Sounds Like A Search And Rescue Podcast
The Sounds Like a Search and Rescue Podcast - where we discuss all things related to hiking and search and rescue in the White Mountains of New Hampshire.
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Episode 195 - Search and Rescues in the White Mountains, Mount Liberty, History of the White Mountains - 1920s
05/09/2025
Episode 195 - Search and Rescues in the White Mountains, Mount Liberty, History of the White Mountains - 1920s
Welcome to Episode 195 of the Sounds Like A Search and Rescue podcast. This week - Search and Rescue is back in the news in New Hampshire - Recent incidents on Kilkenny Ridge, The Skookumchuck Trail, and the Lincoln Brook Trail. We will fill you in on all the details. Plus, tick season reminders, the story of a hunter who accidentally shot his friend after separating, its old man on the mountain day, a hiker gets rescued on mount fuji, loses his phone and decides to go back for it, triggering another rescue incident. Hiking boots review, A discussion about hiking umbrellas, pros and cons of using them and how Nick was jealous he did not have an umbrella this weekend. Plus a recap of a recent hike to Mount Liberty via Liberty Springs Trail which include rain and a sketchy water crossing, the history of the planning and construction of the Greenleaf hut and how it used to be you could get projects completed a lot quicker and a lot cheaper than you can today and some trail name and mountain naming history. Topics Nick’s music moment - COIN Forest Road Status Tick Season has started Turkey Hunter shoots his friend by accident Recent SAR stories in New Hampshire - things are picking up Missing Hiker in Vermont found deceased Mom of four dies from fall in Purgatory Chasm in Sutton, MA Wantastiquet-Monadnock Trail Anniversary of Old Man on the Mountain falling In Memory of Dennis Pednault - peakbagger from VFTT Guy gets altitude sickness twice on Mt. Fuji triggering two rescues Dumb tourists of Yellowstone Hiking Gear - Boots for non winter season and hiking umbrellas Dad Joke, 48 Peaks, Stickers, Swag, Beer… Recent Hike on Mount Liberty via Liberty Springs Trail in the rain Notable Hikes White Mountain History - timeline of the Greenleaf Hut White Mountain History - Nomenclature Committee, AMC and RMC trail trading and other interesting history notes from the 1920s. Show Notes . (5.8 oz) (6.8 oz) Sponsors, Friends and Partners
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Episode 194 - From the The AMC Four Thousand Footer Club Awards Ceremony
05/02/2025
Episode 194 - From the The AMC Four Thousand Footer Club Awards Ceremony
This week, we recorded from our booth at the The AMC Four Thousand Footer Club awards show. A recap of the awards, and a cavalcade of special guests. Also - Stomp returns so listeners who miss Stomp can get their fix. Nick and Mike cover an intro about the format of the Awards and then we move right into the guest segments. Enjoy!
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Episode 3 - So You Wanna Hike - The Belknaps
05/01/2025
Episode 3 - So You Wanna Hike - The Belknaps
So You Wanna Hike - The Belknaps! Nick and friend of the podcast, Peter give an overview of all things Belknaps! Enjoy!
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Episode 193 - Welcome Christian - Single Season Winter 48, AT History, Rescue in the Desert, Wildcats
04/25/2025
Episode 193 - Welcome Christian - Single Season Winter 48, AT History, Rescue in the Desert, Wildcats
Episode 193 - Welcome Christian - Single Season Winter 48, AT History, Rescue in the Desert, Wildcats Welcome to Episode 193 of the sounds like a search and rescue podcast. This week, we are joined by Christian Hikes the Whites, Christian is an avid White Mountain Hiker having completed a single season winter 48, the NE 67, the seasonal 48s, casually gridding and generally getting out and hiking in all seasons. Plus Wally the lost dog, tips for luring your dog back to you if it gets spooked, revisiting the AT reroute away from Gorham, AMC Awards night is coming up, A high school group gets in trouble in the Arizona Desert, Volcanoes in alaska, The story of a friend group forcing their friend to go hiking and now the friend group imploded, plus nick hikes the wildcats and we have a couple of local search and rescue stories. About Christian Topics Nick and Mike attempt a Music Segment and it goes horribly wrong - when generations clash Wally The dog went missing and was later found, plus tips for getting your dog back AT Re-Route from Gorham Forest Roads Boston Marathon AMC Awards Night Black mountain skier fatality Volcano in Alaska School group rescue in Nevada desert Don’t force your friends to hike with you Gear review, pop culture stuff Beer talk, recent hike on the Wildcats Guest of the Week - Christian Hikes the White Show Notes Sponsors, Friends and Partners
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Episode 192 - Andy from the Cog Cohosts, A Stomp update, Winter Hiking on Mount Katahdin
04/18/2025
Episode 192 - Andy from the Cog Cohosts, A Stomp update, Winter Hiking on Mount Katahdin
