Conversations, stories and destinations from across the Sierra Nevada.
This weeks feature:
With a new Episode published each Tuesday on Spotify, Apple, Amazon and YouTube, discover more Sierra weekly on your favorite channels. Each week Charlie meets hosts people from around the Sierra to discuss the insights and insider tips from destinations, trips, events and passions of the Sierra.
Past Episodes
Sierra Rec Now Podcast- Episode 14 – Interview with Steven Sashen – Co- Founder of Xero Shoes
March 26, 2024
Sierra Rec Magazine Guest Steven Sashen, shares his passion for outdoor footwear and foot health as Charlie and Steven talk Outdoor Life, where the idea for Xero Shoes came from, New Lines they are introducing in 2024 and how Shark Tank miss might have been the catalyst to the success they are now finding with
Podcast Episode 14 – Interview with Steven Sashen – Founder of XERO Shoes
March 26, 2024
Sierra Rec Now Weekly Podcast Vol 3 Episode 14 This week on the Sierra Rec Now Podcast, we continue our Series ” Out of our minds in the Sierra with special guest Steven Sashen, Co-founder of XERO shoes out of Colorado. Stevens Story and the history/future of XERO shoes is not only inspiring as a
Podcast episode 13 – Out of your Mind in the Sierra with Bass Angler Magazine
March 19, 2024
Sierra Rec Now Podcast today Hosts Mark Lassagne from Bass Angler Magazine for a conversation on Bass fishing in the Sierra Bass Fishing – March 19, 2024 – Sierra Rec Now Podcast- Season 3 – Episode 13 – Today marked a new beginning for us at Sierra Rec. On our 13th episode in the 2024
“Out of my Mind in the Sierra” – Podcast Episode 12
March 12, 2024
Podcast – March 12, 2024 – Sierra Rec Magazine went live today for its 12 episode of “Out of my mind in the Sierra” Podcast. We streamed live on YouTube the entire episode. In todays Podcast we reviewed our upcoming Spring edition which comes out Thursday. Including a shout out to https://www.instagram.com/daddoesadventure/ for the great
Podcast Episode 8 – Family Friendly Places Lake Tahoe
February 13, 2024
Sierra Rec Magazine Shares 9 Great Family Friendly Presidents Day Adventures in Lake Tahoe Calling All Adventure Families: 9 Unforgettable Getaways for President’s Day in Lake Tahoe! Ready to escape the ordinary and create lasting memories with your kids this President’s Day weekend? Forget the crowded slopes – join us on a journey to discover
Sierra Rec Now Weekly Podcast Show
January 16, 2024
January 16, 2024 Sierra Rec Magazines weekly updates and podcast show. Welcome to you wherever you may be this third week of January 2024. In today’s Sierra Rec Now episode, we review the Tragic Avalanche at Palisades Resort last week, where one skier lost his life. Plus, give updates on snow conditions, event changes, and
Sierra Rec Now Weekly Podcast Episode 2 of 2024
January 9, 2024
Join me this week as we discuss the first real snow storm of 2024 ski season, The reservation permit system in Yosemite and our experience on reservation day last week. Viral video moments in the mountains. A backpacking trip to Sequoia National park that we just booked and we share our favorite snowshoe location in
Sierra Rec Now Podcast Season 4 Episode 1
January 2, 2024
Join Sierra Rec Now for an exciting Season 4 Episode 1 as Publisher Charlie Pankey unveils the podcast’s 2024 goals, shares thrilling adventure excursions in Calaveras County, and emphasizes the importance of January 5th, 2024, for your Yosemite National Park plans. Tune in to this 20-minute jam-packed episode to unlock new Sierra experiences and make the most of your adventures in 2024!”
