The 10Adventures Podcast

The Best Treks in Northern Peru: Cordillera Huayhuash and Cordillera Blanca

On this episode we dive head first into the incredible trekking regions known as the Cordillera Blanca and the Cordillera Huayhuash in Northern Peru. If you’re a lover of high altitude trekking, you don't want to miss this in depth look at the 3 most popular treks here, the Alpamayo, Santa Cruz and Huayhuash. Find out what goes into preparing for these types of high adrenaline adventures from acclimatization plans, transporting gear, and best times to travel. 

Tune in as our guest Christian Valencia, owner of Juarez based adventure tour operator Go2Andes, shares his expertise on these two incredible mountain ranges and the most epic  main treks they offer.. 

Check out a full list of Go2Andes incredible trekking tours on 10Adventures.

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Cycle Touring Europe During a Global Pandemic

Are you curious about what it’s like to travel in Europe, let alone cycle-tour during a global pandemic? Well we are, and on this episode, we catch up with  co-host Karin, who is currently enjoying a grand biking tour in Europe. Jumping in the saddle in Nantes, Karin and her husband have been enjoying their ride on the La Vélodyssée, the French section of the Atlantic Coast Route - EuroVelo 1. 

Beyond giving us a glimpse into this incredibly beautiful cycling route, Karin also spills the insiders scoop on travel in Europe during this stage of the pandemic as well as helpful tips on obtaining an EU approved vaccine passport. Also, find out what’s up next on Karin’s bike tour as she lets us in on her plans to ride to Santiago de Compostela and later, tackle the Portugues Way. 

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The GR5: Trekking from the Alps to the Mediterranean

Curious about France’s GR5 and want to learn more about the trek from Thonon-Les-Baines to Nice? Tune into this episode and find yourself whisked away to the French Alps and it’s cozy mountain refuges, charming villages, and it’s endless peaks and valleys along Europe’s GR5. 

On this episode, 10Adventures founder, Richard Campbell swaps seats and puts on his guest hat for an incredible episode highlighting his favourite trekking route of all time, the GR5. Richard shares how we went from putting in 70 hour work weeks to setting off on this mesmerizing trek with his newlywed wife to explore some 750km of epic French alpine scenery. Having previously trekked in the French Alps, this area had long held a special place in his heart, but setting out for 7 weeks to explore it anew with his wife in around 36 days was truly remarkable.

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Cycle Touring from Brighton to Budapest with Ryan

Curious about what it takes to complete a long distance cycle tour? Tune in to this week’s episode as our hosts talk with Ryan Meskill, who narrates  his first long-distance bike tour.  Learn more about the preparation needed when bike-packing and camping throughout Europe. Ryan shares how he picked up his custom touring bike in Brighton, and then rode 1,800km's to Budapest, camping and enjoying some of the most pleasant cycling routes in Europe.

If you've ever wanted to hear what it's like embarking on a first big bike touring adventure, then this is the podcast for you.

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Cycle Touring and wild camping 5,000 km around Europe with Jens

If you have ever considered tackling a bike touring adventure then you will want to tune in to this week’s episode! Get inspired as we learn more about the experience cycling European countries and wild camping along the way. On this episode we chat with Jens Kittle who flipped the usual model of bike touring on its head, exploring Europe by bike without much of a plan! Learn more about Jens' intrepid 5000km journey through some of Europe’s most stunning landscapes, from vibrant cities to remote mountains

Most people will tell you, the preparation and planning stage that comes before a bike tour itself can prove more challenging than the actual ride. For Jens, who set out from a small town in Denmark and made his way through Germany, France and Italy, each day was tackled without any expectations or concrete plans, and for him, this was the magic of it all!

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How to Protect the Great Outdoors with Jim Kern

Now more than ever do we need to safeguard the great outdoors and national scenic trails that we, like so many other adventures, love exploring. The Florida Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, and Appalachian Trail, and so many other National Scenic Trails need to be protected. On this episode, we’re excited to bring you the dynamic life story of a very special guest and a legendary figure in the Great Outdoors, Jim Kern. 

Tune in as we dive into the world of the Outdoor Industry as Jim shares another quest of his with us, which is to complete several national scenic trails in the US. We learn about the importance of the outdoors and how it generates enormous wealth for small local businesses, enabling the restoration of small-town economies.

