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 • 160 episodes
Thenaturalmedic Adventures
Latest Episodes
Walk With Me Through Cinders, Peaks, And Moon-Training History At Sunset Crater
We hike the Bonita Vista and Lenox Crater trails at Sunset Crater, share why NASA trained astronauts here, and explain how a thousand-year-old eruption reshaped this volcanic field. We give practical tips on altitude, footing, water, and protec...
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Season 9
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Episode 160
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4:48
Trail-Ready Camp Kitchen Essentials
We walk through a trail-tested cook system built for fast boils, hot coffee, and simple packability, comparing stainless durability with titanium weight savings. Along the way, we demo the BRS 3000T, share smart add-ons, and show how everything...
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Season 9
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Episode 159
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7:02
How A Volcano Preserved A Colorado Forest For 34 Million Years
We walk the Florissant Fossil Beds and trace how volcanic mudflows turned a living redwood forest into a world-class fossil site. Along the way, we meet Eocene mammals, explore ancient climate, and reflect on the human choices that saved this p...
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Season 9
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Episode 158
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13:27
It’s Called Emerald, Not Because Of My Face After That Climb
We hike Zion’s Emerald Pools from lower to upper, compare the routes, and share realistic time estimates, views, and trail tips. Sudden rain, green water, and a few confusing junctions turn a short outing into a vivid tour of the canyon’s layer...
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Season 9
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Episode 157
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3:18
Where Stone Pinches Water: Lessons From A Narrow Canyon
We walk the Riverside Walk to the start of Zion’s Narrows, explain how the Virgin River carved the canyon, and talk through safety, gear, and why crowds change the experience. We end with plans to return better equipped and an invite...
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Season 9
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Episode 156
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4:19