Take A F’N Hike Podcast
by Sonia
A fun hiking group who hikes to the top to enjoy a libation! I am a RN with an ambition to hike and connect hikers. I love the F word and so do most people. The name says it all! Beer taste better on Top! Take A F'N Hike inspired me to make T-shirts and hats installed with a bottle opener to enjoy that special beer when you reach the summit. Why not start a podcast now so that I can share my F'N hiking stories with you!
Episodes
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The adventures of Thurro Alexander part II
He is a waterfall chaser and will make sure his hiking adventures include some kind of rock formation. Thurro has visted 23 states and some amazing parks. Some of those include Smith Rock state park, Valley of Fire, Red Rock Canyon, Glacier National park among others and he gives some great tips…
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Why Solo Hiking?
Why I enjoy Solo hiking, overcoming your fears about solo hiking, safety tips, podcasting on the trail, responses to some of the questions I asked about solo hiking. Deepest condolences to a recent hiker that just lost her life.
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“Life is too short- Just go do it!” @eagle_warrior_1
Who is @Eagle_Warrior _1?! Why did she start hiking? What is her motivation? How does she find time? She answers quite a few questions from her followers including the hiking groups that inspired her to come up with her hiking name. You will be surprised on some things you don’t know about her! I...
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Peaks and Modelo
On this next episode I have a guest by the name of Frank Rojas his name on Instagram is frank_e_rojas4 give him a follow. We are podcasting at the top of Monserate Mountain trail. We met about 3 years ago on Instagram and then finally hiked together last year on September 11. Holy shit, he made…
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Peak bagging with Adevntures_in_nomansland
Come and venture where no man has gone before! That's right, take a listen to Nick's journey as he continues to bag some peaks that are unknown to many. He ventures out of his norm. He has accomplished about 55 peaks in the San Gabriel Mountains. The San Gabriel Mountains are located in Southern...
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The Lost Coast Trail with Elizabeth_Infocus
Has The Lost Coast Trail been on your list? Where is the LCT? It's about 230 miles North of San Francisco and 60 miles South of Eureka. It is a about a 25 mile stretch on the California Coast. Truly a unique experience! And, I had the pleasure of interviewing this amazing person, Elizabeth! She...
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TCT (Trans-Catalina Trail) 2021
Come and relive my first solo hike with me! I trekked 38.5 miles over a period of 4 nights and 5 days on this beautiful Island known as Santa Catalina. One of the nine Channel Islands here in California. This was a very emotional backpacking trip for me. Thinking that I may not be able to finish...
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A Toda Madre Hikers
The hiking community is like family and this is what Kevin from A toda madre hikers feels strongly about. Kevin talks about his passion for hiking and how all that got started for him. He also talks about who’s been the greatest influencers for him. Kevin gives some great shout outs throughout…
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Super Hiking twins
Mathew and Arabella are six years old and have completed 8 out of 12 14ers here in California. One of them includes Mt. Whitney. I had the pleasure of also speaking with mom, Nancy, who is so proud of her kids. You will be surprised about which trail has been their most favorite this far. They…
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Bison and Foxes and Squirrels Oh My!
Will Powah tells his story about the gorgeous Trans Catalina. One of the Channel Islands here in California. A must do backpacking trip. He talks about how he prepared for this backpacking trip. We discuss his first “real” hike and how that motivated him more on hiking and then eventually...
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The Root Beer Boyz take on Mt. Whitney
Fun times interviewing The Root Beer Boyz again! Caden is 11 years old and Ethan is 7 years old. Accompanied with them is their parents, Stevie from SD crazy hikers and his lovely wife, Jessica. If you have been following the Root Beer Boyz, you know that they have been hiking big and long peaks....
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Taking a F'N Hike in Yosemite National Park
I Welcome back Eddie and Daniel. Have you ever visited Yosemite National Park? Is it on your list? This was our first trip and we had an amazing time at Yosemite National Park located in California. Eddie and Daniel share their experience in Yosemite. We talk about the three different places we...