Welcome to episode 192 of the sounds like a search and rescue podcast, this week I’m joined by cohost Andy Vilaine, who when he is not co-hosting here or out hiking is the TrainMaster at the Cog Railway. Andy will be giving us a detailed trip report of his recent solo winter hike to Mount Katahdin - we will break down everything you need to know about hiking in Baxter State park. Plus an update on Stomp, when will Ice Out on Lake Winnipesaukee be declared?, a hiking based film is coming to Lincoln this summer and they are putting a call out for actors, A recent rescue on one of Stomp’s favorite mountains, Mount Cardigan, news about weather apps, a serial killer in New England, Notable hikes and some national search and rescue stories. About The Cog Topics Welcome Andy Some Cog updates, spring schedule, getting ready for summer Cog helping out on rescues A longer update on Stomp and the future direction of SLASR (all good news) - Starts around the 22:30 mark Cannibalism on Boon Island, Maine White Mountains Visitors Center in N. Woodstock Appalachian Trail reroute - Great Gulf Ice Out On Winnipesaukee Hiking Movie is being filmed in Lincoln, NH this summer Rescue on Mount Cardigan UK SAR Data - Young People needing rescues are exploding Mountain Forecast is moving to a pay model, plus some reminders on better weather resources for the WMNF Drinks, SLASR 48 Peaks Team, Dad Jokes, Coffee, Recent Hikes, Notable Hikes Andy’s Solo Winter Hike on Mount Katahdin - info on hiking Baxter State Park Show Notes - Kimball Rexford (Ep. 154) Sponsors, Friends and Partners
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Episode 191 - White Mountains History - Bemis Crew and Miriam Underhill, Bonds & Guyot Overnight Trip
04/11/2025
Episode 191 - White Mountains History - Bemis Crew and Miriam Underhill, Bonds & Guyot Overnight Trip
Welcome to Episode 191 of the Sounds like a search and rescue podcast, Stomp is on an international espionage assignment so I’m joined by Nick Sidla of the PUDS Podcast and Lynn Swezer of the Hiking Buddies. This week we have a history segment - The Bemis Crew and the Story of Miriam Underhill and the creation of the 4000 Footer club. Plus a rescue on the presidential range, some updates on projects in the White Mountains, the second half of a hiker diary from 1971 covering the NH Appalachian Trail section. Plus recent hikes in the Belknaps and Guyot. About Nick and Lynn Topics Welcome Nick and Lynn - Stomp is on an undercover mission Nick gives an update on PUDS Podcast Lynn is busy with a million projects Rescue on Mount Washington History segment about Sgt. Winfield Jewell and the First Int’l Polar Year Mountain Bike Fines are coming WMNF Project Updates - Webster Cliffs and Lincoln Woods Days 7 thru 12 of 1971 AT Thru Hiker memories Gear Talk - Arc’teryx Pop Culture Talk SLASR 48 Peaks Team Sign ups are now open Recent Hikes - Belknaps and Overnight Bonds and Guyot Segment of the Week - The Bemis Crew and Miriam Underhill Show Notes - 2026 or later . Sponsors, Friends and Partners
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Episode 190 - Welcome to IBTAT, Belknap Range Hike, Ossipee Range Hike, Rescue on the Twinway
04/03/2025
Episode 190 - Welcome to IBTAT, Belknap Range Hike, Ossipee Range Hike, Rescue on the Twinway
Welcome to the Sounds like a search and rescue podcast, this week Mark Lindenberg, (Knobbie Hikes) sits in for Stomp as our cohost. Later in the episode we are a joined by guest of the week thru hiker and photographer, IBTAT who is setting off on the start of his 2nd round of Triple Crown thru hikes starting with the PCT, plus - parking enforcement in the White Mountains, a look back to 1971 through the eyes of a thru hiker making their way through the NH section of the Appalachian Trail, Black Mountain Ski area has a successful ski season with new owners, 6 years have past since Stephon Porith Sou’s car was found in Pinkham Notch and there has been no sign of him since March 8th 2019, recent hikes on the Belknaps, the Ossipees, The Grand Traverse, and a close call rescue on the Twinway. About IBTAT Topics Reminder to pay your parking fee at the trailhead Getting to know young Knobbie First part of a 1971 AT Thru Hiker journal (NH Section) Black Mountain Rescue on the Twinway Missing Person / Hiker - 6 year anniversary Hiking Buddies Event 48 Peaks - Join the SLASR Team and hike Mount Madison Recent Hikes on the Belknaps, Ossipees, and The Grand Traverse Show Notes Sponsors, Friends and Partners
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Episode 2 - So You Wanna Hike - Welch Dickey
03/27/2025
Episode 2 - So You Wanna Hike - Welch Dickey
This week, a new episode of So You Wanna... This time Stomp's "stomping" ground - Welch Dickey! A Gem of a hike near Waterville Valley. Stomp breaks down all the details! Will be back next week for Episode 190. Show Notes How to get there: Nearest Towns: Campton, WV, Plymouth, Lincoln/ Woodstock Historical Notes: Thornton was incorporated on July 6, 1763, and named for Doctor , a signer of the . Historical Markers Nearby: None listed Good Eats Nearby: - - Good Brews Nearby: ; Fugaki Overnight Accommodations: AirBNB range from $150 to $500. Plenty of options in WV. Parking - Access Roads: Trailhead Description, Size: Fits approx 70-80 vehicles. Orris rd. Parking allowed at times but can be limited during peak visitation times such as foliage. Amenities, Privies: YES, year round Fees: $5 dollars daily.
