

The Outdoor Evolution Podcast
Outdoor Evolution Media
Nic "Darwin" Rakestraw is joined by rotating co-hosts on a podcast that seeks to go beyond the usual conversations in the outdoor community. As more people turn to hiking, cycling, van-life and the outdoors - making use of public lands and Mother Nature - the questions we ask ourselves as a community need to move beyond the surface level. The Outdoor Evolution Podcast is all about the current, difficult and important discussions in the outdoor community.
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Mar 20, 2023 • 34min
29: Humbled By Travel
On this very impromptu episode, Darwin is joined by friend and creative partner, Chris Carter (aka RAD), to discuss the root of why we hunger for travel. What is it about experiencing different cultures around the world, that is so humbling to the soul. They also share some information about an upcoming Travel Series that is in the works.To get early access to episodes, bonus media, and exclusive merch, join The Outdoor Evolution by supporting us on Patreon.Go to www.theoutdoorevolution.com to keep up to date with all of our new articles, films, products, and more.Follow us on Instagram @the_outdoor_evolutionEmail us at theoutdoorevolution@gmail.comFollow Chris on Instagram @chriscarter146 or check out his Youtube Channel

Dec 5, 2022 • 1h 11min
28: We Started A Gear Company
On this episode, Darwin is joined by his partner in crime, Matt Evans, to announce their New Gear Company, Evolved Supply Co. They geek out on Gear Design, Tech Fabrics, & everything else about their first product, The Ranger. They also chat about how Evolved came to be, manufacturing in the US, & what products they have planned for the future.To get early access to episodes, bonus media, and exclusive merch, join The Outdoor Evolution by supporting us on Patreon.Go to www.theoutdoorevolution.com to keep up to date with all of our new articles, films, products, and more.Follow us on Instagram @the_outdoor_evolutionEmail us at theoutdoorevolution@gmail.comKeep up to date with New Products by following @EvolvedSupplyco on InstagramCheck out EvolvedSupplyCo.com to pre-order The Ranger!

Nov 21, 2022 • 48min
27: What Happened To Public?
On this episode, Darwin is joined by Benny Braden of Responsible Stewardship to announce our 2023 #GiveAShit Adventure Sponsorship & to discuss what ever happened to the Public Land Film Series we were working on. They also chat about the amazing non-profit organization Benny recently started & share how you can become a responsible steward of your local public lands.To get early access to episodes, bonus media, and exclusive merch, join The Outdoor Evolution by supporting us on Patreon.Go to www.theoutdoorevolution.com to keep up to date with all of our new articles, films, products, and more.Follow us on Instagram @the_outdoor_evolutionEmail us at theoutdoorevolution@gmail.comFollow Responsible Stewardship on Instagram @responsiblestewardshipGo to responsiblestewardship.org to learn more about you can make an impact on your local public lands.

Nov 1, 2022 • 1h 7min
26: Staying Relevant Vs Mental Health
On this episode, Darwin is joined once again by Emory to chat about doing a Mt. Everest Basecamp Trek and the powerful impact that the recent trip had on Darwin - including his realization of the unhealthy nature of trying to "Stay Relevant" in the outdoor community on social media. Listen along while Darwin and Emory discuss the long term impacts of social media, influencer culture, and how it can wreak havoc on your mental health.To get early access to episodes, bonus media, and exclusive merch, join The Outdoor Evolution by supporting us on Patreon.Go to www.theoutdoorevolution.com to keep up to date with all of our new articles, films, products, and more.Follow us on Instagram @the_outdoor_evolutionEmail us at theoutdoorevolution@gmail.comFollow Emory on Instagram @emory_by_landGo to https://byland.co/podcast to learn more about The By Land Podcast and find it wherever you get your podcasts!

Aug 22, 2022 • 1h 12min
25: Catching Up!
Back from a long hiatus, Darwin is joined once again by Emory to chat about their summer travels, rant about the outdoor community, & just plain catch up on some Big Ol' projects OE has been working on/what you can look forward for the rest of this year!To get early access to episodes, bonus media, and exclusive merch, join The Outdoor Evolution by supporting us on Patreon.Go to www.theoutdoorevolution.com to keep up to date with all of our new articles, films, products, and more.Follow us on Instagram @the_outdoor_evolutionEmail us at theoutdoorevolution@gmail.comFollow Emory on Instagram @emory_by_landGo to https://byland.co/podcast to learn more about The By Land Podcast and find it wherever you get your podcasts!

