Bush & Banter
An adventure podcast that shares the stories from the most daring and inspiring people in the world, hosted by Jennifer Mabus and Dyana Carmella.
Bush & Banter
Mount Whitney: An In-Depth Hiker’s Guide to Climbing the Tallest Peak in the Lower 48 States
In this episode, Jen and Dyana dive into the highs, lows, and hilarious moments of hiking Mount Whitney—the tallest peak in the contiguous United States. Both Jen and Dyana have successfully summited Mount Whitney and have unique perspectives to share about their trips, with Jen tackling the summit via the Pacific Crest Trail and Dyana using the famous Whitney Portal. They swap stories about the mental and physical grit it takes to summit, share lessons learned from unpredictable weather and altitude sickness, and reminisce on the history and beauty of the mountain. The duo also break down the nitty-gritty: permits, gear, route options, and everything you need to know before taking on this iconic adventure. Whether you're planning your own Whitney hike or just love a good trail tale, this episode has something for every outdoor enthusiast.
NOTABLE TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 Intro to Mount Whitney
4:27 Fun facts about Mount Whitney
10:39 How to summit Whitney from the Eastern side
15:57 How to summit Whitney via the Pacific Crest Trail
21:19 Altitude sickness
24:56 To poop, or not to poop
30:27 The history behind the hut on top of Whitney
44:37 Common questions about hiking Whitney
57:40 Dyana's recommended route up Whitney
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