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Treks to Nowhere
by Treks to Nowhere
This is Treks to Nowhere. For as long as I have known, I have had an unyielding pull to the faraway, to the remote, to the inaccessible. At my very core I have had an almost instinctual fascination with peculiar, and often quirky locations and geographical oddities. Here I will revisit my various adventures and travels to these unique and remote locations.
Episodes
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Bonus Ep. #2-4 : Completing the Colorado 14ers
In this fourth bonus episode following season 2, we'll revisit my 14-year odyssey to summit all 58 of Colorado's 14,000 foot peaks. Link: The Complete Written Story Website: Treks to Nowhere
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Bonus Ep. #2-3 : A Journey Run from Canyon to Crest
In this third bonus episode following season 2, we'll revisit my trek to from the Colorado River at the bottom of the Grand Canyon, up to Arizona's highest point on the summit of Humphrey's Peak.Treks to Nowhere
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Bonus Ep. #2-2 : A Journey to the Center of Arizona
In this second bonus episode following season 2, we'll revisit my trek to the Geographic Center of Arizona which ultimately took me four attempts to reach. Treks to Nowhere
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Bonus Ep. #2-1 : What Comes Next?
In this Season 2 Bonus episode, I have a candid conversation with you all on what comes next (if anything). Please share your thoughts with me at [email protected] Treks To Nowhere site: http://www.trekstonowhere.com
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Ep. #2-22 : Obscure Sorrows and a Run Around the World
In this season finale, we'll explore the Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows and how it all relates to those fleeting moments that truly define our adventures and our lives. Treks to Nowhere
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Ep. #2-21 : The Quehanna and Oil Creek Trails
In this twenty-first episode of the second season, we'll revisit the summer of 2006, when I completed three transformative training hikes in preparation for my Appalachian Trail thru-hike. Treks to Nowhere
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Ep. #2-20 : A Northern Arizona High Point Circuit
In this twentieth episode of the second season, we'll revisit a collection of treks to three of the more remote and isolated peaks in the greater Flagstaff Area. Treks to Nowhere
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Ep. #2-19 : The Tassie Trail Fest
In this nineteenth episode of the second season, we'll revisit my time running through the remote wilderness of northern Tasmania during the multi-day event known as the Tassie Trail Fest. Treks to Nowhere
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Ep. #2-18 : The Barkley Marathons Pt. 3 - The Contest
In this eighteenth episode of the second season, and part 3 of a 3-part miniseries, we'll revisit my time on the Barkley Marathons course, and how it ultimately played out. Treks to Nowhere
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Ep. #2-17 : The Barkley Marathons Pt. 2 - The Prologue
In this seventeenth episode of the second season, and part 2 of a 3-part miniseries, we'll revisit how I came to learn of the Barkley Marathons, and how I ultimately prepared to run it in 2012. Treks to Nowhere
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Ep. #2-16 : The Barkley Marathons Pt. 1 - The Aftermath
In this sixteenth episode of the second season, we'll dive into a 3-part miniseries that will retell the entire story surrounding my 2012 running of the infamous Barkley Marathons footrace. Treks to Nowhere
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Ep. #2-15 : A Tale of Two Centuries
In this fifteenth episode of the second season, we'll revisit a pair of century rides thousands of miles, and many years apart. Treks to Nowhere
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Ep. #2-14 : The NAZMAT Rides
In this fourteenth episode of the second season, we'll revisit the NAZMAT rides of 2022. Treks to Nowhere
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Ep. #2-13 : A Post-Doctoral Hurt
In this thirteenth episode of the second season, we'll revisit the grueling nature of a PhD Program, as well as a 100-mile run through the dense jungles of Hawaii. Treks to Nowhere
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Ep. #2-12 : A Vermont Triathlon of Sorts
In this twelfth episode of the second season, we'll revisit an ad hock triathlon adventure I took on in 2016 along the Appalachian Trail in Vermont. Treks to Nowhere
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Ep. #2-11 : Stewart Island, NZ
In this eleventh episode of the second season, we'll revisit my tour of New Zealand's Stewart Island in 2009, when I made my way around the rugged and remote Northwest Circuit Track. Treks to Nowhere
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Ep. #2-10 : Crooked Raven Waypoint Scramble
In this tenth episode of the second season, we'll revisit a rather unorthodox style of multi-day adventure that took place in April of 2022...on two wheels. Treks to Nowhere
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Ep. #2-9 : The Hardrock 100 - Pt. 2
In this ninth episode of the second season, I complete the retelling of my odyssey to participate in the event known as the Hardrock 100. This is Pt. 2 of that story.
