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The Trail Dames Podcast

by Anna Huthmaker

In the Trail Dames Podcast we speak with "women who like to dance upon this earth." We are a supportive group of women hikers. Some will make you laugh, some may make you cry, but all will inspire you to join us and dance upon this earth.

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Episodes

  1. Episode #381 - 48 Peaks by Cheryl Suchors - Chapter 17 Part 2

    One of the best books I have ever read; in Cheryl's own words, it is a book about 'hiking and healing in the mountains'. Bio- Floundering in her second career, the one she's always wanted, forty-eight year old Cheryl Suchors resolves that, despite a fear of heights, her mid-life success depends…

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  2. Episode #380 - 48 Peaks by Cheryl Suchors - Chapter 17 Part 1

    One of the best books I have ever read; in Cheryl's own words, it is a book about 'hiking and healing in the mountains'. Bio- Floundering in her second career, the one she's always wanted, forty-eight year old Cheryl Suchors resolves that, despite a fear of heights, her mid-life success depends…

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  3. Episode #379 - 48 Peaks by Cheryl Suchors - Chapter 16

    One of the best books I have ever read; in Cheryl's own words, it is a book about 'hiking and healing in the mountains'. Bio- Floundering in her second career, the one she's always wanted, forty-eight year old Cheryl Suchors resolves that, despite a fear of heights, her mid-life success depends…

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  4. Episode #378 - 48 Peaks by Cheryl Suchors - Chapter 15

    One of the best books I have ever read; in Cheryl's own words, it is a book about 'hiking and healing in the mountains'. Bio- Floundering in her second career, the one she's always wanted, forty-eight year old Cheryl Suchors resolves that, despite a fear of heights, her mid-life success depends…

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  5. Episode #377 - 48 Peaks by Cheryl Suchors - Chapter 14

    One of the best books I have ever read; in Cheryl's own words, it is a book about 'hiking and healing in the mountains'. Bio- Floundering in her second career, the one she's always wanted, forty-eight year old Cheryl Suchors resolves that, despite a fear of heights, her mid-life success depends…

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  6. Episode #376 - 48 Peaks by Cheryl Suchors - Chapter 13 Part 2

    One of the best books I have ever read; in Cheryl's own words, it is a book about 'hiking and healing in the mountains'. Bio- Floundering in her second career, the one she's always wanted, forty-eight year old Cheryl Suchors resolves that, despite a fear of heights, her mid-life success depends…

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  7. Episode #375 - 48 Peaks by Cheryl Suchors - Chapter 13 Part 1

    One of the best books I have ever read; in Cheryl's own words, it is a book about 'hiking and healing in the mountains'. Bio- Floundering in her second career, the one she's always wanted, forty-eight year old Cheryl Suchors resolves that, despite a fear of heights, her mid-life success depends…

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  8. Episode #374 - 48 Peaks by Cheryl Suchors - Chapter 12 Part 3

    One of the best books I have ever read; in Cheryl's own words, it is a book about 'hiking and healing in the mountains'. Bio- Floundering in her second career, the one she's always wanted, forty-eight year old Cheryl Suchors resolves that, despite a fear of heights, her mid-life success depends…

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  9. Episode #373 - 48 Peaks by Cheryl Suchors - Chapter 12 Part 2

    One of the best books I have ever read; in Cheryl's own words, it is a book about 'hiking and healing in the mountains'. Bio- Floundering in her second career, the one she's always wanted, forty-eight year old Cheryl Suchors resolves that, despite a fear of heights, her mid-life success depends…

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  10. Episode #372 - 48 Peaks by Cheryl Suchors - Chapter 12 Part 1

    One of the best books I have ever read; in Cheryl's own words, it is a book about 'hiking and healing in the mountains'. Bio- Floundering in her second career, the one she's always wanted, forty-eight year old Cheryl Suchors resolves that, despite a fear of heights, her mid-life success depends…

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  11. Episode #371 - 48 Peaks by Cheryl Suchors - Chapter 11

    One of the best books I have ever read; in Cheryl's own words, it is a book about 'hiking and healing in the mountains'. Bio- Floundering in her second career, the one she's always wanted, forty-eight year old Cheryl Suchors resolves that, despite a fear of heights, her mid-life success depends…

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  12. Episode #370 - 48 Peaks by Cheryl Suchors - Chapter 10 Part 2

    One of the best books I have ever read; in Cheryl's own words, it is a book about 'hiking and healing in the mountains'. Bio- Floundering in her second career, the one she's always wanted, forty-eight year old Cheryl Suchors resolves that, despite a fear of heights, her mid-life success depends…

