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The Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #234 Lagniappe - The "P" word, the "A" word, and Making a DifferenceAnna, aka Mud Butt, is the host of the Trail Dames podcast, the founder of Trail Dames, Inc, and the owner of Huthmaker Fine Violins in Atlanta, GA. And she has been bitten by the advocacy bug!! Guest Links- AHS Hike the Hill - https://americanhiking.org/advocacy/#hike-the-hill State Environmental Tracking Website - https://www.ncsl.org/environment-and-natural-resources/state-bill-tracking-database Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at info@traildames.com You can find the Trail Dames at: Our website: https://www.traildames.com The Summit: https://www.traildamessummit...2023-11-2121 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #192 - 5th Tuesday - Dixie Huthmaker (Mud Butt's Mom)Dixie Huthmaker grew up in Jackson, Mississippi, where she became an accomplished musician and teacher. In the years that followed, she married the love of her life, Roland “Buddy” Huthmaker, and had two children, Anna and Charles. When her children were in middle school, Dixie’s adventuresome nature made itself known as she started writing a book, dreaming of visiting cathedrals all over Europe, and attended sailing school. She always told her kids that they could follow any dream that they had and that she and Buddy were there to support them. She has ne...2023-01-3148 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #189 Lagniappe - A Fresh Approach to Hiking in 2023Anna, aka Mud Butt, is the founder of Trail Dames Incorporated, a hiking club for women of a curvy nature. Between running her families violin shop (Huthmaker Fine Violins), working in Trail Dames, and teaching new skills around the world with Luthiers without Borders, she is always looking for ways to experience the magic of the outdoors and the beauty of the trail. Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at info@traildames.com You can find the Trail Dames at: Our website: https://www.traildames.com The Summit: https...2023-01-1014 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #185 Lagniappe - How to Spread Holiday Cheer Hiking-StyleAnna, aka Mud Butt, is the host of the Trail Dames podcast and the founder of Trail Dames. She is always looking for ways to encourage people to get outdoors and this time of year gives her the perfect opportunity to do just that!! Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at info@traildames.com You can find the Trail Dames at: Our website: https://www.traildames.com The Summit: https://www.traildamessummit.com The Trail Dames Foundation: https://www.tdcharitablefoundation.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com...2022-12-1314 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #180 Lagniappe - Eupepsia on the ATAnna is the host of the Trail Dames podcast, the Founder of Trail Dames, The Summit, and the Trail Dames Foundation. When she isn’t dancing up the trail with the Dames, she can be found at her family business, Huthmaker Fine Violins, where she is known as the Bow Queen. Guest Links- Eupepsia Wellness Center - https://eupepsia.com/WellnessCenter/wellnessSpa Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at info@traildames.com You can find the Trail Dames at: Our website: https://www.traildames.com The...2022-11-0828 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #142 Lagniappe - Hiking the AT with my Favorite BrotherCharles Huthmaker, CEO and Founder of CJ Crew Co., has been immersed in rowing since 1988 when he was walking across campus and saw the same sign that thousands of rowers have seen, “If interested in trying crew, show up to the meeting at (fill in the blank).” Since then, he has been a student of the sport. Having first jumped into a coaching launch in 1991, he has since coached at all levels of the sport from novice juniors to elite athletes at world championships. Universities where he has coached include UMass-Amherst, Yale, Fairfield, Stetson and Geor...2022-02-0829 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #138 Lagniappe - Compression socks, yea or nay??Anna is the host of the Trail Dames Podcast and when not interviewing amazing women for the podcast, can be found running her family violins shop, Huthmaker Violins, in Atlanta, GA, as well as running Trail Dames, Inc, and the Trail Dames Charitable Foundation. Special thanks to Dame Gayle Snyder for her shoe pics! Guest Links: Wright Socks- https://www.wrightsock.com/ Smart Wool- https://www.smartwool.com/ Obozs- https://obozfootwear.com/en-us Chacos- https://www.chacos.com/ Compression socks for hiking...2022-01-1114 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #137 - Mud Butt (a Trail Dames story)Anna is the host of the Trail Dames Podcast and when not interviewing amazing women for the podcast, can be found running her family violins shop, Huthmaker Violins, in Atlanta, GA, as well as running Trail Dames, Inc, and the Trail Dames Charitable Foundation. Guest Links: Unicoi State Park - https://www.unicoilodge.com/ Helen, Georgia - https://www.helenga.org/ Unicoi State Park Trail Map - https://www.unicoilodge.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Unicoi_TrailMap_2018.pdf Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at info@traildames.com ...2022-01-0417 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #130 - Anna aka Mud Butt (a Trail Dames story)Anna is the host of the Trail Dames Podcast and when not interviewing amazing women for the podcast, can be found running her family violins shop, Huthmaker Violins, in Atlanta, GA, as well as running Trail Dames, Inc, and the Trail Dames Charitable Foundation. Guest Links: https://www.elachee.org/ Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at info@traildames.com You can find the Trail Dames at: Our website: https://www.traildames.com The Summit: https://www.traildamessummit.com The Trail Dames Foundation: https://www.tdcharitablefoundation...2021-11-1614 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #125 Lagniappe - Crystal WillettCrystal Willett is a 55 years old, single mom of 2 wonderful boys (men) 32 and 17 years old. She works in medical records for a mental health facility. Crystal is currently building a van into a house to travel across America as soon as her youngest heads to college. In the meantime, she is knocking out all the trails around NC that she can before traveling. Crystal also volunteers at Troop 900 scouts, was a Cub-scout master for the younger boys and girl scout leader for about 5 years. She also volunteers for the school’s PTA thrift store supervisor. Cr...2021-10-1226 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #124 - Kim Weiler aka Tough Cookie (a Trail Dames story)Kim Weiler is, in her own words, a 'motor-city, Detroit girl'. She has a wide range of passions from music to travel, but it was a move to Georgia several years ago that woke up her love for the outdoors. She jumped into hiking and camping, and within a few months of joining Trail Dames, she became a Hike Leader, and then soon a Head Dame for the Georgia Chapter. It wasn't much later that she became a member of the Trail Dames Board of Directors, where she uses her background in corporate, global energy...2021-10-0513 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #123 - Ann Leahy (Turtle Grace)Ann Leahy was born and raised in the seacoast area of NH. She spent her childhood summers on Lake Winnipesaukee and learned how to water ski and fish (thanks dad!!) She played sports all through high school (field hockey, basketball and softball) and then went on to college at UNH to study Occupational Therapy. Ann is married to Mike, who has hiked with her, even though he isn’t a fan of hiking. They have two children (Hannah 25 and Haley 22). Ann has always loved the outdoors and had done some local hiking in her younger da...2021-09-2849 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #122 - Paula Martin (a Trail Dames story)As a young kid, Paula Martin enjoyed exploring the outdoors, especially at her grandparents' cabin in the deep woods of Tioga State Forest. Much to her grandparents dismay, she would find injured animals and bring them