The 46 of 46 Podcast

In this February episode I'm throwing it back to warmer days; a Summer-time hike where the gang and I set out to bushwhack up the 45th tallest mountain in the state, Green Mountain. Though not an official "High Peak" Green is taller than multiple High Peaks and is a mountain without a trail therefore requiring bushwhacking and off trail navigational skills through its thick evergreen woods to the summit of this mysterious mountain.As always use the promo code "46podcast" to save 15% off your order at www.PureAdirondacks.comPick up some Campfire Blend steeped coffee packs for your next camping trip at www.RecessCoffee.com and save 10% with the promo code "recess46"If you're in the market for a new tent check out www.CruaOutdoors.com

In this episode I go off-trail sort of speak and dispel common misconceptions regarding the world of hunting and conservation with fellow podcaster, Todd Waldron, of the East West Hunting Podcast and the Outdoor Feast Podcast. Todd is an ADK native, a lifelong hunter, and he is also a member of many conservation organizations and has a bachelors in Natural Resource Management. In our conversation Todd addresses many misconceptions the general public has regarding the subject of hunting. An important outdoors episode that is sure to leave you with a new and informed perspective. Todd's Podcasts:www.eastwesthunt.comwww.modcarn.com/tag/outdoor-feast-podcast/As always use the promo code "46podcast" to save 15% off your order at www.PureAdirondacks.comPick up some Campfire Blend steeped coffee packs for your next camping trip at www.RecessCoffee.com and save 10% with the promo code "recess46"If you're in the market for a new tent check out www.CruaOutdoors.com

In this week's episode I speak with Paul from the Aptitude Outdoors Podcast while he was here in the ADK experiencing his first Adirondacks adventure (and in the winter no less). Paul is an podcaster and outdoors fanatic from Ohio who promotes exploring wherever you live, even if it's not a typical outdoors hub, because there's always adventure to be had when you seek it out. Check out Paul's show, Aptitude Outdoors Podcast, wherever you listen to podcasts.For more Aptitude Outdoors visit www.aptitudeoutdoors.comVisit The 46 of 46 Podcast's website at www.46of46.comAs always use the promo code "46podcast" to save 15% off your order at www.PureAdirondacks.comPick up some Campfire Blend steeped coffee packs for your next camping trip at www.RecessCoffee.com and save 10% with the promo code "recess46"If you're in the market for a new tent check out www.CruaOutdoors.com

In this episode I'll tackle what many call "the unofficial 47th high peak of the Adirondacks", the mighty McNaughton Mountain to kick off the official winter hiking season on the winter solstice. I'll join some new friends as we tackle this rugged, trailess mountain as we bushwhack our way to the summit. It was a wet start to the winter season, that's for sure.Pick up my new 140+ page High Peaks eBook, "From 1-to-46: A Complete Guide to Climbing the 46 High Peaks". Available now at www.46of46.com. Click on the eBook tab and download to your phone or tablet. Kindle users can download via the Kindle App Store.If you want to support the show and you enjoy what I do with this podcast head over to www.46of46.com or visit www.46of46store.com to pick up a t-shirt, hoodie, hat, sticker, and more. I appreciate all the support.Want to book a time with me to help you plan out your next hike or your entire 46'er journey? Maybe your entire Northville-Placid Trail thruhike? I can help you plan it out start to finish and give you all the tips and tricks you'll want to know to have a successful day in the woods. Check out 46of46.com to find out more information.As always use the promo code "46podcast" to save 15% off your order at www.PureAdirondacks.comPick up some Campfire Blend steeped coffee packs for your next camping trip at www.RecessCoffee.com and save 10% with the promo code "recess46"If you're in the market for a new tent check out www.CruaOutdoors.com