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Episode 189 - Middle Sugarloaf Bushwhack, Entering New Hampshire advice for AT Thru Hikers
03/21/2025
Episode 189 - Middle Sugarloaf Bushwhack, Entering New Hampshire advice for AT Thru Hikers
Welcome to Episode 189 of the Sounds like a Search and Rescue Podcast - this week, Stomp and Daveshits bushwhack middle sugarloaf - the plan, find the hardest route on the easiest mountain. The execution was flawless so we recorded a short segment post hike to talk about bushwhacking, route finding, and strategy for going off trail. Plus, the Thru hikers are making their way north, we will go over a guide for thru hikers so they can be prepared for their visit to New Hampshire. All this plus recent search and rescue, a guide to Via Ferratas, dad jokes, notable hikers, and more Topics Violent member of Antarctic Research Crew causes concern Stomp’s more return to hiking - The Holt Trail Blood Moon was a success Vets on the 48 Event - Mt. Waternomee plane crash Hiking video from Huntington Ravine Stomp is obsessed with Via Ferratas Dad Jokes, Pop Culture, Plugs, Segment 1 - Middle Sugarloaf - Stomp and Dave break down a bushwhack on Middle Sugarloaf Segment 2 - AT Thru Hiker Guide to New Hampshire Recent Search and Rescue Events in NH Show Notes Sponsors, Friends and Partners
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Episode 1 - So You Wanna - Mount Monadnock
03/14/2025
Episode 1 - So You Wanna - Mount Monadnock
This week - a preview of a new SLASR series "So You Wanna". Patrick Hummel, who previously worked as the Manager of Mount Monadnock State Park joins us to talk about the trails, history and general information about one of the regions most popular mountains. Show Links - One of NH’s best breweries! Outlooks: Unique Spots: Bogs: - And “South Pond” - Cool vernal pools along upper Pumpelly Trail. Water Crossings/ Springs: Out & Back: is Old Halfway House to White Arrow. Traverse: Lollipop:
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Episode 188 - Welcome John from Minus33, Winter Bonds Hike, Trail Adoption Update, Mysterious Corbin Park
03/07/2025
Episode 188 - Welcome John from Minus33, Winter Bonds Hike, Trail Adoption Update, Mysterious Corbin Park
Welcome to Episode 188 of the Sounds like a Search and Rescue Podcast. This week we are joined by John Glidden of . Minus33 is a clothing company we’ve talked about often on the show - they believe no one should feel uncomfortable or ill-prepared in the outdoor community, and having reliable gear is one of the first steps toward a lifetime of passion for whatever your activity is. John will join us to talk about the history and mission of Minus33 and he will give us some tips and advice on some of their products that can help hikers stay warm and comfortable. Plus a recent winter hiking attempt on the Bonds, Reminders about the AMC 4000 Footer clud awards ceremony, trail adoption in the White Mountains, and NH County High points including some details about the mysterious Corbin Park. Note - we ran out of time so we are pushing the NH AT Thru Hiker segment to next week About our guest of the week - Minus33 Topics Snomo season, Stomp’s return to hiking New Podcast Series from SLASR - So You Wanna - Teaser Preview Obesity Rates Worldwide - Staying in shape Spring Equinox Swearing helps improve stamina? Stomp’s Late Winter / Early Spring Hiking Tips AMC 4000 Footer Awards Dinner is coming up in April Blood Moon is coming Signing up for Trail Adoption program for 2025 Boston Outdoor Expo recap Gear Talk - Silky Saws SLASR 48 Peaks Alzheimer's team is now set up - details coming soon on how to join us for a hike. Knobbie Hikes is our Co-Captain Recent Hike - A winter Bonds hike with Nick and crew from the PUDS Podcast County Highpoints from Listener Alex Whittaker Croydon Peak / Corbin Park private game reserve Guest of the Week - John Glidden from Minus33 Show Notes Sponsors, Friends and Partners
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Episode 187 - Veterans on the 48, Forest Service Staffing Cuts, and Trail Adoption Season is starting
02/28/2025
Episode 187 - Veterans on the 48, Forest Service Staffing Cuts, and Trail Adoption Season is starting
