Ep. 289: Long Distance Kitesurfing - Bowen Dwelle

Grace McDonald found herself working incredibly long hours as an attorney. However, her desire to climb the world's greatest mountains got the best of her. She traded in her security and career for a pair of crampons and hit the ground running (well trekking really). She hasn't looked back since. We caught up with her to see if she's found what she's looking for. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MountainClimbGrace/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mountainclimbgrace/ Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

1 Marras 20181h 8min

There have only been a few times in my life I was truly terrified. This story was the worst of those times. Happy Halloween! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

31 Loka 201811min

Alex is not your typical 18 years old. Instead of setting out to trade school, college, or hanging out at home after the summer of high school graduation, Alex decided he wanted to do something adventurous to transition into this new phase of life called adulthood. That desire led him to kayak 1,750 km around the edges of Lake Winnipeg, something incredibly daunting considering the remoteness of much of the lake as well as the unpredictable weather. Alex is incredibly articulate for his age and understands that this trip was an amazing opportunity to show the world the importance of keeping resources like Lake Winnipeg free of pollution, invasive species, and a refuge for the human soul. He’s already an experienced adventurer and we’re super excited that Alex joined us for this interview as we’re sure he’ll be an even bigger name in the outdoor community very soon. https://www.lakewinnipegcircumnavigation.com/about-alex https://www.instagram.com/alex.marrtin/ https://alexmartinphotography.myportfolio.com/   Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

29 Loka 20181h

So is it difficult to build an outdoor business and brand from nothing in one of the meccas of the outdoor industry? You guessed it. It might take you investing your entire life savings or living in a van for months on end or even giving up almost everything (including your sanity) to realize your dream.  Like I've always said, chasing your dreams can be a nightmare. We hope you enjoy this open and honest discussion with Feral Mountain Co. founder, Jimmy Funkhouser. After listening about the highs and lows of building something from nothing, we hope you get out there and try something incredibly difficult yourself.   https://feralmountainco.com https://www.facebook.com/feralmountainco/ https://www.instagram.com/feralmountainco/?hl=en Get 25% off your backpacking meal order with Backpacker’s Pantry using the code ADVENTURESPORTS25 at checkout. Only 100 users available for this code! Expires December 31. Go to  www.backpackerspantry.com to start saving! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

26 Loka 201856min

Get 25% off your backpacking meal order with Backpacker’s Pantry using the code ADVENTURESPORTS25 at checkout. Only 100 users available for this code! Expires December 31. Go to  www.backpackerspantry.com to start saving! One day Steve Ladd decided he would build a 250 lb, 12-foot row/sailboat called 'Squeak' to travel 15,000 miles down the Missouri and Mississippi rivers as well as rivers and open water in South America over the course of three years.  This is his story and this is what true adventure is all about! Enjoy! Blog: https://sites.google.com/site/threeyearsina12footboat/ Book: 3 years in a 12 Foot Boat Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

25 Loka 20181h 6min

Get 25% off your backpacking meal order with Backpacker’s Pantry using the code ADVENTURESPORTS25 at checkout. Only 100 users available for this code! Expires December 31. Go to  www.backpackerspantry.com to start saving! Ari Schneider is a rock, ice, and alpine climber a backcountry skier, outdoor educator, author, and speaker. Today he shared with us his stories of passion for climbing and wilderness and their usefulness for healing life’s many scarring experiences.  Listen and learn. Ari’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Ari-Schneider/e/B07DCYY54X https://www.instagram.com/ari_schneider/ https://www.facebook.com/arijosephschneider https://twitter.com/ari_schneider https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdFH_DR_pFNmxMLP3s11uOw Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

22 Loka 20181h 2min

Joe Kurmaskie, better known as The Metal Cowboy, is an award-winning author of eight non-fiction memoirs of his many travels and adventures. His books, as well as performances, are packed with humor, history, and philosophy of what it truly means to be a human on this crazy Earth. The one thing in Joe's stories that never changes is the fact that he sees, hears, and feels the details of his human experience through the seat of his trusty metal steed, the bicycle. Take it from us, reading his books is one heck of an unforgettable ride.  http://www.metalcowboy.com/ His books: https://www.amazon.com/Joe-Kurmaskie/e/B001K8XLH0   Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

19 Loka 201848min

As a neophyte horsewoman with a minimal command of the Spanish language, Nancy rode off across Patagonia, alone, on horseback. Over the next decade and three thousand miles of rugged horse trail, Patagonia’s wild country and the hardy pioneers who settled there took her in and changed her. The book "Riding Into the Heart of Patagonia" is the story of that journey. It is also the story of Patagonia, a spectacular wilderness and rich, self-sufficient culture on the brink of rapid change. Her book is now available.  Link below. www.nancypfeiffer.com www.ridingintotheheartofpatagonia.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Riding-Into-the-Heart-of-Patagonia-1700774059962723/ Order the book: Riding Into the Heart of Patagonia Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

18 Loka 201849min