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• 012: Gear, Trails, and Tales: Your Hiking Questions

  April and Laura here, back with another episode of Strap Yer Boots! This week, we’re diving into YOUR hiking questions in "Gear, Trails, and Tales." From the best budget-friendly gear to our favorite trail snacks (spoiler: Laura swears by sour tongues), we’re covering it all.We answer the burning questions you sent into us. We’ve got answers—plus a few wild hiking stories along the way. So Strap Yer Boots, grab a snack, and let’s hit the trail together!Don’t forget to follow us and send in your hiking Qs for future episodes. Happy hiking! Instagram @strapyerbootsWebsite strapyerboots.comContact [email protected]

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• 011: Gráinne Mhaol: Ireland’s Fearless Pirate Queen

  Ahoy, history lovers! This week, we set sail into the legendary life of Gráinne O’Malley—pirate, chieftain, and all-around badass. From commanding fleets along the west coast of Ireland to defying English rule (and even having a showdown with Queen Elizabeth I), Gráinne’s story is one of rebellion, resilience, and pure adventure.Join us as we uncover the myths, the battles, and the legacy of Ireland’s most infamous sea queen. Was she a ruthless pirate or a shrewd political leader? And how did she manage to hold her own in a world dominated by men? Strap yer boots and get ready for a tale of high seas and high stakes!Sources:Pirate Trivia Questions and AnswersGranuaile - The Pirate Queen - Unreal Irish Folklore | Podcast on SpotifyThe Pirate Queen Who Ruled The Irish Sea? | Grace O'Malley | Gráinne Ní Mháillehttps://achilltourism.com/experience-achill/places-of-interest/granuailes-tower-kildavnet-achill-island-ireland/https://www.wildernessireland.com/blog/irish-myths-legends-pirate-queen/https://www.theirishplace.com/heritage/grace-omalley-granuaile-legendary-irish-pirate-queen/Instagram @strapyerbootsWebsite strapyerboots.comContact [email protected]

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• 010: Beyond the Summit: James McManus on Everest, Adventure & Earth’s Edge

  In this episode of Strap Yer Boots, we sit down with the legendary James McManus—founder of Earth’s Edge, expedition leader, and all-around thrill-seeker. James attempted to summit Everest without supplementary oxygen, but as we quickly learned, the mountain had other plans.We dive deep into his summit experiences, the mental game of turning back, and what it really takes to lead people through some of the world’s toughest environments. James shares wild stories from the mountains and rivers, the highs and lows of adventure travel, and why failure can sometimes be the best teacher.We also chat about the rise of sustainable adventure tourism, what makes an Earth’s Edge expedition different, and how pushing your limits in the wild can change your life. Whether you’re an aspiring mountaineer, a travel junkie, or just love a good adventure story, this episode is packed with inspiration.So Strap Yer Boots and let’s go beyond the summit.🎧 Tune in now!Instagram @strapyerbootsWebsite strapyerboots.comContact [email protected]

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• 009: Mystics & Mountains: The Strange Cults of Derryveagh

  Deep in the wilds of Donegal, where the Derryveagh Mountains meet the Atlantic’s edge, two enigmatic groups sought refuge—each with their own radical vision of the world.In this episode of Strap Yer Boots, we unravel the eerie legacies of The Screamers, a primal therapy cult that believed emotional freedom could only be achieved through relentless, gut-wrenching screams, and The Silver Sisterhood, a secretive order of women who wove mysticism into their writing, blurring the line between fiction and reality.What drew them to this remote land? Were they visionaries, lost souls, or something more unsettling? And why did both groups vanish, leaving behind only whispers and unanswered questions?Strap yer boots, because we’re heading into the misty mountains of Donegal, where the echoes of the past still linger. 🔥🎧Instagram @strapyerbootsWebsite strapyerboots.comContact [email protected]

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• 008: Petticoat Loose: The Haunting of Knockmealdowns

  Gather round, folklore fiends—this one is a wild ride. This week on Strap Yer Boots, we’re diving into the eerie legend of Petticoat Loose, one of Ireland’s most infamous restless spirits. Was she a wronged woman or a wicked one? A supernatural menace or just a misunderstood soul cursed to wander the Knockmealdown Mountains for eternity?Join us, Laura & April, as we trace the roots of this chilling tale, from whispered stories of a hard-drinking, sharp-tongued woman accused of murder, to the terrifying accounts of her ghost appearing to lost travelers in the dead of night. We’ll explore how Petticoat Loose became a cautionary figure, doomed to roam the Irish landscape—and why her presence is still felt in the shadow of the Knockmealdowns today.So, lace up those boots and step carefully… you never know who (or what) might be watching from the mist.Got a spooky story of your own? Drop us a message on—we love hearing from our fellow folklore fanatics!References for this episode:SilentOwl: Petticoat Loose. The Witch of Baylough.Petticoat Loose | Emerald Isle Irish and Celtic myths, fairy tales and legends The Hazel Tree and Hazelnut | Irish folklore from the Emerald IsleInstagram @strapyerbootsWebsite strapyerboots.comContact [email protected]

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