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The Texas Trailhead : A Texas Hiking Podcast

The Texas Trailhead : A Texas Hiking Podcast

By The Texas Trailhead

Welcome to The Texas Trailhead Podcast!
Are you looking to start hiking and camping, but don't know where to start?
Follow along each Friday as creator and producer, Danny Laurel, shares stories of his favorite places to hike. He'll also gather stories of what lead others to spend time outdoors too.
Maybe you're already a fan of the outdoors, but are looking for other places to visit in Texas.
Well then grab your backpack, and put on your hiking shoes; and join along this adventure through the Texas outdoors.
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S3 E2: The break and LCRA Park- Matagorda Bay Nature Park

The Texas Trailhead : A Texas Hiking Podcast Sep 11, 2020

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S5 E4 Fairfield Lake State Park Announces Closure & Kammok Swiflet

S5 E4 Fairfield Lake State Park Announces Closure & Kammok Swiflet

After years of speculation, Fairfield Lake SP officially announces its closure.  Listen to learn more about the circumstances behind the closure, and the official press release from Texas Parks & Wildlife Department. 


In the second segment, I'm talking to you about the Kammok Swiflet.  Easy to set up, lightweight, and durable.  This hammock stand is perfect for your next adventure where you don't have trees, or you're not allowed to hang anything on them. 

Feb 17, 202316:15
S5 E3 Sharing 1st hike for 2023 and Birding in the Rio Grande Valley

S5 E3 Sharing 1st hike for 2023 and Birding in the Rio Grande Valley

Hey friends!  In this episode, I'll be reviewing a bit late, what we did for first-day hikes and the program itself.  Got to start the year with a hike on the beach at Mustang Island state park in Port Aransas, Texas!   


In the second half of the episode, I'll explore the Rio Grande Valley and the three state parks in south Texas that are part of the World Birding Center.  


Thanks for listening!  If you enjoy what you hear, please consider subscribing to the podcast and contributing to keeping it going!  

Jan 31, 202321:03
S5 E2. Dinosaur Valley State Park & Ignik Firecan
Dec 13, 202218:13
Sea to Summit Gear for your next camping trip
Nov 22, 202209:21
Video: Yeti Yonder

Video: Yeti Yonder

This is a subscirber-only version of the Yeti Yonder podcast that was turned into a video now available on Youtube.  It has a higher production quality than the typical episodes.  Hope you enjoy!

Nov 21, 202201:59
S5 E1.5 Day trip to Meridian State Park // Yeti yonder water bottle first impressions

S5 E1.5 Day trip to Meridian State Park // Yeti yonder water bottle first impressions

Take a day trip to Meridian state park, and Yeti just released a new water bottle. Will it compete with Nalgene?
Nov 17, 202209:10
S5 E1. Season five. Meridian State Park day trip and will the new Yeti bottle compete w/Nalgene?

S5 E1. Season five. Meridian State Park day trip and will the new Yeti bottle compete w/Nalgene?

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This episode is an exclusive just for Spotify users. Take a day trip to Meridian state park, and Yeti just released a new water bottle. Will it compete with Nalgene?
Nov 17, 202211:52
Back into the groove before 2022 is over.

Back into the groove before 2022 is over.

Checking in to let you know a new episode is about to drop! Stick around and stay tuned. Happy hiking y’all!
Nov 14, 202200:27
S4 E11: Hiking News & Big Bend if You Only Have a Day

S4 E11: Hiking News & Big Bend if You Only Have a Day

The weekly recap of outdoor news is a fun email blast I sent out, but recently the Texas Parks & Wildlife dept. sent out some information on small towns that have received grants for outdoor spaces!  See if one of your towns made the list. 

Think you need to dedicate a week to Big Bend?  Well, not quite.  You can definitely see a good amount of the national park in one day.  If you accidentally have an opportunity to visit Big Bend, here are some places I definitely recommend you checking out on your way to Terlingua or Marfa. 

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Mar 31, 202224:59
S4 E10: Monahans Sandhills State Park
Mar 25, 202218:42
I take a visit to Lockhart State Park: Video Narration
Mar 08, 202215:58
S4 E8: Chihuahuan Desert Nature Center & Seminole Canyon SP

S4 E8: Chihuahuan Desert Nature Center & Seminole Canyon SP

A little bit of west Texas in this episode! West Texas may feel like it’s barren, but once you dissect the area more, you’ll learn its filled with amazing life and wonder.
There are two places that I really enjoyed: The Chihuahuan Desert Nature Center just outside of Fort Davis, and south of there at Seminole Canyon State Park.
Learn about what to expect at this two amazing destinations.
Feb 12, 202220:45
S4E7 Talking Nature Photography y mas with my buddy Enola

S4E7 Talking Nature Photography y mas with my buddy Enola

Social media is known as life’s highlight reel, but I pay more attention to the stories that peel back the emotion curtain and expose more realistic viewpoints when it comes to what you can expect outdoors, and the pain that can happen along that journey.
Enola’s photos caught my eye one day because the imagery was different than anything else on my feed, but it was her words that were attached to the photo that made me follow along.
The words and the pictures were tinted with emotion that was relatable, and reflected a person who was wanting to see beyond the glitter of life, and delve deeper into her own self.
This interview was recorded a little over a year ago. Before she left for a road trip of self discovery, so it’s fun to look back and talk about her trip in anticipation.
Feb 03, 202233:44
S4 E6: Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge

S4 E6: Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge

Welcome back to another episode of the Texas Trailhead podcast!  

