Two Chicks with Hiking Sticks

09/10/2026

🌋 This week on Two Chicks with Hiking Sticks, we’re heading into the fiery heart of Northern California!

Just who was this park named after?! Join us as we explore Lassen Volcanic National Park, a place where volcanic history comes alive through steaming fumaroles, bubbling mud pots, turquoise lakes, rugged peaks, and some seriously beautiful hiking trails.

Lassen is a fascinating reminder that the landscape beneath our feet is anything but quiet! From the remains of Lassen Peak’s massive eruption to the park’s geothermal wonders, there’s plenty to discover.

So lace up those hiking shoes and come explore Lassen with us! 🥾🏔️

Watch here https://youtu.be/S5ko5G2m71A or 🎧 listen to this week’s episode wherever you go to enjoy your favorite podcasts!

Don't forget to "Hike Your Own Hike!" 🥾

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09/03/2026

🏞️ This week, we're visiting Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park!

We're heading to Georgia to explore Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park—a place where the landscape itself tells a story thousands of years in the making.

From enormous ceremonial mounds and ancient earthworks to the people and cultures who called this land home, Ocmulgee offers a fascinating glimpse into the deep history of the Southeast. And yes… there's a little hiking involved, too! 🥾

Come along as we explore the history, the trails, the mounds, and some of the stories behind this incredible National Park Service site.

Watch this latest episode here https://youtu.be/e_umHwszBCQ or 🎧 listen to this wherever you like to listen to your favorite podcasts then tell us: Have you visited Ocmulgee Mounds?

As always… **Hike Your Own Hike!** 🥾

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08/27/2026

🏔️ This week, Two Chicks with Hiking Sticks is heading to the North Cascades! 🥾

Often called the “American Alps,” North Cascades National Park is a spectacular landscape of jagged peaks, more than 300 glaciers, turquoise lakes, waterfalls, forests, and incredible wilderness. 🌲❄️

Join us as we explore one of America’s most rugged and breathtaking national parks, discover a little of its history, and talk about why this hidden gem in Washington State deserves a spot on your hiking bucket list!

Watch here https://youtu.be/0aCsbVVC97Q or listen 🎧 wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. Grab your sticks and come along with us!

**Hike Your Own Hike!** 🥾💚

We're covering one of the least-visited parks in the whole system: ...

08/20/2026

🏞️ Step back in time with us as we explore Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park—the site where the first major battle of the Mexican-American War was fought in 1846.

Located near Brownsville, Texas, this peaceful stretch of coastal prairie was once the scene of a battle that helped shape the future borders of the United States and Mexico. Join us as we walk the battlefield, uncover its history, and reflect on the people and events behind this pivotal moment in American history.

Watch it here https://youtu.be/-7Xn5Rv9u4g or🎙️ listen wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts!

**Hike Your Own Hike!** 🥾

Most people have never heard of the Mexican-American War — but it g...

08/13/2026

If you'd like to take a closer look at the Piedras Marcadas hiking trail and the petroglyphs, join us on a virtual hike!

https://youtu.be/KGEdR4LPbXY

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08/13/2026

🌵 This week on Two Chicks with Hiking Sticks, we’re exploring Petroglyph National Monument — where the desert landscape is covered with stories carved into volcanic rock hundreds, and in some cases thousands, of years ago.

We’ll hike among the ancient petroglyphs, talk about the people who created them, and share some of the fascinating history and mysteries behind these incredible images. 🪨👣

If you love hiking, history, and discovering the stories hiding in the landscape, you won’t want to miss this one!

🎙️ Watch us here https://youtu.be/SEdvUe3eerY or listen in where you usually listen to your podcasts.

**Hike Your Own Hike.** 🥾

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08/11/2026

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08/06/2026

Ready for alpine meadows bursting with wildflowers, waterfalls around every bend, and jaw-dropping views of one of America's most iconic peaks? 🏔️🥾

In our latest episode of Two Chicks with Hiking Sticks, we're exploring Mount Rainier National Park! Join us as we share information about trails, scenic overlooks, history, and helpful tips for planning your own adventure to Washington's majestic mountain.

Whether you're dreaming of hiking the Skyline Trail, photographing fields of lupine, or simply soaking in the beauty of the Pacific Northwest, this episode is packed with information.

Watch here https://youtu.be/LAcgbxDpZnY or 🎧 tune in wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. Start planning your next national park adventure!

Have you visited Mount Rainier? We'd love to hear about your favorite hike or unforgettable memory in the comments!

Ever wondered what it's actually like to visit Mount Rainier Nation...

07/30/2026

😎 Did you get a chance to watch our latest episode about Fort Union? Are you ready to join us on a virtual hike? Grab your sticks and let's go! 🥾

https://youtu.be/e1aNp1bqRZo

Come walk with us through Fort Union National Monument in northeast...

07/30/2026

🏞️ Fort Union National Monument – Where History Meets the High Plains

What do wagon trains, soldiers, traders, and the Santa Fe Trail all have in common? Fort Union!

Join us as we explore the largest military fort ever built in the American Southwest and uncover the fascinating stories hidden among its adobe ruins. From protecting travelers along the Santa Fe Trail to serving as a bustling supply depot during the Civil War era, Fort Union played a vital role in shaping the history of the West.

We'll walk the grounds, share some surprising facts, and show you why this often-overlooked National Monument may deserve a spot on your travel list.

🎧 Tune in, hit subscribe, and come explore another incredible destination with Two Chicks with Hiking Sticks! Watch here https://youtu.be/t6bMLSNPScw or listen wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.

Have you visited Fort Union National Monument? We'd love to hear your favorite memories in the comments!

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