Welcome to episode 187 of the Sounds Like A Search and Rescue Podcast. This week we are joined by Mike York, the founder and President of . Veterans on the 48 is dedicated to getting more veterans outside and onto the trails to promote healthy lifestyles both physically and mentally. The group leads hikes for veterans, supports veterans interested in Wilderness First Aid classes, provides hiking gear, volunteers for trail maintenance and partners with other veteran groups. Michael will join us to share his story. Plus, staffing cuts hit the WMNF and nationwide, there was a recent rescue on Mt. Moosilauke, some avalanche activity on Mount Washington, options and timelines for trail adoption, and a recent hike on Pleasant Mountain and an ice fishing excursion in Western Maine. About Veterans on the 48 Topics Mount Washington Road Race results are out Moosilauke Rescue Avalanches on Mount Washington Federal Government Staffing Cuts hit the WMNF and National Parks Trial Adoption Season and Options Hiker gets lost in China, eats toothpaste to survive 2024 Thru Hiker Survey Summary Recent Hikes - Pleasant Mountain in Denmark Maine Ice Fishing Trip Recap Notable Hikes Welcome Mike from Veterans on the 48 Show Notes Sponsors, Friends and Partners
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Episode 186 - Welcome Anthony Lahout, Lahout’s History, SnowSafe Summit Recap,
02/21/2025
Episode 186 - Welcome Anthony Lahout, Lahout’s History, SnowSafe Summit Recap,
Welcome to Episode 186 of the Sounds Like a Search and Rescue Podcast. This week we are joined by Anthony Lahout. Anthony is part of the Lahout family, the caretakers and owners of the in the United States. Lahout’s was founded in 1920 as a small country store in Littleton, NH, the Lahout Family - driven by Anthony’s grandfather Joe Lahout became the lifeblood that ushered in the growth of the ski industry in the northeast. Retail businesses are always a challenging endeavor, Lahouts has endured and thrived across their 8 locations in Lincoln and Littleton, NH. We are very excited and honored for Anthony to join us to share his story with us. Plus a recap of the Snowsafe Summit, Hypothermia on Springer Mountain, Thru Hiker survey results for the best Backpacks, and a rescue of climbers after an avalanche on Cannon cliffs. About this week's Guest Topics Welcome back Stomp, Snowmobile Season is top notch this year Canada - US Hockey, Guy time, Ice Fishing weekend Live Show for 200 teaser Stomp put together Avalanche education resources SnowSafe Summit Recap Hypothermia on Springer mountain Stories of Hikers finding old backpackers abandoned from earlier rescues and using the gear to survive AT Thru Hiker Survey on backpacks Recent Hike Attempt on Old Bridle Path Guest of the Week - Anthony Lahout Rescue on Cannon Cliff Show Notes Sponsors, Friends and Partners
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Episode 185 - Cindy and Paul from 48 Peaks - Alzheimer’s Association, Rescue on Franconia Ridge, Man lives with Goats
02/14/2025
Episode 185 - Cindy and Paul from 48 Peaks - Alzheimer’s Association, Rescue on Franconia Ridge, Man lives with Goats
Welcome to episode 185 of the sounds like a search and rescue podcast. This week our friends from 48 Peaks - the Alzheimer’s Association join us as we join the fight against Alzhiemers by encouraging everyone to participate in the 2025 The Longest Day - 48 Peaks hiking and fundraising event. Cindy is a multi time guest on SLASR and Paul is a personal hiking buddy of mine so we will get some updates from Cindy on her adventures and Paul will probably spill the beans on hiking with me over the last year or so plus he will share his personal story of how alzheimers has impacted his family and his journey to raise funds through 48 Peaks. All this plus huge snowfalls coming to NH, some reminders about staying prepared for adverse weather conditions, a rescue on Franconia Ridge, more place name changes in the news, and the story of a man who was adopted by a herd of goats. About this week's Guests - Alzheimer’s Association Learn more and find resources for you and your family at Our 24/7 helpline: 800-272-3900 To learn more about 48 Peaks and to join us, head to Facebook page: Instagram: Topics Stomp is missing, Cindy in going to be the cohost Location sharing apps and the relationship drama Snowsafe Summit - come see Mike Big Snow Storm coming in this weekend Trailhead preparedness for your car Rescue on Franconia Ridge Philadelphia Eagles win the Super Bowl - Taylor Swift and Halftime Show Earthquake, Hawaii, Man becomes goat Name Change Drama -Denali and Gulf of Mexico/America Gear Review Paul correctly answers the dad joke of the week Beer Talk, Recent Hikes Guests of the Week - Welcome Cindy and Paul - 48 Peaks - The Longest Day fundraisers Show Notes Sponsors, Friends and Partners