Sierra Rec Magazine Featured on “Catch Us In Sierra” Podcast
February 17, 2023
Carson Valley NV – February 17, 2023 – This past week Sierra Rec magazine was featured on the Catch us in the Sierra Podcast featuring an interview with publisher Charlie Pankey. Discussions on our favorite Sierra destinations, stories of living in the Sierra and so much more. The host of Catch us in the Sierra
New “Catch Us In the Sierra” Podcast Features Sierra Slammers
February 9, 2023
Mike Rigney, a CO. Owner of Sierra Slammers featured with Winter fishing in the Eastern Sierra advice. Crowley Lake – February 9, 2023 – Back in September 2022, I was contacted by a gentleman that was very excited about his new business in the Eastern Sierra. Him and his friend who together have over 60
Spotify Podcast Sierra REC Now
March 15, 2019
We are excited to bring you a new voice in outdoor recreation and digital Podcasts. Sierra Rec Now is a developing concept of Interviews, Thoughts, recommendations and general “Whats Up in the Sierra” moments brought to you from the team at Sierra REC! Do you have a story to tell? Seeking guests for 2020 as
Why the Mountains Keep Calling Her Back | Lisa Michelle on Sierra Backpacking
August 20, 2026
After foot surgery kept author and Sierra explorer Lisa Michelle away from the trail for nearly three months, returning to Sierra Nevada backpacking gave her a new appreciation for every hike—and a new idea for helping other women experience the mountains. Lisa returns to the Sierra Rec Now Podcast to talk with Charlie Pankey about
Backpacking Rae Lakes: A Sierra Journey Over Kearsarge Pass
August 11, 2026
Some places are almost impossible to explain until you’ve stood in them. Juan Veruete calls the Sierra Nevada his “million-word places”—landscapes where even the best photograph never quite captures the scale of what’s in front of you. In this conversation, Juan joins the Sierra Rec Now Podcast to talk about a backpacking life shaped by
12 Sierra Experiences I Hope to Share With My Grandkids
August 4, 2026
Editor’s Note Some conversations begin with a question. Others begin with a moment that stays with you long after the weekend is over. Last weekend, my wife and I took our one-year-old grandson on his very first camping trip. Like most grandparents, we spent the weekend watching him discover things many of us stopped noticing
How to Plan a Better Sierra Weekend | Base Camps, Hidden Gems & Avoiding the Crowds
July 28, 2026
Why Planning Like a Local Changes Everything A few years ago I was invited to Mammoth Lakes for the opening weekend of trout season. The group was made up of friends from Los Angeles who had been making the trip together for years. Fishing was the reason everyone came to the Eastern Sierra, but it
You Can Leave the Sierra… But It Never Leaves You
July 21, 2026
Why do so many of us leave the mountains… only to spend the rest of our lives finding our way back? Raised in Portola in California’s Sierra Valley, Rocci Twitchell grew up fishing alpine lakes, riding horses through Mohawk Valley, exploring the Sierra Buttes, and spending weekends around Yuba Pass, Packer Lake, Gold Lake, and
3 Things Search & Rescue Teams Wish Every Hiker Knew
July 14, 2026
Search & Rescue Volunteers Need Your Help | How One Simple Donation Could Save a Life Episode Introduction Every hike begins with the hope of reaching the summit, discovering a hidden alpine lake, or simply enjoying another day in the mountains. But when an accident happens miles from the trailhead, a dedicated team of Search
Hidden Sierra Nevada Adventures | Owens Valley Hiking, Kearsarge Pass & Off-Roading
July 7, 2026
Hidden Sierra Nevada Adventures: Exploring Owens Valley Beyond the Guidebooks July 7, 2026 • Charlie Pankey Most visitors experience Owens Valley from Highway 395. They stop in Bishop for lunch, drive through Lone Pine, admire Mount Whitney from the road, and continue north toward Mammoth Lakes. But according to photographer, backpacker, mountain biker, and off-road
Explore Siskiyou County: 89 Alpine Lakes, Mount Shasta & Northern California’s Best Kept Secret
June 30, 2026
If you’ve only driven through Siskiyou County on Interstate 5, you’ve barely scratched the surface. In this episode of the Sierra Rec Now Podcast, Charlie sits down with AJ Brown from Discover Siskiyou to explore one of California’s most overlooked outdoor destinations. From the iconic slopes of Mount Shasta to 89 alpine lakes, hidden waterfalls,
Discover Shaver Lake & Huntington Lake: Trails, Hiking, Fishing, Cycling & Summer Adventures in California’s Sierra
June 23, 2026
What makes Shaver Lake one of California’s most underrated mountain destinations? In this episode of Sierra Rec Now, Charlie sits down with Lindsey Chargin and Michelle McGee from the Shaver Lake community to explore one of the Sierra Nevada’s most diverse outdoor recreation hubs. From boating, fishing, and sailing on Shaver Lake and Huntington Lake
- Camping with kids doesn't require the perfect RV, expensive outdoor gear or a perfectly planned family adventure. Sometimes it starts with a borrowed tent, a […]
- Courtney Rosiak-Quinto set out on her first solo thru-hike, following the 174-mile Tahoe Rim Trail around Lake Tahoe through high-elevation terrain, long water carries, unexpected […]
- Richard Campbell spent decades exploring the world by foot, bicycle, ski and boat before turning that life outside into 10Adventures, a global platform for guided […]
