By Land Podcast
Welcome to the By Land Podcast! My name is Emory, and this show is all about having real, honest conversations with experienced adventurers, outdoor experts, and everyday people who love spending time outside. My goal is to help you feel inspired, informed, and confident to take on your own outdoor adventures—whether you're into backpacking, hiking, hunting, camping, or just getting started.
I cover a wide range of topics like practical outdoor skills, gear, conservation, mindset, and personal growth. Each episode offers something different—whether it’s an inspiring story, hard-earned lessons, or actionable advice to help you build confidence and develop the backcountry skills you need to explore further and adventure better.
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By Land Podcast
#150 - Backpacking 1300 Miles of the PCT with 3 Kids with David Daley
This is the second part of a two-part mini-series with Marketa and David Daley who in 2022 hiked 1300 miles of the Pacific Crest Trail with their 3 young kids. David and I dive into the more holistic side of hiking the trail and explore the meaning behind the struggle and process of a thru-hike. For anyone who enjoys the non-technical side of a thru-hiking discussion, you’ll enjoy this, especially if you’re a parent yourself.
David and I dive into what it was like to hike as Father on the PCT, how hard it was to learn to hike as slow as a child, and the spiritual connection we feel toward wild spaces. A thru-hike is a difficult thing to process and it was great to have the chance to explore the experience with David so soon after the end of his hike.
Show Notes
- Digesting the trail
- The importance of immersing yourself in the wilderness
- Thoughts on possible long-term effects of thru-hiking with kids (hopes versus reality)
- Experiencing the PCT as a Dad
- Parental roles and responsibilities on the trail
- Holding hands for 500 miles then letting go…
- Learning to hike all-day
- What it’s like hiking at a child’s pace
- Reasons behind the hike
- The spiritual connection to wild spaces
- Is life balance possible?
- The willingness to easily find excuses not to do something
- Imagining life without the PCT
- Understanding why you hike
- Breakthrough moments on the trail
- Reflecting on relationships with fellow hikers
- The importance of community
- Final thoughts
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