back to help them. This included a fox and baby skunks. This didn’t change as an adult. She still loves animals and trained dogs for a few decades, all the while still wandering through the woods. At one point, Paula lived full time with her partner in her grandparents' cabin for 13 years, heating with wood and living among th...2021-09-2124 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #121 Lagniappe - Audrey ScanlanAudrey Scanlan serves as the Bishop of the Episcopal Church in Central Pennsylvania - an elected position that gives her oversight of 60 churches and 11,000 folks who belong to the Episcopal Church in the region. Conveniently, the AT runs right through the middle of the area that she oversees! She lives just 4 miles from a trailhead in the middle of the Cumberland Valley (PA) which is one of the most gentle (read: flat) sections of the entire AT! Audrey tries to get out on the trail at least once during the week and walk and run around the cornfields in...2021-09-1431 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #120 - Colleen Drake #2 (a Trail Dames story)Growing up in the northwest in a family that camped every summer, Colleen Drake, also known as Teacup, has been hiking since she was old enough to walk, well over sixty years. Her hiking accomplishments include the Wonderland Trail around Mt. Rainier, the Washington section of the PCT, most of the Washington section of the PNT, the southern Oregon section of the PCT, the Wind River Mountains and Bighorns of Wyoming, many of the National Parks of the southwest, and all the trails of Olympic National Park. She now makes her home in the Okanogan...2021-09-0715 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #119 - 5th Tuesday Interview with Lauralee Bliss (Blissful)Lauralee Bliss–trail name "Blissful"–is a two-time Appalachian Trail long distance hiker, both north and south, including a thru-hike with her teen son. She is currently section hiking the trail for a third time. She has completed other long distance trails in multiple states, including the Florida Trail, the Colorado Trail, the Foothills Trail, the Long Trail, and the Allegheny Trail. She also served six years as the ridgerunner in Maryland and Shenandoah National Park. Lauralee is a published author of the “Hiking Adventures Series” on the Appalachian Trail and Florida...2021-08-3149 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #118 - Ashley Manning (Yardsale)Ashley Manning, whose trail name is Yardsale, has become a well-known advocate for plus-size adventuring. She has made it to around mile 950 on the Appalachian Trail and plans on finishing it within the next year and a half. She attended another expedition down the Grand Canyon in November 2019, and has plans to hike the John Muir trail in the next couple of years. Currently, she is raft guiding on the Chattooga River. Ashley grew up hiking around the North Georgia mountains with her Father and Uncle, so the love for the outdoors runs deep. She...2021-08-2459 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #117 - Ronelle Baker (a Trail Dames story)Ronelle lives in Oklahoma and is 59 years old. She retired 2 years ago from a 30-year federal government career working for our service members, veterans, and their families. She has always loved the outdoors. She and her husband spent a lot of time outdoors while raising their two boys that included camping and hiking around their acreage. As Ronelle approached her 50th birthday, she decided she needed to get more active. She started running, riding bicycles, going kayaking and hiking. Through her adventures she has made so many super friends and great memories. Ronelle first attended...2021-08-1722 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #116 Lagniappe - Amanda AguillardAmanda Aguillard was only 16 years old when she realized she wanted to become a CPA, and she’s used that passion ever since to encourage innovation in the industry she loves. That commitment lives on through her work as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Padgett Business Services, one of North America’s largest accounting service and business consulting providers. Amanda, who was named one of the Top 50 Women in Accounting in 2018 and 2019, is the author of Xero: A Comprehensive Guide for Accountants and Bookkeepers. She was the Xero Evangelist of the Year in 2016, and used...2021-08-1032 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #115 - Anna Huthmaker (a Trail Dames story)Anna is the host of the Trail Dames Podcast and when not interviewing amazing women for the podcast, can be found running her family violins shop, Huthmaker Violins, in Atlanta, GA, as well as running Trail Dames, Inc, and the Trail Dames Charitable Foundation. Here she shares her story of visiting Lula Lake Land Trust with its spectacular waterfall. She was able to join her fellow Trail Dame Pam, or Purple Haze, on a memorable July 4 morning earlier this year. Links: https://www.lulalake.org/lula-lake-land-trust.html 2021-08-0328 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #114 - Christine ReedChristine discovered long-distance backpacking while surfing the internet at work. She decided that day to attempt to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail. One adventure led to another, and a few years later she set out on the Wonderland Trail in Mt Rainier National Park. Her Rugged Outdoors Woman persona started as a joke, a nod to the outdoor adventurer that she wished to be. But in the years since, she has come into her own as a backpacker, rock climber, and trail runner. Her debut memoir, Alone in Wonderland, is a testament to the decision to...2021-07-2757 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #113 - Lauralee Bliss #3 (a Trail Days story)Lauralee Bliss, trail name "Blissful," is a two-time Appalachian Trail long-distance hiker north and south including a thru hike with her teen son, and is currently section hiking the trail for a third time. She has completed other long distance trails in multiple states including the Florida Trail, the Colorado Trail, the Foothills Trail, the Long Trail, and the Allegheny Trail. She also served six years as the ridgerunner in Maryland and Shenandoah National Park. Lauralee is a published author of the “Hiking Adventures Series” on the Appalachian Trail and Florida Trail and has been a gu...2021-07-2014 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #112 Lagniappe - Gear Talk with Tanya Bowers-DeanTanya Bowers-Dean is an enthusiastic if extremely slow hiker and backpacker whose trail name is Caboose. She started hiking and backpacking about 6 years ago and is taking on small sections of the Appalachian Trail in hopes of completing it before she turns 100. She loves gear and talking about gear, but tries not to annoy others by going on and on about it. In her life off the trail, Tanya is an Executive Assistant in the Marketing department of an Atlanta-based technology company. She also loves playing games like Dungeons & Dragons and other geeky activities. Tanya...2021-07-1338 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #111 - Colleen Drake #1 (a Trail Dames story)Growing up in the northwest in a family that camped every summer, Colleen Drake, also known as Teacup, has been hiking for more than 60 years, since she was old enough to walk. Her hiking accomplishments include the Wonderland Trail around Mt. Rainier, the Washington section of the PCT, most of the Washington section of the PNT, the southern Oregon section of the PCT, the Wind River Mountains and Bighorns of Wyoming, many of the National Parks of the southwest, and all the trails of Olympic National Park. She now makes her...2021-07-0612 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #110 - 5th Tuesday-Ankle Health and Hiking with Lindsay Wenndt of Break Free FitnessLindsay Wenndt is a nationally certified health coach and fitness instructor, with specialty certifications in weight management and orthopedic health (a.k.a. joint pain). She’s the founder of Break Free Fitness, a curvy women’s health and fitness company that reserves 10% of its membership and coaching packages as scholarships for low-income women. Lindsay has taught more than 10,000 classes to women