In this episode, I venture out to Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge.  This is one of 21 national refuges in Texas and it is located just outside of Austin, TX. 

It's a fantastic place to hike and do some birdwatching, I really hope you can make a trip out!

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Sep 09, 202113:29
S4E5: Where did season 4 go & Stephen F. Austin State Park

S4E5: Where did season 4 go & Stephen F. Austin State Park

Welcome back to another episode of the Texas Trailhead podcast! It's been a minute, but I want to thank everyone for sticking around while life happens.
In this episode I'm getting things back on track by letting y'all know what I've been up to. This episode was originally recorded May 21, so it may feel a bit delayed, but the sentiment is still the same. There's a lot going on in regard to growing Texas Trailhead, and when it's a one-person show, some things get shuffled around.
I went to Stephen F. Austin state park before heading out on my epic west Texas adventure, so listen to a breakdown of what you can expect visiting this state park just outside of Houston, TX.
Enjoy!
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Aug 24, 202115:51
S4 E4 Introducing Texas Trail Company & Back to Government Canyon SNA

S4 E4 Introducing Texas Trail Company & Back to Government Canyon SNA

Welcome back to another episode of the Texas Trailhead Podcast!  This week I’m giving a pretty big update to the TXTH brand, and introducing y’all to the Texas Trail Company store.  Here you’ll find amazing gear to hike in that performs as hard as you do on the trail, or whenever you want to be comfortable.  Find amazing tees, hats, home goods and more. 

I’m also back to a favorite San Antonio state natural area.  Government Canyon is a place I’ve been to before, but on this visit I hiked some new trails, and had a newly found appreciation for these parks.  It also helped that since my first visit I’ve learned more about how this park came to be, so that was a plus as well. 

Check out Texas Trail Company: https://texastrailcompany.com/


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Apr 23, 202122:34
S4 E3: A conversation with Kammok founder, Greg McEvilly

S4 E3: A conversation with Kammok founder, Greg McEvilly

This week I'm speaking with Grey McEvilly, founder of Kammok out of Austin, TX.  While hammocks put them on the map, they are responsible for making some of the best outdoor gear on the market that focuses on three core pillars: Adventure-Community-Love.  We'll discuss the beginnings of the company, and current initiatives they have in place for being a responsible company for the environment, and the outdoors. 

This week is also special for Kammok because March 27th, 2021 is the 2nd annual National Camp at Home Day!  This is a really fun way to get people to enjoy the outdoors without leaving the house, and there are a ton of fun ways you can interact with fellow fans of the outdoor spaces.  Learn how you can participate here: https://kammok.com/pages/national-camp-at-home-day

Up to 20% off select gear with code CAMPATHOME at checkout.  Deals end 3/28.


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Mar 24, 202139:01
S4 E2: South Llano River SP and the Texas State Parks set to reopen

S4 E2: South Llano River SP and the Texas State Parks set to reopen

#texashiking #texasstateparks #southllanosp I was really excited to check out a new Texas State Park, and South Llano River state park did not disappoint.  I was able to knock how the trails I wanted to get to including: Overlook Trail (.7 mi), Fawn Trail (1.0 mi), East Ridge trail, Walter's Way (.6 mi), and the Mid-Canyon Trail (2.3 mi).  There were also some points of interest I'm just going to have to revisit on another trip. 

Check out the Full Recap for South Llano River SP here:  https://www.thetexastrailhead.com/south-llano-river-state-park/

TPWD also had a huge announcement about the reopening of the parks to full capacity. 


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Mar 12, 202121:08
Season 4 Episode 1: Back in the Saddle, Colorado Bend State Park Visit Recap

Season 4 Episode 1: Back in the Saddle, Colorado Bend State Park Visit Recap

“Ride the trail alone, it ain’t my style... ride, ride, on this saddle...”. Paul Cauthen is one of my favorite musicians, and his song Saddle ran through my mind as I was preparing to record this episode. It’s been a while friends. 2021 has begun and it’s time to share some more adventures. This week I give a quick recap as to what I’ve been off to, and give a visit recap for one of my favorite parks I visited at the end of 2020: Colorado Bend State Park. So grab your backpack, put on your hiking shoes, and let’s go on another adventure.
Mar 04, 202127:38
S3 E15: One Year Anniversary & Goliad State Park

