Ep 1074: Anna McNuff - Mega Adventurer

Originally aired October 14, 2019Growing up in Florida, Nick had fallen in love with water and the ocean lifestyle. However, it wasn’t until studying geography at Florida State University that he discovered just how beautiful other oceans, beaches, and islands around the world really were. He quickly set his eyes on the South Pacific and ultimately Australia. His adventures are vast, his stories are epic, and his stoke for life is contagious. He sets his compass in the direction of the unknown because he now knows that’s the best way to better your world and open up the opportunities in front of you. Nick is a strong believer that you can do anything you want as long as you overcome the largest barrier in your way...yourself.Instagram: @Occupation_WildOccupationwild.comGot an idea for a guest for the show? Have them fill out our “suggest a guest” form here. Also, you can support The Adventure Sports Podcast monthly by going to Patreon.com/AdventureSportsPodcast or make a one-time donation to the show here. Sponsor Messages:Wonderul PistachiosThe key to any good adventure, big or small, is having great snacks. Keep yourself full and focused on all summer adventures, from dropping the kiddos off at camp, to running between meetings with Wonderful Pistachios They come in a variety of flavors and sizes, perfect for enjoying with family and friends or taking them with you on the go. Unlike meat, protein-powered pistachios are naturally cholesterol-free and add fiber to your day. Visit WonderfulPistachios.com to learn more.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

27 Heinä 20231h 13min

Davis is the founder and CEO of Cotopaxi, an outdoor gear brand with a humanitarian mission of creating “gear for good”. Davis is also an adventurer who has floated down the Amazon on a self-made raft, kayaked from Cuba to Florida, and explored North Korea. Davis grew up in Latin America and currently lives in Utah with his wife and four children. Here’s why we’re talking to him on AS though, he’s leaving his role as CEO for a 3-year mission in Brazil. Davis and his family have answered the call to move to Brazil this summer to serve as missionaries. We often hear of folks leaving their corporate jobs, or school to start a career in the outdoors, or how they took the path less taken and never looked back. But what about those who start that company, and then have an unexpected detour once things are going well? It’ll be exciting to follow up with Davis in the coming years. https://www.instagram.com/davismsmith/?hl=enhttps://www.cotopaxi.com/Got an idea for a guest for the show? Have them fill out our “suggest a guest” form here. Also, you can support The Adventure Sports Podcast monthly by going to Patreon.com/AdventureSportsPodcast or make a one-time donation to the show here. Sponsor Messages:Wonderul PistachiosThe key to any good adventure, big or small, is having great snacks. Keep yourself full and focused on all summer adventures, from dropping the kiddos off at camp, to running between meetings with Wonderful Pistachios They come in a variety of flavors and sizes, perfect for enjoying with family and friends or taking them with you on the go. Unlike meat, protein-powered pistachios are naturally cholesterol-free and add fiber to your day. Visit WonderfulPistachios.com to learn more.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

25 Heinä 202354min

Originally aired January 25, 2021Amid a massive government shutdown, travel companies going out of business, and a myriad of unforeseen circumstances, Andy Magee successfully visited all 418 national park sites starting January 1, 2019 and finishing December 31, 2019. Traveling thousands of miles around the country, Andy got a cross-section example of who and what America is in a sense that few can relate to.His stories are amazing and his reflections will inspire you to get out there and visit the nearest National Park site near you.Be sure to take a look at his incredible photos from the journey. www.418parks.comInstagram: @418parksFacebook: @418ParksGot an idea for a guest for the show? Have them fill out our “suggest a guest” form here. Also, you can support The Adventure Sports Podcast monthly by going to Patreon.com/AdventureSportsPodcast or make a one-time donation to the show here. Sponsor messages:Wonderful PistachiosThe key to any good adventure, big or small, is having great snacks. Keep yourself full and focused on all summer adventures, from dropping the kiddos off at camp, to running between meetings with Wonderful Pistachios They come in a variety of flavors and sizes, perfect for enjoying with family and friends or taking them with you on the go. Unlike meat, protein-powered pistachios are naturally cholesterol-free and add fiber to your day. Visit WonderfulPistachios.com to learn more.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