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Azteca Hikers
Not your ordinary hiking group! Take a listen to this awesome story about a young guy who was inspired by other hiking groups to create his own outdoor adventures. He talks about the finding of Azteca hikers. He is proud of his culture and definitely does not hide it from anyone! We talk about…
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Bullshit and Party with my guest Eddie :)
On this episode Eddie and I shoot the shit about brewing F'N beer again, our new roof top tent from @overlandvehiclesystems while we sip on Bloody Mary's. You will get to hear what kind of beer we brewed this time. Thank you @Wild West Home Brew Supply Co. for hooking it up! They are located in...
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The story behind Roam Lost with David Down
Roam Lost: "Our mission is to ignite the world to keep trash off our land and out of our resources, to protect for all generations to come to inspire through adventure." Roam Lost an Environmental Conservation Organization who was founded by David Down. David has such an inspiring and interesting...
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Outdoor Jamaican
I actually interview him while he’s out on a fishing trip in Illinois! He takes a break just to talk to me! He is an inspiration to many! I did not know that his mom is a Nurse. He loves to travel and goes back and forth to the Midwest. He has a daughter that is graduating soon. He is so funny to...
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Hot Springing it with Danii Adventures
Her name says it all! She has struggled with some challenges in her life but has found her coping mechanism by adventuring, hiking, cooking and searching for hot springs! She is ambitious and determined. She will scope out, research, google, you-tube, ect. any area she travels, for that secret…
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The adventures of Thurro Alexander
Take a listen to the awesome adventures of Thurro who caught my eye with his amazing pictures and travels. He was born in Jamaica and currently living in Texas. We talk about how COVID actually encouraged him to get out and start hiking and exploring different National Parks and he has not…
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Trail Casting on the Santa Ysabel Preserve
Come and Take A F'N Hike with us on the beautiful Santa Ysabel Preserve where the cows roam free. I share this adventure with SD Crazy Hikers & The one and only Root Beer Boyz! Thank you at Stevie, Marci, Frank, Mindy, Loreene, Caden and Ethan for making this a fun adventure! We discuss their...
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Hidden entrance to an unknown creek
Come Take a F'N hike with us to place called Pauma Creek Trail. A less traveled trail with no trail marker. It is a very hard and dangerous hike up and down. Hanging on to flimsy ropes and crawling on your hands and knees. Sliding on my ass but well worth the views. Once down at the creek, you…
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F’N hiking with Trailiens & Eagle Warrior 1 to Clevenger Canyon
This episode is dedicated to Trailiens. Two brothers who are African-American and are trying to make a change and set an example for their community. Some brief history on Black History Month. Someone hikes in Nike Sandals! We celebrate with tequila shots and great beer at the top from 3RBrewery....
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Clearing My Mother F'N Mind!
Short getaway with my dog, Mando. Stayed in a badass cabin secluded in the woods. Had to recharge my brain. Live podcasting in the woods. Hope you enjoy some motivational quotes. Every now and then we need to recharge our F'N mind, body and soul! Some other deep shit! That's all I'm saying, take…
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Podcasting with our 17 y/o son, Daniel
Finally podcasting with our son, Daniel, who turns 17 today! We talk about our hiking/camping experiences, including Havasupai! Daniel is not a big hiker, like mom, but he does love to travel and wants to visit National Parks! He talks about which National Parks he wants to visit but Mando needs…
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The Root Beer Boyz hit the San Diego Six Pack of Peaks Challenge
Get to know The root Beer Boyz! Ethan and Caden. Come and experience their adventure with their group, SD Crazy Hikers. They hit the six pack of peaks here in San Diego, California. Peaks ranging from 2,000 feet up to highest point, Mount Palomar at 6,140 feet. They not only hike them once in…
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F'N hiking to High Point Palomar
Podcasting with Ed Carlin on our hike to Oak Grove Trail to High Point Palomar, almost a 14-mile roundtrip hike. A very strenuous hike but with amazing views at the top! This is part of the 6 pack of peaks in San Diego County. We talk about his opinion on the new COVID Vaccine, his wife’s and I...