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  13. Episode #369 - 48 Peaks by Cheryl Suchors - Chapter 10 Part 1

    One of the best books I have ever read; in Cheryl's own words, it is a book about 'hiking and healing in the mountains'. Bio- Floundering in her second career, the one she's always wanted, forty-eight year old Cheryl Suchors resolves that, despite a fear of heights, her mid-life success depends…

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  14. Episode #368 - 48 Peaks by Cheryl Suchors - Chapter 9 Part 3

    One of the best books I have ever read; in Cheryl's own words, it is a book about 'hiking and healing in the mountains'. Bio- Floundering in her second career, the one she's always wanted, forty-eight year old Cheryl Suchors resolves that, despite a fear of heights, her mid-life success depends…

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  15. Episode #367 - 48 Peaks by Cheryl Suchors - Chapter 9 Part 2

    One of the best books I have ever read; in Cheryl's own words, it is a book about 'hiking and healing in the mountains'. Bio- Floundering in her second career, the one she's always wanted, forty-eight year old Cheryl Suchors resolves that, despite a fear of heights, her mid-life success depends…

    more
  16. Episode #366 - 48 Peaks by Cheryl Suchors - Chapter 9 Part 1

    One of the best books I have ever read; in Cheryl's own words, it is a book about 'hiking and healing in the mountains'. Bio- Floundering in her second career, the one she's always wanted, forty-eight year old Cheryl Suchors resolves that, despite a fear of heights, her mid-life success depends…

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  17. Episode #365 - 48 Peaks by Cheryl Suchors - Chapter 8 Part 3

    One of the best books I have ever read; in Cheryl's own words, it is a book about 'hiking and healing in the mountains'. Bio- Floundering in her second career, the one she's always wanted, forty-eight year old Cheryl Suchors resolves that, despite a fear of heights, her mid-life success depends…

    more
  18. Episode #364 - 48 Peaks by Cheryl Suchors - Chapter 8 Part 2

    One of the best books I have ever read; in Cheryl's own words, it is a book about 'hiking and healing in the mountains'. Bio- Floundering in her second career, the one she's always wanted, forty-eight year old Cheryl Suchors resolves that, despite a fear of heights, her mid-life success depends…

    more
  19. Episode #363 - 48 Peaks by Cheryl Suchors - Chapter 8 Part 1

    One of the best books I have ever read; in Cheryl's own words, it is a book about 'hiking and healing in the mountains'. Bio- Floundering in her second career, the one she's always wanted, forty-eight year old Cheryl Suchors resolves that, despite a fear of heights, her mid-life success depends…

    more
  20. Episode #362 - 48 Peaks by Cheryl Suchors - Chapter 7

    One of the best books I have ever read; in Cheryl's own words, it is a book about 'hiking and healing in the mountains'. Bio- Floundering in her second career, the one she's always wanted, forty-eight year old Cheryl Suchors resolves that, despite a fear of heights, her mid-life success depends…

    more
  21. Episode #361 - 48 Peaks by Cheryl Suchors - Chapter 6 Part 2

    One of the best books I have ever read; in Cheryl's own words, it is a book about 'hiking and healing in the mountains'. Bio- Floundering in her second career, the one she's always wanted, forty-eight year old Cheryl Suchors resolves that, despite a fear of heights, her mid-life success depends…

    more
  22. Episode #360 - 48 Peaks by Cheryl Suchors - Chapter 6 Part 1

    One of the best books I have ever read; in Cheryl's own words, it is a book about 'hiking and healing in the mountains'. Bio- Floundering in her second career, the one she's always wanted, forty-eight year old Cheryl Suchors resolves that, despite a fear of heights, her mid-life success depends…

    more
  23. Episode #359 - 48 Peaks by Cheryl Suchors - Chapter 5 Part 2

    One of the best books I have ever read; in Cheryl's own words, it is a book about 'hiking and healing in the mountains'. Bio- Floundering in her second career, the one she's always wanted, forty-eight year old Cheryl Suchors resolves that, despite a fear of heights, her mid-life success depends…

    more
  24. Episode #358 - 48 Peaks by Cheryl Suchors - Chapter 5 Part 1

    One of the best books I have ever read; in Cheryl's own words, it is a book about 'hiking and healing in the mountains'. Bio- Floundering in her second career, the one she's always wanted, forty-eight year old Cheryl Suchors resolves that, despite a fear of heights, her mid-life success depends…

    more
  25. Episode #357 - 48 Peaks by Cheryl Suchors - Chapter 4

    One of the best books I have ever read; in Cheryl's own words, it is a book about 'hiking and healing in the mountains'. Bio- Floundering in her second career, the one she's always wanted, forty-eight year old Cheryl Suchors resolves that, despite a fear of heights, her mid-life success depends…

