Ray Mears: The great outdoors

When you think of Route 66, tarmac, classic cars and neon signs might be the first things that come to mind. But the Mother Road is also home to some of the most breathtaking landscapes in the United States. In this episode, legendary explorer Ray Mears joins Sean Fletcher to share his experiences of the natural wonders found along the route, as well as the unique wildlife that inhabit the US heartland. Sean and Ray also speak to author and historian Jim Hinckley, whose unrivalled knowledge of Route 66 brings the journey to life. He offers fascinating insights into Petrified Forest National Park, along with other must-see attractions in Arizona and beyond. Thank you to our contributor: https://jimhinckleysamerica.com/ To see Sean and Ray in the studio, watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oT_CeqC_Odk Subscribe here for your weekly dose of Route 66: America's Greatest Road Trip with Sean Fletcher and read more at https://www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/discover-america/ Route 66: America's Greatest Road Trip with Sean Fletcher is brought to you by Visit The USA and produced by Telegraph Media Group. CREDITS Host: Sean Fletcher Telegraph Media Group Executive producers: Abby Draycott, Jasmin Nahar, Rachel Truman, Vanessa Woodgate Creative director: Jonathan Clayton-Jones Video producer: Ed Emsley Designer: Dan Knight Platform Media Producer: Alice Tilley Executive Producers: Mick Tucker, Aidan Seymour-Judd #telegraph #visittheusa #partnerships #podcast #raymears #nature #outdoors #seanfletcher #roadtrips #america #usa #route66 #americancentenary #campaign #ad #celebrityinterviews #celebrityinterview Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.