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Ep. #2-8 : The Hardrock 100 - Pt. 1
In this eighth episode of the second season, I revisit my ten year odyssey to participate in the event known as the Hardrock 100. This is Pt. 1 of that story. Treks to Nowhere Book/Collection Treks To Nowhere site
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Ep. #2-7 : A Southeast Highpoint Loop
In this seventh episode of the second season, I revisit a 4-day road trip that I took in 2017 across the deep south of the US. Along the way, I immersed myself into the rural south, and managed to bag 5 additional state high points Treks to Nowhere Book/Collection Treks To Nowhere site
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Ep. #2-6 : A Blanca Group Hat Trick
In this sixth episode of the second season, I revisit a Colorado 14er frenzy loop that I completed in the Blanca Group of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. A 14er Frenzy Report Blanca Loop Route Treks to Nowhere Book/Collection Treks To Nowhere site
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Ep. #2-5 : The Flag-Ona Ultimate Loop
In this fifth episode of the second season, I revisit an "impossible" 100-mile loop around Flagstaff and Sedona that I completed on my small Honda trail motorcycle. Flag-Ona Footage Pt. 1: https://youtu.be/HUmU8LIxY0c Flag-Ona Footage Pt. 1: https://youtu.be/xGat7bbl4VY GPX Route: GAIA Map Link...
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Ep. #2-4 : A Grand Ride (Saddlesore 1000)
In this fourth episode of the second season, I revisit a 1000-mile adventure around Arizona that I took on my single-cylinder, Royal Enfield Himalayan motorcycle. Iron Butt Ride Full Footage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y3hUJbpLamY Full Ride Report:...
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Ep. #2-3 : Three Days at the Fair
In this third episode of the second season, I revisit a multi-day running event that takes place in rural New Jersey. It was at this event, that I found my joy of running again... Run Report: https://lakewoodhiker.blogspot.com/2013/05/3-days-at-fair-event-report.html Treks to Nowhere...
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Ep. #2-2 : A Brompton Century Ride
In this second episode of the second season, I revisit a silly 100-mile ritual and my nearly decade-long quest to acquire a very unique type of bicycle. Brompton Century Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqtohGAKXVE Treks to Nowhere Book/Collection: https://amzn.to/3ZO2h54 Treks To Nowhere...
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Ep. #2-1 : Season 2 Intro and the Black Forest Trail
In this first episode of the second season, I revisit a very important turning point in my life...the moment when my love of long-distance trekking was born. Treks to Nowhere Book/Collection: https://amzn.to/3ZO2h54 Treks To Nowhere site: http://www.trekstonowhere.com Black Forest Trail Info:...
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Bonus Ep. #1-4 : Across the Ditch and Back
In this fourth and final Season 1 *Bonus* Episode, I share the short story of my journey across the Grand Canyon and back on my first ever Rim-2-Rim-2-Rim hike Treks To Nowhere site: http://www.trekstonowhere.com R2R2R Report:...
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Bonus Ep. #1-3 : Spartathlon and the Wrath of Zorba the Greek
In this third Season 1 *Bonus* Episode, I share the short stories of my journey across southern Greece during the Spartathlon race. --These *Bonus* Episodes will be periodically released to help bridge the gap until the full second season is released. Treks To Nowhere site:...
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Bonus Ep. #1-2 : A South Pole Ultramarathon
In this second Season 1 *Bonus* Episode, I share the short stories of my attempt to be the first to complete an ultramarathon at the South Pole These *Bonus* Episodes will be periodically released to help bridge the gap until the full second season is released. Treks To Nowhere site:...
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Bonus Ep. #1-1 : The Unlucky 8
In this first Season 1 *Bonus* Episode, I share the short stories of 8 special places from my past that ultimately did not make it into the full Treks to Nowhere companion text. These *Bonus* Episodes will be periodically released to help bridge the gap until the full second season is released....
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Ep. #1-21 : To be an Explorer...
In this final episode of the first season of Treks to Nowhere, I first walk through a recap of the previous episodes, and then ponder the question of what it means to be an explorer. Treks To Nowhere site: http://www.trekstonowhere.com Treks To Nowhere video: TBD Relevant Link 1:...
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Ep. #1-20 : Worsley: A Tribute
In this twentieth episode, I pay tribute to Henry Worsley, an inspiring man, and genuine Antarctic explorer. Treks To Nowhere site: http://www.trekstonowhere.com Treks To Nowhere video: TBD Detailed Report : http://lakewoodhiker.blogspot.com/2018/11/worsley.html
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Ep. #1-19 : Finding Harding Point
In this nineteenth episode, I explore the circuitous 30-year journey I went on to discover my love of exploration on two wheels. In addition, I revisit those special hideaway places that we all hold most special, including one place here in Arizona, known as Harding Point. Treks To Nowhere site:...
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Ep. #1-18 : A Haunting on Wood Hill
In this eighteenth episode, I explore the idea of how specific sounds can sometimes define our memories of a geographical location, and retell the story of my eerie trek up to Wood Hill, Utah, in the middle of the night. Treks To Nowhere site: http://www.trekstonowhere.com Treks To Nowhere video:...
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Ep. #1-17 : The Obscure US State High Points
In this seventeenth episode, I explore the idea of high-pointing, with a focus on those that are least-visited. I also revisit my treks to three of these such remote locations in North Dakota, Minnesota, and Michigan. Treks To Nowhere site: http://www.trekstonowhere.com Treks To Nowhere video…
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Ep. #1-16 : Sitgreaves: The Invisible Mountain
In this sixteenth episode, I explore the idea of the journey itself, and how combing different modes of transport can add to the excitement of a trek to nowhere. I go on to retell the story of my visit out to the summit of a nearby, but seemingly unnoticed peak in Northern Arizona know as...
