• 14: The Blue Mist of Rocky Mountain National Park with Gracie Cooper
    Oct 14 2026

    In this episode Ben is joined by his sister Gracie to discuss Rocky Mountain and the Legend of the Blue Mist. They will discuss Rocky Mountain National Park, including their favorite hikes and drives, as well as the life of Miner Bill who lived within the park.


    For travel updates and more information about the show, follow Adventuring with Ben on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook!


    Thanks for listening, and get out there and go on an adventure!

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    47 Min.
  • 13: Should the Gateway Arch have National Park Status with Jacob Riechers
    Sep 30 2026

    In this episode, Ben is joined again by Jacob Riechers to discuss the history and background of Gateway Arch National Park before determining if it should be considered a national park or not.


    For travel updates and more information about the show, be sure to follow Adventuring with Ben on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook.


    Thanks for listening and get out there and go on an adventure!

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    51 Min.
  • 12: Solo Trip- Ben's Top 10 Hikes and Tips on How to Visit the National Parks
    Sep 16 2026

    In this episode I will dive into my top 10 favorite hikes that I've done in the National Parks. I'll also answers some questions from Reddit about how to get started adventuring in the National Parks.


    For travel updates and more information about the show, be sure to follow Adventuring with Ben on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook.


    Thanks for listening and get out there and go on an adventure!

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    1 Std. und 4 Min.
  • 11: Animal Football League Draft with Mason Jauquet and Jacob Riechers
    Aug 19 2026

    With fantasy football season rolling around, we decided to try something a little different this week! I am joined by the show's first two guests, Mason Jauquet and Jacob Riechers, to draft football teams composed of animals. I think it can be a complicated concept, but I think you'll catch on quickly. Ashley joins the episode at the end to select the winner of the league, but be sure to voice your own opinion in the comments!


    For travel updates and more information on the show, be sure to follow Adventuring with Ben on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook!


    Thanks for listening, and get out there and go on an adventure.

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    1 Std. und 13 Min.
  • 10: Fact or Fiction? The Banshee of the Badlands with Brody Cooper
    Aug 5 2026

    Brody is back this week to discuss Badlands National Park and some of the lore around the Banshee of the Badlands and other cryptids in the area. We will discuss some of our favorite parts of the park, including the Notch Trail, Cedar Pass Campground, and fossil hunting.


    For travel updates and more information about the show, follow Adventuring with Ben on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook!


    Thanks for listening, and get out there and go on an adventure!

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    52 Min.
  • 9: The Lakota Emergence Story at Wind Cave National Park with Brody Cooper
    Jul 29 2026

    In this episode, Brody and I discuss our recent trip around the Bison Loop and deep dive into Wind Cave National Park. We tell one version of the Lakota Emergence Story that takes place in Wind Cave National Park and centers around the cave itself. We also discuss some of our favorite parts of the park, as well as dropping in a few facts.


    For travel updates and more information about the show, follow Adventuring with Ben on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook!


    Thanks for listening!



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    42 Min.
  • 8: Solo Trip- Leave No Trace
    Jul 17 2026

    This episode is a little different than past episodes, as there is no guest. I will dive into the 7 principles of Leave No Trace as taught in the LNT course. I also dive into some national park news.


    I am joined by my fiancée, Ashley Letcher, for Roadtrip Questions at the end of the episode!


    For travel updates and more information about the show, follow Adventuring with Ben on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook!


    Thanks for listening!

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    45 Min.
  • 7: The Short History of Tuberculosis in Mammoth Cave with Bob Cooper
    Jun 24 2026

    In this Father's Day Edition of Postcards from the Parks, I am joined by my dad, Bob, to discuss Mammoth Cave National Park. We focus on the story of Dr. Croghan and his failed Tuberculosis Sanitarium, built in the cave. We also discuss some of the ghost stories from the cave, a little on the geology of the park, and some other cool facts!


    For Travel updates and more information about the show, follow Adventuring with Ben on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook!


    Thanks for listening!

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    47 Min.