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New Year’s Resolutions
Shawn
advice, amateur, backcountry, backpack, backpacking, beginner, clothing, Comfort, food, gear, hammock, hike, hikers, hiking, journaling, map, mental health, nature, resolutions, safety, tenting, tents, therapy, trailSeason 1 / Episode 64 Kick off the year with intention, curiosity, and a little trail dust on this episode of the Shawn & Mike Take A Hike podcast. As the calendar turns to a new year, Shawn and Mike take a relaxed, judgment-free look at New Year’s resolutions through the lens of hiking and backpacking, focusing
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Post-Hike Recovery Days
Shawn
Season 1 / Episode 59 The hike might be over, but your adventure isn’t – it’s recovery time! In this episode of Shawn & Mike Take A Hike, Shawn and Mike talk about what happens after you’ve hit the trail for a few days and your body finally says, “Hey, maybe let’s rest.” They break down
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Portable Entertainment for Camp
Shawn
Season 1 / Episode 53 When the hike is over, the fire is lit, and your boots are off – what do you do next? In this episode of Shawn & Mike Take A Hike, we’re diving into the world of portable entertainment for hikers and backpackers. Whether you’re heading out for a weekend backpacking trip or
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Journaling your Backpacking Adventures
Shawn
advice, amateur, backpacking, beginner, gear, hike, hikers, hiking, journaling, map, mental health, nature, rating, therapy, trailSeason 1 / Episode 41 Ever wished you could relive a past hike, remember exactly what made a certain trail so special (or challenging), or track your progress as a hiker? In this episode of Shawn & Mike Take A Hike, we dive into the art of journaling and documenting your backpacking adventures. Whether you’re




