#76 - Pack No Fears with Frans Diepstraten

Text the show!Frans emailed me detailing his experience on a trail run in the mountains.  In years past, he would have brought a mountain of gear “just in case,” but this time, he packed only what he needed to move more quickly and cover more ground.  From this experience, Frans began to realize the difference between too much gear and too little.In this episode, we discuss what can be achieved by bringing only the essentials and Frans’ journey in backpacking.Lot’s of great stuff to think about in this one!Show Notes and LinksIntroduction to FransThoughts on public lands having come from the Netherlands to CanadaThe learning curve of backcountry huntingWhat kept Frans going back after having a less-than-ideal experienceReducing pack weight and living simply in the backcountryFrans’ thoughts after an experience on a recent day tripThe great debate about how much gear to bring and whenOn mental awareness in the backcountryExploring various gear load-outsWhat opportunities exist when you reduce pack weightThoughts on using emergency beaconsMoving forward in future backcountry endeavorsHow the hunting mindset has impacted other outdoor activities and adventuresHow to follow up with Frans http://www.crooked-arrow.com/https://www.instagram.com/_crookedarrow/Support the Show.Thanks for listening! Check out the links below to learn more, connect, and support the show. www.byland.co Join the newsletter Beginner backpacking course Support the show emory@byland.co