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  • On this episode: paralysis of analysis, burning your gear, and giving up social media. We’re talking with Nicole Antoinette— author, thru-hiker, former van lifer, and reformed indoor kid.

    Nicole is a recent Massachusetts resident, new puppy owner, PCT thru-hiker, and author of a new book How to be Alone – An 800-mile Hike on the Arizona Trail.

    In this EpisodeThru-Hiking Will Break Your Heart – by Carrot Quinn, our guest on episode 44.The Arizona Trail – the hike which became the subject of Nicole’s book.Connect with Nicole AntoinetteYou can learn more about Nicole on her website: www.nicoleantoinette.comCheck out her Wild Letters newsletter on Substack.Become a Patron

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    Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirprojectSaveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen web: AdventurUsWomen.comJeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker web: SoCalHiker.net

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    The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

  • On this episode: the Triple Crown, ceramics, corporate finance, and hot chocolate shots. We’re talking with Carol “Cheer” Coyne, thru-hiker and founder of THRU-r.com – a community for thru-hikers, trail angels, and those who would like to be.

    Carol got hooked by the Six-Pack of Peaks Challenge in 2017, and has since gone on to thru-hike the Pacific Crest Trail, the Continental Divide Trail, and is currently finishing her Triple Crown on the Appalachian Trail.

    In this EpisodeSix-Pack of Peaks Challenge – rekindled her love of hiking adventuresTHRU-r.com – the hiker community founded by CarolADZPCTKO – the now-defunct “kick-off” event for the Pacific Crest TrailGoat Haunt Ranger Station – where they check your passport before you head south on the CDTConnect with Carol Coyne

    You can find Carol on Instagram @carollcoyne or on YouTube @cheeronthetrail where she currently posting from her AT thru-hike.

    Be sure to check out her hiker community at THRU-r.com and her hike-inspired ceramics at Dirtbag Ceramics. And if you’re interested, you can give her Hike Turnt playlist on Spotify a spin.

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  • On this episode: the Smokies 900-Miler, being a documentary star, and picking up litter and being a good steward. We’re talking with avid backpacker and public lands advocate Benny Braden.

    Benny is the founder and CEO of Responsible Stewardship, Inc., a 501(c)3 all volunteer, action based nonprofit organization that is dedicated to restoring public lands, outdoor spaces and communities that’s been affected by illegal dump site and litter irresponsibly left behind by others.

    In 2017 Benny set the fastest known time (FKT) for the Smokies 900-Miler. He actually did this twice in the same year. His fastest mileage and time set was 924 miles in 43 days. He still holds the record for the most efficient miles for the Smokies 900-Miler.

    Benny has around 9,000 miles under his belt with expeditions all over the world. From hiking coast to coast across Scotland to hiking 90 miles along the coast of the Black Sea in Turkey. He’s also thru-hiked the Benton McKaye Trail, John Muir Trail, High Sierra Trail, Uinta Highline Trail, Long Trail, Resurrection Pass Trail, Ocean To Lake Trail, and many more.

    He also was featured in the documentary HIGHLINE. A 2020 documentary featuring five friends who hike the Uinta Highline Trail and share their personal story as to why they hike. Benny shares his story as a retired EMT/Firefighter/Rescue Dive who struggles with Post Traumatic Stress (PTS).

    In this EpisodeSmokies 900-Miler – where Benny set an FKTMILE, MILE & A HALF – inspired Benny to hike the John Muir TrailHIGHLINE – a documentary with Benny and othersThe Great Outdoor Challenge – an annual “choose-your-own-adventure” hiking challenge across ScotlandHighlander Adventure – Benny participated in their Big Bear event in 2022Save Our SmokiesKudzu – an invasive non-native vine found in the southConnect with Benny Braden

    You can find Benny on Instagram @therealbennybraden

    You can learn more about Responsible Stewardship, Inc and the amazing work they do at: https://www.responsiblestewardship.org/ and on IG @responsiblestewardship.

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    The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

  • On this episode: Earth Month, wishcycling, ocean pollution, and sustainable packaging. We’re talking with Brook Hopper from A New Earth Project about something any of us who have purchased outdoor gear is familiar with: packaging… and how we can do so much better.

