Listen "New Year's Resolutions"
Episode Synopsis
Kick off the year with intention, curiosity, and a little trail dust on this episode of the Shawn & Mike Take A Hike podcast. As the calendar turns to a new year, Shawn and Mike take a relaxed, judgment-free look at New Year’s resolutions through the lens of hiking and backpacking, focusing less on pressure and perfection and more on building habits that actually stick.In this episode, we explore realistic and approachable hiking resolutions for beginners and seasoned outdoor enthusiasts alike. From committing to more day hikes, to learning new outdoor skills, upgrading gear slowly, or simply spending more time outside, Shawn and Mike discuss ways to make hiking goals feel achievable instead of overwhelming. They also touch on the idea that a “resolution” doesn’t have to mean drastic change - it can be as simple as getting outside a little more often or trying something new at your own pace.Whether you’re brand new to hiking, easing back into the outdoors after time away, or looking for inspiration to shape your year around nature, this episode offers encouragement, perspective, and plenty of relatable honesty. Lace up your boots, set your own definition of success, and start the year one step at a time with Shawn & Mike Take A Hike.
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