on topics such as reversing arthritis, exercise modifications for curvy women, and staying healthy while aging. You can find her at lindsaywenndt.com or strolling the streets of Atlanta hunting for historic houses to r...2021-06-2954 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #109 - Collin ChambersCollin Chambers is the founder of WildWood Magic and is widely recognized for encouraging people to take walks in nature. After losing 100 pounds by adding a daily walk to her life, she now inspires people to find health and happiness through the simple act of walking. She teaches personal transformation through enchanted journeys in a magical union of Walking as a Sacred Practice, Rituals & Ceremony, and Self-Empowering Hiking & Backpacking Programs. Since beginning her career as a hiking guide and coach, owner of an outdoor gear shop, and facilitator of workshops and events, she has helped...2021-06-2254 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #108 - Shadi Ganjavian Connor #2 (a Trail Dames story)Shadi Ganjavian-Connor has an extraordinary talent for inspiring others, fueled quite simply by her sole desire to help the world in any way she can. Shadi has extensive and diverse marketing experience working with companies such as Marks & Spencer, Harrods, B&Q and ID Technology Group leading the marketing strategy, communication and project management for several successful high-profile campaigns. Shadi is also co-founder of the community interest company, SHAPE Hampshire, which has been established to introduce Mind, Body and Education support to Hampshire Schools. Over the years Shadi has constantly been involved in kick-starting fundraising...2021-06-1510 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #107 Lagniappe - Lisa Best (Savor Life)We've all had to do it. Our very first time, by ourselves, in the middle of the woods. Lisa Best decided it was time that she got out there and tested herself. In this month's Lagniappe, she tells Anna the impact it had on her and why her trail name is now "Savor Life." Lisa has been in education for over 30 years serving in private schools and public schools in the roles of teacher, administrator, and consultant. In October 2020, she was named a Postulant for Holy Orders to the Priesthood in the Diocese of Central...2021-06-0847 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #106 - Miranda Peterson (a Trail Dames story)Miranda was burnt out from a successful yet stressful corporate career, ending a toxic long-term relationship and struggling with an autoimmune disease when she quit her job in 2015. She spent the rest of that year living out of a backpack while: • completing her yoga teacher training in India, • meditating with Buddhist monks in Thailand/Myanmar and • hiking through the Himalayas, Alps and Andes mountains. After that, she felt drawn to Asheville, NC; about an hour from where she grew up. Because she personally experienced so much health, healing and happiness through yoga, medita...2021-06-0109 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #105 - Miranda Peterson (Namaste in Nature)Miranda Peterson was burnt out from a successful, yet stressful, corporate career, ending a toxic long-term relationship, and struggling with an autoimmune disease when she quit her job in 2015. She spent the rest of that year living out of a backpack while: • completing her yoga teacher training in India • meditating with Buddhist monks in Thailand/Myanmar • hiking through the Himalayas, Alps, and Andes mountains. After that, she felt drawn to Asheville, NC; about an hour from where she grew up. Because she personally experienced so much health, healing, and ha...2021-05-2553 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #104 - Lauralee Bliss #2 (a Trail Dames story)Lauralee Bliss, trail name "Blissful," is a two-time Appalachian Trail long-distance hiker north and south including a thru hike with her teen son, and is currently section hiking the trail for a third time. She has completed other long-distance trails in multiple states including the Florida Trail, the Colorado Trail, the Foothills Trail, the Long Trail, and the Allegheny Trail. She also served six years as the ridgerunner in Maryland and Shenandoah National Park. Lauralee is a published author of the “Hiking Adventures Series” on the Appalachian Trail and Florida Trail and has been a gues...2021-05-1814 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #103 Lagniappe - Campground EtiquetteYour host, Anna aka Mud Butt, shares some important campground etiquette for the next time you head out to do some camping! Guest Links- Basic Camping Etiquitte- https://www.theoutbound.com/tara-schatz/basic-campground-etiquette-for-camping-beginners KOA Guide to Campground Etiquitte- https://koa.com/blog/guide-to-camping-ettiquette/ Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at info@traildames.com You can find the Trail Dames at: Our website: https://www.traildames.com The Summit: https://www.traildamessummit.com The Trail Dames Foundation: https://www.tdcharitablefoundation...2021-05-1117 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #102 - Christine Reed (a Trail Dames story)Christine Reed discovered long-distance backpacking while surfing the internet at work. She decided that day to attempt to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail. One adventure led to another, and a few years later she set out on the Wonderland Trail in Mt Rainier National Park. Her Rugged Outdoors Woman persona started as a joke, a nod to the outdoor adventurer that she wished to be. But in the years since, she has come into her own as a backpacker, rock climber, and trail runner. Her debut memoir, Alone in Wonderland, is a testament to the decision...2021-05-0412 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #101 - Shadi Ganjavian ConnorShadi Ganjavian-Connor has an extraordinary talent for inspiring others, fueled quite simply by her sole desire to help the world in any way she can. Shadi has extensive and diverse marketing experience working with companies such as Marks & Spencer, Harrods, B&Q, and ID Technology Group, leading the marketing strategy, communication and project management for several successful high-profile campaigns. Shadi is also co-founder of the community interest company, SHAPE Hampshire, which has been established to introduce Mind, Body and Education support to Hampshire Schools. Over the years Shadi has constantly been involved in kick-starting fundraising...2021-04-2743 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #100 - Shadi Ganjavian Connor (a Trail Dames Story)Shadi Ganjavian-Connor has an extraordinary talent for inspiring others, fueled quite simply by her sole desire to help the world in any way she can. Shadi has extensive and diverse marketing experience working with companies such as Marks & Spencer, Harrods, B&Q and ID Technology Group leading the marketing strategy, communication, and project management for several successful high-profile campaigns. Shadi is also co-founder of the community interest company, SHAPE Hampshire, which has been established to introduce Mind, Body, and Education support to Hampshire Schools. Over the years, Shadi has constantly been involved in kick-starting fundraising...2021-04-2011 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #99 Lagniappe - You Tube Channels to Follow!Your host, Anna aka Mud Butt, shares some of the best You Tube channels to follow. Guest Links- Jessica “Dixie” Mills Homemade Wanderlust- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQhqmV26773qZhzqJz4VFcw Hike Oregon- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmtRlQX9GvG6vQohRcRoSg Daisy Hikes- https://www.youtube.com/user/kirbsidex Lostgirl Hikes- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCswSlpI_JvSK9C-3p-NnNsg/featured Namaste in Nature- Miranda Peterson- https://www.youtube.com/user/mirandomology Old Ladies Hiking North on the AT- http...2021-04-1316 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #98 - Lauralee Bliss (Trail Dames story #1)Lauralee Bliss–trail name "Blissful"–is a two-time Appalachian Trail long-distance hiker, north and south, including a thru hike with her teen son. She is currently section hiking the