S3 E15: One Year Anniversary & Goliad State Park

This episode marks the end of the first year for the Texas Trailhead Podcast.  45 episodes that all started with a desire to get on a mic and chat about how Enchanted Rock SNA changed my life.  I wanted to share stories from the trail, but also share the stories of other's who may have been inspired by spending time outside.  I want to give a huge Thank You to everyone that came on and spoke on the podcast--It means the world.  This week I'm also sharing my visit recap from Goliad State Park & Historic site.  It's more than just a a single location, the park is made up of four places that are rich with Texas history.  I'll also give a recap for the Presidio La Bahia which I highly recommend.  Enjoy! You can shop the tees at the Raw Paw link https://rawpaw.ink/products/txth-hiker-by-texas-trailhead 🔔 Subscribe to my YouTube for more outdoor adventures: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6c7zMdkXWmktpXWlDnGP5w/ Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thetexastrailhead       Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetexastrailhead       Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/texastrailhead        My Gear: 📸Canon 70D: https://amzn.to/3koM6p2 📸DJI Osmo Pocket: https://amzn.to/2HvOyLR PODCAST Equipment: Here is all the gear I use to make this podcast Microphones- Audio Technica ATR-2100 USB https://amzn.to/2tGmvTk       Headphones- Audio Technica ATH-M20x https://amzn.to/2t4tPYH       Tendak USB 3.0 Hub (To power all of the USB devices) https://amzn.to/36IzQsE       Beelife Pop Filter https://amzn.to/37Jsplg       NeeWer Professional Mic Stand https://amzn.to/37LpMPM       Focusright Scarlett 2i2 Audio Interface https://amzn.to/2TjYe0b       By purchasing anything on the gear list I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Those contributions help keep the website, podcast and videos going, so thanks for your support! Cairn Subscription Code:  Use this code for $10 off your monthly subscription from Cairn: jdt782 The music I use in my videos and podcasts:  https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/gft02b/ Show your support with a tip to Texas Trailhead via Paypal
Dec 21, 202024:20
S3 E14 ExploreMore DFW’s Haley Cottey

S3 E14 ExploreMore DFW’s Haley Cottey

This week I'm speaking with ExploreMore DFW's Haley Cottey.  Their goal is to "encourage people to get outside in their own towns and appreciate everything that is accessible to them instead of always wishing they were somewhere else".

I wanted to know how they got started with the site, but also wanted to share the amazing outdoor bingo game they have going on right now!

Please enjoy and check them out via the links below:

You can learn more on their Instagram, and their Website 


I'm also excited to announce the new Texas Trailhead TEE SHIRT!!  Available in two colors, this 100% cotton tee is great to show your love of the Texas trails.  I've partnered with an amazing company, Raw Paw Ink, from Austin, TX, and they are doing these on a pre-order.  The deadline to purchase is Dec. 27, 2020, and they do have a minimum threshold before they'll print.

You can shop the tees at the Raw Paw link https://rawpaw.ink/products/txth-hiker-by-texas-trailhead


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Dec 11, 202034:32
S3 E13: Big Announcement & The San Antonio Mission Trails

S3 E13: Big Announcement & The San Antonio Mission Trails

This week I have a big merch announcement!  Make sure you visit the site and check out some new goodies in the store. 

I'm also doing a quick visit recap from my time at the San Antonio missions.  

The mission trail is really just the mission system as a whole.  There are five missions you can visit, but there are also some additional interesting landmarks in the area as well. 

Now to be clear, there is an actual Mission Hike & Bike Trail, but I'm just talking about the 'trail' in terms of the grouping as a whole. 

Enjoy!

Learn more about the trail system: https://www.nps.gov/saan/planyourvisit/hikebike.htm 

HIKE & BIKE TRAIL MAP 


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Dec 04, 202029:20
S3 E12 Mission Tejas State Park

S3 E12 Mission Tejas State Park

This week I'm wrapping up the East Texas Trifecta and giving y'all a quick recap of Mission Tejas State Park. It's filled with amazing pine trees, trails, and Texas history. 

Learn about the points of interest, and also hear my talk a little more about the El Camino de los Tejas trail and the plans for the future discussions. 

Hope everyone had an enjoyable holiday, and I wanted to give thanks once more about the support and everyone that tunes in to this podcast.  I'm so grateful for all of you. 

Enjoy!

Learn more about my recap: https://www.thetexastrailhead.com/mission-tejas-state-park/

Official Site: Trail Map

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Nov 28, 202018:29
S3 E11: A little technical snafu & Matthew from @hikeaustin visits The Narrows

S3 E11: A little technical snafu & Matthew from @hikeaustin visits The Narrows

This week I'm taking a moment to remind myself how grateful I am after a technical snafu wipes the photographic memories of 2020. 

Matthew Guthrie of @hikeaustin returns to chat after an EPIC visit the the Narrows in the hill country. He'll give us all the deets on what to prepare for, and what to expect.

I ask him if it's all worth it to go back, listen in to hear his answer!

Enjoy!

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Nov 21, 202031:31
S3 E10: Westcave Discovery Center CEO and Executive Director Trevor Hance

S3 E10: Westcave Discovery Center CEO and Executive Director Trevor Hance

This week I'm speaking with Westcave Discovery Center CEO and Executive Director Trevor Hance.  

Westcave is a remarkable outdoor space that is photogenic yes, but also holds a deep responsibility of promoting the positive effects of conservation, and getting children outside. 

In our conversation we will discuss why the preserve is so special, but also take a deeper dive into what programs are available for kids when they visit, and what the center offers educationally. 

I also hurt my foot.  No bueno.  You can hear me pout about that as well.  

Enjoy!

🏕Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center : https://westcave.org/

CHILDREN IN NATURE COLLABORATIVE OF AUSTIN : https://westcave.org/cinca


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Nov 13, 202038:53
S3 E9 Martin Creek Lake State Park and Cairn unboxing for Oct 2020

S3 E9 Martin Creek Lake State Park and Cairn unboxing for Oct 2020

Martin Creek Lake State Park | Cairn Unboxing October 2020

Welcome to another Texas Trailhead episode!  This week I'll start with a few announcement about the state parks and some of the plans for reaching out to the fans. 

I'll also be reviewing part 2 of my east Texas road trip.  Martin Creek Lake wasn't what I expected, listen to learn what was different. 

