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May 28, 2025 41 min

The Backpack/Gone

from False Summit: Tales, Trails and Epic Fails Hosted by Octavia and Em

his week on False Summit, we bring you two stories of hikers who zigged when they probably should’ve zagged—one that’ll haunt your tent-side dreams and one that’ll make you rethink inviting your gym bro into the woods. First up: The Backpack. A kitchen knife on the trail, a mystery pack full of granola and… way too many decorated blades. Then a note. And then—well, let’s just say this is one story that proves sometimes the scariest thing on trail isn’t a bear. It’s another person. Then it’s time for Gone, the tale of Brent—CrossFit hero, ego lifter, and man of mystery. He showed up ready to crush Shenandoah with two tents, no hip belt, and a military-grade delusion. By nightfall, he was 20 miles away, riding shotgun with a stranger and calling his wife from a 7-Eleven in D.C. Plus: 🎶 Em’s trail mix features Buffalo Springfield, Alabama Shakes, and Foster the People. 🌿 A rundown on plant safety—what not to touch, sniff, or accidentally snack on. 🌈 Pride Month is coming and we’re talking bakery windows, sparkle, and survival. So lace up, lean in, and prepare to be uncomfortable—in the best way. Hit that subscribe button, drop us a rating, and send your best trail fails to [email protected]. Find us on Instagram and YouTube @FalseSummit. And remember: If it feels like you’ve reached the top… you probably haven’t. See you out there.

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