Originally aired Sept. 6, 2021. Read about Jacob’s recent attempt to ski to the South Pole: https://outdoors.com/almost-history-inside-a-failed-polar-expedition/Jacob Myers thru-hiked the Arizona Trail early this year and is joining us today to tell us all about it! Not only was the desert vastly different from the lush, rainforest-like Appalachian Mountains he grew up in, but it was one of the driest summers on record in Arizona, making the adjustment even more challenging. He dealt with sun poisoning, lack of water, and extreme heat. His next adventure will be quite literally on the opposite end of the spectrum...crossing glaciers in Norway. Learn more about Jacob: www.ValhallaHikes.com Jacob’s Instagram: @vertboyvalOur Sponsors:* Check out Shopify and use my code asp for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com/* Check out Tecovas and use my code ADVENTURE for a great deal: http://www.tecovas.com* Check out The Wonderful Company: https://www.wonderfulpistachios.com/* Listen to NerdWallet’s Smart Money podcast on your favorite podcast app. “Future You” will thank you.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ep. 1003: Thru-Hiking the Arizona Trail - Revisited - Jacob “Valhalla” Myers

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