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Episode 184 - The Valentines Day Episode, Mt. Washington rescue, Mike and Stomp are Romance experts, Hiking Word Origins
02/07/2025
Episode 184 - The Valentines Day Episode, Mt. Washington rescue, Mike and Stomp are Romance experts, Hiking Word Origins
Welcome to episode 184 of the Sounds Like a Search and Rescue Podcast. This week - a Valentine's Day episode, Stomp and Mike give you their advice on some of the most romantic activities you can do in NH. Plus a close call rescue on Mount Washington, The Boston Outdoor Expo, Maine Town names, a dog falls 200 feet into a waterfall, Nancy Barton, and Hiking word origins. Topics Stomp is sick Mike and Stomp talk about Valentines Day and Romance Another attempt at a Hallmark Movie Groundhog day Conway Daily Sun is beefing with WMVW Radio Station - Fair Use Stomp’s list of NH Romantic Hiking Themed Ideas Romantic Hike to Lonesome Lake A Cozy Getaway at the Omni Mount Washington Resort Snowshoeing to Arethusa Falls Valentine's Weekend Getaway in Jackson, NH - Nestlenook skating Indian Head Resort - Sneak into the heated pool with your love. Adventure Suites in North Conway Earthquake 2 Hikers Rescued on Mount Washington on Sunday - Serious rescue operation Maura Murray update Missing teen in Northern Maine Maine Town Name Origins Boston Outdoor Expo Dog falls over waterfall and Beavers build a million dollar dam Gear talk - Hiking Project and AirFlare Dad Joke and Notable Hikes Nancy Barton - Ghost Story Segment of the week - Word origins for Bushwhack, Cairn, Switchback, Postholing, Microspikes, Trail Magic, Ultralight and Search & Rescue Show Notes . Sponsors, Friends and Partners
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Episode 183 - White Mountain Recent Hikes - Mt. Tom, Mt. Field, Mt. Avalon and Mt. Isolation - NH Events, Name Changes
02/02/2025
Episode 183 - White Mountain Recent Hikes - Mt. Tom, Mt. Field, Mt. Avalon and Mt. Isolation - NH Events, Name Changes
Welcome to episode 183 of the sounds like a search and rescue podcast. This week, we deep dive for recent hikes on Mt. Tom, Mt. Field, Mt. Avalon and Mt. Isolation. Talk about ghost malls, electric hand warmers, upside down gaiters, notable hikes and more! Topics Show was delayed because Stomp has to save some lost Snowmobilers Earthquake survival Plane Crash in DC New show spinning off for SLASR - So You Wanna… Extreme Cold Weather in NH - Staying warm tips Stomp sees a Bobcat and we discuss fighting a Bobcat and Mountain Lions Pond Hockey Event in NH - Skating skill, Shooting the Duck, fun team names Upcoming Events - Ty Gagne, 48 Peaks, Stomp DJ gigs New REI CEO - Mike teaches Stomp how to be a CEO Mike and Stomp discuss Liberty Tree Mall History Canada - US Border for PCT Hikers Place Names, Denali / Mt. McKinley Rec.gov website is running a lottery scheme Double Amputee from a minor hiking injury Electric Hand Warmers are the future of hiking Dake Joke spotted in the wild Beer talk and notable hikes Recent Hike on Mt. Tom, Mt. Field, and Mt. Avalon Recent Hike on Mt. Isolation Rescue on Mt. Belknap Show Notes - May 3rd - June 28th - Aug 16th & 17th Sponsors, Friends and Partners
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Episode 182 - Welcome NH Wild, White Mountain Active Projects, Wildcats, Greenleaf Rescue, Snowshoes and Butt Sledding
01/24/2025
Episode 182 - Welcome NH Wild, White Mountain Active Projects, Wildcats, Greenleaf Rescue, Snowshoes and Butt Sledding
