Adventure Sports Podcast

Paddling: Susan Norman's Journey Through Adventure Sports – Building Emotional Resilience, Healing Trauma, Empowering Women, and the Transformative Power of Nature and Community.Curt Linville interviews Susan Norman, an experienced paddler and author, about her journey through adventure sports and its profound impact on emotional health and resilience. Susan shares her early experiences with paddling, the challenges she faced in her personal life, and how outdoor adventures helped her cope with trauma and become a parent. The discussion highlights the importance of community, the empowerment of women in adventure sports, and the healing power of nature. Susan's story serves as an inspiring testament to the transformative effects of engaging with the outdoors.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Adventure and Healing03:09 Susan's Journey into Paddling Sports05:56 The Impact of Adventure on Mental Health08:58 Facing Fears and Building Resilience11:57 The Role of Community in Outdoor Sports14:58 Transitioning from Competition to Parenting17:54 Parenting Challenges and Outdoor Solutions20:54 The Connection Between Nature and Healing23:53 Rivers as Living Entities26:45 Empowering Women in Adventure Sports29:40 The Journey of Parenting and Adventure32:52 The Importance of Resilience in Life35:39 Conclusion and Reflections on AdventureOur Sponsors:* Check out Outdoorsy and use my code ASP for a great deal: https://www.outdoorsy.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sea Kayaking: Circumnavigating Santa Rosa Island – Rough Seas, Storms, Elephant Seals, Great White Sharks, and Key Lessons Learned.Today’s episode we talk with sea kayaking guide and adventurer, Jeremy Carberry, about circumnavigating the Santa Rosa Island of Channel Islands National Park. Jeremy and his crew had to endure rough seas, storms, and elephant seal-covered beaches that prevented them from finding camping spots, as well as great white sharks. He’ll share some of the craziest stories from the adventure as well as some of the most valuable lessons learned.Our Sponsors:* Check out Outdoorsy and use my code ASP for a great deal: https://www.outdoorsy.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Motorcycle Travel: Epic Journey from Canada Through Central and South America – Embracing Local Culture, Unexpected Opportunities, Darien Gap Challenges, Mudslides, Amazing People, Foods, Coffee, and the Freedom of Two-Wheeled Adventure.In this episode, Kix Marshall shares his adventurous experiences traveling from Canada through Central and South America on his motorcycle, highlighting the importance of local culture, unexpected opportunities, and the freedoms that come with motorcycle travel. He discusses amazing people he met along the way, the Darien Gap, mudslides, and amazing foods and coffee. If you love travel, then this episode is for you.Our Sponsors:* Check out Outdoorsy and use my code ASP for a great deal: https://www.outdoorsy.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sea Kayaking: 72-Day, 1600 km Expedition from Lund BC to Skagway AK – The For Fun’s Sake Journey with Wildlife Encounters, Humpback Whales, Killer Whales, Grizzly Bears, Remote Camping, and Inside Passage Navigation Challenges.Sea Kayaking! 72 days. 1600 km. From Lund BC to Skagway AK. What an amazing trip from Chris Whitaker! This is a revisited episode, but what an adventure! Chris named this trip "The For Fun’s Sake Expedition," Some highlights include wildlife encounters like humpback whales, killer whales, and grizzly bears, as well as the challenges of remote camping and navigation through the pervasive islands of the North Pacific Inside Passage.Our Sponsors:* Check out Outdoorsy and use my code ASP for a great deal: https://www.outdoorsy.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Adventure Guiding: Leading Expeditions with Over 20 Years of Experience – Challenges, Rewards, Conservation, Group Dynamics, Risk Management, Emotional Breakthroughs, and Fostering Connections to Nature and Self-Actualization.Today, Curt Linville interviews Colby Brokvist, a seasoned adventure guide with over two decades of experience. They discuss Colby's journey in guiding, the challenges and rewards of leading expeditions, and the importance of connecting with nature. Colby shares insights on the role of guides in conservation, the balance between passion and profession, and the essential people skills needed in guiding. Through engaging stories and personal experiences, they explore how adventure can foster connections and promote environmental stewardship. They discuss the importance of positive group dynamics, the emotional