Podcast Episode

Why Do Trails Exist?

The Dirtbag Diaries·Duct Tape Then Beer·7 August 2026·48 min

About this episode

Trails are hewn from granite, carved into sandstone cliffs and engineered into our most iconic landscapes. Other times, they offer just the faintest hint of the passing of those before us. Either way, we often take their existence for granted. Today with the help of author Dillon Osleger we ask the seemingly simple question “Why do trails exist?” Read Dillon’s book: Trail Work Support comes from ⁠Oboz⁠: ⁠⁠Comment on the Roadless Rule⁠ by Sept 21 Kuat Racks  Kodiak Find Kodiak at kodiakcakes.com or your local grocery store Ka’Chava Go to https://kachava.com and use code DIARIES for 15% off your next order.  Diaries+ Members-- Their support is powering the Diaries- thank you! You can join today.