Welcome to episode 182 of the Sounds like a search and rescue podcast. This week we are joined by the NH Wild Crew - Nichole and Paul. They are avid white mountain hikers who focus on fun, photography and friends. They are here this week to share some stories, give us some info on their favorite hikes, tips on gear and photography. Plus we give a run down on proposed projects in the White Mountain National Forest including updates on Sawyer River road, Lincoln Woods, Hermit lake shelter and others. Stomp shares a story about Mt. Everest climbers using performance enhancers to increase their odds of finishing, butt sledding accidents, a review of some winter clothes from US Sherpa, a discussion about Snowshoe etiquette and butt sledding safety and a recent close call rescue off the greenleaf trail. About NH Wild Topics The Stomp crew was hit Plymouth, NH is the Nacho capital of NH White Mountains Schedule of Proposed Actions (SOPA) National news - hikers getting shot near the southern border Two Butt (or Bum) sledders injured in Canada Performance Enhancers for Mount Everest Wind Chill - Snow in Florida US Sherpa Clothes Burton - longboarders Skiing in the Dry River Dave Shits in the Woods is on the PUDS Podcast this week Hiking the Wildcats, Mike, Nichole and Paul Notable Hikes Welcome Paul and Nichole from NH Wild Snowshoes - when to use, tips and tricks Butt Sledding - advice and safety Recent Search and Rescues Show Notes - , - Sponsors, Friends and Partners
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Episode 181 - Welcome Alanna, Zealand Hut & South Hale, Stomp’s Daughters
01/17/2025
Episode 181 - Welcome Alanna, Zealand Hut & South Hale, Stomp’s Daughters
Welcome to Episode 181 of the Sounds Like a Search and Rescue Podcast. This week we are joined by our friend Alanna, writer, content creator, adventurer and White Mountain Hiker. Alanna will share some of her adventures and talk about hiking and sobriety. Plus we give a run down of events that are coming up in and around the White Mountains, a trip report of an overnight stay at Zealand Hut and a bushwhack to one of the NH 100 highest peaks, Stomp is back to Snowmobile guiding, and Stomp’s daughters join us to talk about Hiking with Kids and they share what is was like growing up with the legendary Stomp as their dad. About Alanna Topics Stomp’s snowmobile adventures New Hampshire Events Stomp and Mike review Wicked the movie Review of Zealand Hut and a Bushwhack to South Hale Welcome Alanna Stomp’s Daughter talk hiking with kids Recent Search and Rescue news - close call on Franconia Ridge Show Notes - Ty Gagne Event in Gorham - Video Recap of Michael Wejchert Event Sponsors, Friends and Partners
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Episode 180 - Chezwik Tackles the (Continuous) Calendar Year Triple Crown
01/10/2025
Episode 180 - Chezwik Tackles the (Continuous) Calendar Year Triple Crown
This week we are joined by our friend Chezwick who is embarking on a Calendar Year Triple Crown. We are going to talk strategy and planning for this epic adventure which entails hiking all three of the long trails in a single calendar year. All this plus Appalachian trail news, Avalanche on Mount Washington, some fun NH news stories, SLASR makes the Boston Globe, REI announces layoff, Two men die while hunting sasquatch in Oregon, we will break down some basic trail etiquette, plus rules for mountain biking in and around the White Mountains, hiking gear reviews, and some recent search and rescue news, I’m mike and I’m stomp. About Chezwick Topics Happy New Year + Fire Evacuation Strategies First Appalachian Trail Thru Hikers are on trail Mount Washington Road Race Reminders The Tree Fortress, Trash King of New Hampshire Avalanche Talk SLASR makes the Boston Globe Gorham Town Forest Trail Marker Trees Everest Base Camp REI Layoffs, shuts down Experiences Sasquatch Hunters and Falling Bears Hiking Etiquette and Mountain Biking Hiking Gear Discussion Welcome Back Chezwick - (Continuous) Calendar Year Triple Crown Show Notes Sponsors, Friends and Partners
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New Years Eve Special - Stomp, Dave and Knobbie Talk Winter Bushwhacking & Lost Pass
12/31/2024
New Years Eve Special - Stomp, Dave and Knobbie Talk Winter Bushwhacking & Lost Pass
A New Years Eve Special: Stomp, Dave Shits in the Woods and Knobbie bring you 'A Return to Lost Pass and Winter Bushwhacking Lessons Learned." Listen to this honest conversation, captured immediately after an 8.5-hour winter bushwhack to the remote Lost Pass.' Enjoy! Happy New Year!
