Thenaturalmedic Adventures
Hello there, and thanks so much for joining us here! You are probably wondering what this podcast is all about? In this podcast, we will talk about all sorts of outdoor adventures, but primarily, for now, we will focus on hiking and backpacking. No other outdoor adventure is so accessible to so many people! So please join us as we talk about how to hike/backpack and learn how to hike any length trail from your local neighborhood parks to those long trails such as the Appalachian and others worldwide! Remember... "in every walk with nature; one receives far more than he seeks... - John Muir " See you on the trail!
Podcasting since 2021 • 150 episodes
Thenaturalmedic Adventures
Latest Episodes
Ancient Petroglyphs, Mormon Orchards, And A Desert Valley That Sustained Two Worlds
We follow the petroglyphs of Capitol Reef to explore how Native families and later Mormon settlers used the same fertile valley to live, farm, and make meaning. From lost panels to living orchards, we connect tools, water, and story across cent...
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Season 8
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Episode 150
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6:03
How A Bridge Forms In Stone And Why Solitude Still Lives In Utah’s Least Crowded Park
We hike to Hickman Bridge in Capitol Reef and unpack why the park is named for domes and a land reef. Along the way, we spot ancient handprints, explain how a natural bridge forms, and share why this quieter park stands out among Utah's big fiv...
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Season 8
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Episode 149
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7:59
Risk, Reward, And The Quiet Beauty Of Utah’s Cathedral Valley
A quick scout of Cathedral Valley shows how to judge the Fremont River ford, when two-wheel drive is enough, and why timing and weather call the shots. We pivot for cattle, grab a geocache, and map a smarter return for the whole loop.• ...
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Season 8
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Episode 148
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4:02
Your Suitcase Called; It Wants A Day Off
Video Version: https://youtu.be/6VUjqYWgNSYI put the Maetin Travel Backpack through a year of real trips to see if it can replace a rolling carry-on. From pockets and padding to durability and exact dimensions, I share what works, what's...
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Season 8
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Episode 147
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6:04
Reading Rock Art: Petroglyphs, Dinosaurs, And Time
Note: Please see YouTube for a video versionWe trace Utah's Potash Road to packed petroglyph panels and nearby dinosaur tracks, unpacking how to identify motifs, read track slabs, and protect fragile surfaces. Along the way, we confront ...
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Season 8
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Episode 146
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11:01