Outdoors With Hiking Bob Studio 809 Radio

On this week's podcast, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss hikes they did to mountain lakes; talk about news reports of encounters with moose and a mountain lion and whether you should be worried; they also talk about a 5 year-old boy who through-hiked the entire Appalachian Trail with his parents; a trail closure due to flooding, and more. This episode sponsored by   5 year-old hikes the AT: Fatal moose encounter: Mountain lion attacks child in California: Greenhorn Trail closure notice: Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit:  for more information. Hiking Bob on ,   and  Wild Westendorf on ,   and  Listen on ,  and 

On this week's podcast, Bob and Kevin discuss  why some recent backcountry rescues went well due to hikers being prepared. Also, they discuss people taking up residence in our forests, including a discussion about a recent news article on the subject. Rescue on Boundary Peak: Rescue on Crestone Needle (Facebook post): Bob's article about water purification: Colorado Sun article about homeless people living in the Pike National Forest: Earlier podcast with Pikes Peak District Ranger: Bob can use your help getting his photos on billboards across the country! Vote here: Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit:  for more information. Hiking Bob on ,   and  Wild Westendorf on ,   and  Listen on ,  and 

On this week's podcast, Bob and Kevin catch up on recent events: Kevin climbs another 14'er, and to an alpine lake, and Bob and Kevin hike on Pikes Peak. Bob asks listeners to vote for his photography: Also, they ask everyone to take a poll at South Slope Recreation Area info: Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit:  for more information. Hiking Bob on ,   and  Wild Westendorf on ,   and  Listen on ,  and 

Bob's guest this week is Jennifer Peterson, the Executive Director of the Rocky Mountain Field Institute (RMFI).  They discuss this years 40th anniversary of the founding of RMFI, their current work on the Devils Playground trail on the west side of Pikes Peak, and on the Barr Trail on the east side of America's Mountain. Also, their recently completed work in the Sangre de Cristo mountains, and new projects they've undertaken there, plus more. Rocky Mountain Field Institute: This show sponsored by:  Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit:  for more information. Hiking Bob on ,   and  Wild Westendorf on ,   and  Listen on ,  and 

Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Director Karen Palus is Bob's guest on this week's podcast. A semi-annual guest, she talks with Bob about the opening of the new Pikes Peak Summit Complex and the Colorado Springs Sesquicentennial.  They also discuss a study that evaluated the needs of the parks department in terms of infrastructure, and another study that compared where the parks department ranks with other cities.  Finally, they discuss overall parks department funding and how it compares now to prior to the 2008 recession, and then they discuss the TOPS program and the forthcoming ballot measure to extend the program. (Note: at the time of this recording and posting, the TOPS ballot language had not been finalized by Colorado Springs City Council. The actual ballot language may differ from what is discussed here). This show sponsored by:  Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit:  for more information. Hiking Bob on ,   and  Wild Westendorf on ,   and  Listen on ,  an

On this week's podcast, co-host Kevin joins Bob for a lively show. They discuss Kevin's recent trip to Capitol Reef National Park, and a caving misadventure.  Also in this podcast: parking reservations for Quandary Peak, and the need to plan ahead in general for outdoor recreation; Colorado Springs 150th Anniversary Celebration; free Colorado State Parks access to commemorate Colorado Day, and more. This podcast sponsored by Quandary Peak reservation system information: Colorado Springs 150th Anniversary: Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit:  for more information. Hiking Bob on ,   and  Wild Westendorf on ,   and  Listen on ,  and 

On this 5th Anniversary episode, Bob's guest is Colorado Springs TOPS Park Ranger Supervisor Gillian Rossi.  They talk about Leave No Trace principles and why they are important for the health of our parks and open spaces, and the wildlife in them. They also discuss the role of park users in influencing other park users to follow LNT principles. Leave No Trace: Colorado Springs Parks, Trails & Open Spaces: This show sponsored by:  Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit:  for more information. Hiking Bob on ,   and  Wild Westendorf on ,   and  Listen on ,  and 

On this week's podcast, Mandy Horvath returns to tell the story of her history-making ascent of Mt. Kilimanjaro. She talks about the physical and emotional affects of her visit to Tanzania and of her climb to the summit of the mountain.  You'll be in awe of her most recent accomplishment. Mandy Horvath on Instagram: @lifeproofbionicwoman Mandy's website:   Conservation Through Tourism: Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit:  for more information. Hiking Bob on ,   and  Wild Westendorf on ,   and  Listen on ,  and   

On this week's podcast, Bob's guest is Kate Miyamoto from the Colorado state office of the U.S. Bureau of Land Management.  They discuss the role of BLM, it's land holdings in Colorado, to include recreational lands and more. After the podcast, Ms. Miyamoto provided more information, that can be found here: This week's podcast sponsored by Springs Homes: Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit:  for more information. Hiking Bob on ,   and  Wild Westendorf on ,   and  Listen on ,  and 

