Sep 10 2020 52 mins 8
Kris shares her story of section hiking Wisconsin's Ice Age National Scenic Trail. She's a two time completer of the trail and is currently working on her third completion. In this episode she talks about logistics, gear and the transition from day hiking to backpacking. Kris shares advice for those interested in hiking the Ice Age trail, including some sections to check out in Interstate State Park and the Kettle Morraine State Forest. We also talk about the upcoming Mammoth Hike Challenge and ways to support the trail. Connect with Kris Van Handel: Check out her book: Hiking with Hair Tie Instagram: @kris_vanhandel Additional Ice Age Trail Resources: Ice Age Trail Alliance Mammoth Hike Challenge Thousand Miler Wannabees Facebook Group Connect with Lori: Instagram: @thehikepodcast Twitter: @thehikepodcast Blog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.com Facebook: @thehikepodcast Email: [email protected] Links to learn more about Northern California and PNW Wildfire Relief: Northern California Oregon Washington Special thank you to Isabella, Tim, Leisel and Greg for being show patrons! Music intro track by Thorn and Shout Music outro track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast)
