By Land Podcast
Emory Wanger
An interview-based podcast exploring world of outdoor recreation. Topics include backpacking, thru-hiking, hunting, mountaineering, nutrition, conservation, personal development, and more. Each episode promises a refreshing and humbled approach to the outdoors and will leave you feeling encouraged to pursue the adventures you’ve been dreaming of.
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09/14/20 • 74 min
Mark Huelsing is a Dad, Husband, hunter, and just so happens to work at Exo Mountain Gear. However, in this episode, we go in a bit of a different direction. No gear talk and no hunting stories (ok..maybe one). I’ve always appreciated Mark’s insight that goes beyond the generic gear talk. Anytime I need an outside opinion on something, he’s ready and willing to offer a thoughtful perspective.
This is NOT a gear episode. Instead, this is more of a conversation you’d have at the end of a long day on the trail or hunt while sitting around a campfire. We cover everything from why it’s good for you to be bad at something, the feeling of needing to be productive with your time in the outdoors while also wanting to relax, and the realization that some of us might not ever be the world's greatest hunter.
If you’re in the mood for a conversation that explores more than just gear and stories, this is the one for you. I’m grateful Mark was willing to open up about these topics and I’d encourage each of you listening to do the same. Ask yourself the hard questions and see what comes of it.
Show Notes and Links
- Introduction to Mark
- Where Mark gets his enjoyment from his early morning training
- Thoughts on the crux of the need to feel “productive” in the woods when away from family
- How hunting creates participation with nature
- The contrast created by wanting to be relaxed in the field AND productive
- Learning to allow your mind to run with it when you’re in the field
- Where Mark’s outdoor story begins
- The benefits of sucking at something
- Mark's conscious decision to NOT be an amazing hunter in favor of spending more time with family (and being okay with it)
- The desire to have a story and process over a result
- The “pressure” in the industry to outperform everyone
- Being honest about what you’re willing to sacrifice for
- Taking advantage of opportunities when you have them
- How to follow up with Mark
- https://exomtngear.com/
- https://exomtngear.com/pages/the-hunt-backcountry-podcast
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08/12/20 • 78 min
I’ve been on the hunt for a lightweight mountain rifle for a few years now and just recently learned of Bergara Rifles USA after a friend said I should check them out. I looked them up and reached out to learn more and the next thing I knew, I was on the phone with Tony Smotherman talking about the Bergara backstory. Since this is a backpacking podcast, I think we’re due for an episode regarding a backpacking-friendly mountain rifle. That’s exactly what the Bergara Premier Series Mountain Rifle 2.0 is. It’s light, durable, and comes in a number of popular hunting calibers.
This episode might be focused on getting to know Bergara and what they do best, but I think it’s more than that. Tony shares his personal story of how he got into the outdoors and I think it’s something a lot of people can relate to.
This is what I love about this podcast. I can cover something as simple as a backcountry rifle and the company that makes it while simultaneously driving home the idea that we all have something in common, regardless of where we are from and what we do in the backcountry.
For those backcountry hunters out there listening, you’ll FOR SURE want to check out Bergara after this episode. And for those non-hunters, I think you’ll still enjoy the episode from the perspective of learning about other outdoor cultures.
Show Notes and Links
- Introduction to Tony and Bergara Firearms
- Backstory on Tony Smotherman
- How and why Tony got into the outdoor industry
- Learning to chase your dreams and goals
- Getting to know Bergara Firearms and their backstory
- Bergara’s decision to build custom firearms
- Employing veteran gunsmiths
- The team behind Bergara
- Product line comparisons
- The importance of the weight of a rifle
- The impact of rifle weight
- Benefits of carbon fiber rifle stocks (vs. wood)
- Choosing the right tools for the job
- Learning not to sweat the small stuff
- How to follow up with Bergara Firearms
- https://www.bergara.online/us/
- https://www.bergara.online/us/rifles/premier/mountain-2-0-rifle/
- https://www.instagram.com/bergara_rifles/
- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5_KVcmKS9L8VpFFCdCbO-g
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#94 - Decoding the Mystery of Tripods with SLIK USA
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10/28/19 • 70 min
Greg Napoli from Slik USA joins the podcast to help decode the mystery behind tripods. He runs me through everything from top to bottom, explains why you may need one, and how to select the right tripod.