May 2, 2022 • 59min
24: Too Many Hikers?
In this episode, Darwin is joined by Executive Director of the Arizona Trail Association, Matt Nelson, to discuss the overcrowding issues that are starting to plague long-distance trails like the AT, PCT, & the AZT. What does it take to run a trail association & manage the impact on the environment? Is Education, Permits, or Funding the answer to this growing problem? Is there such a thing as "too many hikers" on the trail?To get early access to episodes, bonus media, and exclusive merch, join The Outdoor Evolution by supporting us on Patreon.Go to www.theoutdoorevolution.com to keep up to date with all of our new articles, courses, products, and more.Follow us on Instagram @the_outdoor_evolutionEmail us at theoutdoorevolution@gmail.comVisit the Arizona Trail Association's Website - AZTrail.org

Apr 18, 2022 • 1h 42min
23: Adventuring Abroad
In this episode, Darwin is joined by world traveler, Christy Teglo to discuss taking your adventures abroad. The experiences, logistics, costs, & more. What lessons has Christy learned on her many journeys all over the world? They also chat about her experience & challenges of traveling/adventuring as a solo female both internationally and domestically.To get early access to episodes, bonus media, and exclusive merch, join The Outdoor Evolution by supporting us on Patreon.Go to www.theoutdoorevolution.com to keep up to date with all of our new articles, courses, products, and more.Follow us on Instagram @the_outdoor_evolutionEmail us at theoutdoorevolution@gmail.comCheck out Christy's Website - TegloGoes.com

Apr 4, 2022 • 47min
22: Giving Back Globally
In this episode, Darwin is joined by Travis Avery from Sawyer Products to chat about giving back on a global scale & what Sawyer is doing to save lives all around the world. Can someone like a Thru-Hiker or Bikepacker actually make a difference by doing something as simple as buying a piece of gear? Can other companies in the outdoor industry really change the world? Darwin also shares how his upcoming trip to Fiji & the film he's shooting there will contribute to giving back globally. To get early access to episodes, bonus media, and exclusive merch, join The Outdoor Evolution by supporting us on Patreon.Go to www.theoutdoorevolution.com to keep up to date with all of our new articles, courses, products, and more.Follow us on Instagram @the_outdoor_evolutionEmail us at theoutdoorevolution@gmail.comCheck Out Sawyer's Website - Sawyer.comFollow Sawyer on Instagram @sawyerproducts

Mar 21, 2022 • 1h 3min
21: Adventuring as A Couple
In this episode, Darwin is joined by a whole round-table of Co-Hosts! Jessica (his wife), along with friends Jen & Greg Seymour all chime in to discuss the ups & downs of adventuring as a couple. Is it easy to get along when you spend every day together on something like a thru-hike? What sort of issues should couples anticipate dealing with when traveling full-time together? What kind of strain can a long adventure put on a relationship when one person is gone for months, leaving their partner at home?To get early access to episodes, bonus media, and exclusive merch, join The Outdoor Evolution by supporting us on Patreon.Go to www.theoutdoorevolution.com to keep up to date with all of our new articles, courses, products, and more.Follow us on Instagram @the_outdoor_evolutionEmail us at theoutdoorevolution@gmail.comFollow Jen & Greg on Instagram @chicaandsunsetshostel

Feb 21, 2022 • 53min
20: The Double-Edged Sword Of Thru-Hiking
In this episode, Darwin is joined once again by co-host, Einstein, to have a different conversation about mental health in the thru-hiking community. There have been plenty of great conversations about the positive effects that thru-hiking can have on an individual's mental health, but what about some of the negative consequences it can lead to? What mental health issues can be exacerbated by a lifestyle built entirely around thru-hiking and nothing else? This conversation is difficult, but one that is long overdue in our community. To get early access to episodes, bonus media, and exclusive merch, join The Outdoor Evolution by supporting us on Patreon.Go to www.theoutdoorevolution.com to keep up to date with all of our new articles, courses, products, and more.Follow us on Instagram @the_outdoor_evolutionEmail us at theoutdoorevolution@gmail.comFollow Einstein on Instagram @youth.retired