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Ep. #1-15 : A Lost Earth (Hopkinsville, KY)
In this fifteenth episode, I explore the topic of total solar eclipses, and retell the story of my visit to small town in rural Kentucky to experience was of the most profound and supernatural events possible. Treks To Nowhere site: http://www.trekstonowhere.com Treks To Nowhere video: TBD…
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Ep. #1-14 : Vermont High-to-Low Marathon
In this fourteenth episode, I explore the idea of combined geographic superlatives, and retell the story of my whimsical trek from Vermont's highest point on Mt. Mansfield, to its lowest point at Lake Champlain. Treks To Nowhere site: http://www.trekstonowhere.com Treks To Nowhere video: TBD...
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Ep. #1-13 : Geographic Centers
In this thirteenth episode, I explore the significance and peculiarity of geographic centers, and pose the question of how these points are specifically calculated. I then retell the story of my visit to various geographic centers with the United States. For additional information see the…
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Ep. #1-12 : The Isolation of Mt. Wasilewski
In this twelfth episode, I explore the significance and unquestionable draw of isolated places, and pose the question of how we might try to quantify the concept of remoteness. I retell the story of my visits to various remote places including the extremely isolated Antarctic Peak known as Mt....
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Ep. #1-11 : "Jesus Rock" & Other Remote Islands
In this eleventh episode, I explore the significance and unquestionable draw of remote islands, and retell the story of my visit to the minuscule "Jesus Rock" off the shore of Isle Royale National Park. For additional information see the following links: Treks To Nowhere site:...
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Ep. #1-10 : Culebra Peak, Colorado
In this tenth episode, I retell the story of my Winter Ascent of one of Colorado's most remote 14,000 foot peaks: Culebra Peak. For additional information see the following links: Treks To Nowhere site: http://www.trekstonowhere.com Treks To Nowhere video: TBD Detailed Trip Report:...
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Ep. #1-9 : The Vermont Long Trail - Unsupported | Part 2
In this ninth episode, I conclude the story of my Unsupported, Fastest Known Time attempt, on the Vermont Long Trail. For additional information see the following links: Treks To Nowhere site: http://www.trekstonowhere.com Treks To Nowhere video: TBD Detailed Trip Report:...
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Ep. #1-8 : The Vermont Long Trail - Unsupported | Part 1
In this eighth episode, I retell part #1 of the story of my Unsupported, Fastest Known Time attempt, on the Vermont Long Trail. For additional information see the following links: Treks To Nowhere site: http://www.trekstonowhere.com Treks To Nowhere video: TBD Detailed Trip Report:...
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Ep. #1-7 : The NH-ME-QC Trifinium Point
In this seventh episode, I review geographic trifinia, and revisit my trek to the NH-ME-QC twi-state point. For additional information see the following links: Treks To Nowhere site: http://www.trekstonowhere.com Treks To Nowhere video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tLKOoqWqii8 Detailed Trip...
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Ep. #1-6 : Geographic Superlatives and the South Cape Bay, Tasmania
In this sixth episode, I review geographic superlatives and revisit my trek to the southernmost practical point in Australia. For additional information see the following links: Treks To Nowhere site: http://www.trekstonowhere.com Treks To Nowhere video…
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Ep. #1-5 : Geographic Exclaves and Province Point, Vermont
In this fifth episode, I review geographic exclaves and revisit my trek to a miniscule US exclave located at Province Point, Vermont. For additional information see the following links: Treks To Nowhere site: http://www.trekstonowhere.com Treks To Nowhere video:...
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Ep. #1-4 : Geographic Poles and the North American Pole of Inaccessibility
In this fourth episode, I review geographic poles and revisit my trek to the North American Pole of Inaccessibility in rural South Dakota. For additional information see the following links: Treks To Nowhere site: http://www.trekstonowhere.com Treks To Nowhere video:...
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Ep. #1-3 : The Arctic Circle & Grímsey
In this third episode, I review the arctic circle and revisit my trek up to a remote island North of Iceland in a bid to officially "set foot north of the Arctic Circle". For additional information see the following links: Treks To Nowhere site: http://www.trekstonowhere.com Treks To Nowhere…
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Ep. #1-2 : Nunavut, Canada
In this second episode, I review Nunavut, and revisit my trek up to a remote island in Northern Canada in a bid to officially "set foot in the territory of Nunavut, without flying". For additional information see the following links: Treks To Nowhere site: http://www.trekstonowhere.com Treks To...
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This is Treks to Nowhere. For as long as I have known, I have had an unyielding pull to the faraway, to the remote, to the inaccessible. At my very core I have had an almost instinctual fascination with peculiar, and often quirky locations and geographical oddities. Here I will revisit my various adventures and travels to these unique and remote locations.
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