If you want to get educated on tripods, this episode is dedicated to you!
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Show Notes and Links
- Introduction to Greg
- How Greg found himself working at a tripod company
- Background on Slik USA
- What it means when a tripod “performs”
- Selecting the type of tripod you need
- Working within limitations
- The importance of tripods today
- Considering brand choice
- When better “quality” is needed
- A rundown description of the Slik tripod I’ve been trying
- Thoughts on learning your craft
- How to choose a ball head or video head
- Thoughts on leg extension type
- Suggested Slik Tripods for backpackers
- How to followup with Slik
- https://slikusa.com/
- https://slikusa.com/collections/tripod/products/sprint-pro-iii-bh-kit-black
- https://byland.co/gear-reviews/slik-pro-cf-634svh-kit-with-svh-501-video-head-review
- https://www.instagram.com/slikusa/
- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBGIuCWv1mqIvnM2uyucL8w
- https://www.facebook.com/slikusa/
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#88 - Fly Fishing The Backcountry with Tenkara USA
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08/19/19 • 61 min
Daniel Galhardo discovered the Japanese method of fly fishing called “Tenkara” while researching the fishing culture of Japan. After realizing how effective it was not only for fishing but for backpacking and backcountry travel, he decided to Introduce Tenkara to the United States and has been successfully doing so for over ten years.
I wanted to have Daniel on to talk about fly fishing in the backcountry, but I ended up getting so much more than that. He has a great way of explaining things and is willing to dive into topics that create the foundation of our experiences in the backcountry. You don’t have to be interested in fly fishing to enjoy this episode because there’s so much great thought that Daniel brings to this episode that we could probably have a full-length one just on backcountry philosophy.
For those interested in experiencing the backcountry in a new way, you will enjoy this episode with Daniel of Tenkara USA!
Show Notes and Links
- Introduction to Daniel and Tenkara USA
- How Daniel found the Tenkara method
- What it’s like bringing Tenkara to the US
- The effectiveness of the simple Tenkara design
- What makes traditional fly fishing rods cumbersome for backcountry travel
- How the Tenkara design works
- “Limitations” of the Tenkara (and gear in general)
- How embracing limitations can help us
- How Daniel learned to embrace simplicity
- How to help people find their excuse to get outside
- New backcountry hobbies equal new places to explore
- How to find fish
- What makes Daniel return to streams to fish
- Exploring the question of “why”
- How Daniel decides to keep fish and when to release them
- Advice for choosing a Tenkara USA rod
- How to reach Tenkara USA
- https://www.tenkarausa.com/
- https://www.tenkarausa.com/learn-tenkara/
- https://www.tenkarausa.com/cooking-trout-campfire/
- https://www.tenkarausa.com/shop/product_info.php/products_id/207
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#81 - Hunting the Himalayan Snow Cock with Matt Hardinge
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06/24/19 • 56 min
Matt Hardinge is an upland bird hunter, backpacker, photographer, and filmmaker who has found a way to pair bird hunting with backpacking. He joins the podcast to talk about a recent film about a hunt for the elusive Himalayan Snow Cock. We cover everything from what the Snow Cock is, how it was introduced, why it’s so difficult to hunt, and what Pheasants Forever is doing to protect birds of all species so they can flourish as their natural habitat becomes increasingly damaged.
Show Notes and Links
- Introductions
- Matt’s background
- Accessibility to public lands
- Introduction to the Himalayan Snow Cock
- How Matt found his way to pursuing this bird
- What makes the Snow Cock so difficult to hunt?
- How to hunt a Snow Cock
- Transitioning from the standard bird hunt to a backpacking bird hunt
- Why the bird was introduced into North America
- Conservation in the world of birds
- What habitat do upland birds need to survive
- How hunting plays a role in the conservation of a species
- The general feel for how bird populations are currently doing
- Intro to the Pheasants Forever Organization
- How acquiring land works with the Org.