    In this EpisodeA New Earth Project – Sustainable packaging solutions. You can also follow them on Instagram @anewearthproject and check out their YouTube series.Wishcycling – “hoping” that item you put in the recycling bin is recyclable, and actually does get recycled. Many items marked recyclable are not curb-side recyclable.Connect with Brook Hopper

    You can find Brook at brookhopper.com and learn more about sustainable packaging at A New Earth Project.

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    The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

  • On this episode: favorite overcrowded hikes, booties, and hiking with dogs. We’re talking with Alicia Baker, hiker, trail runner, outdoor blogger and guidebook author currently based in Utah. She’s often seen on the trail with her golden lab therapy dog Charlie, and she’s currently training for her first 50k trail run.

    In this Episode52 Hike Challenge – which led to Alicia writing Salt Lake City’s Best 52 HikesBryce Canyon UltraConnect with Alicia Baker

    You can find Alicia on her website: girlonahike.com, on Instagram @girlonahike, and on YouTube at (you guessed it) YouTube.com/girlonahike.

    You can find her books on Amazon:

    Hiking Utah’s County High PointsSalt Lake City’s Best 52 HikesBecome a Patron

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    Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.

    The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

  • On this episode: tortoise helicopters, misplaced vs lost, and names that sound like trail names, but aren’t. We’re talking with adventurer, triple-crown thru-hiker, and wildlife biologist Sage Clegg.

    We talk with Sage about her “name-name”, her path to thru-hiking — which also led to her working with desert tortoises — and building a life that allows her to prioritize outdoor adventure.

    In this EpisodeGrand Enchantment Trail in New Mexico/ArizonaOutward BoundPacific Crest Trail (PCT) – Sage hiked southbound (SOBO)Yogi’s PCT GuideContinental Divide Trail (CDT)Appalachian Trail (AT)The Triple CrownLearn More About Desert TortoisesDesert Tortoise CouncilIronwood Consulting sometimes hiring for studiesBecome a Patron

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    The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

  • On this episode: mountain bike racing, the 80% rule, and trail maintenance. We’re chatting with professional mountain bike athlete, cycling coach and trail advocate Emma Maaranen.

    We talk with her about how she entered the world of professional racing, why she ended up started a new women’s mountain bike racing team, the chaos of a race start, the most important training day of the week, and much more.

    In this EpisodeUnion Cycliste Internationale (UCI) – getting a UCI pro license gets you into more racesBowen Sports Performance – where Emma coachesMoab Rocks – a 3-day stage race where Emma realized she had been over-trainingSisters Stampede – see the photo gallery TransRockies Race Series – next up for Emma in 2023COTA – the Central Oregon Trail Alliance (where Emma pays “rent” on her “office”)Connect with Renee PatrickYou can find her on Instagram @emmamaaranen and on YouTube also @emmamaaranenBecome a Patron

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    The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

  • On this episode: the Oregon Desert Trail, hikertrash, the Campmor catalog, and ground-truthing. We’re talking with Renee Patrick, self-identified as hikertrash who has been hiking for decades and is currently coordinator for the Oregon Desert Trail.

    Renee is a triple-crown thru-hiker with over 20 years of experience planning, hiking, and improving long-distance trails. She is an environmentalist and passionate outdoor enthusiast who believes that long-distance hiking can deepen our relationship with the landscapes and environmental issues that desperately need more advocates

    In this EpisodeOregon Desert Trail – A 750-mile route that traverses some of the most spectacular natural areas of the state’s dry side, including the Oregon Badlands Wilderness, Hart Mountain National Antelope Refuge, Steens Mountain, the Pueblo Mountains and the Owyhee Canyonlands.The Peace Corps (unintentionally) helped prepare Renee for long-distance hikingAppalachian Trail – Renee’s first thru-hikePacific Crest Trail – One of her favorite distance trailsWonderland TrailArizona TrailContinental Divide Trail – Capped off her Triple CrownApps: FarOut Guides and Gaia GPSBlue Mountains Trail and Renee’s article on the history of the trail.Ground truthing: the facts that are found when a location shown on a map, air photograph, or satellite image is checked on the ground (i.e. hiked), as validation.And while the newsprint Campmor catalog may be a memory, the company is still around online.Connect with Renee PatrickShe-ra Hikes – Her personal websiteRenee Patrick – Long Distance Trail Consulting – Renee provides insight and services to help long-distance trail organizations and developers to improve the hiking experience and inspire action on behalf of the environment.You can find her on Instagram @wearehikertrashBecome a Patron

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    The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

  • On this episode: thru-hiking, Wolff’s Law, stretching your hip flexors, and nose breathing. We’re talking with Lee Welton, PCT thru-hiker, physical therapist assistant, and personal trainer. We talk about how to train for completing long hikes injury-free.