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Mike & Stomp join the Puds Podcast
12/25/2024
Mike & Stomp join the Puds Podcast
We were thrilled and honored to join Nick & Josh, of the Puds Podcast, for a wide-ranging chat about hiking, podcasting and more. Mike & Stomp
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Episode 179 - SLASR 2024 Recap, Lost Pass Hike, Recent SAR News
12/20/2024
Episode 179 - SLASR 2024 Recap, Lost Pass Hike, Recent SAR News
This week we recap 2024, we have new year resolutions, Favorite hikes, new gear, memorable moments, an update on a backpacking youtuber who died in Sweden, Stomp and Dave hike a lost pass in Waterville Valley, Recent Search and Rescue news including a missing hiker in the Adirondacks and a hiker who tried to warm up on a snow cat at the summit of mount washington and ended up getting a ride down the mountain after realizing he was woefully prepared for the weather conditions. Donations Topics Home Alone Vibes Homework for Stomp - Favorite Christmas Songs and New Years Resolutions Favorite Hikes of 2024 New Gear We joined PUDs Podcast this week A look back at some guests from 2024 Events coming up Update on YouTuber Death in Sweden TrailsNH Pop Culture Talk Recent Hikes - Webster Cliffs, Ossipee Range Stomp hikes the Lost Pass with Dave - Some History of the Area Recent Search and Rescue News Show Notes Sponsors, Friends and Partners
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Episode 178 - Ty Gagne Joins us to talk about The Lions of Winter - Part 2 of 2
12/13/2024
Episode 178 - Ty Gagne Joins us to talk about The Lions of Winter - Part 2 of 2
This week, writer Ty Gagne joins us to discuss the release of his new book, The Lions of Winter, the story of a search and rescue of two young climbers on Mount Washington, Hugh Herr and Jeff Batzer. The book chronicles the events of this multi-day rescue that took place in January of 1982 focusing on the men and women involved in the rescue including Albert Dow a young member of the rescue team that lost his life in an avalanche below the Lion Head area. This is the second part of our discussion. Note - This episode contains spoilers. If you have not read The Lions of Winter, Donations About Ty Gagne/ Lions of Winter Ty Recommends Purchasing the book from local bookstores. Here are some options: Topics Welcome Back Ty Part 2 of our discussion about The Lions of Winter Show Notes Sponsors, Friends and Partners
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Episode 177- Ty Gagne Joins us to talk about The Lions of Winter - Part 1 of 2
12/06/2024
Episode 177- Ty Gagne Joins us to talk about The Lions of Winter - Part 1 of 2
This week, writer Ty Gagne joins us to discuss the release of his new book, The Lions of Winter, the story of a search and rescue of two young climbers on Mount Washington, Hugh Herr and Jeff Batzer. The book chronicles the events of this multi-day rescue that took place in January of 1982 focusing on the men and women involved in the rescue including Albert Dow a young member of the rescue team that lost his life in an avalanche below the Lion Head area. To start the show, we have forest road updates, the first avalanche of the year on Tuckerman Ravine, the countdown to winter, a sinkhole swallows a grandma in Pennsylvania (a cat is involved in this situation), plus some recent search and rescue events in NH. Note 1 - This episode contains spoilers. If you have not read The Lions of Winter, Ty's segment starts around 45 minutes into the show. We get into more specific details (caution - spoilers) around the 60 minute mark. Note 2 - We turned on Ads from our Podcast Publisher this week as a test. Will determine if we keep them on for next year. Donations About Ty Gagne/ Lions of Winter Ty Recommends Purchasing the book from local bookstores. Here are some options: Topics Welcome Ty Winter is here because the annual Snowshoe / Posthole social media arguments have begun Live from the Woodpecker Studio - Mike recording in the same room with Stomp Forest Road Avalanche in Tuckerman - Eastern Snow and Avalanche Workshop Full Conditions Rek Lis Event Pushups and Situps / Planet Alignment Lady falls down a sinkhole in PA Leavitt’s Bakery Lawsuit goes to trial in February Recent Search and Rescue News Ty Gagne - Intro and Background info - Pinkham Notch / SAR (Timestamp - 45 minutes) Ty Gagne - Part 1 of an overview of Lions of Winter (60 minute mark) Show Notes Sponsors, Friends and Partners
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Full Conditions DJ Mix 2024
11/27/2024
Full Conditions DJ Mix 2024
Originally slated for the recent Full Conditions Live event at Rek'lis Brewing, in support of the New Hampshire Outdoor Council, this set was delayed for time. Here it is in it's original form, as planned for the show. Hope you enjoy it, and Happy Thanksgiving! ~ Stomp
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Episode 176 - Live Show from Rek’Lis Brewing - Full Condition Fund Raiser Event
11/22/2024
Episode 176 - Live Show from Rek’Lis Brewing - Full Condition Fund Raiser Event