Happy New Year everybody! In this episode I do something I've never done before; I pressed record and just started talking for an hour by myself. No guest. No script. Just me and a microphone.In this New Year's Eve special I go back through each episode from 2020 and give you a little behind-the-scenes look and tell more stories about the hikes, the episodes, the guests, the stories, and everything else involved with the podcast. If you're a fan of the show you should enjoy this episode. If you're new to the show, this episode may point you in the direction of some specific episodes you may want to listen to. See you all in 2021, have a Happy New Year!Visit The 46 of 46 Podcast's website at www.46of46.comAs always use the promo code "46podcast" to save 15% off your order at www.PureAdirondacks.comPick up some Campfire Blend steeped coffee packs for your next camping trip at www.RecessCoffee.com and save 10% with the promo code "recess46"If you're in the market for a new tent check out www.CruaOutdoors.com

“The Night Before Christmas in the Adirondack Mountains”Written by Kinnon AppletonAdapted from Clement C. Moore’s poem, “The Night Before Christmas”T’was the night before Christmas, and all through the ParkThere was snow softly falling, it was quiet and dark.The backpacks were hung by the chimney with care,In hopes that St. Nicholas would bring some new gear.The hikers were nestled all snug in their beds,While visions of summit views danced in their heads.And me in my tech wick and my darn tough socks,I just couldn’t sleep; I dreamed of climbing those ice-covered rocks.When out of my window I saw the moon rising,I gathered my gear and I started off driving.Down the road to the Loj I sped with great hast,Not a moment more of this night did I dare want to waste.The moon it did glisten on the new fallen snowSo I laced up my boots and I started to go.When what to my wondering eyes did appear,But a view of the High Peaks so close and so near.With their summits jutting up into the night sky,I knew in a moment up the trail I must fly.More rapid than eagles the mountain views cameAnd I whistled, and shouted, and called them by name:“Up Marcy, up Redfield, up Gray, Cliff, and WrightUp Street and up Nye and then on to Skylight”To the top of the mountains, I must reach every summit.“I can do this,” I said, I know hiker’s who’ve done it.Trekking poles in my hands and snowshoes on feet,I was making great time, not a moment to eat.So up to the mountain tops, this hiker he flew,With my backpack full of gear, and water, and goo.And then, in a twinkling, I heard through the trees,The crunching of snow by boots with great ease.As I drew in my head and was turning around,Down the trail St. Nicholas came with a bound.He was dressed all in Gortex, his suit was bright red,And a big floppy hat sat on top of his head.A compass in hand, and GPS on his back,He had all the right gear in his Santa Clause pack.His microspikes how they glistened, his headlamp how bright,And I thought to myself, “Am I seeing this right?”His boots were laced up tight with a bow,And the beard on his chin was as white as the snow.The hose of his camelback he held tight in his teeth,And his scarf it encircled his heard like a wreath.He had a broad face and a little round bellyThat shook when he hiked, like a bowl full of jelly.He started along, that old elf was fastAnd I yelled from behind him, “Hey Santa you ever heard the 46 of 46 podcast?”He nodded his head as he trekked through the snowAnd I said to myself, “OK! Time to go!”He spoke not a word, but went straight up the trail,I tried to keep up but I was chasing his tail.And laying his finger aside of his nose,And giving a nod, to the summit he rose.He sprang up the rock face, to the top he did climb.So fast, and so quick, he left me behind.But I heard him exclaim, ere he hiked out of sight.“Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night!”

This week is another Summit Session with fellow northeast hiking and outdoors podcaster, Kyle O'Grady of the Trail Tales Podcast. Kyle is an accomplished hiker having thruhiked the Appalachian Trail, he's an Adirondack 46'er, and he's hiked all 48 of the White Mountains in NH. In this episode Kyle and I discuss everything from ADK and Appalachian Trail hiking stories, to the world of outdoors content-creation, social media, the NPT, winter hiking, and more. Check out Kyle's Podcast "Trail Tales" and his Youtube channel with over 1 million views entitled, "Kyle Hates Hiking"Drink coffee? Of course you do. Check out the new steeped packs from Recess Coffee and pick up some delicious and ultra convenient coffee for your next camping trip or just to keep at the office. Use the promo code "recess46" and save 10% on your order at www.recesscoffee.comThanks to Evan and Pure Adirondacks for the continued support of the podcast. Save 15% off your order at www.pureadk.com with the promo code "46podcast"In the market for a tent? Look no further than www.cruaoutdoors.com and pick up one of their many tent options (even insulated tents) along with all your camping gear needs.

