Uploaded June 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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In Episode 27 of the Hike Files Podcast, host Kurt Zitzelman discusses a recent backpacking trip to the Black Forest Trail in Pennsylvania's Algerine Wild Area, sharing experiences from both a July 2023 and November 2021 journey. He also addresses a comment received on his YouTube channel, emphasizing the importance of positivity and support within the outdoor community. Kurt reflects on his approach to handling negative feedback and invites others to engage constructively, whilst recounting memorable moments from his hiking adventures.








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Videos




• BFT: North Loop Part 1: youtu.be/w_lYc-NRphc?si=ICqu5kcncSsrcujl


• BFT: North Loop Part 2: youtu.be/aVX_kHNSAVA?si=h0DK17Egk2IbP8oI


• BFT: Algerine Wild Area: youtu.be/gSvUfVCMOos?si=e282TDTB2phpojmV









Music



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00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview



00:12 Change of Plans: No Interviews



00:45 The YouTube Comment Incident



02:01 Revisiting the Black Forest Trail



07:34 The Loudest Camp Neighbors Ever



12:55 Responding to the Comment



23:44 Final Thoughts and Call to Action













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