{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Hiking Guide: What to Do if your Get Lost in the Woods","description":"Many of you are familiar with the disappearance of Gerry Largay, trail name Inchworm.   In 2013, Gerry went missing near Stratton Maine on her thru hike of the Appalachian Trail.  After Maine\u2019s most extensive search in their history, she was not found.  In fact, it wasn\u2019t until more than two years later that a surveyor found her remains.  So while you may be familiar with the story as it made international news, you probably don\u2019t know that Gerry was my friend and hiking buddy.   Gerry stepped off the trail to go to the bathroom, and then got disoriented.  Once she found herself lost in the woods, she didn\u2019t know what to do.  Today, if you\u2019ll spare me a few minutes, I\u2019ll teach you what you are supposed to do if YOU get lost in the woods.  This episode is in honor of my friend, Geradine Largay. In honor of Gerry, I produced this episode in hopes that it may help a fellow hiker who gets lost in the woods.  Today, you will learn tips and techniques you can use if you ever find yourself lost in the wilderness.  Please share this message with all of your hiking friends and family! LINKS MENTIONED Backpack Emergency Kit   Hiker\u2019s Guide to Portable Water Treatment Safety Tips for Hiking in Bear Country COMPLETE SHOW NOTES  See important links and get more cool info about today\u2019s show. Get FREE Travel Planners, Checklists and Packing Lists for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!).  Get the monthly newsletter here. CONTACT KIT Resources  RECOMMENDED TOUR COMPANIES ******* EMAIL ME FOR PROMO DISCOUNT CODES***** Saily Affordable eSIM Overseas Mobile Phone Plans - No need to insert a physical SIM card when you travel.  Buy just the data you need to avoid expensive roaming charges.  Use Promo Code SPECIAL5 to save 5% Travel Insurance:  Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy!  The best way to find the right policy for your adventures.  Train For Your Adventure  Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have!  You\u2019ll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success.  Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit.  AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Buy Me a Beer Want to support the program?  You can always buy me a coffee or beer - thanks! Amazon Kit's Picks   Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account.  Even if you don\u2019t purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you\u2019ll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest (C) Active Travel Adventures, LLC - All Rights Reserved   ","author_name":"Active Travel Adventures podcast I Inspiring Multi-Day Adventure Trips Around the World","author_url":"https:\/\/activetraveladventures.com","html":"