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Jim takes us back to his roots in small-town New Jersey and shares with us what lit his fire, leading him to pursue a lifetime of adventure and his quest to make this same privilege accessible to all.As the founder of the Florida Trail, co-founder of the American hiking society, and president of Big City Mountaineers, Jim has led an awe-inspiring life and career that has gone far beyond the scope of just his own adventures, helping at-risk youth by introducing them to the outdoors and inspiring real change.

This is an episode you don’t want to miss! For more info on Jim Kern and his projects, check out his website, the Florida Trail Association, the American Hiking Society, and the Big City Mountaineers Program. If you wish to support Jim Kern’s venture in safeguarding the outdoors, consider signing his petition.  

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Encouraging your Children’s Love of the Outdoors: Tips and Tricks

Ever wondered how to get your children out into the outdoors and away from their screens? If you are seeking answers about what it takes to get your kids excited about hiking, then you will want to tune in as 10Adventures founder Richard and co-host Karin share what they’ve learned. Both speaking from a wealth of experience, Richard shares about his first “real” backpacking trip into the great outdoors with his family of 5, with his youngest being just 6 years old. 

On this special episode our hosts reveal all the tips, tricks, and support you need to start living an adventurous life outdoors with your kids, from the youngest to the oldest! Find out how all of this can enhance your family’s relationships, create lifelong memories, and bring your family closer together than ever before.

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Pursuing a Life of Travel with Lisa Germany

Believe it or not, a life of adventure travel is within reach. A travel lifestyle opens the possibilities of venturing to every corner of the world, from hiking in Chile, to overlanding on the Silk Road, and travelling to far-out places like Turkmenistan. On this episode, we welcome back 10Adventures contributor Lisa Germany who  has lived an incredible life of travel; now in her 40’s, she shares how she’s been able to maintain a consistent lifestyle of travel and discovering the world since she began to travel back in her 20’s. 

Find out how Lisa has made sacrifices in her everyday life in order to live out her dream of a life filled with travel. From skipping on dinners out and drinks, to taking freelance jobs on the road, and keeping her travels to low-cost destinations -- Lisa has all the tips and tricks you need to do the same. Find out why “slow travel” is Lisa's preferred way to see the world, and what this means while she’s on the road. This episode will surely inspire you to book your next international trip. 

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Section hiking the PCT, AT and CDT

Have you ever considered thru-hiking the Pacific Crest Trail or Appalachian Trail? If so, tune in to today's episode and get inspired by Mary Davidson, a 79-year-old retiree who caught the thru-hiking bug at the age 60! Since then, Mary has tackled some of North America’s most incredible long-distance trails, including the Appalachian Trail, The Continental Divide Trail, The Pacific Crest Trail, and up next -- the 6800km American Discovery Trail.

Among the many things that make Mary unique is her approach to long-distance hiking. She calls herself “a section hiker”, not a “thru-hiker”. Mary’s approach of tackling long-distance, often in 6-week stints, even allowed her to work on completing two trails at once (Appalachian and the PCT). Mary shares why getting older is not synonymous with slowing down, and the importance of lightweight equipment, staying in shape and maintaining her mindset when it comes to continuing to do what she loves most.

To find out more about Mary and to pick up a copy of her books, “Aren’t You Afraid?” and “Old Lady on the Trail”, and check out her website!

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Thru-hiking Canada‘s wild Great Divide Trail

Tune in to learn more about Canada’s Great Divide Trail, a highlight-packed long-distance trail through the Canadian Rockies, including Banff, Jasper, Mt Assiniboine, Yoho and so much more. On this episode adventure-duo, Natasha and Christian share their experience hiking the CGT  which they completed North to South in 2018. 

We dive into the incredible story of their adventure-packed 1,100 km hike that took them from Waterton Lakes, Alberta, near the Canada/US border all the way north to beautiful Lake Kakwa in British Columbia. We find out about their favourite section (section G) Mt Robson to Kakwa Lake, and what made this 10-day stretch so magical. Discover why so many adventurers embark on long-distance hikes like this, and get all the tips you need to start planning your own!

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