In this episode, Dennis and Kevin are joined by Andrew Skurka. Andrew is a prolific long distance thru hiker, guide, and writer. His notable trips include: The Alaska-Yukon Expedition (6mo and 4700 miles), Great Western Loop (7mo and 6875 miles) and the Sea-to-Sea Route (11 mo and 7775 miles). He is also a National Geographic "Adventurer of the Year", Outside Magazine "Adventurer of the Year" and Backpacker "Person of the Year". We talk about gear, long hikes, cold weather, bear hangs, vapor barriers and adult onset hunting.

Andrew Skurka Website

https://andrewskurka.com/

Big Trips

https://andrewskurka.com/adventures/

Bear Hangs

https://andrewskurka.com/argument-against-hanging-bear-bag/

Alchohol Stove

https://andrewskurka.com/backpacking-alcohol-stove-system-gear-list-ultralight-premium/

Vapor Barriers

https://andrewskurka.com/vapor-barrier-liners-theory-application/

Be Prepared

https://andrewskurka.com/be-prepared-but-against-what/

Hunting Motivations

https://andrewskurka.com/motivations-deer-elk-season-opens-in-two-weeks/