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Scott and Casey recap their trip to Nepal!  Acute Mountain Sickness --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/getin2nature/message

Today’s trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar was 7 miles with around 3,000 feet of elevation gain. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/getin2nature/message

Our trek today was 4 miles with a negative descent for the day. Casey won the contest for being the first person in the group to vomit! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/getin2nature/message

Scott and Casey talk about their travels to Kathmandu, initial reactions, and Scott’s almost camera mishap. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/getin2nature/message

Scott and Casey start their journey to Everest Base Camp and record a quick episode before their first flight. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/getin2nature/message

Scott and Casey chatted with Lindsey Falkenburg the writer behind the blog Tandem Trekking that she runs with her husband, the photographer, Kyle. The pair have thru hiked the Appalachian Trail and the Pacific Crest Trail, recently bought an ambulance, and are about to go on their first canyoneering trip. Lindsey is self proclaimed planning ninja (well I made that title up but it fits) who is using her skills to mentor future thru hikers. Be sure to check out tandemtrekking.com for all kinds of awesome resources like packing lists, the application for Lindsey’s pilot program “The Thruhikers Guide to the Galaxy”, and some serious belly laughs. Lindsey is also on IG @tandemtrekking so hop over there and give her a follow. Apply for The Thruhikers' Guide to the Galaxy program before Oct. 31st.  The personality assessments we talked about are the Four Tendencies and the Enneagram.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/getin2nature/message

Matt Payne, who taught us how to take breathtaking mountain photos introduced Scott and Casey to Michael Bollino.  Michael is a landscape photographer based out of Portland, OR. He got his start in landscape photography documenting his backpacking and climbing adventures with friends while exploring nature. His love for Landscape photography grew from there and took him on awesome trekking adventures to the Tibet, Himalayas, India, and a year-long trip in South America. Due to his amazing work, Michael was the featured article in Outdoor Photographers' annual landscape special publication. In this episode we discuss with Michael: · His Follow the Light methodology for photography and life! · His trekking and photo adventures in Nepal · How his first trip to Nepal positively impacted his life Where to find Michael: · IG @michaelbollino · www.michaelbollino.com · FB: Michael Bollino Photography All right naturites, we are super excited to share with you this interview. Enjoy the show! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/getin2nature/message

We will be on our way to Nepal at this time next week!! In this episode Scott and Casey chat about the past two weeks of training, a nutrition mishap, and leaving the Omso pocket at a bar.  The personality assessment mentioned is the the Enneagram, you can take the quiz here if you want to know your number.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/getin2nature/message

In this episode you will learn the ins and outs of getting physically ready for a trek with Rowan Smith a personal trainer based in Sydney Australia. Rowan uses his background as a personal trainer along principles of Sports Science and Strength and Conditioning to help amateur trekkers prepare for their adventures. During the episode we talked about the biggest mistakes people make when preparing for a trek, his podcast “The Training For Trekking” podcast, and the homework he gave us to prepare for Everest Base Camp.  Check out Rowan's 'Hikers Knee Prevention Guide', a free downloadable PDF which runs through his system to prevent knee pain while hiking (which sooo many people get!) plus it includes a free 12-week training program to help. Give Rowan's podcast a listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-training-for-trekking-podcast/id1461729348 Connect with him on IG @summitstrength.au https://www.summitstrength.com.au/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/getin2nature/message

In this episode, Scott and Casey talk to Khem Suthiwan, an Everest Base Camp alum. Khem shared her training secrets along with what she would do different next time. We also talked gear, and the biggest challenges from the trek. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/getin2nature/message

Scott and Casey chat about their weekly training!  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/getin2nature/message

In this episode we interview Matt Payne. Matt is an adventurer, mountaineer, and Landscape photographer who summitted his first 14er at the age of 6.  Since then he has summited all of Colorado’s 14ers (53) and the highest 100 mountains in Colorado known as the Centennials and taken some of the most amazing pictures while on his adventures. Matt is also the host of the “F-Stop Collaborate and Listen” podcast, where he interviews other amazing landscape photographers. His work has been featured in several publications, exhibitions and media. While collecting numerous awards including but not limited to the 2018 Epson International Panorama Awards, 2017 Fine Arts Photography Awards, etc. Matt was also featured in “Out There Colorado” as one of the top 15 photographers in Colorado. In this episode we discuss: - Matt’s journey to becoming an amazing landscape photographer - Process for staying in moment to ensure he experiences his immediate surroundings while taking photos - His reasoning for starting the Nature First Alliance! To follow Matt and to experience his art visit: - www.mattpaynephotography.com - IG:mattpaynephoto - If in Durango CO on  9/13 o https://www.facebook.com/events/illuminarts/matt-payne-art-show-opening/735360220256897/ - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/f-stop-collaborate-listen-landscape-photography-podcast/id1225041640   Thanks for tuning in and enjoy the show! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/getin2nature/message

Scott and Casey talk about their weekly training, new solar chargers, and upcoming nutrition experiments.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/getin2nature/message