    Lee “Flick” Welton thru-hiked the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) in 2018. As he was preparing for the trek in 2017, he found that there weren’t a lot of great resources that focused on training for long distance thru-hikes, so he founded Trailside Fitness, where he provides personal, online training for aspiring thru-hikers, helping them prepare and complete their thru-hikes injury-free.

    You can also find Lee on Instagram @trailside_fitness and be sure to check out his YouTube channel for great content on training, recovery and more. It’s good information for all hikers.

    In this EpisodePacific Crest TrailWolff’s LawIs long-distance thru-hiking good for your body?It might come down to what you eat during your thru-hike.Become a Patron

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    The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

  • On this episode: cheese, cat motels, is math the worst subject, and bikepacking as a family. We’re talking with The Knoth Family: Rob, Dawn Rae, and Max. They’ve been bikepacking as a family for nine years, and spend about a month of nights camping outside each year on their year-round bikepacking trips… all while holding down full-time jobs and school.

    About The Knoth Family

    Find Dawn Rae on Instagram @dawnraek and Rob @robknoth. They invite you to reach out with any questions about bikepacking.

    Mentioned on this EpisodeOregon Timber TrailBaja DivideRide with GPSBecome a Supporter!

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    The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

  • On this episode: art school, communism, and being out in the wild. We’re talking with Patrick Dunn, climber and founder of OUT in the Wild, an organization that makes the outdoors more inclusive for the LGBTQ+ community and teaching technical climbing skills.

    About Patrick

    Haling from the infamous beaches of the Jersey Shore, Patrick moved to the west coast in search of adventure and queer community. After struggling to find the queer outdoor community he hoped for, he started OUT in the Wild to create a space for LGBTQ+ folks to connect with each other in the outdoors and learn new skills. Patrick has been climbing since he was 18 years old and started guiding in 2019. Through guiding he loves to share his passion for climbing and the outdoors. In his spare time, he is also an artist and amateur chef!

    You can learn more about Patrick and OUT in the Wild here:

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    The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

  • On this episode: 2022, our favorite episodes, and plans for 2023.

    This is a shorter version — no guests — just Jason, Saveria and Jeff looking back on the past year and ahead to 2023.

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    The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

  • On this episode: Quiet quitting, rest, walks in nature, and sea turtles. We’re talking with Jill Rose, a life coach for women working in the realm of burn-out. She helps women find rest, which can seem to run counter to the active outdoor lifestyle, but is necessary to refuel the tank.

    We talk about the layers of rest, and how rest can help us be happier, better balanced and ultimately perform better in other areas of our lives.

    Before you do anything in the morning, get centered.

    Jill Rose

    Our conversation ran the gamut, covering the impact of social media, how rest looks different for each of us, and practical ways to “reset” during this busy season.

    We close the podcast with Jill leading us in a short breathing exercise that you can take with us.

    Connect with Jill Rose

    You can learn more about Jill Rose and her coaching at her website, Jill Rose Coaching and on Instagram @jillrosecoaching, or via email at [email protected].

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    The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

  • On this episode: Norman’s 13, rubrics, and 100 FKTs. We’re talking with Jason Hardrath, badass hiker, running, and collector of FKTs.

    Jason was a world-class triathlete until he went through the windshield in a car accident. Doctors said he’d have to leave that part of his life behind, and front that point, he was determined to come back. During his recovery he got to the point where he could hike. From hiking, he started peak-bagging. And soon, he was doing more technical climbs that required acquiring new skills.

    Since then, he’s gone on to accumulate 115 (and counting) historical fastest known time (FKT) records.

