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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

New episode drops tomorrow! @primetimehiker.bsky.social joins me to talk backpacking, thru-hiking, trail life, gear, what it's like being a woman on trail, and how she's inspiring thousands to start their own adventure! Don't miss it! #backpacking #thruhiking #sectionhiking #outdoors #nature

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Just a reminder to go give the latest Busted Knees & Pretty Trees a listen! We’re talking some of the wildest, most impressive achievements in the world of thru-hiking. If you haven’t listened yet, what are you waiting for? LINK BELOW! open.spotify.com/episode/6tuZ...

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Ep. 97 - Big Miles, Big Mountains, Big Damn Achievements

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

3 days, 2 nights on the Pere Marquette River is really, really good for the soul! #kayaking #michigan #outdoors #nature #bustedpretty www.capcut.com/tv2/ZP8TCgsn6/

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Busted Knees and Pretty Trees is back on the trail, and this week we’re talking all things achievements in the world of thru-hiking! From record-setting journeys to incredible firsts, we’re celebrating the people who’ve pushed the limits of what’s possible on the trail. Go ahead a take a peek!

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Leave No Trace is more than just a set of principles—it’s a way to protect the places we love. From planning ahead to respecting wildlife, the LNT website is packed with resources to help you adventure responsibly. #KeepOnSauntering 7 Principles | Leave No Trace share.google/suY0J2Kt5Yh8...

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7 Principles | Leave No Trace

The 7 Principles The 7 Principles of Leave No Trace© are the foundation of everything we teach. Whether you’re headed outside for the first time or you’ve been doing this for years, they give you a si...

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

We’re joined by Jeanelle Soland & Rob Pelton, the traveling team for Leave No Trace & Subaru! We talk trails, travel, conservation, and the 7 Principles of Leave No Trace. Tune in, learn a little, laugh a lot, and Keep on Sauntering! open.spotify.com/episode/0odV...

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Ep. 96 - Leave No Trace: On the Road with Jeanelle Soland & Rob Pelton

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

Here's the sign you were looking for to listen to the latest episode of the Busted Knees and Pretty Trees Podcast! Bradley R and Travey J ham it up, covering many different topics from the outdoors! Plus, in studio was famed fact checker Debbie Hawthorne! open.spotify.com/episode/1OPS...

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Ep. 95 - Brad Goes to the Carolinas, Hal Coffel Strikes Again & Other Things!

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Chaddy Fitzpaddy is back on the pod to ham it up with guys and sometimes talk about what it takes to road trip, camp, hike and... of course bird with a family of 5 in toe! CHECK OUT THE EPISODE BELOW! open.spotify.com/episode/6PAc...

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Ep. 94 - Third Time's the Trail: Chaddy Fitzpaddy's Family Adventure Out West

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Brad Grear @bradgr.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

Today’s #BirdoftheDay is #BestofJuly and here is a Ruby-Throated Hummingbird that I got on the last day of July. #birds #birding #birdphotography #naturephotography #hummingbird #nature #outdoors

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

Beautiful rainy morning sauntering at #lindenwoodnaturepreserve is great for the soul! #nature #outdoors #hike #bustedpretty #localparks www.capcut.com/tv2/ZP8ndQder/

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

Interested in becoming a member of the Association of National Parks Rangers? Many perks for different membership levels and you money is going to help advocate and support the national park service! Association of National Park Rangers | ANPR share.google/CCXAofg6y4tO...

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Hiking with Bazzy and Travey, Paddy feeling very good! Anyone else feeling very good today?! www.capcut.com/tv2/ZP8t77JuC/

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Mr. Bill Wade from the Association of National Parks Rangers joined the pod! This dude has quite the resume and it would be a great use of your time to take a listen! Hell, the episode is right down there! Just go ahead! open.spotify.com/episode/24wf...

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Ep. 93 - Protecting America's Treasures: Bill Wade and the Future of Our National Parks

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Wednesday morning, we're honored to welcome Bill Wade, Executive Director of the Association of National Park Rangers, to the podcast! The history and future of our national parks to the people who protect them, this conversation covers a lot of ground. Trust us, this is one you won't want to miss.

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

We are working on getting new and fresh content out! Thank you Bazzy for your help in getting some good shots! A Downy at the end of the trail was a nice surprise! www.capcut.com/tv2/ZP8tVhpvo/

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

Planning an extended trip down that much desired trail, but still unsure of how to do the bathrooming and pampering out in the wild? Well, this link below might just help a bit! open.spotify.com/episode/1Uol...

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Ep: 92 - The Dirty Truth About Staying Clean Outdoors

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

Short hike, great birding! The Willow Flycatcher yall! #birds #birding #nature #pokagonstatepark #outdoors www.capcut.com/tv2/ZP8t9bjPV/

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Ol Bradley R and Travey J decided to take a little birdin excursion this past week! Kingfisher, Pheobe, Flycatcher... who knows! These dudes are having fun though! #birds #buddies #birding #nature #outdoors #indiana

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

This week we're talking pee, poop, and pampering—everything you need to know about answering nature's call, staying clean when there's no shower in sight, and keeping yourself comfortable miles from civilization! Heres a sneak peek!