In this episode we sitdown with Jensen & Nikolai who are Co-Founders of Ombraz, a Zero Carbon footprint company that is changing the sunglass industry. What make’s Ombraz high quality and durable sunglasses unique is their extreme comfort due to the lack of sidearms. And yes, they will stay on your face throughout one’s outdoor adventures. Another unique characteristic of Ombraz that Casey and I are most excited about is that the company is a Zero Carbon footprint company! They are striving to make a difference to protect mother nature by planting 20 trees for every pair of sunglasses sold! Their award-winning sunglasses was the winner of backpackers magazine’s 2019 gear editors choice award. In this episode of the Get-In-2-Nature podcast, we discuss with Jensen & Nikoli: - Their journey for creating unique armless sunglasses - How to choose the right type of sunglasses - Why they chose to be a zero-carbon footprint company - How one can go about creating an environmentally friendly company I have to say these sunglasses are the most comfortable and durable sunglasses for outdoor adventuring. Casey and I are super excited to take these on our trip to Everest Base Camp. Get In 2 Nature listeners (aka Natureites) can receive a 10% discount by visiting www.ombraz.com and entering the promo code: tenfortrees Ombraz Sunglasses can also be found in your local REI and Neptune Mountaineering stores. To follow the success of Ombraz environmental protection efforts follow them on IG: ombrazsunglasses All right Natureites, as I have said before it is time to do what is right and not what is easy. So when you are in the market to buy new products, in this case, sunglasses, make sure you purchase items from companies like Ombraz, who are stepping up the game to protect the environment. Thanks for tuning in and enjoy the show. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/getin2nature/message

Scott and Casey chat about their individual training as well as their hike up Mr. Parnassu, one of Colorado's 13ers.  Big shout out to @runrachrun11 for her kind words about the show, BEST of luck on your trek to Everest Base Camp! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/getin2nature/message

In this episode of the Get In 2 Nature podcast we interview Marisa Jarae. Marisa is an accomplished outdoor adventure photographer who is passionate about capturing people in the rugged elements of the mountains and nature. Most recently she was featured in “Out There Colorado” as one of the top 15 photographers in Colorado. I have found Marisa’s photos to have a unique ability to draw one into the moment of the photo.  She is also the co-founder of Rising Routes, an organization that exists for one reason: to bring people together. Rising routes goal is to normalize our differences and to shrink our ever deepening divide through adventure, common ground and celebrated individuality.  We were fortunate to catch Marisa before heading out to Tanzania to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro!   In this episode of the Get-In-2-Nature podcast, we discuss with Marisa:  - Her connection and journey to becoming an established adventure photographer  - Her go to equipment for documenting her adventures while climbing in the mountains  - Her unique creative process for capturing fantastic photos that speak to the viewers  - The homework assignment she gave me to help prepare to take amazing photos on our Everest Base Camp trek  To learn more about Mirisa and view her amazing photos visit: Follow her on IG @marisajarae --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/getin2nature/message

In this episide we discuss Scott & Casey's training 6 weeks out from hiking to Everest Base Camp.   Their training this week includes: - Summiting Mt. Sherman  - Red Rocks Amphitheater  - Weighted backpack hikes --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/getin2nature/message

In this episode of the Get-In-2-Nature podcast we sitdown with Lillian Hoodes.     Lillian is an outdoor adventurer who is passionate about protecting the environment and great tasting food.   She combined her two passions and founded Trail Fork, a backpacking food company. In addition to providing delicious backpacking food, they are setting the standard for protecting the environment by using 100% home compostable packaging for their food.  Topics we discuss with Lillian: - The importance of consuming high-calorie meals while adventuring outdoors, especially in high altitude environments - Their unique system for calculating and configuring meals for their customers - The urgent recycling crisis in the United States To learn more about Trail Fork delicious meals and environmental efforts visit: www.mytrailfork.com they can also be found on IG @mytrailfork You can also purchase their food at your local REI If you are interested in becoming an investor in this unique company visit www.seedinvest.com/trailfork  Alright, natureites no other backpacking food provider is doing this today, so let’s do what's right and not what is easy and support companies like Trail Fork who are protecting the environment. Thanks for tuning in and enjoy the show! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/getin2nature/message

In this episode of the Get in 2 Nature podcast, Scott and Casey talk about their training for the week which included a backpacking trip to Crater Lake! During the trip the duo tried out some new equipment.  Both Scott and Casey were VERY pleased with their new "glamping" accessory, the Cocoon Air Core Pillow, and the Katadyn Gravity 6L Water Filter. Casey talks about chickening out using the Tinkle Bell and plans on how to practice with the stand up peeing tool. Scott shared some of his key learnings with the DJI Osmo Pocket.  For recovery Casey recommends and is using the following:  Base Aminos & Salt - use code FFBASE19 to save 20% Proteolytic Enzymes -  Magnesium Spray --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/getin2nature/message

In this episode of the Get In 2 Nature podcast, we talk with outdoor adventurer, REI guide and certified wilderness first responder, Benny Williams.  To help Scott & Casey prepare to deal with the contaminated drinking water in Nepal, Benny shares with us: Water purifying systems and the pros and cons of each Best practices for managing your water supply while hiking High altitude sickness symptoms and what to do if you start having them We also talk about Scott's knot-tying skills or lack there of.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/getin2nature/message