I'd Rather Be
What is it about birdwatching, or long-distance running, or bonsai tree growing that is so addicting to the people who have made these hobbies a central part of their lives? I'd Rather Be is a podcast dedicated to prioritizing the things we love to do -- the things we'd rather be doing almost all the time. Each episode will show you exactly what it is about these hobbies that is so captivating, along with tips from guests about how to try them out for yourself.
I'd Rather Be
I'd Rather Be Backpacking
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Katya Rucker
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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What compels someone to spend weeks and even months in the wilderness with nothing but the supplies they can carry on their back? Ethan Gallogly, an avid backpacker, was so inspired by his 211-mile journey along the John Muir Trail that runs through the Sierra Nevada Mountains in California that he decided to write a novel based on the experience. In this episode, hear what lies at the heart of Ethan's passion for backpacking.
Link to Ethan's novel, The Trail, on Amazon
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