trail for a third time. She has completed other long-distance trails in multiple states, including the Florida Trail, the Colorado Trail, the Foothills Trail, the Long Trail, and the Allegheny Trail. She also served six years as the ridgerunner in Maryland and Shenandoah National Park. Lauralee is a published author of the “Hiking Adventures Series” on the Appalachian Trail and Florida Trail and has been a guest speaker for over forty or...2021-04-0614 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #97 - Gear Gab with Judy Gross of Lightheart GearJudy “HeartFire” Gross is the owner of LightHeart Gear. She lives in the Beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina (a few feet south of the city of Asheville). Judy has been making tents and other ultralight backpacking gear since 2009. She started out just planning on making a tent for herself, but a friend suggested she make kits and sell them. ‘After all, hikers like to make their own gear’. Well, she decided to make the tent and sell it- and thus a business was born. Now her business is a thriving hub of outdoor...2021-03-3037 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #96 - Lisa Work and Audrey ScanlanLisa Work: Lisa has been in education for over 30 years serving in private schools and public schools in theroles of teacher, administrator, and consultant. In October 2020, she was named a Postulant for Holy Orders to the Priesthood in the Diocese of Central Pennsylvania. Lisa has always loved doing things in nature. Growing up, her family spent vacations car camping. That tradition continued as her daughters were born and grew up and, as a single mom, she continued car-camping and day hiking local trails. Lisa will be celebrating her 18th year as...2021-03-2355 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #95 - Anna: A Multitude of Thanks (a Trail Dames story)Anna is the host of the Trail Dames Podcast, and when not interviewing amazing women for the podcast, can be found running her family violins shop, Huthmaker Violins, in Atlanta, GA, as well as running Trail Dames, Inc, and the Trail Dames Charitable Foundation. Guest Links: http://bettleslodge.com/ Time Lapse video of Lights at Bettles Lodge - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RemFI0G1kCU Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at info@traildames.com You can find the Trail Dames at:...2021-03-1612 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #94 Lagniappe - "630 Miles Braver" by Zoe Langley-WathenZoe describes herself as a mid-life blogger, speaker, and adventure seeker. She set off to walk the UK's longest national trail in 2011–solo–and soon realised that despite her many fears of going alone or not being fit enough, she had, in fact, left it way too long. Realising that many women experience the same anxieties and doubts as her, Zoe is now on a mission to encourage more women to head out of their comfort zone and do something that scares them every day. Zoe has written about her first 630 mile...2021-03-0933 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #93 - Audrey and Lisa (a Trail Dames story)Audrey Scanlan: Audrey serves as the Bishop of the Episcopal Church in Central Pennsylvania - an elected position that gives her oversight of 60 churches and 11,000 folks who belong to the Episcopal Church in the region. Conveniently, the AT runs right through the middle of the area that she oversees! She lives just 4 miles from a trailhead in the middle of the Cumberland Valley (PA) which is one of the most gentle (read: flat) sections of the entire AT! Audrey tries to get out on the trail at least once during the week and walk and run around the cornfields...2021-03-0211 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #92 - Jaunting Jan (aka BeeKeeper)Jan (aka BeeKeeper aka Jaunting Jan) adopted an unconventional lifestyle when she "retired." She'd rediscovered hiking around age 50, was deep into backpacking by the time she turned 55 and began her nomadic chapter. Hiking is her life! She likes to say she visits her home in far Northern California occasionally, but spends as much time as possible traveling between trailheads. Jan prefers cherry-picking highlight sections of trails but has hiked large chunks of the PCT and AZT, smaller sections of the CDT, PNT, TRT and CT, and has completed the Wonderland Trail. Many more miles have...2021-02-2356 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #91 - Anna aka Mud Butt (a Trail Dames story)Anna is the host of the Trail Dames Podcast and when not interviewing amazing women for the podcast, can be found running her family violins shop, Huthmaker Violins, in Atlanta, GA, as well as running Trail Dames, Inc, and the Trail Dames Charitable Foundation. Guest Links: http://bettleslodge.com/ Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at info@traildames.com You can find the Trail Dames at: Our website: https://www.traildames.com The Summit: https://www.traildamessummit.com The Trail Dames Foundation: https://www.tdcharitablefoundation.org2021-02-1613 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #90 Lagniappe - Tales from NepalPatti Shales Lefkos is a Canadian writer and journalist. Her Himalayan adventure travel memoir, Nepal One Day at a Time, celebrates her creative non-fiction debut. Patti’s articles, profiles, columns, and travel writing have appeared in a range of Canadian and international publications. She was part of the San Francisco Chronicle team that won the Lowell Thomas Award for the best newspaper travel section in 2014. Nepal One Day at a Time is the story of her first trekking trip on her own. Born and raised in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, she has also lived in Ne...2021-02-0925 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #89 - Zoe Langley-Watham (a Trail Dames story)Zoe describes herself as a mid-life blogger, speaker, and adventure seeker. She set off to walk the UK's longest national trail in 2011, solo and soon realized that despite her many fears of going alone or not being fit enough, she had, in fact, left it way too long. Recognizing that many women experience the same anxieties and doubts as her, Zoe is now on a mission to encourage more women to head out of their comfort zone and do something that scares them every day. Zoe has written about her first 630 miles, solo adventure in...2021-02-0217 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #88 - Patti Lefkos (Azurama)Patti Shales Lefkos is a Canadian writer and journalist. Her Himalayan adventure travel memoir Nepal One Day at a Time celebrates her creative non-fiction debut. Patti’s articles, profiles, columns, and travel writing have appeared in a range of Canadian and international publications. She was part of the San Francisco Chronicle team that won the Lowell Thomas Award for the best newspaper travel section in 2014. Nepal One Day at a Time is the story of her first trekking trip on her own. Born and raised in Toronto, Canada, she has also li...2021-01-2656 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #87 - Laura Seeger (a Trail Dames story)Laura is 57 years old, works in the insurance industry, and is the Head Dame of the Chattanooga Trail Dames chapter. Of self-professed "average build and strength" she has been hiking her entire life. She had a brief, three-trip foray into the world of backpacking while in college and decided to pick it back up again about 5 years ago. She trains five days a week with her 35 lb pack and 2 dogs and is always looking forward to her next trip. Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at info@traildames.com ...2021-01-1908 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #86 Lagniappe - Winter Hiking By A Chunky Middle Aged WomanKylena Cross is a long-time hiker and the Head Dame of the Maryland Trail Dames. When not teaching, she can be found leading the Maryland Dames on hikes year-round, with her positive, sunny nature and warm, welcoming attitude. Guest Links - https://www.traildames.com/blog/page/3/ Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at info@traildames.com You can find the Trail Dames at: Our website: https://www.traildames.com The Summit: https://www.traildamessummit.com The Trail Dames Foundation: https://www.tdcharitablefoundation.org2021-01-1209 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #85 - Jan Liteshoe (a Trail Dames story)Jan is a freelance writer, award-winning author and journalist, columnist, professional horse trainer, judge, long-distance hiker, and Appalachian Trail thru-hiker. Currently, Jan is the co-founder and recently retired director of the Sandhills Farm to Table Cooperative. She spent the summer of 2019 as a wrangler on a guest ranch in Montana, and her earlier thru-hike of the Long Trail produced an award-winning book entitled "The Ordinary Adventurer". Liteshoe was also a guest on the Mighty Blue on the AT Podcast, episode #44. https://www.facebook.com/jan.liteshoe https://www.hikingradionetwork.com/show/mighty-blue-on-the-appalachian-trail-the-ultimate-mid-life-c/episode-44...2021-01-0509 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #84 - 5th Tuesday Special - Sue Turner (Hammock Hanger)Sue Turner started camping as a child. She became very involved in camping with her children and then became the Outdoor Specialist for the Palm Glades GS Council. As her daughters grew up she moved over to the Florida Trail, working as a Trail Master. Her next path went up to the Adirondack Mountains, where she was the Lead Backpack Instructor for 8 years. Once the children were grown and out of the house, she was free to wander up the Appalachian Trail, and this is where her hiking passion became an addiction. She could...2020-12-291h 00The Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #83 - Kathy Sibbald (Bionic Woman 2B)Kathy Sibbald is 60 years old and originally from NW Pennsylvania. She has lived in Baltimore, Maryland for the last 30 years where she works as a paralegal and law office manager. Kathy is an empty nester with two adult daughters and a 13-year-old dog who, despite her age, still loves to hike. An animal lover, she also has two cats....who do not hike. :) Kathy loves solo hiking and camping, as well as hiking with others, and throughout the last few years, has overcome a myriad of physical problems. Illness, injury, and excess weight all...2020-12-2256 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #82 - Jan Liteshoe (a Trail Dames story)Jan is a freelance writer, award-winning author and journalist, columnist, professional horse trainer, judge, long-distance hiker, and Appalachian Trail thru-hiker. Currently, Jan is the co-founder and recently retired director of the Sandhills Farm to Table Cooperative. She spent the summer of 2019 as a wrangler on a guest ranch in Montana, and her earlier thru-hike of the Long Trail, produced an award-winning book entitled "The Ordinary Adventurer". Liteshoe was also a guest on the Mighty Blue on the AT Podcast, episode #44. https://www.facebook.com/jan.liteshoe https://www.hikingradionetwork.com/show/mighty-blue-on-the-appalachian-trail-the-ultimate-mid-life-c/episode-44...2020-12-1512 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #81 Lagniappe - 2020 Holiday Gift Giving GuideLooking for some great gifts to give your favorite hiker? Check out our suggestions for the best gifts out there....from coffee to lip balm to the craziest gaiters you can imagine! These gifts show your support and belief in your friend's outdoor dreams! https://campcraft.coffee/ https://cascadewild.com/ https://dirtygirlgaiters.com/ https://www.foodforthesole.co/ https://greengoo.com/ https://www.injinji.com/ https://morselspork.com/ https://ursack...2020-12-0816 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #80 - Sue Turner aka Hammock Hanger (a Trail Dames story)Sue started camping as a child. She became very involved in camping with her children and then became the Outdoor Specialist for the Palm Glades GS Council. As her daughters grew up, she moved over to the FL Trail, working as a Trail Master. Her next path went up to the Adirondack Mountains, where she was the Lead Backpack Instructor for 8 years. Once the children were grown and out of the house, she was free to wander up the Appalachian Trail, and this is where her hiking passion became an addiction. She could never...2020-12-0112 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #79 - Tanya Muckelrath (Parachuting Beaver)Tanya Muckelrath is a retired jack-of-all-trades. Seriously. Her professional years have been so eclectic, she doesn’t know what to call herself anymore. She was a teacher and tutor for decades, earning the moniker “CLEP Coach” for helping students give themselves scholarships by utilizing CLEP exams to save time and money before/while attending college. She also worked for the U.S. House of Representatives as a Constituent Services Representative, was the Executive Assistant to the CEO of an architectural firm, and a Financial Bookkeeper for a church-planting organization and an electrical contractor. Outsid...2020-11-2458 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #78 - Tanya Muckelrath (a Trail Dames story)Tanya Muckelrath tells how she got her trail name of Parachuting Beaver. It's hilarious! Connect with Tanya at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parachuting_beaver/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/parachuting.beaver.21 Her website: https://parachuting-beaver.com/ Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at info@traildames.com You can find the Trail Dames at: Our website: www.traildames.com The Summit: www.traildamessummit.com The Trail Dames Foundation: www.tdcharitablefoundation.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/traildames/ Facebook: ht...2020-11-1707 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #77 - Zoe Langley-Wathen (Part 2)Zoe describes herself as a mid-life blogger, speaker, and adventure seeker. She set off to walk the UK's longest national trail in 2011, solo and soon realised that despite her many fears of going alone or not being fit enough, she had, in fact, left it way too long. Realising that many women experience the same anxieties and doubts as her, Zoe is now on a mission to encourage more women to head out of their comfort zone and do something that scares them every day. Zoe has written about her first 630 miles, solo adventure in...2020-11-1055 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #76 - Carla Robertson (a Trail Dames story)When Carla Robertson hiked into Maine for the first time, she had to face ALL her fears in one day. Carla Robertson is an inspirational woman and a life coach. Carla is an Appalachian Trail thru-hiker who discovered a talent for inspiring people through that rich experience. www.livingwildandprecious.com Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at info@traildames.com You can find the Trail Dames at: Our website: www.traildames.com The Summit: www.traildamessummit.com The Trail Dames Foundation: www.tdcharitablefoundation...2020-11-0316 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #75 - Zoe Langley-Wathen (Part1)Zoe describes herself as a mid-life blogger, speaker, and adventure seeker. She set off to walk the UK's longest national trail in 2011, solo and soon realized that despite her many fears of going alone or not being fit enough, she had, in fact, left it way too long. Realizing that many women experience the same anxieties and doubts as her, Zoe is now on a mission to encourage more women to head out of their comfort zone and do something that scares them every day. Zoe has written about her first 630 miles, solo adventure in...2020-10-271h 04The Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #74 - Zoe Langley-Wathen (a Trail Dames story)Zoe describes herself as a mid-life blogger, speaker, and adventure seeker. She set off to walk the UK's longest national trail in 2011, solo and soon discovered that, despite her many fears of going alone or not being fit enough, she had, in fact, left it way too long. Realizing that many women experience the same anxieties and doubts as her, Zoe is now on a mission to encourage more women to head out of their comfort zone and do something that scares them every day. Zoe has written about her first 630...2020-10-2012 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #73 Lagniappe - The Wonderful Wonderland TrailIn this week's Lagniappe, Anna recalls her visit to Mt