Bush & Banter

Author: Jennifer Frederick and Dyana Carmella

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Sam Schild - Hiking 1,200-Miles From Glacier to Olympic: The Pacific Northwest Trail
Episode 103
Thursday, 16 October, 2025

In this episode, Dyana sits down with Triple Crown backpacker Sam Schild, fresh off his 1,200-mile trek along the Pacific Northwest Trail. From crossing Glacier National Park to navigating the Cascade Range, the Idaho Panhandle, and the rugged Selkirks, Sam recounts the journey that eventually led him to the Olympic coast — and the finish line of one of America’s wildest long-distance trails.Together, they dive into it all — the highs, the lows, and everything in between. Sam is a storyteller and adventurer based in the American Southwest, and his reflections capture the raw beauty and challenge of life on the trail.Follow Sam as @sia_lizard on Instagram and TikTok Notable Timestamps7:06 Why the PNT?9:04 Preparation and research10:47 Glacier National Park15:40 The Lions Head Bushwhack & Idaho Panhandle17:38 The Pasayten Wilderness20:29 The North Cascades & Baker Lake24:36 Olympic National Park48:19 Sam's favorite section51:10 Dealing with solitude53:22 Most impactful moment57:15Send us Fan MailWhere to find and support Bush & Banter:Follow Bush & Banter on Instagram: @bushandbanterVisit Bush & Banter's website: www.bushandbanter.comJoin Bush & Banter's Patreon community: patreon.com/bushandbanterE-mail Bush & Banter: bushandbanter@gmail.comFollow Dyana on Instagram: @dyanacarmellaFollow Jennifer on Instagram: @jenfrederick_