This week we are at for their annual Full Condition event. Ty Gagne is joining us, Ty has a new book coming up so he is going to drop a details about the upcoming book, Ken Bosse is back for another comedy set, I’ll share some recent search and rescue data and trends, plus the Rek lis team, Andy from the Cog Railway along with Camryn, Patrick from Mt. Washington State Park, Mike and Jay from the Mt.Washington Weather Observatory, Cindy from the Alzheimer's Association, and Lynn from the Hiking Buddies. All this plus some surprise guests. Donations Topics Welcome Littlefoot Welcome Ty Gagne (12:00) Recent Search and Rescue Data (25:00) Ken Bosse Rek’Lis Steve and Marlaina Lynn from Hiking Buddies, Cindy from Alzheimers Welcome Patrick from Mt. Washington State Park and Andy from the Cog Railway Mike from Mount Washington Weather Observatory Q&A Show Notes Sponsors, Friends and Partners
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Episode 175 - Welcome Amy - Hiking all of the Maine Mountain Guide, Dave finishes the NH Highest 100, Mt. Greylock
11/15/2024
Episode 175 - Welcome Amy - Hiking all of the Maine Mountain Guide, Dave finishes the NH Highest 100, Mt. Greylock
This week Stomp is off preparing for our live Full Conditions Event at Rek Lis Brewing so we have our friend Dave joining me to cohost. Dave recently finished New Hampshire Highest 100 so he will talk about his experience pursuing this list which is heavily focused on Bushwhacks. Later in the episode we are joined by Amy Niemczura Sowa who recently completed hiking all the trails in the Maine Mountain guide. We tend to focus on NH Redlining but our friends in Maine have their own crazy hiking pursuits so Amy will join us to talk about this accomplishment. Plus some White Mountain history, follow up on some true crime cases, a recap of the Rescue Me 5K, a preview of the upcoming Full Conditions Event at Reklis, A recent hike review of Mount Greylock,and Updated Search and Rescue Data for 2024 Donations About Amy Topics Welcome Dave Man fakes drowning, runs off to Uzbekistan Insurance Scammers use Bear costume to trash cars Hikers carry 150 lbs worth of gear up Mt. Whitney and things go terribly wrong 2024 SAR Data Arrest made on man who staged a fake bear attack Rescue Me 5K was a success Reklis Full conditions event is this weekend CO running the Boston Marathon to raise funds for Suicide Awareness White Mountain History - The Randolph Town Forest Gear Review - Emergency Signal Balloon Beer talk and Dad jokes Mount Greylock Hike Welcome Dave - NH 100 Highest list Welcome Amy Niemczura Sowa - Redlining / Hiking all of the Maine Mountain Guide Show Notes Sponsors, Friends and Partners
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Episode 174 - Welcome Thru Hiker Oats from Sawyer! Franconia Ridge Hike and Trail updates
11/08/2024
Episode 174 - Welcome Thru Hiker Oats from Sawyer! Franconia Ridge Hike and Trail updates
This week we are joined by thru hiker Oats from Sawyer. You likely know Sawyer as the go to company for water filtration products for hikers. Oats is their community manager and an experienced Thru Hiker so she is going to join us for a segment to talk about her experience as a Thru Hiker, she’ll give us advice on the AT, an update on how recovery efforts are going in Western North Carolina, we will talk about Sawyer’s various product offerings and she will even tell some stories about her super cool Husky. All this plus a backpacker is murdered in Montana, A look at the story of the Kodiak Bear Whisperer Timothy Treadwell, a recent hike on Franconia ridge with some updates on the extensive trail work done this summer and fall plus some recent Search and Rescue news, Donations About Katie “Oats” Houston and Sawyer Products Topics Rescue Me 5K REI Limits Customers Returns Backcountry Crimes staged to look like bear attacks Tim Treadwell - the Alaskan Bear Whisperer gets eaten by a Bear Recent Hike on Franconia Ridge - Reviewing Trail updates Notable listener Hikes Welcome Katie “Oats” from Sawyer Show Notes Sponsors, Friends and Partners
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Episode 173 - Welcome back Shawn “Larry the Log” Mahoney, White Mountains hiking - Crescent and Randolph Mountains
11/01/2024
Episode 173 - Welcome back Shawn “Larry the Log” Mahoney, White Mountains hiking - Crescent and Randolph Mountains
This week we are joined by Shawn Mahoney. Shawn is known as the guy who hikes with one of the biggest hiking celebrities in the region - Larry The Log. Shawn has been hiking with his log for the last few years and has now completed the triple crown of thru hiking - having done the PCT and CDT since he last joined us on episode 79. In addition to catching up with Shawn we have some weather predictions for the winter, we talk about whistle usage, Road closures, a woman drops her phone in a crevice and ends up stuck upside down for hours, missing elderly couple in Maine, Gear Reviews, Recent hikes on Crescent Mountain and Mount Randolph, and local search and rescue news. Donations About Shawn Mahoney Topics Happy Halloween Welcome Wild Raven Endurance Coaching! Stick Season is here! Daylight Savings is coming Mike Travels to London Whistle safety discussion NH Farmers Almanac forecast Forest Roads Status Stuck between a rock and a rock Elderly people going missing Trail Talk Highpoint Podcast (Thanks Al) Heart health Cold Turkey Plunge at Waterville Valley Gear talk Ty Gagne’s new book preview Welcome Shawn Mahoney - Larry the Log returns! Recent Search and Rescue news Show Notes Sponsors, Friends and Partners
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SLASR Throwback Thursday - Chris BB - Ken Bosse
10/24/2024
SLASR Throwback Thursday - Chris BB - Ken Bosse
A throwback to earlier visits by Chris BB and humorist Ken Bosse.
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