Backpacking, Life and podcasting in 2021 (in 2022)

In this episode Jon describes what happened to him in 2021, gives an overview of the trips he was able to take, and some of the ways life got in the way of his broader hiking.   He also talks about some of the new gear additions he had, including a Sea To Summit sleeping bag liner, a new Hammock Gear Wunderluxe set up, and he talks briefly about how Merrell hiking shoes failed him, although he doesn't go into how much he loves his Altra Timp2s.   Finally, after reviewing those who listen to this podcast, he gives a shoutout to those listeners in countries like the Baltic States, Belarus, Hong Kong and other countries who are on the periphery of Russia and China in these times of challenges -- where those two countries are seeking to restore spheres of power over these smaller countries and hinder national autonomy and undermine the rule of law.   Some links based on the discussion (note: we do not get sponsored by any of these companies and don't make any money off of you clicking these links.  We just like this stuff!) Sea to Summit Reactor Extreme Sleeping Bag Liner Hammock Gear hammock kits Grilla Grills Altra Shoes Merrell Trail Running Shoes Patagonia Provisions Washington Nationals dumped their team Are you depressed?  The Roller Coaster is a hard bit of trail y'all! Cranberry Wilderness in WV Happy hiking everyone!