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Outdoors with Hiking Bob

Bob Falcone shares tips and news about outdoor recreation in the Pikes Peak region. Bob covers trails, clothing, equipment, volunteerism, tourism, politics, photography, destinations and preparedness.

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353 Wildlife Encounters

Outdoors with Hiking Bob ·

2023/05/10

On this week's podcast, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss two wildlife encounters that occured in Colorado Springs. In the first, they discuss a mountain lion sighting in the Garden of the Gods along a busy trail. It generated a lot of publicity and many social media posts, but they discuss why seeing a mountain lion in the wild is not a good thing. The second encounter was with a bear that was euthanized after entering a house several times. Subsequent investigation revealed why the bear kept

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352 A Wide Variety of Topics

Outdoors with Hiking Bob ·

2023/05/03

On this week's podcast, Bob talks about problems he had recently with his feet when hiking, and how he resolved the problem. He and Kevin discuss dates this summer when the Pikes Peak Highway will open before dawn; a new feature to Google Maps that integrates National Park maps; a special deal on locally produced Pocket Pals Trail Maps, and much more. Special Events on Pikes Peak: https://coloradosprings.gov/special-events Pocket Pals Trail Maps: https://www.pptrailmaps.com/ Please consider

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45:35

351 USFS Law Enforcement

Outdoors with Hiking Bob ·

2023/04/26

U.S. Forest Service Law Enforcement Officer Earl Huie is the guest on this week's podcast. He and Bob discuss the job of a Forest Service Law Enforcement Officer and how it is the same - or different - than that of a city police officer or a sheriff, what are the challenges to enforcing the law in a national forest and especially in the Pikes Peak region, how does a USFS Law Officer work with local agencies, and much more. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit:

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42:55

350 Incline Friends & Manitou Incline 10th anniversary

Outdoors with Hiking Bob ·

2023/04/19

Bill Beagle from the Incline Friends is the guest on this week's podcast. We talk about the history of the Manitou Incline and how it became a fitness attraction, drawing not only hikers, but world class athletes. We discuss how the Incline Friends supports the Incline, the upcoming 10th anniversary of it becoming a legal destination, and how the Incline Friends will celebrate. And, what's with all the uproar over setting FKT (Fastest Known Time) records on the incline? Inclline Friends website:

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349 Pikes Peak District Ranger Carl Bauer Returns

Outdoors with Hiking Bob ·

2023/04/12

On this week's podcast, U.S. Forest Service Ranger Carl Bauer returns. The ranger for the Pikes Peak District of the Pike National Forest, Bauer discusses how this district compares to other forests he's worked in, and the specific challenges and benefits to the Pikes Peak District. He also discusses on-going fire mitigation work, collaborating with Colorado Springs on the Blodgett Open Space Master Plan, when the Section 16 trail will re-open, and much more. The earlier podcast with Bauer:

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49:17

348 Visiting Big Bend, CPW Centennial and Columbine...

Outdoors with Hiking Bob ·

2023/04/05

On this week's podcast, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss Bob's recent trip to Big Bend National Park. Also, Colorado's new Centennial park pass for low income residents, and the Columbine park pass for disabled residents. Off the Beaten Path Adventures: https://www.offthebeatenpath.com/ Centenniall Pass: https://cpw.state.co.us/buyapply/Pages/CentennialProgram.aspx Columbine Pass: https://cpw.state.co.us/buyapply/Pages/ColumbinePassInfo.aspx Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit:

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44:55

347 Teller County Regional Animal Shelter

Outdoors with Hiking Bob ·

2023/03/29

On this week's podcast, Bob chats with Angie Davis from the Teller County Regional Animal Shelter in Divide, Colorado. They discuss the work TCRAS does to pair up dogs and cats with prospective owners, their "Doggy Day Out" program, how to prepare your pup (or cat...) for hiking, and a lot more. TCRAS website: https://www.tcrascolorado.org/ Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information Hiking Bob website: https://www.HikingBob.com

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44:05

346 Re-thinking charging for SAR

Outdoors with Hiking Bob ·

2023/03/22

On this week's podcast, Wild Westendorf returns and the topic of discussion is whether there are some instances where people should be charged for the cost of their back-country rescues. Also discussed is the recent announcement from Sixty35 Media that they laid off half of their staff due to an unknown debt that created a financial crisis, and what it means to the news environment in Colorado Springs. They also discuss how the newspaper business is in trouble in many places, and how you can

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55:45

345 The Barr Trail, the A Frame and the Colorado...

Outdoors with Hiking Bob ·

2023/03/15

On this week's episode, Bob chats with Dean Waits, from the Pikes Peak Group of the Colorado Mountain Club. They talk about the history of the Barr Trail, the most popular hiking route to the summit of Pikes Peak, and Fred Barr, who the trail is named after. They also discuss Barr Camp, about half-way up the trail, and also the A-Frame shelter, on the trail and CMC's work to maintain it. CMC Pikes Peak Group: https://www.cmc.org/groups-sections/front-range-groups/pikes-peak Barr Camp:

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36:38

344 The Healthy Hiker Talks About Balance and Hiking

Outdoors with Hiking Bob ·

2023/03/08

On this week's podcast, Bob welcomes frequent guest Alicia Filley, "The Healthy Hiker" back to the show. On this episode, they discuss how having good balance is eseential to healthy hiking, how to recognize if your balance might be off, and how to improve it. As both an avid hiker and a physical therapist, Alicia is well equipped to help you become a healthier hiker. The Healthy Hiker Website: https://www.thehealthyhiker.com/ Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit:

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36:59

343 Vote Yes for the TOPS Renewal

Outdoors with Hiking Bob ·

2023/03/01

On this week's podcast, Bob and guest Susan Davies from the Trails and Open Space Coalition discuss 2023 Colorado Springs ballot measure #1, which extends the Trails, Open Space, and Parks (TOPS) progam to 2045. They discuss what the TOPS program is, how it has benefitted Colorado Springs, what minor changes are included in the ballot, and also dispel myths regarding the ballot language. TOSC website: https://www.trailsandopenspaces.org/ Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit:

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342 Pike National Forest District Ranger Carl Bauer

Outdoors with Hiking Bob ·

2023/02/22

On this week's podcast, Bob sits down with Carl Bauer, the District Ranger for the Pikes Peak Ranger District of the Pike National Forest. In their first interview, Bauer, who has been the District Ranger for just under a year, talks about his history with the U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management. He discusses the different places around the country he has worked, along with the varied positions he has filled, and how he landed in Colorado Springs. There are plans for future podcasts

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35:27

341 El Paso County Parks 2022 review and 2023 preview

Outdoors with Hiking Bob ·

2023/02/15

On this week's podcast, Bob chats with Todd Marts, the Executive Director of the El Paso County (CO) Parks and Community Services Department. They discuss some significant accomplishments of the department in 2022 and a preview of what the department is planning for 2023. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information Hiking Bob website: https://www.HikingBob.com Wild Westendorf website: https://www.Wildwestendorf.com Where to listen,

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340 Colorado Springs Parks 2022 review and 2023 preview

Outdoors with Hiking Bob ·

2023/02/08

On this week's podcast, Bob chats with Britt Haley, the director of the Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department. They discuss some significant accomplishments of the department in 2022 and a preview of what the department is planning for 2023. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information Hiking Bob website: https://www.HikingBob.com Wild Westendorf website: https://www.Wildwestendorf.com Where to listen,

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41:04

339 Winter weather, Volunteerism; TOPS ballot

Outdoors with Hiking Bob ·

2023/02/01

On this week's podcast, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss the value of volunteerism, how it's quantified, and how one local news outlet got it wrong. Also, recent winter weather, and why the weather is a constant topic of conversation; the TOPS extension is now on the Colorado Springs ballot for April. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information Hiking Bob website: https://www.HikingBob.com Wild Westendorf website:

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51:58

338 Study: NPS Reservation Systems Locks Out Most...

Outdoors with Hiking Bob ·

2023/01/25

In this week's podcast, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss a 2022 study from the University of Montana which shows that the National Park Service's advance reservations systems effectively locks out lower income users. They discuss how this has been a concern of theirs when these systems were first introduced, and also how the high entry fees charged at the most popular national parks also causes lower income users to be shut out. The also discuss how Colorado Parks and Wildlife is taking steps to make

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45:56

337 Legal Protections for Private Recreational Land...

Outdoors with Hiking Bob ·

2023/01/18

On this week's podcast, Bob and Kevin discuss possible legislation in Colorado to free private landowners of liability if they allow recreational use. Also, an update on trails in Fishers Peak State Park, the TOPS ballot measure advances, and new levels for Patreon supporters. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information Hiking Bob website: https://www.HikingBob.com Wild Westendorf website: https://www.Wildwestendorf.com Where to

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47:33

336 TOPS ballot; Altitude sickness explained;...

Outdoors with Hiking Bob ·

2023/01/11

On this week's podcast, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss the upcoming election to re-authorize Colorado Springs' "TOPS" program, answer a listener question about altitude sickness, upcoming "Listening Sessions", where recreationists can make their voices heard with public land managers, and more. Altitude sickness article: https://wb.md/3iwUZRU Listening sessions: https://ppora.org/oppi Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information

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33:56

335 Winter hiking safety; 2022 stats; iPhone 14 update

Outdoors with Hiking Bob ·

2023/01/04

On this week's podcast Bob and co-host Kevin discuss how to hike safely in severe winter weather. Also, hiking statistics for 2022; GPS enabled watches; places to go in 2023, the unintended consequences of the iPhone 14 SOS feature, and more. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information Hiking Bob website: https://www.HikingBob.com Wild Westendorf website: https://www.Wildwestendorf.com Where to listen, download and subscribe to

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33:58

334 Where is Bob going next?

Outdoors with Hiking Bob ·

2022/12/28

On this week's podcast, Bob welcomes co-host Kevin back to the podcast. Bob reveals his next adventure, and some ideas for more adventures. Also, this is the last few days to donate to the Give! campaign. Give! website: https://givepikespeak.org/ Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information Hiking Bob website: https://www.HikingBob.com Wild Westendorf website: https://www.Wildwestendorf.com Where to listen, download and subscribe

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