In the second segment I'll recap my Cairn box for October.  Learn about what I received, and give a glimpse into what you can expect from these subscription boxes. 

🏕Martin Creek Lake State Park Info [Official] : https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/martin-creek-lake

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Nov 06, 202030:37
S3 E8 Back to Pedernales Falls State Park, as read by...me.

S3 E8 Back to Pedernales Falls State Park, as read by...me.

This week I'm back at Pedernales Falls state park.  I'm changing things up a bit and pulling  this post from the website.

 I wanted to explore the story telling a bit, so I'm pretty much reading what I wrote.  You can access the full post in the links below. 

Let me know if you enjoy this style by sending me a comment on any of the social media channels. 

And if you liked it, please share this episode with your friends.  Resharing, commenting, and giving 5-star ratings helps free content spread to those who may enjoy it, so thanks in advance for your support. 

Additionally, I mention that I have a small guide of various outdoor initiatives on the ballot in your area.  They may include funding for rebuilding parks, or expanding outdoor spaces.  Please check that out so you're prepared for the Nov. 3rd election!



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Oct 30, 202032:25
S3 E7: GeoTagging Chat with Matthew Guthrie, Creator of @HikeAustin

S3 E7: GeoTagging Chat with Matthew Guthrie, Creator of @HikeAustin

November 8th parks are free for everyone in honor of both veterans and active military—it is important to note that reservations will still be highly recommended, and some places required. And that being said… The Texas parks & wildlife announced that reservations can now be made up to 5 months in advance. For a lot of folks the reservations have really put a damper on planning, myself included, but for now 5 months is a really good amount of time to plan a larger trip for your family to some pretty awesome places. So start booking up those holidays now I guess My guest this week is the creator of one of my favorite Instagram accounts, @HikeAustin Matthew Guthrie is someone that has always had a passion for the outdoors, but it was when he grabbed the camera did his love for landscapes, and nature really come to fruition. In our conversation this week we’ll talk about how the account got started, his day job that funny enough doesn’t really have anything to do with the outdoors per se, and what it’s like running account with 30 thousand followers. We’ll also continue the discussion about geo tagging and what responsibilities he’s taken to provide beneficial information for visitors and even the parks themselves. You’ll be surprised to learn some of the comments and messages he gets in his inbox. Anywho—please enjoy this episode, and remember, likes, shares, and 5-star ratings are the life blood for free content, so if you enjoy the Texas trailhead content please give it a rating on apple podcasts, and share a link or two on social media. 🔔 Subscribe to my YouTube for more outdoor adventures: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6c7zMdkXWmktpXWlDnGP5w/ Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thetexastrailhead Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetexastrailhead Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/texastrailhead  My Gear (video): 📸Canon 70D: https://amzn.to/3koM6p2 📸DJI Osmo Pocket: https://amzn.to/2HvOyLR My Gear (audio): Microphones- Audio Technica ATR-2100 USB https://amzn.to/2tGmvTk Headphones- Audio Technica ATH-M20x https://amzn.to/2t4tPYH Tendak USB 3.0 Hub (To power all of the USB devices) https://amzn.to/36IzQsE NeeWer Professional Mic Stand https://amzn.to/37LpMPM Focusright Scarlett 2i2 Audio Interface https://amzn.to/2TjYe0b The music I use in my videos and podcasts:  https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/gft02b/ By purchasing anything on the gear list I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Those contributions help keep the website, podcast and videos going, so thanks for your support
Oct 23, 202030:19
S3 E6: Nikole Velasco of Nikole Velasco Photography

S3 E6: Nikole Velasco of Nikole Velasco Photography

This week I’m speaking with Nikole Velasco.

She’s an elopement photographer whose focus is getting amazing photos of couples in the outdoors.

Recently she has received the Leave No Trace photography certification, so she can spread awareness about the Leave No Trace Principles.

She’s had a passion for the outdoors for many years, and taking pictures of that has always been a part of that. It wasn’t until she started the elopement photography did that additional sense of adventure grow.

Nikole understands the responsibility of not only the couples she's photographing, but also the locations she’s shooting in and what expectations must be set to not harm the natural spaces that the photo session is in.

The leave no trace course teaches photographers to be more responsible in the outdoors, and sets examples of how to speak with clients about certain shots and how to protect themselves and of the natural environment.

She will give some examples of things couples should be mindful of in the outdoors, and will share her thoughts on what steps professional photographers have with the natural spaces, taking people into those spaces, and then deciding whether or not to share those spaces with others.

You can find more about her photography on her Instagram and her website. @Nikolevelascophoto is her Instagram handle and her website.

Reach her on her website here: https://www.nikolevelascophoto.com/

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Oct 09, 202023:47
S3 E5 Cairn Subscription Boxes & Geotagging and the Responsibility of Outdoor Influencers

S3 E5 Cairn Subscription Boxes & Geotagging and the Responsibility of Outdoor Influencers

Hello friends!  Welcome to another episode of The Texas Trailhead podcast-

This week I'm begins a segment about Geotagging and the responsibility of outdoor influencers.  People who have a large following of 'fans' showcasing some amazing sights around the world. 

There are some unfortunate side effects to this.  I'll talk about what they entail, and introduce the segment with some personal thoughts about geotagging.  Over the remainder of this season I'll share stories of other people who share photos of the outdoors and their thoughts on whether or not to geotag. 

