Quadruple Crowner Wesley "Megaman" Tils drops into the Hiker Trash Radio studio to talk to Doc about what he's been up to since his last episode. Settle in and buckle up as Wild Wes shares some classics and some instant classics, including what happens when you don't bring bear spray into grizzly country, following that little voice in your head, unfortunate trail naming, phone thefts, epic hitches, desert hiking, performative yogiing, Picky, pebbling, the importance of pantyhose and rope on your next hike, and his incredible upcoming 8,000-mile hike. Epic. (This is Part II. Be sure to listen to Part I.)
Show Notes
In this episode, the host converses with Wesley 'Megaman' Tils, an avid hiker and archeologist known for his challenging desert hikes. Wesley shares his recent adventures, including hiking the Tahoe Rim Trail, the River to River Trail, the Pinhoti Trail, the Mojave Sonoran Trail, and the Hayduke Trail. He recounts various encounters, challenges, and the unique beauty of desert hiking. Additionally, Wesley outlines his ambitious future plan to hike from the easternmost to the westernmost points of the contiguous United States to raise awareness for wilderness protection. He offers insights, advice, and personal anecdotes about surviving and thriving on long hikes.
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