Two Chicks with Hiking Sticks

This episode addresses listener questions about the difference between hiking and walking, encouraging outdoor activity for all fitness levels.

The hosts introduce their podcast and tease an upcoming on-location episode about Andersonville National Historic Site, a historical and cultural site.

This episode explores Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia, discussing its historical significance and cultural importance with a humorous and engaging tone.

This episode introduces Canyonlands National Park, discussing its significance as a major national park and the hosts' mission to highlight lesser-known natural, historical, and cultural sites.

Two hosts share their hiking experience at Pedernales Falls State Park in Texas, describing trails like the Overlook and Hackenberg Loop with tips on using hiking sticks.

Two hosts introduce their podcast about highlighting natural, cultural, and historical places, focusing on Petrified Forest National Park as a top favorite destination.

This episode provides a guide to Yosemite National Park, encouraging listeners to enjoy outdoor experiences regardless of hiking ability.

Two hosts reintroduce their podcast about exploring national parks, monuments, and battlefields, sharing their journey from retirement to creating the show.

This episode discusses the logistical planning required for a trip to Glacier Bay in Alaska, based on the host's experience organizing a 42-day driving trip from Texas.

Two hosts introduce their hiking-focused podcast and briefly mention Pedernales Falls State Park as part of their mission to highlight historically, culturally, or naturally important places.

This episode explores Golden Spike National Historic Park in Utah, focusing on its significance as the site where the Transcontinental Railroad was completed in 1869 and its historical context during the Civil War.

This episode discusses Carlsbad Caverns National Park, covering its size, visitor statistics, and location in a conversational and humorous style.

This episode discusses Vicksburg National Military Park, a significant Civil War battlefield preserved as part of the National Public Service units, comparing it to other military parks like Gettysburg.

Two hosts discuss Hot Springs National Park's low ranking among national parks and compare it to other parks like Gateway Arch.

The hosts introduce a new segment called 'Trail Mix' where they address audience comments and questions from their videos to share insights and information about their travel experiences.

Two hosts discuss Padre Island National Seashore, sharing personal memories of visiting as kids and expressing nostalgia for when it was Malachite Beach before becoming a national site.

Two hosts discuss their personal experiences and travel details about visiting Acoma Pueblo (Sky City) in New Mexico, focusing on its location and accessibility.

This episode explores Fort Union National Monument in New Mexico, discussing its historical significance as a key military post on the Santa Fe Trail and sharing a review of the Fort Union Overlook Trail hike.

Two hosts discuss Canyon De Chelly National Monument, touching on its National Park Service status, public access features like bus service and storefronts, and personal weather anecdotes from South Texas.

Two hosts discuss their hiking adventure at the Cibolo Center for Conservation in Bernie, Texas, including pre-hike preparation and post-hike feasting plans.

This episode introduces Acadia National Park in Maine, discussing its appeal as a travel destination and the hosts' personal connection to visiting parks.

This episode is a trail mix Q&A where the hosts address listener questions about solo hiking precautions and other outdoor topics.

The hosts discuss their upcoming trip to Alaska and introduce Kenai Fjords National Park as a destination they plan to explore.

This episode introduces Chiricahua National Monument in Arizona, explaining its history as a national monument established in 1924 and discussing the differences between national monuments and national parks within the National Park Service system.

This episode introduces Glacier Bay National Park in Alaska, focusing on the experience of visiting it and discussing its location, logistics, and park classifications.

This episode discusses different types of bags for hiking and outdoor activities, including recommendations and personal experiences from the hosts.

This episode discusses Harpers Ferry National Historic Park, covering its establishment as a national monument in 1945 and its significance related to the Civil War.

This episode explores the El Camino Real de los Tejas National Historic Trail, discussing its distinction from other National Park Service trails and why it falls under Forest Service jurisdiction.

Two hosts discuss their on-location visit to Fort Davis National Historic Site and Davis Mountains State Park in West Texas, sharing personal experiences and observations about the area.

This episode explores Gettysburg National Military Park, discussing its significance and the naming conventions used by the National Park Service for historical battlefields.

Two hosts explore Guadalupe River State Park in Texas, hiking the Painted Bunting Loop trail and discussing the park's features and their experience.

This episode discusses Balmorhea State Park and the Chihuahuan Desert Nature Center in Texas, with personal hiking anecdotes about weather preparation.

This episode explores the Cibolo Center for Conservation in Texas Hill Country as an example of how citizens can unite to preserve natural areas near urban centers.

This episode introduces Redwood National Park, explaining its unique combination with state parks and its location in Northwest California.

This episode discusses Devils Tower National Monument in Wyoming, including its appearance in the movie Close Encounters of the Third Kind and brief reflections on indigenous perspectives.

This episode explores Crownridge Canyon Natural Area in San Antonio, detailing its 2-mile hiking trail, geological history including limestone formations and fossils, and prehistoric animal life in the region.

Susan and Monica kick off season two of their podcast, reflecting on season one and giving shout-outs to fans and subscribers.

This episode explores why Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most visited national park in the United States, with hosts discussing its appeal and visitor statistics.

This episode discusses Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado, covering its status as a crown jewel national park, visitor statistics, and the timed entry reservation system implemented to manage crowds.

This episode discusses a fascinating archaeological discovery in Texas where 24 mammoths were found in a ravine, exploring the natural and historical significance of the find.

This episode introduces Great Basin National Park, highlighting its location across five states, its status as one of the least visited national parks, and its appeal for solitude seekers.

This episode discusses the Minidoka National Historic Site, which commemorates the forced relocation and internment of Japanese Americans during World War II.

This episode discusses Big Thicket National Preserve in Texas, exploring its history as the first national preserve and its distinction from other protected areas like national parks and forests.

The hosts introduce a national battlefield park called River Raisin, discussing its unique name and historical significance.

The hosts interview award-winning journalist Joe Giese about her hiking adventures and recovery from a ruptured Achilles tendon.

The hosts introduce themselves and begin discussing Badlands National Park, sharing a personal story about a road trip with sisters.

The hosts thank listeners and promote their podcast about exploring the natural, cultural, and historical world through hiking.

The hosts of Two Chicks with Hiking Sticks introduce their second episode, focusing on the El Camino de San Antonio missions, building on previous discussions about the missions' cultural impact in San Antonio.

Susan and Monica introduce their episode on the San Antonio Missions National Historic Park and World Heritage Center, discussing the National Park Service's 433 units and Monica's personal goal to visit them all.

Susan and Monica introduce their new podcast, Two Chicks with Hiking Sticks, sharing Susan's retirement journey to visit all U.S.