The Trail Dames Podcast

In the Trail Dames Podcast we speak with "women who like to dance upon this earth." We are a supportive group of women hikers. Some will make you laugh, some may make you cry, but all will inspire you to join us and dance upon this earth.

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March 3, 2026

Episode #350 - Podcast Info and Updates!

It's time for a public service announcement! Take a quick few minutes to hear what is happening in the podcast and what to expect for the next few months. And as always, thank you so much for listening!! Guest Links- Mighty B...

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Feb. 24, 2026

Episode #349 - Peaks of the Balkans Trail

Mystery caves, cursed mountains and unexploded ordinance…. let’s hike the Peaks of Balkans Trail! Links- Peaks of Balkans Site - https://www.peaksofthebalkans.com/ Trek article - https://thetrek.co/peaks-of-the-balkans-114-un...

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Feb. 17, 2026

Episode #348 - Hiking With New Knees!

What can a new knee do for your hiking? Heck! What can TWO new knees do?? This week we talk about knee replacement with special guest Kim Weiler. Links- Hiking after Knee Replacements - https://jointreplacementcenterscottsdal...

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Feb. 10, 2026

Episode #347 - Hiking Styles

How do you like to hike? Solo… in a group…. Today's podcast talks about the pros and cons of both, with special guest Kim Weiler. Links- Connect with Anna, aka Mud Butt, at info@traildames.com You can find the Trail Dames at:...

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Feb. 3, 2026

Episode #346 - Going on a Stupid Hike....

Going on a stupid hike for my stupid mental health…. calling everyone for a mood check-in! Links- To reach Collin: collin@wildwoodmagic.com Link to purchase the book, WildWood Magic: Walking as a Sacred Path (paperback or Kin...

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Jan. 27, 2026

Episode #345 - You Can Do It! Hiking in Icy Conditions

Don’t let the ice keep you off the trail….some of the most magical, beautiful hiking you can do can be after an ice storm! Links- Tips for Ice Hiking - https://www.outdoors.org/resources/amc-outdoors/outdoor-resources/tips-hi...

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Jan. 20, 2026

Episode #344 - Almost Somewhere - Suzanne Roberts

Suzanne Roberts is the author of the lyrical essay collection Animal Bodies: On Death, Desire, and Other Difficulties (Longlisted for the 2023 PEN/Diamonstein-Spielvogel Award for the Art of the Essay), the award-winning tra...

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Jan. 13, 2026

Episode #343 - Women of the 4000 Footers Club

An in-depth dive into the 4000 Footers Club of New Hampshire, what it takes to accomplish and some amazing women that have (pardon the pun) rocked it!! Guest Links- 48 Peaks on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/48-Peaks-Hiking-...

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