breakthroughs that can occur during challenging outdoor experiences, and the role of guides in facilitating self-actualization. The conversation also delves into risk management, decision-making in group settings, and the significance of communication in outdoor adventures.Links:Waypoint Guide AcademyWaypoint InstagramThe Professional Guide's HandbookColby's InstagramColby's Linktreewww.adventuresportspodcast.comChapters:00:00 Introduction to Adventure Guiding02:59 Colby's Journey in Guiding05:56 Challenges and Rewards of Guiding08:50 The Importance of Connection with Nature12:01 The Role of Guides in Conservation14:55 The Path to Becoming a Guide17:57 Passion vs. Profession in Guiding21:00 People Skills in Guiding24:12 Conflict Resolution in Group Dynamics28:51 The Power of Positive Expedition Behavior30:06 Self-Actualization Through Adventure31:53 Guiding as a Journey of Self-Discovery34:04 Emotional Breakthroughs in Adventure36:01 The Role of Guides in Personal Growth36:56 Navigating Challenges in Guiding40:10 Risk Management in Group Adventures45:56 Making Tough Decisions as a Leader52:02 The Importance of Communication in Adventure55:58 Professional Development in GuidingOur Sponsors:* Check out Outdoorsy and use my code ASP for a great deal: https://www.outdoorsy.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Bike Touring: Ryan Van Duzer Shares Epic Human-Powered Bike Journeys, Joyful Adventures on Two Wheels, and Insights from His Latest Book.If you love the idea of seeing the world on two wheels, human powered, and joyfully, then this is the episode for you! Mason Interviews Ryan Van Duzer about his many bike journeys as well as regarding the book he released a couple years back. Don't forget to visit Ryan's YouTube channel for more. Go bike touring!Our Sponsors:* Check out Outdoorsy and use my code ASP for a great deal: https://www.outdoorsy.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Hiking with Dogs: Essential Trail Etiquette, Situational Awareness, Puppy Exercise Guidelines, Health Benefits, and Responsible Adventuring with Your Canine Companion.Curt Linville and Krista Halling discuss the essential aspects of hiking and adventuring with dogs. They cover dog etiquette on trails, the importance of situational awareness, and the health benefits of outdoor activities for dogs. Krista shares insights on puppy development and exercise guidelines, emphasizing the need for gradual training and the significance of being an advocate for your dog's well-being. The conversation highlights the joy of shared experiences between dogs and their owners, encouraging responsible pet ownership and outdoor exploration.Our Sponsors:* Check out Outdoorsy and use my code ASP for a great deal: https://www.outdoorsy.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi River Canoeing: Setting the Speed Record Down the Full Length – Inspirational Journey, Epic Stories, and What It Takes to Paddle America's Iconic River.Journey back to 2023 with us as Scott Miller shares his inspirational story of setting the Mississippi canoeing speed record down the full length of the river. This was one of our more popular episodes, filled with really great stories about what it takes to canoe down America's iconic Mississippi.Our Sponsors:* Check out Outdoorsy and use my code ASP for a great deal: https://www.outdoorsy.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sasquatch Encounters: True Bigfoot Story from Winter Camping Between Trinity Atomic Bomb Site and Roswell – Unexplained Mysteries, Strange Places, and Campfire Tales of the Unknown. Sasquatch! Bigfoot! Yeti! What is going on here?!!! Join us for a fun (and true) potential bigfoot encounter that happened between the Trinity Site of the first atomic bomb and Roswell NM, where secrets abound. This is a different type of episode, but one that makes a great campfire story. This is about camping in winter in strange places and having unexplained encounters with the unknown. Really? Yes, really. But I leave it up to you to decide what really happened.Our Sponsors:* Check out Outdoorsy and use my code ASP for a great deal: https://www.outdoorsy.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Winter 14ers: Climbing All Colorado 14ers in One Winter – Mason and Chris Fisher Share the Epic, Beautiful, and Threatening Adventure. We all love 14ers, but climbing them all in one winter is crazy! Listen in as Mason and Chris Fisher explore his amazing story. There are few things as beautiful or as threatening as winter 14ering. Big adventure, big fun!Our Sponsors:* Check out Outdoorsy and use my code ASP for a great deal: https://www.outdoorsy.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy