cover of episode 178. Thru-Hiker & Adventurer Cam Bostock On Trail Families, Trail Names, & The Most Amazing Qualities Of The Pacific Crest Trail

178. Thru-Hiker & Adventurer Cam Bostock On Trail Families, Trail Names, & The Most Amazing Qualities Of The Pacific Crest Trail

2024/12/23
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In this episode we welcome Pacific Crest Trail thru-hiker & all-around adventurer Cam Bostock. Here, he goes into his trek as an already experienced hiker and mountaineer. Cam includes so much insight into hiking long trails and gives his best tips on food, gear, starting out and more.

In this episode, you'll learn about:

  1. His rarely used trail name (bestowed to him by his trail family)

  2. Details on his favorite Ultralight Pack

  3. The pros of being in a trail family

  4. His best tips for aspiring long-distance hikers, & much more!

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Episode Music: "Communicator" by Reed Mathis