- How Matt came to do what he does
- Why Matt is attracted to the outdoors
- Recruiting new hunters
- Matt’s favorite way to cook game birds
- How to reach Matt
- The film https://youtu.be/Ul7XJmBoGeg
- https://www.pheasantsforever.org/
- https://projectupland.com/
- https://www.instagram.com/matthardinge/
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#78 - Backcountry Self Care with Rawlogy
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05/27/19 • 52 min
Marek is the founder of Rawlogy, a company that makes super lightweight massage balls for backcountry travelers. They’re eco-friendly, won’t take up space, and make it so you can give yourself better self-care when you’re battling muscle fatigue in the wilderness.
In this episode, we dive into who and what Rawlogy is, how massage balls work, and why Marek is doing this in the first place.
Show Notes and Links
- Introductions
- Making a sustainable product
- Marek’s backstory
- How rolling out can alleviate pain
- How much Rawlogy balls weigh and what each are used for
- How to implement self-care
- Addressing IT bands
- How impactful self-care actually is
- Reviews since launch
- What the journey of Rawlogy has been like
- What the outdoors means to Marek
- #shareyourballs
- The future of Rawlogy
- Differences in what products are available
- How to reach Rawlogy
- https://www.rawlogy.com/
- https://www.instagram.com/rawlogy/
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#73 - Let's Talk Kid Carriers with Deuter
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04/15/19 • 57 min
Deuter kid carriers are some of the most acclaimed carriers out on the market today. After researching which pack I should use to haul my little girl around, the reviews and feedback always returned to those offered by Deuter.
In this episode, we chat with Liz Esche of Deuter, who walks us through the new 2019 lineup of kid carriers. As a new father looking for help on what to look for in a kid carrier, I run through a laundry list of questions with Liz and learned several new things along the way. We cover the new updates to the lineup, standard features, model differences, and the amazing Deuter Warranty.
Show Notes and Links
- Introductions
- The history of Deuter
- Sorting through the 2019 kid carrier lineup
- When is a carrier appropriate for a kid
- How Deuter carriers function
- How much extra gear can be carried with a carrier
- Considerations for choosing a carrier and various features
- Finding the right fit
- Adjustability
- Cleaning the carrier
- Putting on the pack
- Hydration features
- Reaching and tending to the baby/kid when hiking
- The Deuter Warranty
- Kid-friendly backpacks
- General guidance on when kids can begin wearing packs
- Hike It Baby
- Price points
- Where to find and try the backpacks
- Differences between last years model and this years model
- Closing thoughts
- Learn more about Deuter products
- http://www.deuter.com/
- https://info.deuterusa.com/blog/eight-tips-for-introducing-your-kids-to-backpacking
- https://www.deuterusa.com/collections/kids
- https://hikeitbaby.com/
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#72 - Thru-Hiking Will Break Your Heart with Carrot Quinn
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04/08/19 • 76 min
Carrot Quinn is a long-distance hiker, blogger, and author of the book “Thru-Hiking Will Break Your Heart,” a memoir of her time on the Pacific Crest Trail.
We discuss her journey in long-distance hiking, why she decided to write a book about it, what that was like, and what backpacking means to her after all these years and experiences. Additionally, Carrot shares with me some things that might be difficult for some to hear and understand, but this is what I love about this podcast and connecting with people who share a similar passion for the outdoors. Because of backpacking, I had the opportunity to connect with someone about things I wasn’t aware of. Now it’s on me to investigate these topics further for my knowledge and awareness.
