<![CDATA[The Let's Hike Podcast]]>Welcome to The Let’s Hike Podcast—where hiking meets healing. Each episode features real trail stories, practical trail breakdowns, and honest, field-tested gear reviews to help you hike smarter and feel better doing it.
We’ll cover conditions, pacing, layering, safety decision points, and the gear that genuinely mattered—plus the therapeutic side of getting outside when life is heavy. If nature has ever been your reset button, you’re in the right place. Lace up, step out, and let’s hike. 

]]>https://theletshikepodcast.buzzsprout.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Thu, 28 May 2026 04:04:40 GMTWed, 25 Mar 2026 22:56:08 GMT60Jeremy<p><b>Welcome to The Let’s Hike Podcast—where hiking meets healing. Each episode features real trail stories, practical trail breakdowns, and honest, field-tested gear reviews to help you hike smarter and feel better doing it.</b><br /> We’ll cover conditions, pacing, layering, safety decision points, and the gear that genuinely mattered—plus the therapeutic side of getting outside when life is heavy. If nature has ever been your reset button, you’re in the right place. Lace up, step out, and let’s hike. </p>episodicJeremyjbeliveau9900@gmail.comno<![CDATA[Episode #8, Trailside Chats #1, Amanda Calkins - Wild Willow Farm and Herbals]]>In this first Trailside Chat from the Let’s Hike Podcast, Jeremy sits down with Amanda Clakins to talk about how time in nature can become more than just something you do—it can become something you rely on.

This conversation explores Amanda’s relationship with the outdoors, the role nature plays in grounding and healing, and what it looks like to carry those lessons back into everyday life.

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]]>43f6adfe-5cdb-43fa-b94a-7e4437f192fbTue, 05 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT<p>In this first Trailside Chat from the Let’s Hike Podcast, Jeremy sits down with Amanda Clakins to talk about how time in nature can become more than just something you do—it can become something you rely on.</p><p>This conversation explores Amanda’s relationship with the outdoors, the role nature plays in grounding and healing, and what it looks like to carry those lessons back into everyday life.</p><p></p><p>Support</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://buymeacoffee.com/TheLetsHikePodcast" target="_blank">buymeacoffee.com/TheLetsHikePodcast</a></p><p>Merch</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://lets-hike-shop.fourthwall.com" target="_blank">https://lets-hike-shop.fourthwall.com</a></p><p></p>no00:53:45Episode #8, Trailside Chats #1, Amanda Calkins - Wild Willow Farm and Herbalsfull<![CDATA[Episode #7, Gear Review #3, Packs]]>In this gear-focused episode, Jeremy breaks down how to choose, load, and use your pack as part of a complete hiking system.

From real-world pack setups to common mistakes and fit tips, this episode is built to help you move more efficiently and stay prepared on trail.

Plus, a look at the history of packboards and how Hut Croo in the White Mountains still carry heavy loads using traditional wooden frames.

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]]>7aadf0b4-a001-4a80-854e-4838f6480b5fTue, 21 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT<p>In this gear-focused episode, Jeremy breaks down how to choose, load, and use your pack as part of a complete hiking system.</p><p>From real-world pack setups to common mistakes and fit tips, this episode is built to help you move more efficiently and stay prepared on trail.</p><p>Plus, a look at the history of packboards and how Hut Croo in the White Mountains still carry heavy loads using traditional wooden frames.</p><p></p><p>Support:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://buymeacoffee.com/TheLetsHikePodcast" target="_blank">buymeacoffee.com/TheLetsHikePodcast</a></p><p>Merch:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://lets-hike-shop.fourthwall.com" target="_blank">https://lets-hike-shop.fourthwall.com</a></p>no00:26:3117Episode #7, Gear Review #3, Packsfull<![CDATA[Episode 6, Trail Report #3, The Wildcats]]>This Wildcats hike started with uncertainty—new people, unknown pace, and pre-hike nerves—and ended with gratitude. In Trail Report #3, I hike from 19 Mile Brook to Carter Notch Hut, traverse Wildcats A–D, and descend Polecat in winter conditions with spikes on all day. We talk views, trail strategy, and the deeper lesson: how stepping into the unknown can turn anxiety into connection, confidence, and a real reset in nature.

