Essential Tips for Older Backpackers

This episode focuses on the epiphanies I had while backpacking and completing the Colorado Trail in August through September of 2024. My recommendations are based on hiking 3500 miles, including the Pacific Crest Trail in 2022 and 2023. This channel is a positive resource that seeks to encourage older folks to pursue an active outdoor lifestyle. Live Wildly, My Friends.
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[@danidaskam1027]

Great advice/tips. Thank you!

[@MsCLMHawaii]

Thanks for sharing the lessons you've learned through real-life experiences!

[@kentv999]

Great advice! I’m just starting my backpacking journey and these tips are very helpful!

[@ashmaybe9634]

I have never walked over 4000ft, it's hard to imagine spending the whole trail above 10k!

[@MOGirlOutside]

Great tips. Love the shoe tip. I’m going to try this. As always- LOVE the photography. 🙂

[@donbarnett4201]

Good advice. will need to review several times to get full benefits of the tips. Thank you. Looking forward to the CT documentary.