Hitting the trail with our K9 companions can be a joyous activity and it's important that we make sure our pups are prepared, fed, and safe out there when we do it. This week I talk to Wendy and Bobbi from the High Peaks Animal Hospital to hear all about the right ways to safely and successfully venture into the outdoors with our dogs. Before you head into the outdoors with your dogs it's important to always know where the closest animal hospital is located and what their hours are if an emergency occurs. The High Peaks Animal Hospital is located within the high peaks region in Ray Brook, NY, nestled in-between Lake Placid and Saranac Lake.Looking for a fun challenge to tackle with your dogs that gets you outdoors around the Adirondacks? Check out the ADK-9 challenge at www.adk-9.com

Hiking all 46 High Peaks in the Adirondacks is a difficult task. Hiking all 46 High Peaks in two months is an even more difficult task. Hiking all 46 High Peaks in two months completely barefoot seems like an impossible task, right? For my guest this week, however, it was his reality. Check out the fascinating story of how Joseph Clauss hiked all 46 High Peaks completely barefoot during the summer of 2020, and learn all about this unique style of hiking!Drink coffee? Of course you do. Check out the new steeped packs from Recess Coffee and pick up some delicious and ultra convenient coffee for your next camping trip or just to keep at the office. Use the promo code "recess46" and save 10% on your order at www.recesscoffee.comThanks to Evan and Pure Adirondacks for the continued support of the podcast. Save 15% off your order at www.pureadk.com with the promo code "46podcast"In the market for a tent? Look no further than www.cruaoutdoors.com and pick up one of their many tent options (even insulated tents) along with all your camping gear needs.

In this Summit Session I bring back Erik Schlimmer to discuss a lot of the hot topics often discussed on various forums regarding the Outdoors and the Adirondack Park. We get into everything from the trails, the issue of "overuse", how and why they were built the way they are, trailhead parking problems, hiking permits, and so much more. Find me on Instagram and Facebook (@46of46podcast) or visit www.46of46.comFind Erik at:www.TransADK.comwww.BeachWoodbks.comPick up my new 140+ page High Peaks eBook, "From 1-to-46: A Complete Guide to Climbing the 46 High Peaks". Available now at www.46of46.com. Click on the eBook tab and download to your phone or tablet. Kindle users can download via the Kindle App Store.If you want to support the show and you enjoy what I do with this podcast head over to www.46of46.com or visit www.46of46store.com to pick up a t-shirt, hoodie, hat, sticker, and more. I appreciate all the support.Want to book a time with me to help you plan out your next hike or your entire 46'er journey? Maybe your entire Northville-Placid Trail thruhike? I can help you plan it out start to finish and give you all the tips and tricks you'll want to know to have a successful day in the woods. Check out 46of46.com to find out more information.As always use the promo code "46podcast" to save 15% off your order at www.PureAdirondacks.comPick up some Campfire Blend steeped coffee packs for your next camping trip at www.RecessCoffee.com and save 10% with the promo code "recess46"If you're in the market for a new tent check out www.CruaOutdoors.com

In this edition of the Summit Sessions I'll speak with Bethany Garretson and Katie Rhodes, who are less than a week off the trail after completing the first ever officially documented female unsupported thru hike of the 46 high peaks in the Adirondacks, setting an official FKT at just over 7 days. A terrific story of fun, perseverance, friendship, and grit. You'll want to hear this story.One of Katie's main sources of strength in arduous times is the memory of her brother Tim, who took his own life on January 1, 2011 after a long battle with mental health and a severe neurological condition. This is one reason we decided to participate in 46 Climbs for Suicide Prevention to benefit the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) as part of our attempt. You can support our efforts to raise suicide awareness and prevention here, donations accepted until 12/31/20: https://afsp.donordrive.com/participant/2344764Drink coffee? Of course you do. Check out the new steeped packs from Recess Coffee and pick up some delicious and ultra convenient coffee for your next camping trip or just to keep at the office. Use the promo code "recess46" and save 10% on your order at www.recesscoffee.comThanks to Evan and Pure Adirondacks for the continued support of the podcast. Save 15% off your order at www.pureadk.com with the promo code "46podcast"In the market for a tent? Look no further than www.cruaoutdoors.com and pick up one of their many tent options (even insulated tents) along with all your camping gear needs.