If you're new to the podcast  I'm going to give a quick refresh to my top pick for outdoor subscription boxes.  Cairn sends out monthly and quarterly boxes that feature amazing brands that you may know, and brands that are on the come up.  I'll be reviewing the monthly boxes that Cairn has sent me so you can get some insight into what you can expect to receive.

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Oct 02, 202022:25
S3 E4 Garner State Park Visit Recap

S3 E4 Garner State Park Visit Recap

"I remember that ol' Frio river..."   Welcome back to another Texas Trailhead podcast episode!   This week I'm back at another state park deep in the Texas hill country.  Garner state park is a new park for me, so I'm really excited to share some details about this place include camping options and the trails you can expect here. 

I'll also do a quick trail recap of the Old Baldy trail.  It's short, but mighty. 

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Sep 25, 202028:33
S3 E3 Dr. Sonia Lucas shares some Physical Therapy tips to prepare for the outdoors.

S3 E3 Dr. Sonia Lucas shares some Physical Therapy tips to prepare for the outdoors.

This week I'm speaking with Dr. Sonia Lucas PT, DPT. 

Originally from Oklahoma City, she's now living in Austin, Texas, and now her mission is to 'get more people out and active in nature". 

Her love for the outdoors started at an early age, and her passion now transcends to the trails, roads and lakes around Austin. She is really focused on that relationship between you and nature, and that's such a huge part of her work. 

Dr Lucas states in her bio, "When I began my transition into the world of physical therapy, I saw other physical therapists helping people to get out of pain and move better. I was inspired to do the same and do it in a way that celebrated the outdoors and healthy living". 

In our discussion I wanted to know a little bit more on how to prepare for different lengths of hikes, and other activities we can do to get our bodies ready for hitting the trail. 

She also gave some great tips on footwear, and a few simple exercises to get our bodies warmed up. 

If you'd like to learn more about what she does, give her a visit at her website: Active ATX Rehab & Wellness. https://www.activeatxrehab.com/

You can also find out more information on her Facebook page by the same name. Click this link: https://www.facebook.com/activeatxrehab

For all of you listeners, she has three FREE e-books available to download.  You can learn about proper footwear, 10 tips to tackle pain, and 5 exercises to prepare for any hike.  Click the link above to see those as well. 

Please enjoy this week's episode. 

Sep 18, 202033:12
S3 E2: The break and LCRA Park- Matagorda Bay Nature Park

S3 E2: The break and LCRA Park- Matagorda Bay Nature Park

It seems a bit pretentious to talk about where I've been like I'm someone important.
But I think taking breaks is important. This podcast had been running pretty consistently since the end of December 2019, and when I was wrapping up season two I was feeling a bit uninspired. There was nothing dramatic going on at the time, and I wasn't really hiking as much because of the reservation system.
I felt that taking a bit of a breather in between seasons, which are not based on anything besides feeling 15 is a good number, so I could regroup and collect some more thoughts and ideas about what I wanted to talk about.
So during that time I talked to a handful of people who you'll be hearing from, either already in the first episode or upcoming. I got to visit a few places near the coast. One of which you'll hear about in this episode.
The LCRA parks are typically near the Colorado river, and the Matagorda Bay Nature Park just happens to be located at the end of the river. The parking lot is just next to where it meets the Gulf of Mexico.
This environment is home to some amazing birding, fishing, and camping, so give it a listen and I hope it inspires you to get out and check it out!
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Sep 11, 202025:25
S3. E1. Dr Wetegrove talks about the importance of Nature for Mental Health

S3. E1. Dr Wetegrove talks about the importance of Nature for Mental Health

Welcome back to The Texas Trailhead podcast!  September is suicide prevention month, so I figured I would begin this season with a discussion about mental health. 

According to the American foundation for suicide prevention, suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the united states.

In 2018 over 48 thousand people died by suicide.

In 2020 the rates should see continued increase as it has been on a constant rise since 1999.

This week I’m speaking with Dr Wetegrove, a licensed psychologist based out of the San Antonio area.

One of her main areas of focus is working with people in the outdoors and uses nature to work on mental health.

In our discussion we definitely talk about her practice, but I wanted to know more about mental health in general, who’s affected the most, what we can do to normalize the discussion surrounding it, and some best practices we can do at home.

Mental health is really important to me and it’s something I have to focus on daily. Nature was one of the main things I found that helped me, so I definitely feel that the discussion around mental health is important, but what’s also important is making it easier to talk about it and make it more accessible.

We’ll get into more detail during the interview, but it’s important to note, especially in our current climate that access to mental health providers AND the outdoors should be accessible to everyone. This isn’t a political statement. 

So when I say, or when we see companies posting things like “the outdoors are for everyone” no one should be mad at that, or saying things like ‘of course they are’. But realize that in some instances it’s the access that isn’t made available.

Not everyone has the same access to parks, trails, and outdoor spaces. Just like not everyone has access to mental health services.

Dr. Wetegrove talks about some of the difficulties for people of color and lower financial backgrounds including the access to mental health care. We’ll also discuss when to start to talking to children and he work with women in the outdoors.

And since we’ll be discussing the positive effects of the outdoors, it’s important to note that making health care, and the outdoors more accessible for all will help more people in the long run.

So please enjoy this episode.

And one quick note, I realized after recording I had some microphone issues that you may hear later in the episode. I apologize in advance, and I hope it doesn’t distract from the message.

