10. Transcending mountains, weekends and the binary, with Aubri Drake

In this week's podcast, we catch up with prolific thru-hiker, weekend explorer and non-binary adventurer, Aubri Drake.Today's guest, Aubri, lives in Washington State, USA, near the White Mountains, where they love to explore the technical, varied terrain.  Aubri is a prolific hiker and has completed many of the US's most iconic hikes.In our first chat in March 2023, Will and Aubri unpack Aubri's then-recent hiking adventures in Washington State, upcoming ultra-adventures at the Leadville 100, and the extremely concerning state of non-binary politics in the USA.Our follow-up conversation was in October 2025, and meanders through Aubri's recent exploration into cycling, and their incredible accomplishment of hiking 574 of New Hampshire's 48 4,000-foot peaks.  We also discuss the incredibly troubling state of social justice in the United States right now, and reflect on how important and special the trail and outdoor community is during challenging times.You can follow Aubri's adventures on Instagram, @genderqueer_hiker or via their blog, Transcending Mountains. To hear more from For Wild Places, subscribe to our newsletter or become a member.