Overlanding The Poles, New Rules On Everest & The Plans For Our Public Lands

Today Colin and outdoor journalist and author Shawnté Salabert run through the following recent stories that have come out of the outdoor adventure community:

• Aspiring Mt. Everest climbers will now have to climb another 7,000m peak in Nepal before attempting the world's highest mountain. Progress? (05:20)
• A team has successfully completed an expedition to drive to both the North and South Pole. The only question that no one can answer is, "why?" (07:30)
• Researchers at Ohio State University have created solar powered insoles that can help protect your health. Colin & Shawnté are dubious. (11:47)
• Yosemite has finally launched their 2025 reservation system. Book at your own peril. (17:35)
• Last Friday the Trump administration released their budget guidelines for 2026 which include some major upheavals for our National Park Service. Get ready to protest everyone. (26:13)
• For The Parting Shot Colin finally reviews the Lems Switchback. (39:29)

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