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F'N hike to Palomar Mountain hosted by Jefas run the World
Amazing hike at Palomar Mountain State Park. We have some amazing tacos, drinks and Tequila Jello shots! Great crowd! You will get to hear other hiking groups and their ambition for hiking.
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F’N Hiking to Eagle Rock; Warner Springs, California
Live interviews are done during the hike. I was not able to all of them. It was drizzling and windy, so you will hear that in a couple of the interviews. We have amazing Mimosas, share our home brew and take some crazy photos. That drizzle didn’t stop us from having fun! Shouts outs to...
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"Love the life you live"
In this episode I am podcasting with Nancy who goes by Love the Life You Live on Instagram. She has a very interesting background. We talk about her hiking adventures and why she started hiking. She shares her adventures with her Girlfriend, Diana. Nancy talks about her first 6 pack of peaks...
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Podcasting with my granddaughter, Aaliyah. My Diamond!!
Aaliyah is about to be 6 years old. We share an F'N hike at Palomar Mountain with Mando ( our German Shephard Dog). She is a natural on podcasting. She even makes her own you-tube videos. She has no problem saying F'N hike! We talk about her experience hiking with Mando and how many more hikes…
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Tribute to 9/11 F'N Hike
First, shout out to Ranger Nick who opened the door for us ahead of time! Perks of being a volunteer :) !!! So, This year, Take A F'N Hike, had the pleasure of sponsoring Veterans on the 48. They are a non profit organization located in New Hampshire. Take A F'N Hike met up with SD Crazy Hikers,...
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Root Beer Tastes Better On Top for some young ones!
Stevie, founder of SD Crazy hikers, takes his 6 and 10 year old boys and hits some big peaks with them! Stevie has been hiking for quite some time now and shares his love for the outdoors with his two young boys. He shares some good root beer on top! He has an amazing and supportive group. These...
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Single Mom Adventurer (Sarah) and her 10 day F'N adventure
Sarah talks about her most recent 10 day road trip with her best friend. She see's some amazing things, drinks good beer and shares tips and tricks on how to start a fire out in the wilderness. We drink some great F'N beer while podcasting, we laugh and throw the F bomb! She visits places like...
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Brewing F'N Beer with Eddie!
Beer!!!!!Eddie and I talk about our experience brewing beer. This is our third brew. First batch was a Pale Ale, second batch was a Cream Ale. Guess what we are brewing next? You will have to take a listen to find out! We are not also brewing, making or doing, we are growing some amazing greens...
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Jaime and Tony from Hike It Off, Take on Mother F'N Mt. Whitney!
Take a listen to Jaime and Tony's hiking experience up to Mount Whitney. This is Jaime's first time and Tony's second time hiking Mt. Whitney. Mt. Whitney is 14,505 feet high, which is the highest peak in the 48 states! They are joined by two buddies, Chuck and Paul. One of them develops AMS…
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Taking a F’N Hike with SD Crazy Hikers up to San Jacinto Peak at 10, 833ft; My Guest Stevie Gonzalez
Stevie is an amazing leader and created SD Crazy Hikers located in San Diego, California. He was so kind to let me come on this hike. He talks about how he started his hiking journey and how he got inspired. He takes sporadic photos and captures every moment he can. He really is a magnet! This…
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She F'N Hikes Solo Part 2 of 2 with "Hike It Off" (Jaime L. Purinton) and "Dee-Dora the Explorer" ( Dora Sanders)
I interview four courageous women who love the outdoors and love hiking solo. Every conversation is Fucking awesome! I ask these ladies several different questions. Some, for example; how do you feel when you hike alone, what is your biggest fear, what advice do you have for other Women who want…
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She F'N Hikes Solo Part 1 of 2 with "Chantalita" (Chantal Davis) and "Single Mom Adventurer" (Sara Gilliam)
I interview four courageous women who love the outdoors and love hiking solo. Every conversation is Fucking awesome! I ask these ladies several different questions. Some, for example; how do you feel when you hike alone, what is your biggest fear, what advice do you have for other Women who want…
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First adventure with my 8 mo. old German Shephard, Mando!