    more
  26. Episode #356 - 48 Peaks by Cheryl Suchors - Chapter 3

    One of the best books I have ever read; in Cheryl's own words, it is a book about 'hiking and healing in the mountains'. Bio- Floundering in her second career, the one she's always wanted, forty-eight year old Cheryl Suchors resolves that, despite a fear of heights, her mid-life success depends…

    more
  27. Episode #355 - 48 Peaks by Cheryl Suchors - Chapter 2 Part 2

    One of the best books I have ever read; in Cheryl's own words, it is a book about 'hiking and healing in the mountains'. Bio- Floundering in her second career, the one she's always wanted, forty-eight year old Cheryl Suchors resolves that, despite a fear of heights, her mid-life success depends…

    more
  28. Episode #354 - 48 Peaks by Cheryl Suchors - Chapter 2 Part 1

    One of the best books I have ever read; in Cheryl's own words, it is a book about 'hiking and healing in the mountains'. Bio- Floundering in her second career, the one she's always wanted, forty-eight year old Cheryl Suchors resolves that, despite a fear of heights, her mid-life success depends…

    more
  29. Episode #353 - 48 Peaks by Cheryl Suchors - Chapter 1 Part 3

    One of the best books I have ever read; in Cheryl's own words, it is a book about 'hiking and healing in the mountains'. Bio- Floundering in her second career, the one she's always wanted, forty-eight year old Cheryl Suchors resolves that, despite a fear of heights, her mid-life success depends…

    more
  30. Episode #352 - 48 Peaks by Cheryl Suchors - Chapter 1 Part 2

    One of the best books I have ever read; in Cheryl's own words, it is a book about 'hiking and healing in the mountains'. Bio- Floundering in her second career, the one she's always wanted, forty-eight year old Cheryl Suchors resolves that, despite a fear of heights, her mid-life success depends…

    more
  31. Episode #351 - 48 Peaks by Cheryl Suchors - Intro, Chapter 1 Part 1

    One of the best books I have ever read; in Cheryl's own words, it is a book about 'hiking and healing in the mountains'. Bio- Floundering in her second career, the one she's always wanted, forty-eight-year-old Cheryl Suchors resolves that, despite a fear of heights, her mid-life success depends…

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  32. Episode #350 - Podcast Info and Updates!

    It's time for a public service announcement! Take a quick few minutes to hear what is happening in the podcast and what to expect for the next few months. And as always, thank you so much for listening!! Guest Links- Mighty Blue on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mightyblueontheat Hiking…

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  33. Episode #349 - Peaks of the Balkans Trail

    Mystery caves, cursed mountains and unexploded ordinance…. let's hike the Peaks of Balkans Trail! Links- Peaks of Balkans Site - https://www.peaksofthebalkans.com/ Trek article - https://thetrek.co/peaks-of-the-balkans-114-unforgettable-miles-in-the-albanian-alps/#highlights Peaks of the Balkan...

  34. Episode #348 - Hiking With New Knees!

    What can a new knee do for your hiking? Heck! What can TWO new knees do?? This week we talk about knee replacement with special guest Kim Weiler. Links- Hiking after Knee Replacements - https://jointreplacementcenterscottsdale.com/blog/hiking-after-knee-replacement/ Hiking after Knee Replacement…

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  35. Episode #347 - Hiking Styles

    How do you like to hike? Solo… in a group…. Today's podcast talks about the pros and cons of both, with special guest Kim Weiler. Links- Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at [email protected] You can find the Trail Dames at: Our website: Trail Dames The Summit: The Summit 2024 - Presented by the...

  36. Episode #346 - Going on a Stupid Hike....

    Going on a stupid hike for my stupid mental health…. calling everyone for a mood check-in! Links- To reach Collin: [email protected] Link to purchase the book, WildWood Magic: Walking as a Sacred Path (paperback or Kindle): https://bit.ly/wildwoodmagic Collin's Website…

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  37. Episode #345 - You Can Do It! Hiking in Icy Conditions

    Don't let the ice keep you off the trail….some of the most magical, beautiful hiking you can do can be after an ice storm! Links- Tips for Ice Hiking - https://www.outdoors.org/resources/amc-outdoors/outdoor-resources/tips-hiking-ice/ MICROspikes…

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  38. Episode #344 - Almost Somewhere - Suzanne Roberts

    Suzanne Roberts is the author of the lyrical essay collection Animal Bodies: On Death, Desire, and Other Difficulties (Longlisted for the 2023 PEN/Diamonstein-Spielvogel Award for the Art of the Essay),​ the award-winning travel memoir in essays Bad Tourist: Misadventures in Love and Travel…

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  39. Episode #343 - Women of the 4000 Footers Club

    An in-depth dive into the 4000 Footers Club of New Hampshire, what it takes to accomplish and some amazing women that have (pardon the pun) rocked it!! Guest Links- 48 Peaks on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/48-Peaks-Hiking-Healing-Mountains-ebook/dp/B078G25465/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0 4000 Footers...

