Busted Knees and Pretty Trees

Busted Knees and Pretty Trees

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The podcast for folks who live and breathe the outdoors! We dive into hiking, birding, backpacking, conservation, hunting, fishing and the gear that makes it happen! Including guests who share their stories, laughs and their passion for the outdoors!

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New to birding? Welcome to the flock! As we learn and grow together in this wonderful hobby, let’s do our part to keep birds safe and birding ethical. Take a few minutes to check out the @aba.org Code of Birding Ethics. Happy birding! #Birding #BirdEthics share.google/nnYFTWm9T9vx...

share.googleABA Code of Birding Ethics - American Birding AssociationThis widely admired set of easily understood guidelines encourages all birders to practice and promote respectful, enjoyable, and thoughtful birding.
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Putting this one in the ol back pocket!

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Bryce Canyon National Park’s Under-the-Rim Trail is a 23-mile point-to-point route that exposes hikers to a side of canyon country few get to experience.

bit.lyDitch the Grand Canyon's Rim-to-Rim Trail for This Uncrowded Desert AlternativeBryce Canyon National Park’s Under-the-Rim Trail is a 23-mile point-to-point route that exposes hikers to a side of canyon country few get to experience.
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Super psyched to have chatted with Frank!

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The ABA's marketing and communications manager Frank Izaguirre recently joined the Busted Knees and Pretty Trees podcast to talk about birding, conservation, and the birding community. Listen here: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e...

podcasts.apple.comEp. 101 - More Than a Life List: Frank Izaguirre on Birding, Conservation & the American Birding AssociationPodcast Episode · Busted Knees & Pretty Trees · October 21 · 1h 8m
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Your homie Paddy held the 7th annual Gordon Richardson Memorial Charity Golf Outing a couple weeks ago! Friends and family all out golfing to help out our fellow community members! Tons of fun with an awesome bunch of people!

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Holy crap! America has a new national park and that is fine by us! Woop woop! Chiricahua National Monument Becomes America’s Newest National Park www.doi.gov/pressrelease...

doi.govChiricahua National Monument Becomes America’s Newest National Park | U.S. Department of the InteriorChiricahua National Monument is now Chiricahua National Park, following President Donald J. Trump's signing of the Chiricahua National Park Act into law on October 20. The redesignation recognizes the...
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A little sneak peek from our conversation with communications and marketing manager Frank Izaguirre from @aba.org. Birding ethics, social media, and the growth of digital birding are all on the docket for this convo! Full episode drops on Wednesday! #birds #birding #birdersofbluesky #birdwatching

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Busted Knees and Pretty Trees is back on the trail, and this week we’re talking all things achievements in the world of thru-hiking! From record-setting journeys to incredible firsts, we’re celebrating the people who’ve pushed the limits of what’s possible on the trail. Go ahead a take a peek!

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Leave No Trace is more than just a set of principles—it’s a way to protect the places we love. From planning ahead to respecting wildlife, the LNT website is packed with resources to help you adventure responsibly. #KeepOnSauntering 7 Principles | Leave No Trace share.google/suY0J2Kt5Yh8...

share.google7 Principles | Leave No TraceThe 7 Principles The 7 Principles of Leave No Trace© are the foundation of everything we teach. Whether you’re headed outside for the first time or you’ve been doing this for years, they give you a si...

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Brad Grear
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Today’s #BirdoftheDay is #BestofJuly and here is a Ruby-Throated Hummingbird that I got on the last day of July. #birds #birding #birdphotography #naturephotography #hummingbird #nature #outdoors

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Wednesday morning, we're honored to welcome Bill Wade, Executive Director of the Association of National Park Rangers, to the podcast! The history and future of our national parks to the people who protect them, this conversation covers a lot of ground. Trust us, this is one you won't want to miss.

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This week all the boys were in studio celebrating the final campfire of season 9! As we love to do, Paddy brought the heat with a little trivia and it may or may not have gotten a little ummm.... raunchy if you will! But fuck it right! Here's a peek! #podcast #gamenight #trivia #nature

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Last weeks episode was so farting good yall! Chris Bradley from Hoosier Hikers Council graced us with his presence and we also got this little nugget of gold from Travey! Take a listen, the go listen to the whole ep if you havent already! Also, what do you choose, boots or trail shoes?!

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Historic Fort Wayne/The Old Fort
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Volunteers were out at the Fort today spraying the preservative on the Enlisted Quarters today. It's amazing how quickly it has an ageing effect on the appearance of the wood.Thanks to everyone helping us preserve the Old Fort for future generations. #FortWayne #KeepTheFortInFortWayne #TheOldFort

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An important milestone has been reached! The international community has now officially preserved and conserved 10.01% of the world's oceans! Pretty fartin cool if ya ask Paddy! iucn.org/press-releas...

iucn.orgWorld reaches milestone for nature: 10% of ocean now officially protectedCambridge, UK, 1 April 2026 – The international community has reached an important global milestone, with 10.01% of the ocean now officially designated within protected and conserved areas.