The First 40 Miles: Hiking and Backpacking Podcast

The First 40 Miles is a podcast for people who are new to hiking and backpacking.

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064: CHILL: The Winter Backpacking Episode

Posted February 2, 201600:27:51

Show Notes: Episode 064 CHILL: The Winter Backpacking Episode Today on The First 40 Miles, is backpacking just a summer fling? We’ll talk about the...

063: Outdoor Themes for 2016

Posted January 26, 201600:31:11

Show Notes: Episode 063 Today on The First 40 Miles, what happens when thousands of outdoorsy people get together in one place? A city full of happy...

062: Is the Pack Half Full or Half Empty?

Posted January 19, 201600:28:46

Show Notes: Episode 062 Today on The First 40 Miles, is the pack half full or half empty? How you answer that question may determine your experience...

061: The Perfect Gateway Activity

Posted January 12, 201600:27:23

Show Notes: Episode 061 Today on The First 40 Miles, are you looking to persuade a friend or family member to come backpacking with you? We’ve got...

060: FIX: The Gear Maintenance and Repair Episode

Posted January 5, 201600:33:39

Show Notes: Episode 060 Today on The First 40 Miles, if you’re scared to take your brand new gear out into the rough and wild wilderness because you...