  40. Episode #342 - Embrace the Cliche!

    As cliché as it sounds, I made a New Year's resolution to get in better hiking shape! Here, I share my three tips for a stronger you on the trail! Links- AMC At Home Workout - https://www.outdoors.org/resources/amc-outdoors/outdoor-resources/home-workout-for-hiking/ Strength workout for hikers -...

  41. Episode #341 - Ring in the New Year!

    How do you feel about the New Year? Nostalgic for the past? Excited about the Future? Unsure? A New Year's hike is just what you need, and we have some great suggestions for you! Links- First Day Hikes - https://americanhiking.org/first-day-hikes/ Georgia "First Day Hikes" -...

  42. Episode #340 - The Milford Track

    The Trail Dames podcast continues the dream as we go full-on Tolkein while hiking in New Zealand! Links- All the details - https://www.newzealand.com/us/feature/milford-track/ Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xCwCyDuJ3Lk Official Site -...

  43. Episode #339 - Let's go to Patagonia!

    The Trail Dames podcast is on full-out fantasy mode and this week we are dreaming about hiking at the end of the world! Links- All the details - https://worldlyadventurer.com/torres-del-paine-w-hike-without-tour/ Torres del Paine video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2V6L8CVU8hk&t=854s Torres…

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  44. Episode #338 - Island Hiking

    Cold and gray outside? Plan for an island hike, complete with whale watching, lush coasts and 360-degree views of the ocean! Links- Kalalau Trail - Kalalau Trail Information | Permits | Transportation | Gear Facebook Group - Kalalau Trail | Facebook Kalalau video - One of the most dangerous...

  45. Episode #337 - Hiking the Hexa

    Anna has found a new trail for us today; the Hexatrek. Links- Hiking the Hexa: Up, down and (almost) over the hill on France's newest long-distance walk - Hiking the Hexa: Up, down and (almost) over the hill on France's newest long-distance walk The Hexa official site - Hexatrek : The long…

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  46. Episode #336 - Awesome Gifts for the Holidays!

    It's Black Friday, and I have found all the coolest new gifts for your favorite hikers and backpackers! Links- Tree Hugger leave no trace camp hook - Tree Hugger (Leave No Trace Camp Hook, Weighs Less Than 1oz) A Woman's Place Is in the Wild deck of cards - A Woman's Place Is in the Wild: Deck of...

  47. Episode #335 - Women Who Wander and Write

    Today's episode celebrates the women who write the wild. If you love the outdoors and good writing, this is your new favorite listen. Links- Mary Oliver - Mary Oliver Nan Shepherd - [Nan Shepherd(11,Robert%20Macfarlane%20and%20Richard%20Mabey] Linda Hogan - Linda Hogan (Author of Solar Storms)…

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  48. Episode #334 - Sheroes of the Trail

    Celebrating the fearless women who changed the hiking world, from Everest and the Andes in today's episode of the Trail Dames Podcast. Links- Honouring High Places: The Mountain Life of Junko Tabei - Honouring High Places: The Mountain Life of Junko Tabei Up, Up, Ever Up!: Junko Tabei: A Life in...

  49. Episode #333 - Lite Shoes Tales of the AT (Epilogue)

    Jan Leitschuh was bitten by the AT bug in 2002. With no real backpacking experience, she threw herself into learning, training and stomping down fears and questions that swirled around her preparations. She joined the infamous Pack 31- a group of hikers that met online and named themselves after...

  50. Episode #332 - Haunted Hikes for Halloween

    Anna shares a few creepy hikes to celebrate Halloween! Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at [email protected] You can find the Trail Dames at: Our website: Trail Dames The Summit: The Summit 2022 - Presented by the Trail Dames The Trail Dames Foundation: Trail Dames Charitable Foundation | Home...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

In the Trail Dames Podcast we speak with "women who like to dance upon this earth." We are a supportive group of women hikers. Some will make you laugh, some may make you cry, but all will inspire you to join us and dance upon this earth.

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Anna Huthmaker

Produced by Steve Adams and Anna Huthmaker

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In the Trail Dames Podcast we speak with "women who like to dance upon this earth." We are a supportive group of women hikers. Some will make you laugh, some may make you cry, but all will inspire you to join us and dance upon this earth.

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