- What if becoming better outdoors isn't about going farther—but learning to see more?Wildlife photographer and author Larry Laverty has spent a lifetime doing exactly that. […]
- How Sawyer Became an Outdoor Essential | Founder Kurt AverySawyer Products is one of the most trusted names in backpacking water filtration—but that's not where […]
- After foot surgery kept author and Sierra explorer Lisa Michelle away from the trail for nearly three months, returning to Sierra Nevada backpacking gave her […]
- Some places are almost impossible to explain until you’ve stood in them. Juan Veruete calls the Sierra Nevada “million-word places”—landscapes where even the best photograph […]
- It's hard to believe our grandson is already a year old.Last weekend, we took him on his very first camping trip. We weren't sure how […]
- Planning a Sierra Nevada trip isn't about finding the most famous destination—it's about building a better weekend.In this solo episode, Charlie shares the planning framework […]
- Why do so many of us leave the mountains… only to spend the rest of our lives finding our way back?Raised in Portola in California's […]
- Search & Rescue Volunteers Need Your Help | How One Simple Donation Could Save a LifeEvery year, Search & Rescue volunteers head into the mountains […]
- Discover why people keep returning to the **Sierra Nevada** and how a lifetime of exploring creates a deeper connection with the mountains. In this episode […]
- If you've only driven through Siskiyou County on Interstate 5, you've barely scratched the surface.In this episode of the Sierra Rec Now Podcast, Charlie sits […]
- What makes Shaver Lake one of California's most underrated mountain destinations?In this episode of Sierra Rec Now, Charlie sits down with Lindsey Chargin and Michelle […]
- What is it about the mountains that keeps calling us back?In this episode of Sierra Rec Now, Charlie Pankey sits down with backpacker, fly fisherman, […]
- This week on Sierra Rec Now, Charlie Pankey travels into the heart of California's Sierra National Forest to uncover the story of the Jesse Ross […]
- What happens when you trade crowded viewpoints for remote lakes, star-filled skies, and unforgettable nights in the wilderness?In this episode of Sierra Rec Now, Charlie […]
- For more than 50 years, one of California's most unique mountain traditions has been quietly bringing families, musicians, campers, and outdoor travelers together in the […]
- Tioga Pass is finally opening for the season, reopening one of the most incredible drives into Yosemite National Park and the Sierra Nevada High Country.But […]
- Every spring, when Ebbetts Pass opens for the season, Charlie Pankey feels the pull to go.For nearly a decade, opening weekend on Highway 4 has […]
🎙️ Welcome to Sierra Soundscapes: Your Gateway to Discovering more Sierra Adventures!
🏞️ Discover the Diversity of Sierra Soundscapes:
At Sierra Rec Now Podcast, we pride ourselves on offering a diverse range of podcasts that cater to every adventurer’s taste. As we step into 2024, our podcast series has evolved to cover an array of thrilling topics, ensuring there’s something for every Sierra enthusiast.
🥾 Hiking in the Sierra: Lace up your boots and join us on the trails through our “Hiking in the Sierra” series. From expert tips to immersive trail tales, this podcast is your companion for exploring the Sierra one step at a time.
🌲 Sierra Rec Now: Stay updated on the latest and greatest in Sierra recreation with “Sierra Rec Now.” Dive into engaging episodes, insightful guides, and expert advice, guiding you to the heart of the Sierra’s outdoor wonders.
🤔 Out of My Mind in the Sierra: Embrace spontaneity and join the ramblings of a Sierra explorer with “Out of My Mind in the Sierra.” Unfiltered, unpredictable, and always entertaining, this series captures the joy of embracing the unexpected.
🎒 Backpacking the Sierra: For those who seek adventure beyond the beaten path, “Backpacking the Sierra” is your passport to uncharted territories. Let our podcast be your guide to epic backpacking tales and expert advice.
⛺ Base Camp Sierra Exploration: Transform your vacations into unforgettable experiences with “Base Camp Sierra Exploration.” From lodging insights to small town treasures, this series unveils the perfect base camps for your Sierra getaways.
🌐 Experience the Sierra, Episode by Episode:
Whether you’re a seasoned adventurer or a newcomer to Sierra exploration, our podcast categories cater to all levels of interest and expertise. Each episode is a portal to a new facet of Sierra beauty, offering insights, stories, and insider knowledge that bring the region to life.
🎧 Tune In, Explore, Connect:
Sierra Soundscapes is more than just a collection of podcasts – it’s a community of kindred spirits passionate about the Sierra. Join us in celebrating the diversity of this incredible region, one episode at a time. Tune in, explore the Sierra, and connect with fellow enthusiasts who share your love for adventure and discovery.
Ready to dive into the symphony of the Sierra ? Explore our podcast categories, choose your adventure, and let the Sierra captivate your senses. Welcome to the ultimate auditory gateway to the Sierra – where every episode is a journey waiting to unfold! 🏞️🎧🌲
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