Welcome to Hiking with Shawn

Hiking with Shawn is a YouTube Channel dedicated to the promotion, exploration and educational aspects of the Shawnee National Forest, State Parks, Natural Areas and other interesting spots in Southern Illinois unique natural environment. If you live in or plan to travel to southern Illinois and you love the outdoors, then this is the spot to go to!

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Watch My Introduction Video

Learn more about where I hike and where you can start planning your next visit!

Find Local Hiking Trails!

Find local hiking trails in the Shawnee National Forest and beyond…

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Learn More!

Learn more about Shawn, Hiking with Shawn and why the YouTube Channel was created.

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Learn how you can join the fun on Hiking with Shawn through membership, collaborations and more!

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Meet Some of the Team!

Learn more about those who bring you Hiking with Shawn…

Shawn J. Gossman

Shawn J. Gossman

Main Host, Hiking with Shawn

Shawn J. Gossman is the founder, owner and main host featured in most videos on Hiking with Shawn.

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Intern, Hiking with Shawn

Hiking with Shawn is currently seeking an intern to help with field work, camera holding and related.

Vacant Position

Vacant Position

Intern, Hiking with Shawn

Hiking with Shawn is currently seeking an intern to help with social media optimization, SEO and related.