Also, here are a few links you may find useful:

10 strategies to get outdoors and improve your mental health   https://connect.psych-hike.com/10-strategies

Sign up for a weekly newsletter filled with Mental Health tips   https://connect.psych-hike.com/psych-hike

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Sep 04, 202028:02
The Texas Trailhead Podcast S2 E15: Hiking in the Texas Heat and Hydration Tips

The Texas Trailhead Podcast S2 E15: Hiking in the Texas Heat and Hydration Tips

Welcome to episode 15!  In this episode I'll be talking about the obvious: It's hot in Texas.  Do you know the difference between heat exhaustion and heat stroke?  I'll cover what to look out for, and I'll give you some of my favorite ways to stay hydrated out on the trail. 

This is also episode 15 of the second season, and therefore it's the last episode of the season!  I'm going to take a bit of a breather before season three because I really want to focus on the storytelling of my friends, and anyone out there that wants to share their story. 

If you or someone you know has a great outdoor story, an outdoor organization, or campaign send them my way!  I'd love to hear about what they have to say.  It doesn't even need to be Texas. 

And if you enjoy this content please consider becoming a contributor to keep this free content going. For as little as .99 cents/month you can show your support. 

So until next time, grab your backpack and put on your hiking shoes. This is: The Texas Trailhead. 



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Jul 17, 202025:17
The Texas Trailhead Podcast S2 E14: Giving back to the parks & Best ways to find places to camp

The Texas Trailhead Podcast S2 E14: Giving back to the parks & Best ways to find places to camp

Hope everyone had a ____ 4th of July. Heh. This week I’m going to give y’all some of my favorite ways to give back to the parks. If you’re using them you should do what you can to help them and help keep them maintained. Not all have state or even much local funding. Then I’ll give you the best ways to find places to camp whether that’s at the parks, people’s private property or some other conventional ways.
Jul 10, 202034:25
The Texas Trailhead Podcast S2 E13: Goliad and Monument Hill Historic Sites

The Texas Trailhead Podcast S2 E13: Goliad and Monument Hill Historic Sites

Welcome to another episode of The Texas Trailhead Podcast! This week is a bit of a shorty since it’s a holiday weekend, so learn a little more about two of my favorite historic sites in Texas! Hope everyone has a safe Fourth of July weekend, and make sure you visit me on my social channels and let me know what you thought of this episode! If you love it- please consider a monthly contribution to keep the site going for as little as .99 cents/month-
Jul 03, 202014:07
The Texas Trailhead Podcast S2 E12: Happy Father’s Day & Video Game Ramble

The Texas Trailhead Podcast S2 E12: Happy Father’s Day & Video Game Ramble

Father’s Day is important to me for a couple reasons: I’m now a dad, and I’m grateful that my daughter has shown some appreciation for spending time in the outdoors with me. Additionally, my dad was a huge part of my enjoyment of the outdoors now, and we’ve recently taken an epic road trip spending time outside. But I’m going to share some fun stories of times when things didn’t go as planned. Ha. Additionally, hiking isn’t my only passion, so for some I’m going to bore you with chatter about one of my favorite video games, but there is an outdoor twist. Enjoy!
Jun 26, 202033:23
The Texas Trailhead Podcast S2 E11: Lost Maples SP & Cairn Subscription box

The Texas Trailhead Podcast S2 E11: Lost Maples SP & Cairn Subscription box

Just driving to Lost Maples is an amazing journey in of itself, but the park has some amazing scenery and hiking too. And when it comes to being a gear head, sometimes it’s just easier to have someone pick out the goods for you. So I’m going to tell you about my favorite subscription box for the outdoors, Cairn, and with the code ‘WELCOME’ you can also get a welcome box with a new subscription!
Jun 19, 202034:34
The Texas Trailhead Podcast S2 E10: Tyler State Park

The Texas Trailhead Podcast S2 E10: Tyler State Park

Hey everyone! Thanks for sticking around and joining me on this 10th episode as I head out to east Texas and visit Tyler State Park. This park has something for everyone including water recreation, plenty of trails, and some amazing beauty of pines.
Jun 12, 202037:48
The Texas Trailhead Podcast S2 E9: State Parks Opening for Camping & Comal Trails Alliance

The Texas Trailhead Podcast S2 E9: State Parks Opening for Camping & Comal Trails Alliance

Welcome back! This week I have some big reopening news for Texas State Parks! LCRA Parks already reopened, so make sure you visit my website for that info too. I’ll also talk about another great place to hike in the New Braunfels area.
May 29, 202025:03
The Texas Trailhead Podcast S2 E8: Should you visit the Narrows and Palmetto SP

The Texas Trailhead Podcast S2 E8: Should you visit the Narrows and Palmetto SP

Happy Memorial Day weekend!  My thoughts are with everyone that has been lost in battle, so make sure you all take time to send your regards. 

This week is a bit of a shorty. 

I'll be talking about a Hot Topic that came up this week in the hiking message boards.  The Narrows are outside of Wimberley, TX , and while quite magical to look at, require visitors to walk on river bottom to avoid people's private property.  The issue is- not everyone is following the rules. 

The second segment is a quick overview of one of my favorite state parks: Palmetto State Park. 

Thanks for listening!  If you enjoy the podcast please share it with your friends.  And if you REALLY enjoy it and want to support, please click the donate button on the homepage of my podcast an Anchor to see how to contribute to the podcast for as little as .99 cents/month. 