Ranier's endlessly dramatic Wonderland Trail. Official Park Site - https://www.nps.gov/mora/planyourvisit/the-wonderland-trail.htm Fantastic site with everything you need to know to hike the Wonderland Trail - https://www.wonderlandguides.com/hikes/wonderland-trail Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at info@traildames.com You can find the Trail Dames at: Our website: www.traildames.com The Summit: www.traildamessummit.com The Trail Dames Foundation: www.tdcharitablefoundation.org 2020-10-1327 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #72 - Margaret Webster (a Trail Dames story)Margaret Webster is a writer, a traveler, and a Trail Dame. You can read more of her writing at her blog, Lessons from the Road USA. In her story, read today by Anna, she tells us about her visit to The Wonders of Watkins Glen. Margaret's blog - https://www.lftrus.com/ Watkins Glen State Park - https://parks.ny.gov/parks/142/ Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at info@traildames.com You can find the Trail Dames at: Our website: www.traildames.com2020-10-0614 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #70 - Kris Van Handel (Hair Tie)Kris "Hair Tie" Van Handel lives in Madison, Wisconsin, and is an avid hiker. Her book, Hiking with Hair Tie: Section Hiking the Ice Age Trail, is about her first completion of the Ice Age Trail. Kris is currently working on section hiking the Ice Age Trail for a second time and hopes to be done by summer 2020. She plans to section hike the trail for a third time after her second completion and thru-hike the trail in the future. Kris also published a photography book titled Ice Age Trail Through the Seasons. When Kris...2020-09-2237 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #69 - Carla Robertson (a Trail Dames story)In this week's Trail Dames story, Carla Robertson tells us about the tears, the rain, and a voluminous amount of pee in Vermont!! Carla is an inspirational woman and a life coach. She is an Appalachian Trail thru-hiker who discovered a talent for inspiring people through that rich experience. www.livingwildandprecious.com Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at info@traildames.com You can find the Trail Dames at: Our website: www.traildames.com The Summit: www.traildamessummit.com The Trail Dames...2020-09-1517 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #68 Lagniappe - The Wide, Wonderful World of Hiking PodcastsIn this month's lagniappe, Anna shares her favorite hiking and outdoor podcasts with you all. As you'd imagine, The Hiking Radio Network is featured fairly heavily, but there is plenty of other great stuff to listen to. Try a few of them out! Links- All the best podcasts - https://www.hikingradionetwork.com/ Mighty Blue's show - https://www.hikingradionetwork.com/show/mighty-blue-on-the-appalachian-trail-the-ultimate-mid-life-c/ Jester’s Section Hiking Podcast - https://www.hikingradionetwork.com/show/jester-section-hiker/ Dixie LIVE on the CDT - https://www...2020-09-0816 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #67 - Anna Huthmaker (a Trail Dames story)Anna shares how a chance meeting on a rainy AT day changed her whole perspective......on hiking and on life! It is amazing what you can learn from a pair of wet socks! Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at info@traildames.com You can find the Trail Dames at: Our website: www.traildames.com The Summit: www.traildamessummit.com The Trail Dames Foundation: www.tdcharitablefoundation.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/traildames/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/49722445862/ Hiking...2020-09-0107 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #66 - Kim Starr (Kool Aid)Kim Starr, aka Kool Aid, is a 64-year-old woman with a thirst for life and an energy that knows no bounds!! She lives in Ohio and, upon falling in love with the Appalachian Trail, decided that she wanted to section hike it. Join us as she shares stories of the ups, the downs, and the magic that she found along the way. Kim on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kim.starr.148 Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at info@traildames.com You can find the Trail Dames at:2020-08-2548 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #65 - Melissa Zimmerman (a Trail Dames story)Melissa's first backpacking trip holds some important lessons on the value of FUD's, the importance of practicing first, and the cost of enjoying the outdoors. Melissa Zimmerman is an architectural consultant who stumbled into hiking three years ago. (Literally. She really needs to watch for those troublesome tree roots!) Since then, she has widened her experience to include backpacking, car camping, and international trekking. How to Shit in the Woods - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004OR1KWC/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1 Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at...2020-08-1805 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #64 -Tami Brooks (Part 2)When we left Tami two weeks ago, she was about to head down into the Canyon. Let's find out how it turned out. In 2016, with zero outdoor experience, Tami Brooks decided to hike the Grand Canyon. Aided by a Google search bar and a glass of Cabernet, she made reservations and embarked on a life-changing year reclaiming her life one step at a time. Brooks now works as a freelance travel and lifestyle writer and is currently writing a book about her experience. She is also the creator of the 52 Weeks 52...2020-08-1149 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #63 - Kris Van Handel (a Trail Dames story)Kris Van Handel shares her love of the Ice Age Trail by reading an excerpt from her book Hiking with a Hair Tie - Section Hiking the Ice Age Trail Hiking with Hair Tie: Section Hiking the Ice Age Trail - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B085RTM4TX Ice Age Trail Through the Seasons - https://www.blurb.com/b/10009633-ice-age-trail-through-the-seasons Ice Age Trail - www.iceagetrail.org. Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at info@traildames.com You can find the Trail Dames at:...2020-08-0407 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #62 -Tami Brooks (Part 1)In 2016, with zero outdoor experience, Tami Brooks decided to hike the Grand Canyon. Aided by a Google search bar and a glass of Cabernet, she made reservations and embarked on a life-changing year reclaiming her life one step at a time! Brooks now works as a freelance travel and lifestyle writer, and is currently writing a book about her experience. She is also the creator of the 52 Weeks 52 Hikes online community. When she's not on the trail or in her kayak, you can find her on her deck plotting the next adventure. ...2020-07-2850 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #61 - Dana Ballard (a Trail Dames story)Dana Ballard is a musician, teacher, and thanks to a childhood full of family outings to the Smokies, a lover of the outdoors. Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at info@traildames.com You can find the Trail Dames at: Our website: www.traildames.com The Summit: www.traildamessummit.com The Trail Dames Foundation: www.tdcharitablefoundation.