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Planning Your Hike with AI
Shawn
Season 1 / Episode 54 Join Shawn and Mike on this tech-forward episode of Shawn & Mike Take A Hike, where they explore the brave new world of using Artificial Intelligence to plan backpacking and hiking trips. With the rise of AI tools like ChatGPT, Google Gemini, and others, trip planning has never been more accessible
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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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A Beginner’s Guide to GPS Navigation on the Trail
Shawn
advice, amateur, backcountry, backpack, backpacking, beginner, difficulty, hike, hikers, hiking, map, nature, rating, safety, trailSeason 1 / Episode 52 In this tech-friendly episode of Shawn & Mike Take A Hike, we dig into one of the most important skills for beginner hikers and backpackers—how to use GPS to stay on course in the great outdoors. If you’ve ever wondered what the blue dot on your phone really means (or thought
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Beginner Tips for Reading Hiking Maps
Shawn
advice, amateur, backcountry, backpacking, beginner, difficulty, hike, hikers, hiking, map, nature, rating, safety, trailSeason 1 / Episode 51 Join Shawn and Mike on this episode of Shawn & Mike Take A Hike, where we break down the basics of how to read hiking maps—without making your head spin. If you’re new to hiking and backpacking, understanding a trail map can feel a little intimidating. But don’t worry—we’re here to
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Fifty Episodes Later
Shawn
Season 1 / Episode 50 It’s a big day on Shawn & Mike Take A Hike—we’re celebrating our 50th episode! Join us as we take a laid-back walk down memory lane, revisiting some of our favorite moments, biggest laughs, and most surprising lessons since starting this podcast about backpacking and hiking for beginners. From the




