Let’s all resolve to go backpacking more this year! This episode keeps our priorities straight: 1- laugh, 2- backpack, 3- everything else. In this light hearted episode, Carrie and Molly tell the story of how they got connected with Highlander, and all about what the backpacking festival is like at Big Bear Lake, California. Carrie provides details on a health issue that almost kept her from hitting the trails last June and provides insight in her journey from sepsis to hitting the trails again. Molly and Carrie discuss specifics on food prep for those interesting in joining them at Highlander Big Bear Lake in 2026. Please help! Send your backpacking meal recipes via comments on this episode, or reach out on our social media channels. We’d love to try your dehydrated creations.

Learn more about Highlander: https://www.highlanderadventure.com/en-us/big-bear-lake

Want to join us in Big Bear Lake, CA? Save the dates June 23-27, 2026 and let’s hit the trail together! For 20% off your registration use the code SISTERS20

Carrie and Molly welcome you to listen to this replay from their Wallowa series, which does indeed require a visit to the emergency department. Join in and hear how it all goes down!

The day begins with big mileage and cruisey trails, but things take a turn when climbing the Matterhorn. The sisters learn how to deal with mental fatigue and assess together when it is better to go on and when it is appropriate to stop. A member of the trio also suffers a medical issue leaving the group to give first aid and work through the issue together. In between there are also some fun stories and laughter!

Molly and Carrie invite you along on a replay of one of their favorite episodes from their “John Muir Trail” series. Travel southbound on the JMT with the sisters as they discuss their chronic tardiness, reminisce on a favorite water source, become inspired for a future hike, meet a trail friend, learn about VVR, and taste a new backpacking meal. We hope you enjoy the energy and laughs as we revisit a day from this epic adventure.