Episode 148 - Tatra Mountains of Slovakia and Poland, Moosilauke and Welch Dickey, White Mountain Trail Collective Fraud case
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This week we highlight a recent trip to the Tatra Mountains of Slovakia - we love the White Mountains and New Hampshire but occasionally we highlight other areas. We’ll break down the travel, the logistics and the culture around this beautiful part of the world. Plus recent hikes on Moosilauke and Welch Dickey, tick season reminders, more eclipse news, the head of a non profit trail association accused of fraud, and some highlights of NH’s historical markers. Topics Thanks to Dave and Eric for sitting in last week ...
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Episode 147 - Eric Todd Sweet - Dave Sh*ts in the Woods - 48 Peaks Alzheimer's
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Episode 147 of the Sounds like a Search & Rescue Podcast This week, while Mike is galavanting about in Europe, Stomp is joined by Eric Todd Sweet and Dave Shits in the Woods, live and in the flesh at the Woodpeckers Studio to discuss the apoc-eclipse, modern art, granny afghans, geocaching, some new gear ideas, recent hikes and people falling off cliffs out west. Later in the show we’ll be joined by Cindy Hession and Alana Barrett from the Alzheimer’s Association; They’ll tell us all about the great fundraising event, ‘48 Peaks ALzheimer’s.’ Show Notes: ...
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Episode 146 - Welcome Jack Kingsley from The Caretaker, Eclipse Chasers, an Old Timer shares some stories
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This week, we are joined by Jack Kingsley, Jack is the subject of the short film. which was released recently via the production company . We were joined by Josh Bogardus in episode 143 who discussed the behind the scenes process of making them film. We are now joined by the man who was the main subject of the film. Jack will share some of his experiences as the caretaker of the Harvard Cabin, we will dive into his hiking and climbing background and learn about his more recent pursuits including his work as a firefighter where he is currently stationed in...
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Episode 145 - Vaucluse Gear, Summer Hiking Gear, Place Names, Evans Notch
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This week, we welcome back our friend Brice from Vaucluse gear to give us some updates on all things Vaucluse - we will talk about the Ultralight Backpack Ventilation Frame, some updates to the product as well as some new plans. Keeping the summer is coming theme in mind, we also have a breakdown of some of the gear you are going to need to swap out as the warmer weather arrives, we will also break down the top recommended hikes this summer in Evans Notch, we’ve often talked about Evans Notch so its time to remind everyone once again of one of the best...
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A Wintry Mix - stompmachine
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A house and progressive set featuring some of the latest EDM music. Enjoy... ~ Stomp
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Episode 144 - Winter 4000 Footer Wrap Up, Lodge 2 Dodge, White Mountains History
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This week, we discuss the journey of completing the winter 4000 list. We have a White mountain history story about the loss of life during a 1928 Dartmouth outing club hike, Stomp has a new studio set up, the revival of a once desolate region of Utah and Arizona, Lodge 2 Dodge news, notable hikes, and recent search and rescue news. Topics Stomp’s new studio Updated Hiking Buddies clips + The wives are traveling Ice has cleared in Lake Winnipesaukee Pierce Brosnan Pleads guilty to misdemeanor at Yellowstone Upcoming Events - AMC...
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Episode 143 - Josh Bogardus - “The Caretaker”, plus recent Hike on Mt. Was
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This week we are joined by Josh Bogardus from , the Warden brand was started with the goal of becoming one of the go-to production partners for outdoor filmmaking in New England and beyond. Josh is here to talk about . The Caretaker is a short film focused on the Harvard Cabin which sits in Huntington Ravine on Mount Washington. The film follows the story of Jack Kingsley, the Harvard Cabin Caretaker who spends his days observing and documenting the snowfall, weather patterns, and wildlife in the area as well as helping to manage guests staying at the...
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Episode 142 - Welcome Sir Maps a Lot - Erik Hamilton
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This week we are joined by Erik Hamilton. Erik is the author of the recently released new book - The Other 52 - A Hiker’s Guide to the lower 52 Peaks of the New Hampshire 100 Highest. Erik is also a longtime blogger along with his wife Alanna and you can check out details of many of their adventures on their website - . WE hope you’ll enjoy hearing from someone who knows where all the less traveled corners of the White Mountains are and will share some stories and advice about places listeners might not always think of to check out but...
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Episode 141 - Rescue on Mt. Washington and recap of a Zealand - Bonds Traverse
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This week, a recent rescue on Mount Washington involving the Cog Railway and a team of rescuers who had to face challenging weather to cut across the West Side Trail to save a solo hiker, plus Scarlett, Littlefoot finishes her Winter 4000 footer list, Snowmobile Crashes, a tough Zealand Bonds traverse hiking recap and some search and rescue news from Mount Avalon and Welch Dickey. Topics Technical difficulties - Our guest will be here next week Listener in Antarctica Mount Washington Rescue from the weekend Eyewitness...
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Episode 140 - Valentines Day, Planning for an AMC Hut Stay, Hiking the Southern Presidentials
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This week, planning for a winter stay in an AMC Hut, snowmobile accidents, Mount Everest news, missing hikers, serial killers, a new movie about the legendary story of Donn Fendler who went missing on Mount Katahdin in the summer of 1939, we cover a recent hike on Mount Pierce and Mount Jackson, Snowmobile season may be over in NH, Notable hikes and recent search and rescue news. Topics Cold Weather, Good hikes for brutally cold weather Show Intro Snowmobile crashes, Wolves in California Valentines Day and Taylor Swift wins...
info_outlineWelcome to the Sounds Like a Search and Rescue Podcast! Also known as SLASR.
Join an experienced search and rescue volunteer and his friend as they discuss all things related to hiking and search and rescue in the White Mountains of New Hampshire.
This week we start with a discussion about the Franconia Ridge.
Episode Notes
01:30 - Beer Talk, Introducing the podcast and crew.
14:51 - Franconia Ridge hiking
39:20 - Search and Rescue event - Brenda and Russell Cox
42:36 - The Last Traverse discussion
46:50 - Guy Waterman discussion
49:24 - Recent Franconia Ridge rescue of two unprepared trail runners.
Additional Show Notes:
Brenda and Russell Cox and winter hypothermia
The Last Traverse; Tragedy and Resilience in the Winter Whites
Trail Runners Rescued from Mount Lafayette Fish and Game Press Release
Mike's Franconia Ridge Traverse Strava Data