On this final episode of the October Sessions here on The 46 of 46 Podcast I'll re-tell some listener submitted scary stories that happened to them right here inside the Adirondack Park. All stories are true and all stories are sure to make you look behind you when you're out in the woods. Happy Halloween!"The Incident at Azure Mountain" submitted by Brian H."The Five Ponds Wilderness Hunting Cabin" submitted by Tom

This special edition of the ADK Campfire Stories was written by John Fadden of the 6 Nations Indian Museum in Onchiota, NY from Lynda Lee Macken's book entitled, "Adirondack Ghosts: Stories of Spirits in New York State's North Country".Warm up this Fall with some delicious hot coffee from Recess Coffee. Pick up their Campfire Blend in a whole 12 oz bag or a box of steeped packs and taste that warm, campfire flavor. Get 10% off your order at www.RecessCoffee.com with the promo code "recess46"Pick up a new sweatshirt to keep you warm this October from Pure Adirondacks. Get 15% off your order using the promo code "46podcast" at www.pureadk.com

In Part 2 of the spooky October Sessions entitled "Bigfoot Beyond the Blue Line" I speak with investigative researcher, author, and Whitehall, NY native, Paul Bartholomew, about his research and 40 years of experience studying Bigfoot and other unexplained phenomena both in the Adirondacks, upstate New York, Vermont and beyond. A fascinating man with so much to say on this subject. Paul Bartholomew is the co-author of "Bigfoot Encounters in New York and New England: Documented Evidence Stranger Than Fiction" as well as "Monsters of the North Woods" and "Mysteries of the North Woods"Warm up this Fall with some delicious hot coffee from Recess Coffee. Pick up their Campfire Blend in a whole 12 oz bag or a box of steeped packs and taste that warm, campfire flavor. Get 10% off your order at www.RecessCoffee.com with the promo code "recess46"Pick up a new sweatshirt to keep you warm this October from Pure Adirondacks. Get 15% off your order using the promo code "46podcast" at www.pureadk.com

In the twilight, as the sun starts to dip behind the mountains, and its golden light kisses the surrounding summits, darkness engulfs the valleys below. The sounds of the forest awaken as the moon rises and a wailing can be heard for miles. A distinctive wailing that to some, may just sound like the wind in the trees…but it’s something more. Something sinister. But sometimes one wrong step down one wrong path is all it takes to find yourself face to face…with the Nye Wolf.Written by James AppletonOriginal concept created by Peter HickeyMusic written by Andres Soto, and AudionautixPick up my new 140+ page High Peaks eBook, "From 1-to-46: A Complete Guide to Climbing the 46 High Peaks". Available now at www.46of46.com. Click on the eBook tab and download to your phone or tablet. Kindle users can download via the Kindle App Store.If you want to support the show and you enjoy what I do with this podcast head over to www.46of46.com or visit www.46of46store.com to pick up a t-shirt, hoodie, hat, sticker, and more. I appreciate all the support.Want to book a time with me to help you plan out your next hike or your entire 46'er journey? Maybe your entire Northville-Placid Trail thruhike? I can help you plan it out start to finish and give you all the tips and tricks you'll want to know to have a successful day in the woods. Check out 46of46.com to find out more information.As always use the promo code "46podcast" to save 15% off your order at www.PureAdirondacks.comPick up some Campfire Blend steeped coffee packs for your next camping trip at www.RecessCoffee.com and save 10% with the promo code "recess46"If you're in the market for a new tent check out www.CruaOutdoors.com