Hiking Fools

Josh and Sarah welcome Diane Boyd into the studio for a conversation about wolves and her amazing experiences in and around Glacier National Park. Author, researcher, and conservationist, Diane brings decades of knowledge to this enlightening episode.

Enjoy a beautiful meandering trail with great potential for moose sightings, and a spectacular view from a beautiful windy mountain pass with views deep into Glacier National Park’s internal boundaries.

A continued discussion with Don Scharfe, including some great stories about climbing and exploring the more remote parts of Glacier National Park.

Josh and Sarah welcome Don Scharfe into the studio, the founder and former owner of RMO in Kalispell. Don talks about his early days in the Glacier National Park area and shares some of his thoughts about gear and climbing.

Planning your visit to Glacier National Park, but not sure what to bring or how to prepare? In this episode, Josh and Sarah outline the essential equipment for hiking and also share some of their favorite optional items to make your experience the most comfortable and enjoyable.

One of Josh and Sarah’s absolute favorite hikes in the entire park, this trail offers abundant wildlife viewing opportunities and some terrific views of waterfalls, alpine lakes, historical structures, and attractive geology. A Glacier National Park classic, a must-hike.

This trail offers an opportunity to hike up and over Howe Ridge to a pretty little lake nestled in among a densely forested cove. This a challenging climb but leads to some less-traveled wooded areas with excellent views of Lake McDonald, the largest lake in Glacier National Park.

This challenging hike ends at a well-positioned active fire lookout with views in every direction into the Bob Marshall Wilderness and Glacier National Park. The trail is a great workout for very fit hikers and is found at the southern tip of the Park.

Josh & Sarah provide a list of enjoyable hikes for families with kids, their favorites in each major area of Glacier National Park, with tips and tricks on how to make the most of your vacation together.

A gem of a hike that traverses from the west side of Glacier National Park to Many Glacier. Summit the peak and visit the picturesque lookout if you’re up for the challenge, and see the Many Glacier valley laid out in all its glory.