    Jason’s story is an incredible inspirational tale of rehabilitation, grit and determination. We talk about the experience of some of his FKTs, the missed FKTs, and inspiring his students (he’s an elementary phys-ed teacher when he’s not collecting FKTs).

    PLUS… we learn about the process behind the creation of the film, Journey to 100, documenting his FKT on the Bulger 100.

    Mentioned in this Episodefastestknowntime.comStravaJason gets the FKT on the Bulger 100Norman’s 13Journey to 100 – YouTubeThe Yosemite Picnic

    Connect with Jason online at jasonhardrath.com and IG @jasonhardrath

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    The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

  • On this episode: world premieres, documentaries, and the Colorado Trail. We’re talking with Jeff “Legend” Garmire, Dylan Harris and our very own Jason Fitzpatrick about their new documentary FREE OUTSIDE.

    On August 28, 2020, Jeff Garmire set out to break the unsupported Colorado Trail record. His goal was to hike 485 miles without resupply or outside assistance in under 9.5 days. No film crew had ever captured an unsupported record before. They would have no contact with Garmire for the entire journey. FREE OUTSIDE follows Legend’s FKT attempt on the 486-mile Colorado Trail.

    Show Notes00:33 – Introducing Dylan Harris, Jeff “Legend” Garmire and FREE OUTSIDE02:00 – What is FREE OUTSIDE all about?03:35 – The rules of an “unsupported” fastest known time (FKT) and how they have changed10:00 – Carrying batteries, cameras and memory cards for self-filming the FKT attempt (and all the other stuff you’re carrying)12:35 – The blister-popping scene13:30 – How Dylan got into the outdoors, film and video16:08 – Dylan’s 27 day thru-hike of the Colorado Trail19:45 – The world premiere of FREE OUTSIDE 22:40 – What was it like to see the footage from two different perspectives?25:05 – What Dylan’s been doing since filming FREE OUTSIDE28:35 – Legend’s FKT on the John Muir Trail38:00 – Respect for the Long Trail (and a throwback to Episode 2). 39:45 – Next on Legend’s FKT to-do list44:10 – Dylan’s film THE PARTICPANT and running a 100-mile race60:00 – Wrap-upMentioned in this EpisodeFREE OUTSIDE premieres on Tuesday, November 15th in Denver, Colorado. You can get tickets at https://holdmyticket.com/event/403195.THE PARTICIPANT – Dylan’s film about his experience running in a 100-mile raceFollow Legend @thefreeoutsideFollow Dylan @spiritofdylan and Dylan Harris Films on YouTubeBecome a Patron

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    The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

  • On this episode: mantras, apparel, and fitness is for everybody. We are talking with Adina Crawford, a athlete and yogini working to bring more diversity and inclusivity into the fitness space.

    Adina–aka Deanie the Yogini–is a certified yoga instructor, mentor, and community advocate. She brings her energy, passion and enthusiasm and shares it with those around her… including you as you listen to this episode!

    Show Notes00:33 – Introducing Adina01:25 – How Adina first got into yoga02:50 – Why the fitness space needs more diversity and inclusivity04:00 – Snowshoeing with Saveria and AdventurUs Women06:00 – Adina’s schedule07:57 – How Adina started running everything from 10Ks to marathons17:00 – Adina’s passion for yoga26:03 – What does an athlete look like?29:00 – The importance of learning (coaching, training, etc.)34:45 – Finding and creating inspiration36:30 – What needs to improve in the areas of diversity and inclusion44:10 – What’s going on at AdventurUs Women

    You can find Adina on Instagram @adinavcrawford

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    Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirprojectSaveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen web: AdventurUsWomen.comJeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker web: SoCalHiker.net

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    The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

  • On this episode: land crabs, sewing machines that talk, a brief history of zippers in the U.S., and upcycling. We are talking with Hannah Finazzo Krueger, owner of the Salty Boob, a company that makes awesome bike bags upcycled from used kite surfing material.

    Show Notes01:10 – Introducing Hannah03:30 – Background on the upcycled materials Hannah uses for their bike bags10:20 – How Hannah started23:00 – Sewing and Hannah’s talking sewing machine28:40 – Is bikepacking with a 4-year old the newest extreme sport?32:00 – Teaching others to sew44:20 – Where does The Salty Boob go from here?51:15 – Let’s talk about zippers62:15 – Connecting with Hannah and wrap-up

    You can find The Salty Boob bike bags online and at thesaltyboob.life. You can also connect with Hannah @thesaltyboob on IG.

