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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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193 Bob and Kevin Catch-up during COVID-19

Outdoors with Hiking Bob ·

2020/04/08

Bob and Kevin are back on the podcast (remotely connected) and compare notes and catch up on how COVID-19 has been affecting them and outdoor recreation, and why Bob hasn't been in Colorado for weeks (it's only temporary). Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Wild Westendorf on , and Listen on , and

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192 Physical Therapist Alicia Filley

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2020/04/01

This week's guest is physical therapist Alicia Filley. She talks with Bob about how hikers can hike and enjoy the outdoors while minimizing the risk of injury. There are a lot of good pointers in this episode. This podcast was recorded prior to the COVID-19 crisis hit critical mass in the U.S. Read my article in the Colorado Springs Independent on how to safely engage in outdoor recreation during this crisis Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking

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45:16

191 Colorado State Parks' Darcy Mount

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2020/03/25

This week on the podcast, Bob welcomes back Darcy Mount, from Colorado Parks and Wildlife. On her previous visit (episode #113), Darcy was the Senior Ranger at Cheyenne Mountain State Park. Since then, she had been promoted to Manager of Eleven Mile and adjacent Spinney Mountain State Parks. The discuss centers around the new responsibilities of being a park manager, and the challenges brought on by the remoteness of these two parks, and more. This podcast was recorded prior to the COVID-19 crisis

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190 Colorado Springs Parks Departments' Scott Abbott

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2020/03/18

On this episode, Bob talks with Scott Abbott, the Colorado Springs Parks Department's Parks, Trails and Open Space Manager. They discuss the impact of increased usage in the city's parks and open spaces, how the staff manages the parks, and more. This podcast was recorded prior to the COVID-19 crisis hit critical mass in the U.S. Read my article in the Colorado Springs Independent on how to safely engage in outdoor recreation during this crisis Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast

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37:40

189 Daylight Saving Time, Lesser Known Places, Fitness

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2020/03/11

On this week's episode, Bob and Kevin discuss hiking in lesser known places such as and , look for an answer to the question and the pro's and con's of Daylight Saving Time (and why do people get so worked up over it). Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Wild Westendorf on , and Listen on , and

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50:52

188 Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates Cory Sutela and...

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2020/03/04

Bob talks with Cory Sutela and Harry Hamill from local mountain biking group Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates. They discuss e-bikes on trails, their work with land managers and other outdoor recreation groups and their need for volunteers. For more information about MWTA, you can listen to podcasts, 16, 85 and 162. Also check out their , and their and feeds Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Listen on , and

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39:57

187 Fox 21's Lauren McDonald

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2020/02/26

On this week's show, Bob chats with Lauren McDonald from Fox 21's morning news show in Colorado Springs. She talks about her history in broadcasting, how she ended up in Colorado Springs, and how it met her expectations. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Listen on , and

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186 Mike Bristol, owner of Bristol Brewing

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2020/02/19

This week's guest is Mike Bristol, who along with his wife Amanda, owns the iconic Bristol Brewing in Colorado Springs. Bob and Mike discuss the origins of the brewery, it's connection with outdoor recreation, their philanthropy, their effect on other microbrews in the region and a whole lot more. It's a great conversation, recorded live in the brew pub. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and

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41:45

185 E-bikes on trails? President's day hikes, new...

Outdoors with Hiking Bob ·

2020/02/12

Bob and co-host Kevin discuss the use of e-bikes on trails and their concerns over users "hacking" the bikes; President's Day hikes; winter is back and where to go snowshoeing; Bob's new photography website. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Wild Westendorf on , and

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184 Colorado Parks and Wildlife's Brett Ackerman

Outdoors with Hiking Bob ·

2020/02/05

On this week's podcast, Bob interviews Brett Ackerman, the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Southeast Regional Manager. They discuss his background and history with CPW, his duties and responsibilities, his vision for the region, the challenges of managing state parks and also hunting and fishing, and a timeline for the opening of the newest state park. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Listen on , and

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42:54

183 Waldo Canyon, Where's the snow?, Which backpack,...

Outdoors with Hiking Bob ·

2020/01/29

This week, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss the latest in the Waldo Canyon rebuilding, what kind of backpacks they use while hiking, where is the snow?, a special offer for new patrons, and more. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Wild Westendorf on , and Listen on , and

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50:42

182 Bob's trip to Yellowstone, recent park controversy

Outdoors with Hiking Bob ·

2020/01/22

This week, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss Bob's recent photography trip to Yellowstone National Park with National Geographic, Kevin's recent hikes, and they examine the recent controversy surrounding Colorado Springs Parks. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Wild Westendorf on , and Listen on , and

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54:54

181 Pikes Peak Outdoor Recreation Alliance...

Outdoors with Hiking Bob ·

2020/01/15

Becky Leinweber, the Executive Director of the Pikes Peak Outdoor Recreation Alliance (PPORA) is Bob's guest on this week's episode. They discuss the mission of the PPORA, the unique partnerships it has helped develop, and the challenges facing outdoor recreation in both the Pikes Peak region and Colorado. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Listen on , and

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44:47

180 Is a popular outdoor newsletter just click-bait?

Outdoors with Hiking Bob ·

2020/01/08

On this week's show, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss whether a popular outdoor recreation newsletter is "click-bait" or is it just "out there"? Also, looking forward to the new year, and upcoming events. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Wild Westendorf on , and Listen on , and

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58:08

179 El Paso County Parks Director Tim Wolken

Outdoors with Hiking Bob ·

2020/01/01

On this New Year's Day episode, Bob talks with El Paso County (CO) Community Services Department Director Tim Wolken about the accomplishments of the county parks department in 2019 and what's ahead in 2020. It's a lively discussion that covers a lot of ground. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Listen on , and

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178 Colorado Springs Parks Director Karen Palus

Outdoors with Hiking Bob ·

2019/12/25

On this week's show, Bob sits down with Karen Palus, the director of Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services for a wide ranging discussion. They discuss what the department has done since their last interview during the summer, and what's ahead for the department in 2020 and beyond. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Listen on , and

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42:53

177 Winter hiking, last minute gift ideas, First Day...

Outdoors with Hiking Bob ·

2019/12/18

On this week's show, Bob and co-host Kevin talk about responsible winter hiking, last minute holiday gift ideas, "First Day" hikes, a record setting Grand Canyon hike, and more. This week's podcast is sponsored by Victorinox, the creators of the Swiss Army Knife Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Wild Westendorf on , and Listen on , and

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176 Friends of the Equestrian Skills Course

Outdoors with Hiking Bob ·

2019/12/11

On this week's show, the guests are from the Friends of the Equestrian Skills Course. A one-of-a-kind facility built entirely with donated labor and funds, it readies equestrians and their riders for riding in the mountains. This week's podcast is sponsored by Victorinox, the creators of the Swiss Army Knife Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Listen on , and

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32:42

175 Friends of Monument Valley Park

Outdoors with Hiking Bob ·

2019/12/04

On this week's show, guests from the Friends of Monument Valley Park discuss their organization, and their role in preserving one of the oldest parks in Colorado Springs. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Listen on , and

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42:09

174 A conversation with Wild Connections

Outdoors with Hiking Bob ·

2019/11/27

This week, Bob chats with Jim and John from the outdoors group Wild Connections. Part of the IndyGive! they discuss what the group does, it's history, and why you should consider donating to them. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: for more information. Hiking Bob on , and Listen on , and

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