The Hike Podcast

12/20/2025

Nothing better than welcoming the Christmas season here in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Happy Holidays!

12/03/2025

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11/30/2025

I really need to record that episode 250, y’all. It’s time to get behind the mic 🎙️

Where have you been hiking these days?

09/15/2025

Never give up on your dreams 🥾

Betty Kellenberger Just Became the Oldest Woman To Thru-Hike the AT at Age 80!

On September 12, Kellenberger made history by becoming the oldest woman to complete a thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail.

The women’s age record previously belonged to Linda “Nana” Vanderloop, who finished the trail last year at age 74. Much like Vanderloop, Kellenberger didn’t set out on the AT with the goal of becoming the oldest woman thru-hiker. “The age record was incidental. In fact, I was nearly done before people started asking my age and suggesting I could be breaking the record,” she says.

She had been dreaming of thru-hiking since childhood.

To read the full story, head to the link in the comments 👇

09/14/2025

Hiking off the Blue Ridge parkway today, what a wonderful start to my day.

09/14/2025

This is awesome and inspiring!

Congratulations to Betty Kellenberger aka Legend, on completing her Appalachian trail thru hike. It was an honor and a pleasure being a part of your journey.

09/06/2025

Hike and Explore Virginia podcasts are featuring Green Cove Collective and an interview about the Virginia Creeper Trail this week. You can find it on both podcasts, so take your pick!

Scott Little’s heartfelt discussion with Lori about both the impacts of Hurricane Helene on Damascus and the Virginia Creeper Trail will give listeners a firsthand look at loss, perseverance and strength within the Damascus community.

Links in Hike’s bio ⬆️

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Hike is a podcast founded in 2018 with over 200 inspiring episodes featuring stories about hiking and the trail community.

Explore Virginia podcast follows Lori as she seeks out new experiences all across the state of Virginia. Launched summer 2025.

08/28/2025

New episode out today featuring ! We chat about what it truly means to hike your dog’s hike. We cover hiking basics, longer hikes, gear, nutrition and care. And for those who may not have a trail dog, we also touch on what to do on trail when you run into hikers + their dog.

I came away from this conversation very informed and I think you will enjoy it. Share it out with your favorite pup parents and friends. 🐾 🐶 🥾 ⛺️

You can find a link to listen in Hike’s bio or download on all the major podcast platforms.

08/25/2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Gene Espy, who died on August 22nd. Gene holds a special place in hiking history as the second person to complete a thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail, finishing his remarkable journey in 1951.

Born in Cordele, Georgia, Gene was a lifetime member of the Georgia Appalachian Trail Club and remained a generous supporter of the club throughout his life. Many hikers will remember Gene from his visits to Amicalola Falls State Park Visitor Center, where he loved meeting fellow adventurers, sharing stories from the trail, and showing visitors his original 1951 hiking equipment on display.

Gene's pioneering spirit and dedication to the Appalachian Trail helped pave the way for countless hikers who followed in his footsteps. His legacy lives on in every person he inspired to set out on the trail he loved so deeply. The trail community has lost a true legend and our thoughts are with Gene's family and all who knew him.

PHOTO: GATC Board Member John Turner, visits with Gene at Amicalola Falls State Park in front of the display recounting his historic 1951 thru hike.

08/22/2025

Some great tips and thoughts for those who might be new to bushwhacking or interested in going off-trail. Understanding risks, navigation and having a plan to mitigate risks are essential.

08/22/2025

New episode up featuring on the brand new

This episode packs in a lot of great info! From education programs to sitting riverside with a river inspired beverage, we cover it all.

FOTNF are passionate about their sassy and spicy North Fork of the Shenandoah River.

Their conservation organization’s page states they are “Loud for the river. Local to the core. We’re your North Fork watchdogs, storytellers, and splash-makers. Because this river can’t speak for itself-but we can.”

After listening to this interview with Laura, Gael and Molly you will want to immerse yourself in one of the many bends of the North Fork.

Go check it out on Apple Podcasts or hosted at
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2510405/episodes/17713636-friends-of-the-north-fork-of-the-shenandoah-river