
Join us on a breathtaking journey through the heart of Oahu as Vida and I tackle the enchanting Aihualama Trail! Towering banyan trees and vibrant tropical flowers set the stage for an unforgettable Hawaiian adventure. The forest has a mystical quality as shadows dance among the trees, creating a serene and enchanting atmosphere. Trail Highlights:…

Welcome to another captivating episode of Mountain Misfits! In this edition, we sit down with the extraordinary Andy Laub, a dirtbag documentarian. Join us as we embark on a journey through more than 7,000 miles of thru-hiking on The Appalachian, Continental, Pacific Crest, and the new Pacific Northwest Trails, where Andy has tirelessly sought out…

Imagine waking one morning, putting your running shoes on, and going for a 100-mile run with over 33,000 vertical feet. That’s what ultramarathoner Heather Brooks does. We talk about why she chooses to run races like the Hard Rock 100 and more importantly how she balances life. Spend any time around Heather, and you will…

Today we are joined by Mat Seidensticker, former NCAA basketball player turner turned moth biologist. He is a founding member of the Northern Rockies Research & Educational Services, Inc., which is dedicated to advancing scientific research, education, and conservation of insects, birds, and other wildlife, and his area of focus is the Montana Moth Project…

On May 18, 1980, Mount St. Helens roared to life, rewriting geological history in a cataclysmic eruption. Fast forward to today, join us on a journey to the aftermath of that historic event, where we fell in love with the dynamic landscape surrounding this iconic stratovolcano! Imagine celebrating your 8th birthday amid inches of gray…

The Makiki Valley Loop Trail near Waikiki on Oahu, Hawaii, offers a picturesque escape into lush forests just a short distance from the bustling tourist hub. The trail, approximately 4 miles in length, provides a serene experience with green surroundings, natural tree arches, and the soothing sound of running water. The trail starts at the…

Rio Celeste is a spectacular blue river (that's right, blue) in Tenorio Volcano National Park of Costa Rica featuring a huge waterfall plummeting into a blue pool below. The Rio Celeste is a truly breathtaking and mudderefic hike (meaning pretty damn muddy), and you’ll probably get rained on because you are in the rainforest after…

With the last lingering days of winter, we find ourselves looking back on past adventures, and this image of hiking out from behind Tamanwas Falls (near Mount Hood, Oregon). Tamanawas Falls is a broad curtain of Cold Spring Creek that thunders over a 110-foot lava cliff. The hike begins at the Tamanawas Falls Trailhead. From…

Dog vomit slime mold, more properly known as Fuligo septica, is a type of slime mold that commonly appears on decaying organic matter such as dead trees, mulch, and leaf litter. Its bright yellow or orange color and vomit-like appearance make it a unique and easily identifiable species. Despite its unappealing appearance, dog vomit slime…