So grab your backpack and put on your hiking shoes, this is The Texas Trailhead. 

May 22, 202020:46
The Texas Trailhead Podcast S2 E7: 16 Texas Historic Sites & LbJ State and National Parks

The Texas Trailhead Podcast S2 E7: 16 Texas Historic Sites & LbJ State and National Parks

Welcome to another episode of The Texas Trailhead podcast!  This week I go on a bit of a ramble and talk about why the day-use reservations actually have me hiking less. And in the second segment I'm talking about the 16 Texas historic state parks, and delve a bit deeper into my favorite LBJ State and National parks.  For More information find me on The Texas Trailhead website! SOCIAL: Facebook Instagram: YouTube: PODCAST Equipment: Here is all the gear I use to make this podcast Microphones- Audio Technica ATR-2100 USB Headphones- Audio Technica ATH-M20x Tendak USB 3.0 Hub (To power all of the USB devices) Beelife Pop Filter NeeWer Professional Mic Stand Focusright Scarlett 2i2 Audio Interface By purchasing anything on the gear list I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Those contributions help keep the website, podcast and videos going, so thanks for your support!

May 15, 202032:43
The Texas Trailhead Podcast S2 E6: Jefferson Marshall, Author of The Creatures of Caprock Canyons
May 08, 202026:59
The Texas Trailhead Podcast S2 E5: The San Marcos Greenbelt Alliance & Astral TR1 Mesh Shoe Review

The Texas Trailhead Podcast S2 E5: The San Marcos Greenbelt Alliance & Astral TR1 Mesh Shoe Review

Welcome to another episode of the texas trailhead podcast!

I hope everyone is having a great week.

Just wanted to let you all know that if you’re listening to this on its release day, so may 1st, It’s my birthday!

And I hate to beg, but for my birthday I’d love if you could do something to show your support and if you could share this podcast with someone who you think may enjoy it!  That would be great— and If you listen to me on Apple, leaving a 5-star review would help tremendously-

Ok— This week I don’t have an interview, but I do have some goodies to share with you.  I love goodies, so I hope you do to.  Because I live in central texas I’m in San Marcos quite a bit and they are home to one of my favorite trails systems, the San Marcos Greenbelt Alliance.  They’re a non profit group of amazing, hard working individuals that maintain one of my favorite day hike.  There are three total nature parks, but the one I’m talking about on this episode is Purgatory Creek Nature Trail.  I love it so much, and I almost don’t want to tell y’all about it, so if you visit please leave it they way you found it or better, or I’ll come find you and make nasty faces.

In my second segment I’m doing a little follow up review for a pair of shoes I haven’t reviewed before.  I just waited about 4ish months to talk about them because I definitely have a different opinion about them today than I did when I first bought them.

It’s my review of the Astral TR1 Mesh trail runner shoes. I’ll also be featuring the review on an upcoming YouTube video, so if go look for the texas trailhead on YouTube and make sure you like and subscribe.  I’ll leave a link in the description—

So let’s get to it!

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May 01, 202039:55
The Texas Trailhead Podcast S2 E4: Leslie Lilly, Conservation Director of The Trail Foundation

The Texas Trailhead Podcast S2 E4: Leslie Lilly, Conservation Director of The Trail Foundation

The Trail Foundation is a partnership with the Austin Parks & Recreation department that helps to maintain the the Butler Hike & Bike trail smack dab in the middle of downtown Austin, TX.  But The Trail Foundation is much more than upgrading restrooms and maintaining trailheads; conservation of the land and ensuring that it is being used in the most thoughtful manner for the over 4 million human visitors, but also the wildlife that use it as a refuge.  My guest on this episode is Leslie Lilly. Shes the conservation director for The Trail Foundation and I hope you enjoy her knowledge of the conservation efforts that go on, and learn a little bit more about why The Trail Foundation is so important.  Please visit them at www.thetrailfoundation.org to see how you can contribute your time or donations to keep Austin's park land beautiful and that is last for future generations to enjoy.  SOCIAL: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/thetexastrailhead Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danolaurel YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6c7zMdkXWmktpXWlDnGP5w PODCAST Equipment: Here is all the gear I use to make this podcast Microphones- Audio Technica ATR-2100 USB https://amzn.to/2tGmvTk Headphones- Audio Technica ATH-M20x https://amzn.to/2t4tPYH Tendak USB 3.0 Hub (To power all of the USB devices) https://amzn.to/36IzQsE Beelife Pop Filter https://amzn.to/37Jsplg NeeWer Professional Mic Stand https://amzn.to/37LpMPM Focusright Scarlett 2i2 Audio Interface https://amzn.to/2TjYe0b By purchasing anything on the gear list I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Those contributions help keep the website, podcast and videos going, so thanks for your support!

