S11 - Episode #02 - Oats
S11 - Episode #02 - Oats  
Podcast: Hikes and Mics Podcast
Published On: Mon Jun 30 2025
Description: Send us a text🥾 3,000 Miles, One Husky, and a Whole Lot of Oatmeal: Trail Life with Oats 🌲🐾In this episode of Hikes & Mics, we’re joined by Oats—long-distance hiker, community builder, and the vibrant personality behind @oatshikes. With over 3,000 miles under her boots across trails like the Appalachian Trail, Colorado Trail, Appalachian High Route, and the Pinhoti Trail, Oats brings a wealth of experience and heart to every step.We talk about her roots in Asheville’s outdoor youth programs, the bond she shares with her trail dog Thru Dog, and the emotional return home after a devastating hurricane. Oats also shares her love of Pop-Tarts, her go-to gear tips (yes to hiking umbrellas and camp booties!), and the meaningful work she’s doing with Sawyer Products to give back to the trail community.🎙️ Tune in for trail-tested wisdom, big laughs, and a celebration of resilience, community, and dry oatmeal.Episode Links:Oats Hikes WebsiteOats Posts on The TrekSawyer WebsitePinhoti Experience FoundationRebuild Hot SpringsBeLoved AshevilleFollow us on Instagram, @HikesandmicsThis episode's music was created by Ketsa, follow him on Instagram @Ketsamusic AllTrails+I'm excited to share that I’m now a Trailheads Ambassador for AllTrails+! If you love exploring the outdoors, AllTrails+ is your ultimate adventure companion. Get offline maps, real-time wrong-turn alerts, and trail previews to help you hike smarter and safer. Plus, with 3D maps and deeper trail insights, planning your next trek has never been easier. Try AllTrails+ free for 7 days, and when you sign up using my referral link, you’ll get 30% off your AllTrails+ membership! Sign up here: AllTrails+ (promo is only redeemable via web and not the app) Ursa Minor Outfitters - Inspired by the outdoors, Created by local artists Go check them at www.ursaminoroutfitters.com and don’t forget to enter the promo code HikesMics10 at checkout to receive 10% off your order.