My Honest Advice to Thru Hikers

In this episode of 'Peanut Butter and Mountains' podcast , we tackle the common fears surrounding thru hiking, especially for beginners. Whether you're aiming for the John Muir Trail, the Colorado Trail, or any other long-distance trek, this episode offers crucial advice to help you embark on your hiking adventure with confidence.

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⁠ NOTE: the example in the itinerary is for the Uinta Highline Trail - you can delete and put in your info for the trail you're doing.


00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
00:22 Overcoming Fear of Through Hiking
01:13 The Importance of Shakedown Hikes
03:38 Creating a Motivational List
05:36 Planning an Itinerary
07:22 Preventing and Handling Injuries
09:06 Staying Safe on the Trail
11:30 Building Confidence Through Community
14:02 Starting Small and Building Up
15:30 Embracing Uncertainty and Problem Solving
17:24 Conclusion and Call to Action