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

This week all the boys were in studio celebrating the final campfire of season 9! As we love to do, Paddy brought the heat with a little trivia and it may or may not have gotten a little ummm.... raunchy if you will! But fuck it right! Here's a peek! #podcast #gamenight #trivia #nature

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Austria and its fucking birds were sooooo gnarly! Get there, take bird photos and remember, no matter where you may find yourself in the world, always be birding!

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

Full episode right here! Summer hiking gear, binoculars, canoeing and more! If you want, take a listen! open.spotify.com/episode/6pz9...

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Ep. 89 - Two in the Bush w/ Brad and Travis

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Travey J, Bradley R. and Walt took the wheel for this weeks episode! Horseshoe crabs, summer gear, bins and cameras galore! Here's a peek! #podcasts #binoculars #hikinggear #outdoors #horseshoecrabs

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Paddy and his family just got back from the country of Austria and these photos look like it is awesome! More to come im sure, but them mountains are calling and we must go! www.capcut.com/tv2/ZP8GD6f5M/

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Last weeks episode was so farting good yall! Chris Bradley from Hoosier Hikers Council graced us with his presence and we also got this little nugget of gold from Travey! Take a listen, the go listen to the whole ep if you havent already! Also, what do you choose, boots or trail shoes?!

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Historic Fort Wayne/The Old Fort @historicfortwayne.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

Volunteers were out at the Fort today spraying the preservative on the Enlisted Quarters today. It's amazing how quickly it has an ageing effect on the appearance of the wood.Thanks to everyone helping us preserve the Old Fort for future generations. #FortWayne #KeepTheFortInFortWayne #TheOldFort

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

This week we have Chris Bradley from Hoosier Hikers Council on the pod! If you've ever wondering how the trail got their, why it goes around this tree and not that, or how the trail stays so pretty, this is the episode for ya! #backpacking #hiking #indiana open.spotify.com/episode/3zoy...

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Ep. 88 - The People Behind the Path w/ Chris Bradley and the Hoosier Hikers Council

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Paddy may have them busted knees, but them jukes ain't missing! www.capcut.com/template-det...

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Come hang out with us in the studio! We are having the kind of fun that, some might say, is fitting of a Grear! #podcast #podcastlife #bustedpretty #bustedkneesandprettytrees #gamenight www.capcut.com/tv2/ZP8sGYqA1/

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

People everywhere! You really should listen to this episode of @bustedpretty.bsky.social Ms. Kearstin Whitcomb finally crashed the studio for a great night of trivia hosted by @bradgr.bsky.social! Also, for shits sake, let us know how you did! open.spotify.com/episode/2kLx...

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Ep. 87 - Survival of the Smartest: Trivia Night with Kearstin Whitcomb!

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Our beloved Kearstin Whitcomb finally returns to the mic as Brad hosts a chaotic night of animal trivia. Bad answers, questionable wildlife knowledge, and plenty of laughs await. A little sneek peak right here! #Nature #TriviaNight

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

In 1973 the ESA or Endangered Species Act was enacted, helping hundreds of species to bounce back from the brink of extinction. The ESA has quite a history, you may want to read about it! www.nationalparkstraveler.org/2026/05/esa-...

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ESA Success Stories: Survival Of The Protected

Since its creation in 1973, the Endangered Species Act has prevented the extinction of 99 percent of listed species.

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Back in the dungeon studio rippin a new episode for yall! @kearstinwhit found her way on the mic and we couldn't be more jazzed! Rock and roll, the fellowship is back AND THAT IS SICK😉! New Episode drops every Wednesday.

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Oh hey! And ahoy there! This weeks episode dropped and it is a good one! Conservation wins from Bradley and Paddy, and Travey gives us a little insight into Colonel Lieber! You dont know Colonel Lieber, well tune in below and find out! open.spotify.com/episode/4yD9...

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Ep. 86 - Good News from the Wild: Conservation & Colonel Lieber

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Geesh, they are making a damned good point! Be safe out there fellow travelers!

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

On our next episode, Brad and Paddy discuss why conservation matters—protecting natural spaces and the wildlife that dwell within them. Plus, Travey J highlights an Indiana legend, Colonel Richard Lieber, whose vision helped shape Indiana’s state parks. #Conservation #Indiana

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Just another mushroom monday! Sang in the voice of the great Susanna Hoffs!

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

Did you miss our wonderful conversation with the Indiana DNRs Urban Wildlife Biologist Jessica Merkling?! Well dont worry, we have the episode right here! open.spotify.com/episode/7MXU...

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Ep. 85 - Sharing Space with Nature: A Conversation with Urban Wildlife Biologist Jessica Merkling

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Have yall seen this story!? These black bears are getting hip to the game of cheap and easy meals! Kinda scary, albeit kinda impressive! fox8.com/news/aggress...

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Aggressive bears close trails at Great Smoky Mountains National Park

“Aggressive bear activity” has closed several trails in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees @bustedpretty.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Dudes and Dudettes! What happens when wildlife and city life collide? We sat down with urban wildlife biologist Jessica Merkling to talk nuisance animals, coexistence, and what it's really like managing wildlife in our communities. Here's a sneak peek!

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