEO

    Mike and Stomp discuss Liberty Tree Mall History

    Canada - US Border for PCT Hikers

    Place Names, Denali / Mt. McKinley

    Rec.gov website is running a lottery scheme

    Double Amputee from a minor hiking injury

    Electric Hand Warmers are the future of hiking

    Dake Joke spotted in the wild

    Beer talk and notable hikes

    Recent Hike on Mt. Tom, Mt. Field, and Mt. Avalon

    Recent Hike on Mt. Isolation

    Rescue on Mt. Belknap

    Show Notes

    Apple Podcast link for 5 star reviews

    SLASR Merchandise

    SLASR LinkTree

    MWRR registration

    Northern Extremes Snowmobile

    How rare was the earthquake that shook NH and Maine?

    American Airlines fight collides with US Army Blackhawk in DC overnight.

    Pond Hockey Classic

    MWOBS event

    48 Peak Winter Event reminder

    White Lake Ultras - May 3rd

    Race the Cog - June 28th

    Jigger Johnson- Aug 16th & 17th

    REI - New CEO

    Anne and Hope

    Alladin’s Castle Arcade

    Northern Border update - PCT closed to thru hikers.

    Denali now to be renamed Mt. McKinley.

    Interesting Denali facts

    Hiking Denali

    Transit Bus

    Hike with a Ranger for free

    Off-trail discovery hikes

    Denali Visitors Center

    Why is Booz Allen Renting us back our own National Parks?

    Booz Allen running rec.gov

    Veteran Hiker Explains How Minor Injury Led to Double Amputation

    Electric Hand Warmers

    Sponsors, Friends and Partners

    Wild Raven Endurance Coaching

    CS Instant Coffee

    2024 Longest Day - 48 Peaks

    Mount Washington Higher Summits Forecast

    Hiking Buddies

    Vaucluse - Sweat less. Explore more. – Vaucluse Gear

    Fieldstone Kombucha


















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    Welcome to episode 182 of the Sounds like a search and rescue podcast. This week we are joined by the NH Wild Crew - Nichole and Paul. They are avid white mountain hikers who focus on fun, photography and friends. They are here this week to share some stories, give us some info on their favorite hikes, tips on gear and photography. Plus we give a run down on proposed projects in the White Mountain National Forest including updates on Sawyer River road, Lincoln Woods, Hermit lake shelter and others. Stomp shares a story about Mt. Everest climbers using performance enhancers to increase their odds of finishing, butt sledding accidents, a review of some winter clothes from US Sherpa, a discussion about Snowshoe etiquette and butt sledding safety and a recent close call rescue off the greenleaf trail.

    This weeks Higher Summit Forecast

    About NH Wild

    NH Wild Instagram

    NH Wild Facebook

    Topics

    The Stomp crew was hit

    Plymouth, NH is the Nacho capital of NH

    White Mountains Schedule of Proposed Actions (SOPA)

    National news - hikers getting shot near the southern border

    Two Butt (or Bum) sledders injured in Canada

    Performance Enhancers for Mount Everest

    Wind Chill - Snow in Florida

    US Sherpa Clothes

    Burton - longboarders

    Skiing in the Dry River

    Dave Shits in the Woods is on the PUDS Podcast this week

    Hiking the Wildcats, Mike, Nichole and Paul

    Notable Hikes

    Welcome Paul and Nichole from NH Wild

    Snowshoes - when to use, tips and tricks

    Butt Sledding - advice and safety

    Recent Search and Rescues

    Show Notes

    Apple Podcast link for 5 star reviews

    SLASR Merchandise

    SLASR LinkTree

    MWRR registration

    Northern Extremes Snowmobile

    Plymouth kills it for best nachos in NH

    Current Schedule of Proposed Actions in the WMNF

    Current Schedule of Proposed Actions in the WMNF

    Sawyer River 2 Bridge Replacement

    Lincoln Woods

    New single track bike trail at Great Glen Outdoors Center

    Hermit Lake Shelters - Current accommodations

    Huntington Ravine Winter Access Bridge Replacements

    AMC Galehead Hut is proposing to install Solar Panels

    Campton Dam Sale, - potential buyer - Mad River Power

    Fabyan Cabin - Rental camp

    Falling Waters Trail Relocation

    Hiker shot by cartel, Southern border

    A spike in butt sled incidents

    Xenon assist up Everest

    Xenon Gas banned in professional cycling after use by Russians in Sochi Olympics

    Nationwide windchill map

    9 inches of snow in Pensacola

    US Sherpa clothing

    Khumjung Hat

    Burton finally listens to the longboarders

    PUDS for a discussion about bushwhacking the NH Highest Hundred & the NHI69

    Ken McGray’s recent article on snowshoes

    PCT Mystery

    BC skiers lost of Spruce Peak, rescued by Stowe Mountain Rescue

    Hikers assisted on Greenleaf Trail

    More details on the rescue

    Sponsors, Friends and Partners

    Wild Raven Endurance Coaching

    CS Instant Coffee

    2024 Longest Day - 48 Peaks

    Mount Washington Higher Summits Forecast

    Hiking Buddies

    Vaucluse - Sweat less. Explore more. – Vaucluse Gear

    Fieldstone Kombucha

















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    Welcome to Episode 181 of the Sounds Like a Search and Rescue Podcast. This week we are joined by our friend Alanna, writer, content creator, adventurer and White Mountain Hiker. Alanna will share some of her adventures and talk about hiking and sobriety. Plus we give a run down of events that are coming up in and around the White Mountains, a trip report of an overnight stay at Zealand Hut and a bushwhack to one of the NH 100 highest peaks, Stomp is back to Snowmobile guiding, and Stomp’s daughters join us to talk about Hiking with Kids and they share what is was like growing up with the legendary Stomp as their dad.

    This weeks Higher Summit Forecast

    About Alanna

    @ATALKINTHEWOODS

    Topics

    Stomp’s snowmobile adventures

    New Hampshire Events

    Stomp and Mike review Wicked the movie

    Review of Zealand Hut and a Bushwhack to South Hale

    Welcome Alanna

    Stomp’s Daughter talk hiking with kids

    Recent Search and Rescue news - close call on Franconia Ridge

    Show Notes

    Apple Podcast link for 5 star reviews

    SLASR Merchandise

    SLASR LinkTree

    MWRR registration

    Northern Extremes Snowmobile

    Survival and Sacrifice on Mount Washington - Ty Gagne Event in Gorham

    Recreation and Rescue In The White Mountains - Video Recap of Michael Wejchert Event

    Hidden Mountains by Michael Wejchert

    Waterville Valley Athletic and Improvement Association, WVAIA - Winter Social

    Launch details

    Tickets

    SNOWSAFE SUMMIT

    48 peaks Winter Safety fundraiser

    Register for this event

    GPS Track from Zealand Hut to South Hale

    Haystack extraction

    1st sled crash of the season

    Sponsors, Friends and Partners

    Wild Raven Endurance Coaching

    CS Instant Coffee

    2024 Longest Day - 48 Peaks

    Mount Washington Higher Summits Forecast

    Hiking Buddies

    Vaucluse - Sweat less. Explore more. – Vaucluse Gear

    Fieldstone Kombucha