Episode 58: Kate Gates and Running an Outdoor Adventure Camp

On this episode: Brisket, woolly adelgids, and summer camp for adults. In our second Women’s History Month podcast episode, we talk with Kate Gates, co-owner of the Mulberry Gap Adventure Basecamp in the southern Appalachian foothills of north Georgia.

Show Notes

• 00:40 – Introducing Kate of Mulberry Gap Adventure Basecamp
• 03:50 – A bit about Mulberry Gap
• 06:05 – Let’s talk about the food (and brisket)
• 10:05 – Why Mulberry Gap is perfect for mountain bikers (and other outdoor adventurers)
• 21:05 – The growth of mountain biking and bikepacking in the south
• 28:00 – Outdoor adventures available in the area
• 29:23 – The summer camp experience
• 33:15 – What it’s like living where you work
• 40:40 – How the property has evolved over the years
• 44:30 – Wildlife in the area
• 46:45 – The woolly adelgid
• 51:39 – Wrap-up

Mentioned in this Episode

• The Woolly Adelgid is an Aphid (pronounced A-fid). That link provides a more scientific explanation of what these terrible creatures do. Adel-Rid is the company Andrew works for. Here’s a photo that depicts their demise if left untreated.  
• Mulberry Gap Adventure Basecamp – official website. You can also find them on Facebook and Instagram at @mulberrygapadvbasecamp

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• Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject
• Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com
• Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net

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The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.