On this week's episode, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss Bob's recent hikes in the Roosevelt National Forest, and wonder why trails that were destroyed by fire at the same time as the Waldo Canyon Fire have been rebuilt, while Waldo Canyon is still unrestored. Also, Bob reviews some products he's been sent, and a product Kevin will be testing. Also, lightning safety, and more. This show sponsored by: Product reviews: Coalatree: Sawyer: Special Offer from Pocket Pals Trail Maps: , offer code: Thank You! Column about skin cancer: Why you get winded when starting a hike by going uphill: Video on Lightning Safety: Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit:  for more information. Hiking Bob on ,   and  Wild Westendorf on ,   and  Listen on ,  and 

On this week's podcast, Bob's guest is Avery, the host of the "Crispy Soul Podcast". Avery explains what a "crispy soul" is, and then she and Bob discuss their adventures in outdoor recreation, how she got started hiking and camping, including mistakes made along the way. Avery also talks about how outdoor recreation helps her mental state, and general mental well-being. It's an interesting, informative and insightful episode! The Crispy Soul Podcast: Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit:  for more information. Hiking Bob on ,   and  Wild Westendorf on ,   and  Listen on ,  and 

On this week's podcast, co-host Kevin finishes reviewing the hiking he did in National Parks in New Mexico. Bob talks about visiting the soon-to-be completed Pikes Peak Summit House; they also discuss pre-planning hiking trips and being prepared; is Pikes Peak the right hike for your first 14'er; and more. Ten Essentials: Rocky Mountain Ride: / This week's podcast sponsored by Springs Homes () Recreate Responsibly:   Bob's Wildflower Photography Workshops- Garden of the Gods, June 26th:  Cheyenne Mountain State Park, June 27th:  Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit:  for more information. Hiking Bob on ,   and  Wild Westendorf on ,   and  Listen on ,  and   

On this week's podcast, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss Kevin's recent trip to a few National Parks in New Mexico; the "Recreate Responsibly" campaign, and what you should do if your favorite trail is busy; answering a listener question; and more. Recreate Responsibly:  Pocket Pals Trail Maps: Rocky Mountain Ride: / Bob's Wildflower Photography Workshops- Garden of the Gods, June 26th: Cheyenne Mountain State Park, June 27th: Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit:  for more information. Hiking Bob on ,   and  Wild Westendorf on ,   and  Listen on ,  and 

On this week's podcast, Bob's guest is Wesley Trimble, the Communications and Creative Director for the American Hiking Society. He and Bob discuss the origins of AHS, it's mission, membership and National Trails Day.  It's an interesting discussion about an influential group. This week's podcast sponsored by Springs Homes () American Hiking Society: Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit:  for more information. Hiking Bob on ,   and  Wild Westendorf on ,   and  Listen on ,  and 

On this week's podcast, the guest is physical therapist and "The Healthy Hiker", Alicia Filley.  A frequent guest on the podcast, and Bob's resident expert on fitness, she talks about how to get rid of the extra "COVID weight" many people seemed to gain, and how to exercise at home to get in shape for the summer hiking season. The Healthy Hiker website: Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit:  for more information. Hiking Bob on ,   and  Wild Westendorf on ,   and  Listen on ,  and   

On this week's podcast, Bob chats with Mandy Horvath, the "Lifeproof Bionic Woman".  Mandy recounts the traumatic event that permanently changed her life, the challenges that followed, and her accomplishments along the way. Her next challenge is to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro, and she talks about her preparation and fund raising efforts for the climb. : : https://www.gofundme.com/f/MandyHKilimanjaro This podcast sponsored by Springs Homes. Find them at Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit:  for more information. Hiking Bob on ,   and  Wild Westendorf on ,   and  Listen on ,  and 

On this week's podcast, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss an illegal hiking group of 153 people in the Grand Canyon; more land access restrictions coming; and should Gold Camp Road in Colorado Springs be permanently closed?; Colorado Public Lands Day Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit:  for more information. Hiking Bob on ,   and  Wild Westendorf on ,   and  Listen on ,  and 

On this week's podcast, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss a very rare fatal bear attack in Colorado; a couple of 14er's that have been closed by their private owners and what led it to happen;  a free source of topographical maps, and more. Topo maps: Local trail maps: Pocket Pals trail maps This podcast sponsored by Springs Homes. Find them at Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit:  for more information. Hiking Bob on ,   and  Wild Westendorf on ,   and  Listen on ,  and 

On this week's podcast, there's a lot of outdoor recreation politics for Colorado. First, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss the "Keep Colorado Wild Pass" bill that was recently introduced in the state senate. You can read the bill language here:   and read the FAQ here: Then, they discuss a new program allowing for bulk purchasing of yearly state park passes at discounted rates. And finally, the "Strengthening Backcountry Search and Rescue" bill: And FAQ: Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit:  for more information. Hiking Bob on ,   and  Wild Westendorf on ,   and  Listen on ,  and   

On this week's podcast, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss Colorado Parks and Wildlife's campaign to remind people to leave wildlife alone; a bear attack near Yellowstone; a tragic incident in Death Valley National Park, and how tips on how to avoid a similar fate; damage to ancient petroglyphs in Utah and more. This episode sponsored by the real estate pros at springshomes.com Colorado Parks and Wildlife ":  Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit:  for more information. Hiking Bob on ,   and  Wild Westendorf on ,   and  Listen on ,  and