Welcome to episode 77 of the first 40 miles.

If you're new to backpacking, or if you're hopelessly in love with someone who wants you to

love backpacking, then this podcast is for you.

You're a pro with this. Thanks. We'll talk about the essentials, how to

lighten your load, and how to make the most of your time on the trail. I'm your

host Josh Legler. And I'm just along for the ride today. I'm Heather

Legler and this is the first 40 miles. Today on the first 40 miles

click the photography gear episode. We can't provide you with stunning

scenery, but we can help you incorporate photography Pack hack of the week a simple piece of string that can help stabilize your camera.

And we'll wrap up this show with a little trail wisdom from our good friend on the trail, Ansel Adams.

All this, and that's about it.

Today on the first 40 miles.

Not bad.

Thanks.

We're switching things around a little bit today,

because photography is Josh's hobby.

He is the designated family photographer.

And as you've probably noticed on a lot of episodes, Josh is the one who nerds out about things when we talk about

denier or chlorine dioxide he's the one that provides all the details and really

gets into it.

And today it's about shutter speeds,

aperture, and Iso, all kinds of fun stuff.

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