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    The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

  • On this episode: Sierra cups, self-arresting, safety, and learning to live. We're talking with Ned Tibbits.

    Ned has worked as a U.S.F.S Wilderness Ranger, Rural and Urban Paramedic, Professional and Volunteer Ski Patrolman, Sheriff’s Department Search & Rescue Member, and currently maintains certificates in Emergency Medical Technician-Instructor, NOLS Wilderness EMT, the National Ski Patrol, the Wilderness Medical Society’s Fellow and Diploma in Mountain Medicine status, Amateur Radio, and Search & Rescue Instructor.

    Ned has thru-hiked the Pacific Crest Trail (1974), bicycle-camped 5,000 miles in Europe (1979), completed half of the Continental Divide Trail (1980), and hiked, skied, and snow-shoed his favorite trail, the John Muir Trail many times.

    Show Notes01:10 – Introducing Ned Tibbits 03:50 – Why are more people getting in trouble on the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) this year?07:45 – The "WILD" effect and the importance of preparation and training11:55 – What Ned learned from thru-hiking the PCT in 197414:50 – Advice for future PCT thru-hikers18:40 – Self-arrest tools and recommendations on snow travel skills33:20 – The transformative personal impact of thru-hiking the PCT38:00 – Ned's "Learning to Live" series44:30 – The internal challenges of thru-hiking 48:00 – Trip research: Vetting sources for information online53:40 – Connecting with Ned and Wrap-up

    You can find Ned on Facebook and his website MountainEducation.org or via email at [email protected].

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    The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

  • On this episode: Mantras, billionaires ranches, fried chicken, DFL, and Yellowstone. We’re talking with Gary Chrisman an amazing bikepacker with a long history of outdoor adventures — skiing, BMX, backpacking and more. We talk about his “soulful cycling challenge” circumnavigating the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, riding 1,200 miles with 85,000 feet of elevation gain over 14 days.

    This conversation with Gary reminded us that epic adventure can start right at your doorstep.

    Show Notes01:10 – Introducing Gary Chrisman05:20 – What it was like when he started mountain biking in the late 1980s.08:10 – Overview of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem ride (the GYE)14:40 – The health of the GYE from the view of a bike17:00 – Is the GYE an adventure that others can tackle?19:00 – Highs and lows on the GYE26:30 – How much food, water, etc. did you carry and what did resupply look like?31:30 – What bike did you take on the GYE?38:45 – Upcoming adventures 42:00 – Mapping and tools for route planning47:15 – E-bikes50:30 – Tubeless tires53:35 – Other recent adventures 57:05 – What are some mantras that work for you?67:50 – Wrap-up

    You can find Gary on Instagram at @tetonmntrider

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    The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

  • On this episode: Ultramans, the lakes of Arizona, “DFL,” and “are all race directors sadists?” We’re talking with Jen McVeay, race director for Ultraman Florida, Ultraman Arizona, and a whole bunch of events on Oahu where she lives.

    Show Notes01:00 – Introducing Jen McVeay03:30 – What is an “Ultraman” race?05:00 – Crewing for a competitor07:00 – What is the maximum number of competitors at an Ultraman race?08:45 – How do you qualify to do an Ultraman race?11:05 – The role of the race director, and when do you start planning an event?15:50 – How Jen became a race director26:15 – The lakes of Arizona and in the inaugural Ultraman Arizona33:00 – Jen recruits Jeff and Jason to crew (and finding crew members in general) 36:00 – Building community among the athletes and crews42:20 – Are all race directors sadists?49:40 – The 2023 dates for Ultraman Florida and Ultraman Arizona50:50 – What advice or motivation would you give to an athlete interested in making the jump to an Ultraman race? 57:35 – Crewing an event in Alaska59:10 – Wrap-up Mentioned in this EpisodeUltraman ArizonaUltraman FloridaTropical Triple CrownHibiscus Half MarathonBecome a Patron

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    Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.

    The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.