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/traildames/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/49722445862/ Hiking Radio Network: https://hikingradionetwork.com/ Hiking Radio Network...2020-07-2110 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #60 Lagniappe - Hiking terms and lingoHave you ever been reading a hiking book and gotten a little lost? Or perusing a Facebook group only to find that everyone is using a language that you have never heard? Here is a quick guide to some of the more common trail terms and lingo out there. Give us a quick listen and you will be 'talking trail' before you know it! https://www.litesmith.com/trail-lingo/ https://nuttyhiker.com/hiking101/hiking-terms-jargon/ Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at info@traildames.com You can find...2020-07-1420 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #59 - Melissa Zimmerman (a Trail Dames story)Melissa's first backpacking trip holds some important lessons on the value of maps, preparation, and earplugs! And it reminds us all that the very best stories come from some of the less-pleasant hikes! Melissa Zimmerman is an architectural consultant who stumbled into hiking three years ago. (Literally. She really needs to watch for those troublesome tree roots!) Since then, she has widened her experience to include backpacking, car camping, and international trekking. Pinhoti Trail - http://www.pinhotitrailalliance.org/ Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at info@traildames.com ...2020-07-0712 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #58- 5th Tuesday Special with Judyth WierEver since seeing a play named Brigadoon during high school, Judyth had searched for her own Brigadoon. She grew up spending time out of doors through wild adventures with her vast network of cousins - 54 by blood! Judyth was also a member of the same Girl Scout troop for eleven years and they were known as the camping troop. In 1965 she spent three weeks participating in the Girl Scout Senior International Round-up where over 12,000 girls from all over the world gathered in Farragut, Idaho. Later, in 1972, she joined the Peace Corps and spent the next...2020-06-3058 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #57 - "El" Miller (Bear Spray)Hiking and camping weren't something El was introduced to as a child but, as an adult, she feels that it has helped her relax. She says, "Hiking feeds my body, mind, and soul". Some of her favorite trails are the Goldmine and Section A of the Billy Goat Trail @ Great Falls in Potomac, MD. and she also enjoys Pine Grove Furnace State Park in Gardners, PA. In general, she says, "I appreciate any trail I get to wander!" El enjoys campgrounds camping and says that while there was a time she would have been 100% certain...2020-06-2350 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #56 - Dana Ballard (a Trail Dames story)Dana Ballard is a lifelong teacher, nature lover, and trail hiker. She teaches high school orchestra during the day and on the weekends, can be found exploring the parks of Georgia with her best friend, Husky Sura. Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at info@traildames.com You can find the Trail Dames at: Our website: www.traildames.com The Summit: www.traildamessummit.com The Trail Dames Foundation: www.tdcharitablefoundation.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/traildames/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/g...2020-06-1609 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #54 - MudButt hikes in Africa (a Trail Dames story)Anna shares her story of a hike through the hills, ridgelines, and ravines of the Arusha National Park in Tanzania, Africa. Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at info@traildames.com You can find the Trail Dames at: Our website: www.traildames.com The Summit: www.traildamessummit.com The Trail Dames Foundation: www.tdcharitablefoundation.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/traildames/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/49722445862/ Hiking Radio Network: https://hikingradionetwork.com/ Hiking Radio Network...2020-06-0216 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #53 - Julie Gayheart (Jester)Ever since she was a small girl growing up in Ohio, Julie has been intrigued by the Appalachian Trail. She and her Dad would have many conversations and dreams about hiking the AT and without her knowing it, the AT climbed into her heart. Julie ended up in Charlotte, NC, and realized that, as an educator with summers off, she could begin work on pursuing her AT dream. So, in 2006, Jester loaded up her pack, put on her boots, and set off on a 2,189-mile journey. For the next 12 summers, she would venture out to...2020-05-261h 02The Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #52 - Marie Ruff (a Trail Dames story)Marie is one of those trail fixtures in the Southeast. Gatherings, Rucks, Festivals....you will always see her there, hanging out with the 'we have all hiked a million miles' hikers. She has a zillion trail miles under her belt and spends her free time helping teenaged girls learn about hiking and backpacking. Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at info@traildames.com You can find the Trail Dames at: Our website: www.traildames.com The Summit: www.traildamessummit.com The Trail Dames Foundation: www.tdcharitablefoundation.org 2020-05-1911 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #51 Lagniappe - The Ladies of the Incremental Steps PodcastToday's Lagniappe is all about making a difference. Malala, Jane Goodall, Lek Chailert, and Oprah all changed the world with giant, broad strokes.... dedicating their lives to making the planet better. But what about those of us that don't have that platform? What if we have families, jobs, responsibilities?? Can we make a difference? Can we make the world a better place? The answer is a resounding "Yes!!!!" Join the women of the Incremental Steps Podcast as they share ideas on how to bring about change...... things we can do daily...2020-05-1233 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #50 - Anna aka Mud Butt (a Trail Dames story)For the milestone of our 50th episode, Anna wants to share one of her very favorite stories. So join Mud Butt as she shares her tale of a wet, magical hike on the Appalachian Trail at Thanksgiving. And yes, the story is absolutely true!!! Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at info@traildames.com You can find the Trail Dames at: Our website: www.traildames.com The Summit: www.traildamessummit.com The Trail Dames Foundation: www.tdcharitablefoundation.org Instagram: https://www.instagram...2020-05-0519 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #49 - Katherine Nilbrink"Hike More-Worry Less" - That is the tee shirt Katherine wore while we did this interview and those words couldn't be more apt. Katherine has spent her life living and traveling all over the globe. Her studies in biological anthropology led to fieldwork all over Africa, and her work in this field solidified a lifelong love for this earth and the communities that inhabit it. Katherine later went on to expand her career by becoming a Certified Holistic Health Coach, Master Certified Health Coach, and is a former instructor for the CNS and eCornell Plant-Based...2020-04-2856 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #48 - Julie "Jester" Gayheart (a Trail Dames story)Ever since she was a small girl growing up in Ohio, Julie has been intrigued by the Appalachian Trail. She and her Dad would have many conversations and dreams about hiking the AT and, without her knowing it, the AT climbed into her heart. Jester is currently in the process of completing her second section hike of the Appalachian Trail with about 700 miles left to go. She has also hiked the Art Loeb Trail, the Foothills Trail, The Narrows in Utah, Yosemite’s Half Dome and Cloud’s Rest, and most recently completed Mt. Rainier Wond...2020-04-2114 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #47 Lagniappe - The Ins and Outs of Trail MagicNote: This Lagniappe was recorded before all of the COVID-19 craziness hit our country and with so many trails closed it might seem strange to be talking about trail magic!! But what better way to pass some time than to plan your future trail magic. Before you know it, hikers will be out there again, ready for some love, care and Little Debbie’s! Have you ever stumbled up a trail sweating, exhausted, and disheartened, only to find yourself face to face with a smiling hiker holding out a cold drink?? Then you have been th...2020-04-1417 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #46 - Anna Huthmaker (a Trail Dames story)No danger, no drama....just a beautiful day on the Appalachian Trail. Join Anna, aka Mud Butt, as she tells the story of a simple hike in the mountains. Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at info@traildames.com You can find the Trail Dames at: Our website: www.traildames.com The Summit: www.traildamessummit.com The Trail Dames Foundation: www.tdcharitablefoundation.