In this bonus episode of Hiker Trash Radio, Doc interviews future PCT trail correspondent Austin Goehring. Austin shares his unique journey from growing up in Bakersfield, California, to working at Disney for eight years, transitioning to a career in human resources, and finally his decision to thru-hike the PCT in 2026. They discuss Austin's passion for the outdoors, the challenges of balancing a corporate career with adventurous pursuits, and how he plans to combine his HR expertise with his love for hiking in his upcoming book 'The HR's Guide to Hiking.' Tune in to hear about his preparations, motivations, and the support from his workplace as he readies himself for this life-changing trek.

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In this bonus episode of Hiker Trash Radio, Doc interviews future PCT trail correspondent Austin Goehring. Austin shares his unique journey from growing up in Bakersfield, California, to working at Disney for eight years, transitioning to a career in human resources, and finally his decision to thru-hike the PCT in 2026. They discuss Austin's passion for the outdoors, the challenges of balancing a corporate career with adventurous pursuits, and how he plans to combine his HR expertise with his love for hiking in his upcoming book 'The HR's Guide to Hiking.' Tune in to hear about his preparations, motivations, and the support from his workplace as he readies himself for this life-changing trek.


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