Show Notes and Links
- Introductions
- Why Carrot decided to write her book on Thru-Hiking
- On the process of writing and self-publishing
- The dynamic of writing a book versus a blog post
- Who Carrot was writing for
- Breaking the mold of “what a backpacker is”
- Exploring the narrative of the outdoors
- The power of social media in exposing the unheard narrative
- How we can help marginalized communities
- Learning to be open to new ideas and concepts
- The usage of public lands and the effects it can have on certain groups of people
- How wilderness areas can impact issues on the US/Mexican border
- The humanitarian crisis on border wilderness areas
- How Carrot’s research on the border crisis has impacted her awareness of backpacking
- What backpacking means now after the years
- Finding new challenges in backpacking
- https://carrotquinn.com/
- Thru-Hiking Will Break Your Heart
- https://www.instagram.com/carrotquinn/
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#50 - One Family, 6 Kids, and 2000 Miles with Ben Crawford
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10/09/18 • 62 min
In 2018, the Crawfords hiked the Appalachian Trail with 6 kids ranging from 2 to 17 years old. While they might agree it sounds crazy, when you get to know them a little, you’ll find that this is nothing unusual for them.
Ben Crawford joins me for Episode 50 to talk about how those of us with kids can redefine what it means to build a family unit. We discuss how he and his Wife began breaking the mold of what a family can and can’t do and how those of us with families can begin taking steps to get outside more and more often with our little ones, regardless of age.
Show Notes and Links
- Introductions
- How the family decided to backpack the AT
- Building an outgoing family culture
- Dealing with safety in the outdoors with kids
- Changing the mindset of child-rearing
- Addressing fear-based mindsets
- Experiences enhanced with those closest to you
- The early days of backpacking with a family
- Where to start with family outings
- Kids can walk
- Managing the cry
- Believing in your kids
- Managing expectations and deciding outcomes
- Life after the trail
- Final thoughts
- How to find and follow the Crawfords
- YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT2WgHiawhWgbahB0CNENkg
- Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fightfortogether/
- Podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fight-for-together/id1437289666?mt=2&i=1000420431040
- Facebook https://www.facebook.com/fightfortogether/
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#121 - The John Muir Trail RocketShip with Chad Lubinski
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10/05/20 • 81 min
Chad Lubinski messaged me a few years ago after my PCT hike asking questions about how to section hike various portions of the PCT through Oregon because he’d never really considered any sort of hiking or backpacking outside of the hunting season. Since that first interaction, Chad has dived headfirst into backpacking. In 2019 he battled his first big chunk of miles along the PCT and just one year later he completed his first-ever thru-hike of the John Muir Trail. That one single thru-hike that put him through the wringer forced him to adapt to the changing conditions of the trail and when he came out the other side, he had a brand new lease on backpacking. It was like a rocket ship to backcountry freedom because when he came home, he went to work pounding out the miles as often as he could down some of the best trails Oregon and Washington have to offer.
In this episode, Chad shares his personal story, lessons learned, and what it’s like to hit the backcountry with confidence.
Show Notes and Links
- Introductions
- Chad’s background
- Chad’s transition from hunting to backpacking
- What caused Chad to begin section hiking
- Experiencing the hiking culture
- Observing the efficiency of thru-hikers
- How efficiency can improve your enjoyment
- What changed between 2019 and 2020
- Chad’s experience on the JMT
- Navigating the permit process
- Preparing for the JMT
- Getting punched in the face by the JMT
- Lessons learned on the JMT
- Learning the rhythm of the mountains
- The powerful connection to others on the trail
- Chad’s takeaway from the JMT
- Confidence equals freedom in the backcountry
- How to followup with Chad online
- https://www.instagram.com/chadahooche_/
- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK9Hz3X4LcG4fczA5vtz59Q
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FAQ
How many episodes does By Land Podcast have?
By Land Podcast currently has 174 episodes available.
What topics does By Land Podcast cover?
The podcast is about Backpacking, Camping, How To, Hunting, Adventure, Nature, Podcasts, Hiking, Education, Sports and Wilderness.
What is the most popular episode on By Land Podcast?
The episode title '#119 - Being Bad At Something Is Good For You with Mark Huelsing' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on By Land Podcast?
The average episode length on By Land Podcast is 67 minutes.
How often are episodes of By Land Podcast released?
Episodes of By Land Podcast are typically released every 8 days.
When was the first episode of By Land Podcast?
The first episode of By Land Podcast was released on Oct 8, 2017.
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