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/traildames/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/49722445862/ Hiking Radio Network: https://hikingradionetwork...2020-04-0719 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #45 - 5th week special - Hiking with kidsToday's episode is a special one!!! To celebrate the 5th Tuesday of the month, we are doing a panel discussion about hiking with kids!!! If you ever wanted to take your little ones out on the trail, this is the discussion for you. Join us as we talk about boys and girls of all ages and the fun of getting them outdoors. Participants, along with Anna: Stacey Brazier is an educational administrator in New York City, a school counselor supervisor, and mom to four kids currently aged 15-21 years old. She loves to crochet, sleep in...2020-03-3138 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #44 - Diohne Brancaleoni, Ph.D.Dr. Diohn Brancaleoni, psychologist and life coach, joins us today to talk about the outdoors, walk-and-talk therapy, and using nature to achieve mind-body-spirit wellness. Dr. Diohn is the author of the Happy Life Toolkit and a lover of all things nature. When she isn't doing life coaching sessions outdoors, she enjoys hiking and horseback riding. Learn more about Dr. Diohn at https://diohn.net/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Local-Service/Diohn-Brancaleoni-PhD-Joyful-Living-Life-Coaching-957330334414153/ The Happy Life Tool Kit - https://www.amazon.com/Happy-Life-Toolkit-Diohn-Brancaleoni/dp/1792001487/ref=sr_1_2?crid=T3G2...2020-03-2449 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #43 - Christine Gautreaux (a Trail Dames story)Christine Gautreaux shares her story of a late-night calling to honor the spirit of the forest. https://www.christinegautreaux.com/ https://www.facebook.com/christinenicholsgautreaux Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at info@traildames.com You can find the Trail Dames at: Our website: www.traildames.com The Summit: www.traildamessummit.com The Trail Dames Foundation: www.tdcharitablefoundation.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/traildames/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/49722445862/ Hiking Radio Network: https://hikingradionetwork.co...2020-03-1712 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #42 Lagniappe - Trail FestivalsJoin us on the Lagniappe episode as we celebrate all things Trail!! Today we are talking about Trail Festivals, so get out your calendar, throw your tent in your car and plan to join in the fun at one of the wonderful Festivals!! https://www.amicalolafallslodge.com/appalachian-trail-kick-off/ https://continentaldividetrail.org/trail-days-2020/ https://www.flipflopfestival.org/ https://www.traildays.us/ http://www.pctdays.com/ Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at info@traildames.com You can find the Trail Dames at: Our website: www...2020-03-1014 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #41 - Stacey Brazier (a Trail Dames story)Listen to Stacey's story about finding her bravery on the trail through solo hiking, and using hiking as an escape from the very real stresses of being a parent today. Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at info@traildames.com You can find the Trail Dames at: Our website: www.traildames.com The Summit: www.traildamessummit.com The Trail Dames Foundation: www.tdcharitablefoundation.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/traildames/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/49722445862/ Hiking Radio Network: https...2020-03-0313 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #40 - Shellie Hemphill"I was paralyzed on my left side in 2015. After relearning to walk, battling severe depression and anxiety, I was lead to Trail Dames. I needed someone to walk with to help get me out of the house. I never really liked the outdoors, or so I thought, and Trail Dames was going to be my speed and get me out of my comfort zone. I started with tennis shoes, one foot dragging, and my purple cane. That's just a tidbit of my story because it's so long. Lol" These are...2020-02-2545 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #30 - Cheryl SuchorsCheryl Suchors grew up in Southern, Eastern and Mid-Western US and is a proud graduate of Smith College in Northampton, Massachusetts. After getting an MBA from Harvard she began a career that spanned everything from management consultant to partner in a national accounting and consulting firm. After years in the corporate world, she found the courage to launch her second career as a writer. She’s published short works and poems and has recently authored a book, 48 Peaks, Hiking and Healing in the White Mountains. At forty-eight years old, Cheryl vowed to summit the...2019-11-2653 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #29 Lagniappe - GlampingThis week's lagniappe has Anna chatting with her friend, Pam. They are talking about glamping and the art of comfort in the woods. Anna hasn't been too well so I've revived an episode that has marginal sound quality. However, the subject was so much fun that I've put it together to share with you. 2019-11-1219 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #14 - The Pooping, Peeing, and Periods Show This episode of the Trail Dames Podcast features guests Victoria Heckler from Maryland, Kathy Rioux from Maryland and host, Anna Huthmaker in an in-depth discussion of all thing’s bathroom on the trail! Join us as we discuss the in’s and outs of going to the bathroom and dealing with female issues on the trail. At times the discussion is serious while other times we proudly get in touch with our 'inner nine-year-old boy,’ but I promise that all the information will help you feel better about ‘going’ on the trail. Anna Kathy Victoria We highly recommend checking out the Leave No Trace...2019-03-1245 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #12 - Winter HikingHave you ever tromped down the trail in the snow and ice? There is a special kind of peace and beauty that awaits those who are brave enough to go out in the winter. Join our host Anna Huthmaker as she welcomes guests Cindy Denise and Laura Donovan, accomplished winter hikers, and Head Dames for two of the New York Trail Dames chapters. Snowshoes, clothing, micro-spikes…no topic goes un-discussed as we help get you ready to hit the trail in winter. Cindy Denise- Cindy has lived in the Hudson Valley for most of her li...2019-02-1244 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #04 - SummerSummer did not grow up hiking....in fact, it was pretty near the top of things she 'would just rather not do!' The mosquitoes and cold of Minnesota, combined with her speed and discomfort kept her off the trails and safely ensconced in the world of writing and photography. However, one day she moved to Portland and found herself venturing outside. At first, she still hated it, but it wasn't long before the beauty around her began calling her to the trails. In her own words, "she fell in love with the air, the moss, the views, the waterfalls, and...2018-05-2945 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #03 - Sue WilliamsWhen Sue Williams got into backpacking, she noticed that there was very little aimed at the over-50s hiker and even less at the female over-50s hiker. She decided to do something about it and, with her husband John, started FiftySense.com. The site is aimed at encouraging Baby Boomers that there is plenty to do out of doors and that there is still plenty of time to do it. The tagline of the site is "Common Sense Ideas For Thriving After 50." She is passionate about dispelling FEAR, which Sue refers to as False...2018-05-1137 minThe Trail Dames PodcastEpisode #01 - Carla RobertsonWelcome to the new Trail Dames Podcast. The aim of the podcast is to inspire women to get out into nature and to realize that there are many like-minded, suportive women just like them. I'm Anna Huthmaker, the founder of Trail Dames. In 2003, I hiked over 700 miles on the Appalachian Trail and discovered that there weren't too many people like me out there. The adventure was pivotal to my life and when I returned home, I set out to form a welcoming, supportive club of like-minded women. Through this forum, I've been lucky enough to meet and...2018-03-2039 min