Mando is an 8 month old long hair, German Shephard. This is his first time away from home. We camp at Fry's Creek Campground, located in Palomar Mountain, San Diego, California. Eddie helps us set up camp. I did not know what to expect or how long we were going to camp. It was about 85 degrees,...
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Taking an F'N hike to the highest peak in San Diego-Hot Springs Mountain
Whatever I said in my intro. Just kidding! Hiking the highest peak in SD county with an elevation gain of 2,500 feet. Carrying at least 15-20 pounds in my hiking/cooler bag. Eddie's second big peak in SD. We share this adventure with Ed Carlin and SD Crazy Hikers. We share amazing burritos and…
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Where the Bison Roam: Catalina Island Camping/Hiking trip
My good hiking buddy, Ed Carlin, talks about his camping/hiking experience to Catalina Island. Two Harbors to Parsons Landing, just a little over 8 miles. They celebrate with some Bison burgers and a cold beer! Listen while we have a good time talking shit, having a nice cold beer. We reminisce...
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Girls Only! Taking an F'N hike to Harrison Serenity Ranch!
Hiking up Nate Harrison Grade. A 5 mile, hard, steep hike all the way to the top. Located in Palomar Mountain, San Diego, California. Surrounded by Cleveland National Forest. There is a magical history about this hike. Nate Harrison Grade is named after Nathaniel Harrison, a freed slaved in the...
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Hiking to the peak to enjoy our drink at Volcan Mountain
Eddie's first San Diego six pack of peaks challenge. We started pretty late in the morning, it was hot and lots of bugs. We talk about the location of Volcan Mountain and nearby Volcan Mountain Winery. Parking, time capsule location and interesting facts about the Winter Solstice. Listen as we…
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Wild Horse Trail and Snakes and Shit!
Listen while I prep a Michelada and give some pointers on what type of mix to use and how to prep your cup. Hiking in Temecula, California. I did not make it to the Peak. Ran into two snakes and got video of them. I should have stuck with the first trail. It never fails, my dad calls me during my...
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Hiking to eat Julian pie and podcasting with my granddaughter, Aaliyah
Hiking Santa Ysabel Preserve West with my 5 year old granddaughter. Listen on her perspective on wearing a mask and staying safe. She has some funny opinions on what she would do if she saw a snake. She talks about her favorite part of the hike. We share some delicious strawberry/boysenberry pie....
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Taking a F'N Hike with the cows at Santa Ysabel Preserve East
Hiking with Eddie and where the cows roam free. Shout out to Chaka 805. Getting F'N scared from a snake and a lizard. You will hear from chirping birds to bees and rattle snakes! Eddie and I have our differences on bees and rattle snake sounds. Sharing our libations at the top, enjoying our…
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9 mile hike with only 2 F'N Beers at Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve
Nice to open up with some Stick Figure Music. This is dedicated to my sister Maggie and my friend Christina. The day we hiked 9 miles and Maggie was supposed to bring the Bloody Mary's and showed up empty handed. Luckily, I packed two beers! Our hike was at Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve located...
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Quarantined and Reminiscing with my guest and also my husband, Eddie Velez
Our big hiking/camping trip this year was going to be at Joshua Tree National park, but that got cancelled due to COVID-19. So, we reminisce about our camping trip to Havasupai Falls back in 2019. Eddie talks about his most memorable moments and not so fun moments. I talk about what I did to...
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Essential errands, hiking responsibly, First go to hike from members
Running essential errands, information on hiking responsibly from the American hiking society, Take A F’N Hike members share what their first go to hike will be as soon as COVID-19 is all over!
About this show
A fun hiking group who hikes to the top to enjoy a libation! I am a RN with an ambition to hike and connect hikers. I love the F word and so do most people. The name says it all! Beer taste better on Top! Take A F'N Hike inspired me to make T-shirts and hats installed with a bottle opener to enjoy that special beer when you reach the summit. Why not start a podcast now so that I can share my F'N hiking stories with you!
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Sonia