Casual Climbers: Unfit Hikers in the Carolinas
Podcast by two middle-aged, beginner hikers who travel upstate South Carolina and western North Carolina providing reviews, tips, tricks, and real information about the many hiking trails in the region. We cater to new hikers, people in less-than-perfect shape (like us), and those just looking for accurate information on difficulty, length, scenery, and experiences. This is a fun take designed to help inexperienced adventurers get outdoors.
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Episodes
Monday Jan 29, 2024
Monday Jan 29, 2024
In our final episode in the Paris Mountain State Parks trail series, we review the park's flagship trail. We also introduce two new segments: Fun Facts and Product Reviews. In this week's Fun Facts, we discuss the hilarious story of Richard Pearis, the park's namesake. Donna and Roy review their trekking poles, and help new hikers understand what to look for when buying them.
Monday Jan 22, 2024
Monday Jan 22, 2024
This week, we cover the tough Brissy Ridge and Pipsissewa trails. Overall, not our favorites, but there are some real highlights. Also, Donna rats out Roy for putting forest stuff in his mouth!
Monday Jan 15, 2024
Monday Jan 15, 2024
This week, we cover the Kanuga and North Lake Loop trails - 6.65 miles of feel-the-burn outdoor fun. This is one you won't want to miss while at the park!
Monday Jan 08, 2024
Monday Jan 08, 2024
In this episode, we detail two break-a-sweat hikes for beginners at Paris Mountain State Park: Sassafras Loop trail and the Sulpher-Springs/Firetower/Kanuga Loop trail. Designed for beginner hikers or out-of-shape middle-agers like us, this podcast will provide useful info on the difficulty of the hikes (the REAL difficulty), completion times, and tips for brand new hikers. Website: casualclimbers.podbean.com
Monday Jan 01, 2024
Monday Jan 01, 2024
In this episode, we detail the two more easy hikes for beginners at Paris Mountain State Park: Mountain Creek Trail and Mountain Lake via Sulpher Springs. Designed for beginner hikers or out-of-shape middle-agers like us, this podcast will provide useful info on the difficulty of the hikes (the REAL difficulty), completion times, and tips for brand new hikers. Website: casualclimbers.podbean.com
Monday Dec 25, 2023
Monday Dec 25, 2023
In our inaugural episode, we detail the two easiest hikes for beginners at Paris Mountain State Park in Greenville, SC. Designed for beginner hikers or out-of-shape middle-agers like us, this podcast will provide useful info on the difficulty of the hikes (the REAL difficulty), completion times, and tips for brand new hikers.
About Us
Roy and Donna Padrick are Floridians who transported to upstate South Carolina and have fallen in love with the mountains and hiking. We are by no means experts nor are we in top shape, but we love the outdoors, hunting for that perfect waterfall, and sharing our experiences with others. We hope you find our podcast fun and informative and see us out on the trails!
Contact us by email here: casualclimberspodcast@gmail.com