20 Heinä 202357min

Stan ran a 267.04 mile run, circumnavigating the Big Island of the Hawai'i, at the age of 75! He enlisted a crew of 6 leaders from California and Michigan. The prior year, only a handful people had done even a 100-miler in his age group. Stan has a deep cultural connection with the Āina (the land) having lived on the Big Island for 11 years and having served as the Founding Headmaster of the Kamehameha Schools Hawai'i in Kea'au. By the way, this was Stan’s 116th ultra or marathon.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stan.fortunaHawai'i Wildlife Fund: https://www.wildhawaii.orghttps://docs.google.com/document/d/1WK-G_M_gzZEllj9QgEY8x-1pVW-Mhg9CfyoATwMMc1M/edit?usp=sharingSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

17 Heinä 202350min

Originally aired August 23rd, 2021Belinda Kirk is an explorer and the leading campaigner promoting the benefits of adventure on wellbeing. For the past twenty-five years, she has led dozens of international expeditions and remote filming trips. Belinda has walked through Nicaragua, sailed across the Atlantic, searched for camels in China’s Desert of Death, discovered ancient rock paintings in Lesotho, and gained a Guinness World Record for rowing unsupported around Britain. She has led numerous youth development challenges, pioneered inclusive expeditions for people with disabilities, and managed scientific research missions in the Amazon, Sinai, and Alaska. In 2009, Belinda established Explorers Connect, a non-profit organization connecting people to adventure, and has encouraged 30,000 ordinary people to engage in outdoor challenges. In 2020 she launched the first conference to explore the Adventure Effect, the positive impact that adventurous activity has on wellbeing.Adventure Revolution book:https://www.amazon.co.uk/Adventure-Revolution-case-living-boldly/dp/0349428239“A powerful reminder that adventure truly is a state of mind” -- Bear Grylls“A landmark book with a groundbreaking and powerful message. It's also a fantastic read packed with thrilling, moving and inspiring stories. I certainly recommend it” -- Chris RyanFollow Belinda on Instagram at @explorerbelindaSupport Adventure Sports Podcast monthly by going to Patreon.com/AdventureSportsPodcast or make a one-time donation to the show here.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

13 Heinä 202347min

Marianne C. Bohr, published author and award-winning essayist, married her high school sweetheart and travel partner. She follows her own advice and hits the road at every opportunity. She wrote her first book Gap Year Girl: A Baby Boomer Adventure Across 21 Countries, over the course of the year long sabbatical she and her husband took at 55 yrs old to explore Europe. The Twenty: One Woman’s Trek Across Corsica on the GR20 Trail, is her second book. They did the GR20 at 60 yrs old. Marianne lives in Park City, UT, where, after decades in publishing, and then many years teaching middle school French, she now skis, hikes, and writes.www.mariannebohr.comInstagram: @marianne.bohrSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

10 Heinä 202359min

Mason was able to sit down with Bear again for a brief interview last week ahead of Bear’s most recent show’s final episodes and season finale! I Survived Bear Grylls plays on TBS at 10pm EST tonight with the season finale on July 13th.Bear is putting everyday individuals to the test to see if they can beat him at his own game. After spending his entire career rescuing himself from intense situations alongside saving others from near death in some of the most remote areas of the world, Bear is flipping the script.Today’s episode explores how Bear manages so many projects, and what advice he has for a life partner and building an incredible team. There’s definitely something here for everyone!More about Bearbeargrylls.comOutdoors.comtwitter.com/BearGryllsinstagram.com/beargryllsSponsor Messages:Outdoor VitalsCheck out the high-quality gear from Outdoor Vitals that Mason knows and trusts at outdoorvitals.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

6 Heinä 202334min

Today we’re hearing from a legend in the adventure sports world, Ryan Van Duzer. Ryan is the host of DuzerTV, a YouTube channel all about his adventures in bikepackig, bike touring, trail running, racing ultras, trekking, Burning Man, exploring Latin America, and traveling to every corner of the world. His main goal with his content is to inspire viewers to get off their couches and live lives full of adventure. Today’s episode focuses on Ryan’s first big adventure of deciding how to get home after serving for two years in the Peace Corp in Honduras. After considering all the options, he decided to go the most adventurous route; bicycle the 4,000 miles back to Boulder, where he’s from. Little did he know he was launching himself into a career and lifestyle that he hasn’t turned back from yet. You can find it book, The Long Way Home, at duzerbook.comyoutube.com/duzertvwww.duzerbook.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

3 Heinä 20231h 7min