Apr 25, 202023:50
S2E3: McKinney Roughs Nature Park & Interview with Owner of O’Wells Adventure Co. -Adam Wells

S2E3: McKinney Roughs Nature Park & Interview with Owner of O’Wells Adventure Co. -Adam Wells

S2E3: McKinney Roughs Nature Park & Interview with Owner of O’Wells Adventure Co. : Adam Wells Welcome to this weeks show! I’m really excited to talk about this episode.  It’s part of the LCRA park system and definitely one of my favorite places to hike. It’s McKinney Roughs nature park which is Just outside of Austin-One of the great things about it is it rests next to the Colorado river. So enjoy this Amazing place to hike with some amazing views of the water.   I also get to interview a fellow hiker Adam Wells.  He’s been into the outdoors hiking and fishing from a very young age. Has spent time outdoors in a handful of places around the US and   Him and his wife turned that passion of being outside into an awesome small business.  So stay tuned! Find O'Wells Adventure Co. Here: https://www.owellsadventureco.com/ SOCIAL: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/thetexastrailhead Instagram: Https://www.instagram.com/danolaurel YouTube: Https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6c7zMdkXWmktpXWlDnGP5w PODCAST Equipment: Here is all the gear I use to make this podcast Microphones- Audio Technica ATR-2100 USB https://amzn.to/2tGmvTk Headphones- Audio Technica ATH-M20x https://amzn.to/2t4tPYH Tendak USB 3.0 Hub (To power all of the USB devices) https://amzn.to/36IzQsE Beelife Pop Filter https://amzn.to/37Jsplg NeeWer Professional Mic Stand https://amzn.to/37LpMPM Focusright Scarlett 2i2 Audio Interface https://amzn.to/2TjYe0b By purchasing anything on the gear list I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Those contributions help keep the website, podcast and videos going, so thanks for your support!
Apr 17, 202057:12
S2 E2: Camping at Home and Interview with my buddy David

S2 E2: Camping at Home and Interview with my buddy David

The Texas Trailhead Podcast Season 2 Episode 2: Camping at Home & Interview with my Buddy David Welcome to the podcast- this is danny, and I’ve gotta say—I’m pretty excited about this weeks episode. First up—if you live in Texas then you’re probably aware that the state parks have now officially closed. It’s definitely eerie and no fun and it is really limiting the places that people can get out and hike. Oh man it was a frenzy on social media. But all is not lost. I wanna talk about ways to find nature close to home. I’ll be sharing my experience about campin out in the backyard.   And in the second segment I want to introduce you to an old friend of mine. We met many years ago working at the outlet mall, and we have been buddies ever since. He’s a huge fan of the outdoors—we’ve camped together, we’ve hiked together, but now he lives all the way in seattle. We had a nice chat about what hiking is like out in Washington—some of his favorite places to hike—and he even sneaks in some backpacking tips too. So please enjoy this week’s episode SOCIAL: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/thetexastrailhead Instagram: Https://www.instagram.com/danolaurel YouTube: Https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6c7zMdkXWmktpXWlDnGP5w PODCAST Equipment: Here is all the gear I use to make this podcast Microphones- Audio Technica ATR-2100 USB https://amzn.to/2tGmvTk Headphones- Audio Technica ATH-M20x https://amzn.to/2t4tPYH Tendak USB 3.0 Hub (To power all of the USB devices) https://amzn.to/36IzQsE Beelife Pop Filter https://amzn.to/37Jsplg NeeWer Professional Mic Stand https://amzn.to/37LpMPM Focusright Scarlett 2i2 Audio Interface https://amzn.to/2TjYe0b By purchasing anything on the gear list I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Those contributions help keep the website, podcast and videos going, so thanks for your support!
Apr 10, 202039:51
The Texas Trailhead Podcast Season 2 Episode 1: Urban Hiking & The Coleman Two-Burner Stove

The Texas Trailhead Podcast Season 2 Episode 1: Urban Hiking & The Coleman Two-Burner Stove

Welcome to the 2nd season of The Texas Trailhead podcast! I’m very excited about the episodes made so far, and looking forward to keeping them going as long as y’all are listening! I’d love to talk to y’all about the trails too. If you download the Anchor app we can just chat on the phone about our favorite hobby. 

This episode is gonna be a shorty. I just wanted to share my story of hiking with the kiddo around the neighborhood and how much fun it was. I went off on a tangent a little bit, but I just wanted to encourage people to spend time outside, but maybe a little closer to home. 

In the second half I’m gonna give a gear recommendation for one of my favorite items to use while car camping. The Coleman two-burner stove. It’s a classic, and it’s a beast. And if you somehow don’t know about it I’m going to talk about how easy it is to set up.

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  • Headphones- Audio Technica ATH-M20x https://amzn.to/2t4tPYH
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Apr 03, 202022:09
The Texas Trailhead Podcast Episode 15 : Coastal Road Trip and Solomon Trail Runner Review

The Texas Trailhead Podcast Episode 15 : Coastal Road Trip and Solomon Trail Runner Review

The Texas Trailhead Episode 15 : Coastal Road Trip and Solomon Trail Runner Review

For this weeks episode my daughter and I decided to go on a little coastal road trip. Shelter in place orders had yet to be administered and at the time my wife still had to work at the office, and the store I worked at was closed.

The idea was to go visit lake Corpus Christi state park and then kinda just explore from there. What it turned out to be was a fun coastal adventure.

I’m also going to talk about my new trail running shoes, so stay tuned!

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PODCAST Equipment:

Here is all the gear I use to make this podcast

  • Microphones- Audio Technica ATR-2100 USB https://amzn.to/2tGmvTk
  • Headphones- Audio Technica ATH-M20x https://amzn.to/2t4tPYH
  • Tendak USB 3.0 Hub (To power all of the USB devices) https://amzn.to/36IzQsE
  • Beelife Pop Filter https://amzn.to/37Jsplg
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Mar 27, 202027:24