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]]>caba90bc-8746-4360-827f-c036c1ed1e4eTue, 07 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT<p>This Wildcats hike started with uncertainty—new people, unknown pace, and pre-hike nerves—and ended with gratitude. In Trail Report #3, I hike from <b>19 Mile Brook to Carter Notch Hut</b>, traverse <b>Wildcats A–D</b>, and descend <b>Polecat</b> in winter conditions with spikes on all day. We talk views, trail strategy, and the deeper lesson: how stepping into the unknown can turn anxiety into connection, confidence, and a real reset in nature.</p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://buymeacoffee.com/TheLetsHikePodcast" target="_blank">buymeacoffee.com/TheLetsHikePodcast</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://lets-hike-shop.fourthwall.com" target="_blank">https://lets-hike-shop.fourthwall.com</a></p>no00:28:4616Episode 6, Trail Report #3, The Wildcatsfull<![CDATA[Episode 5, Gear Review #2, Footwear]]>Send us Fan Mail

 Footwear is more than gear—it’s confidence, comfort, and safety on trail. In this episode, Jeremy breaks down how he chooses boots vs shoes by season and conditions, how to avoid common fit mistakes, and how to build a footwear system that supports longer hikes. Includes practical scenarios and Jeremy’s verdict system: Buy it, Buy it if, Borrow, or Skip. 

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]]>Buzzsprout-18838608Tue, 24 Mar 2026 09:00:00 GMT<p><a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2590217/fan_mail/new" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p> Footwear is more than gear—it’s confidence, comfort, and safety on trail. In this episode, Jeremy breaks down how he chooses boots vs shoes by season and conditions, how to avoid common fit mistakes, and how to build a footwear system that supports longer hikes. Includes practical scenarios and Jeremy’s verdict system: <b>Buy it, Buy it if, Borrow, or Skip</b>. </p><p>Support this podcast at: buymeacoffee.com/TheLetsHikePodcast</p><p>You can buy Let's Hike Podcast Merch here: https://lets-hike-shop.fourthwall.com</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2590217/support">Support the show</a></p>no00:30:37Episode 5, Gear Review #2, Footwearfull<![CDATA[Episode 4, Trial Report #2, Mt. Cabot]]>Send us Fan Mail

 Mount Cabot wasn’t just a hike — it was a lesson in smart turnarounds, patience, and coming back strong after time off. After two attempts that didn’t happen (including a failed winter brook crossing with my 75-lb dog), I finally summited Cabot on December 28th via Bunnell Notch. In this episode: the full trail story, winter systems lessons (including a frozen hydration tube), Cabot Cabin history, and how hiking meets the six human needs—plus a reminder that the Forest is For Rest. 

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]]>Buzzsprout-18727534Tue, 10 Mar 2026 09:00:00 GMT<p><a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2590217/fan_mail/new" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p> Mount Cabot wasn’t just a hike — it was a lesson in smart turnarounds, patience, and coming back strong after time off. After two attempts that didn’t happen (including a failed winter brook crossing with my 75-lb dog), I finally summited Cabot on December 28th via Bunnell Notch. In this episode: the full trail story, winter systems lessons (including a frozen hydration tube), Cabot Cabin history, and how hiking meets the six human needs—plus a reminder that the Forest is For Rest. </p><p>Support this podcast at: buymeacoffee.com/TheLetsHikePodcast</p><p>You can buy Let's Hike Podcast Merch here: https://lets-hike-shop.fourthwall.com</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2590217/support">Support the show</a></p>no00:23:50Episode 4, Trial Report #2, Mt. Cabotfull<![CDATA[Episode 3, Gear Review #1, Shell Layers]]>Send us Fan Mail

 In this Gear Review #1 episode of The Let’s Hike Podcast, Jeremy breaks down winter shells and venting—when you actually need a shell, how to avoid sweating yourself into a cold problem, and which features matter most (pit zips, hood design, cuffs/hem, and glove-friendly zippers). 

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]]>Buzzsprout-18708641Tue, 24 Feb 2026 10:00:00 GMT<p><a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2590217/fan_mail/new" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p> In this Gear Review #1 episode of <b>The Let’s Hike Podcast</b>, Jeremy breaks down winter shells and venting—when you actually need a shell, how to avoid sweating yourself into a cold problem, and which features matter most (pit zips, hood design, cuffs/hem, and glove-friendly zippers). </p><p>Support this podcast at: buymeacoffee.com/TheLetsHikePodcast</p><p>You can buy Let's Hike Podcast Merch here: https://lets-hike-shop.fourthwall.com</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2590217/support">Support the show</a></p>no00:23:04Episode 3, Gear Review #1, Shell Layersfull<![CDATA["Healing Through Hiking: An Introduction"]]>Send us Fan Mail

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]]>Buzzsprout-18645020Tue, 10 Feb 2026 10:00:00 GMT<p><a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2590217/fan_mail/new" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2590217/support">Support the show</a></p>no00:15:13Episode 2, Trail report #1, Smarts Mountainfull