Episode 239 - Backcountry Hiking with Braille Mountain Initiative
In this episode Shawn sits down with Mark and Graham from Braille Mountain Initiative to explore what it really takes to go backcountry hiking when you’re blind and low vision. They share how blind and partially sighted adventurers tackle 40-pound packs, rocky trails, basecamp life, bear safety, and the mental game of doing something that feels “impossible.” If you’ve ever wondered whether serious hiking or even backcountry skiing is possible without full sight, this conversation shows why the backcountry isn’t off-limits—it’s waiting for you!
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