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Settled in Chilean Patagonia in 2004, David Dittmar is convinced that outdoor life is the best therapy for the body and soul. You’ll hear how David leveraged his climbing skills into his own guiding business, adapted his offerings to meet the market and his advice for you to do the same.
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Dittmar Adventures Website
Favorite Books
The Savage Detectives, Roberto Bolano
Favorite Gear under $100
Suunto Compass
Follow up: Instagram
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Keywords
#Tourism evolution, #Custom trips, #Tailored experiences, #All-inclusive hotels, #Guide services, #Solitude, #Bouldering, #Indoor climbing, #Hiking guide, #Backpacking trips, #Wilderness permit, #Camping and skiing, #Horseback expeditions, #Adventure business, #Outdoor activities, #Family-oriented environment, #Training local guides, #Government lands, #Outdoor gear, #Adventure, #Outdoor.
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Welcome to a podcast dedicated to outdoor enthusiasts looking to elevate their outdoor careers while embracing the freedom and joy of outdoor adventure. We dive deep into outdoor recreation, adventure travel and outdoor activities, helping you find the best outdoor jobs that fit your ideal outdoor life. Whether you're seeking career growth or just more time to get outdoors, we've got you covered.
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We are pivoting the podcast to bring you an even more thrilling and immersive outdoor adventure experience. Say hello to the 'Outdoor Adventure Lifestyle Podcast!' The show helping outdoor enthusiasts land your ideal outdoor adventure gig, grow your outdoor career and find more time for adventures.’
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INCA (formerly Inca Floats, Inc.) began in the 70s as a family adventure when Bill Roberson, a scientist and professor, and his two daughters, Kim and Marika, traveled to Peru and the Galapagos Islands. They had such an adventurous, entertaining, and educational time that they couldn't wait to share it with their friends. And so a company was born. Bill tells us about an expedition through South America before founding INCA that inspired and motivated him to start a travel company focused on the region.
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Inca Website
Favorite Books
Endurance, Alfred Lansing
Follow up: Inca Website
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Keywords
#Galapagos, #Travel, #Adventure, #South America, #Inca, #Peru, #Outdoor activities, #Rafting, #Adventure travel, #Wildlife conservation, #Darwin Foundation, #Nature trips, #Naturalist guide, #Outdoor industry, #Backpacking, #Outdoor gear, #River trips, #Patagonia, #Mountain towns, #Jungle trek, #Machu Picchu, #Bolivia, #Argentina, #Chile, #Lake District, #Iguazu Falls, #La Paz.
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Welcome to a podcast dedicated to outdoor enthusiasts looking to elevate their outdoor careers while embracing the freedom and joy of outdoor adventure. We dive deep into outdoor recreation, adventure travel, and outdoor activities, helping you find the best outdoor jobs that fit your ideal outdoor life. Whether seeking career growth or just more time to get outdoors, we've got you covered.
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Traveling with Experience Plus can launch a rewarding lifetime love for seeing and experiencing the world by bicycle. On a bike tour, you will pedal quiet roads, secluded paths, and carefully curated routes at your own pace. Travel under the guidance and care of professional tour leaders who joyfully share a love for their homeland, while seamlessly managing daily logistics so you can relax, ride, and make meaningful connections with both people and places along the way.
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Experienceplus.com
Favorite Books
Rick: Barbara Savage, Miles from Nowhere, Stevenson's travels with a donkey, On The Road, Jack Kerouac
Maria: Michner's Iberia
Monica: I love guidebooks, Rough Guides, Lonely Planet, but the Blue Guide especially, and the Cadogan
Favorite Piece of Gear
Maria: mountain bike clips and pedals that have flats on both sides
Monica: a classical jersey with those wonderful pockets that you can just carry everything you need is amazing
Rick: you need a multi-tool, a pump, and a patch kit.
Follow up: Experienceplus.com
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#Bike tours, #Italy, #ExperiencePlus, #Fort Collins, #Colorado, #Travel content, #Blog recipes, #Biking benefits, #Dinner with guests, #Navigation arrows, #Tour routes, #Artisan visits, #Olive oil tastings, #Group dinners, #Tour leader, #Hotel relationships, #Bike inventory, #Experiential learning, #Mediterranean biking, #Local culture, #Sardinia tour, #Cycling gear, #Camera technology, #Family-run hotels, #Norwegian tour, #Italian lessons, #Group time, #Free time, #Travel books, #Titanium bike fleet, #Ebikes, #GPS mapping systems, #outdoor, #adventure
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Welcome to a podcast dedicated to outdoor enthusiasts looking to elevate their outdoor careers while embracing the freedom and joy of outdoor adventure. We dive deep into outdoor recreation, adventure travel and outdoor activities, helping you find the best outdoor jobs that fit your ideal outdoor life. Whether you're seeking career growth or just more time to get outdoors, we've got you covered.
I'm partnering with Tracy DeForge, Stephanie Euler, and the Produce Your Podcast team to get it out of your head and into your followers' ears. Tracy and her team have helped me grow and monetize my show, and podcasters trust them because they deliver. Go to https://produceyourpodcast.com/rsaez to get all the details. Let's get your show created, produced, and on the air today. Go to https://ricksaez.com/pyp and get all the details. Let me know if you have any questions.
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Hey everyone, today’s episode 458 features Auto Camp and CMO Bryan Terzi. AutoCamp continues that long legacy of honoring nature in the 21st century. As the exclusive hospitality partner of Airstream, they started their journey in 2013 with their first location in Santa Barbara, CA. From the outset, they’ve always believed guests should be able to immerse themselves in nature and world-class design. Today Bryan Terzi tells us more about they’ve evolved to so much more than Airstreams.
Hey everyone, episode 458 features Auto Camp and CMO Bryan Terzi.
AutoCamp continues the long legacy of honoring nature in the 21st century. As Airstream's exclusive hospitality partner, it started its journey in 2013 with its first location in Santa Barbara, CA. From the outset, AutoCamp has always believed guests should be able to immerse themselves in nature and world-class design.
Today, Bryan Terzi tells us more about how they’ve evolved to so much more than Airstreams.
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05:39 Bryan moved to New York, worked in hospitality marketing.
07:34 His dad's extensive hospitality career taught respecting all.
12:07 AutoCamp offers Thoughtful locations, luxurious camping, nature immersion, and more.
13:27 AutoCamp offers a full wine program, grill kits for 2, fire pits, and outdoor activities, providing an elevated dining experience and gathering space for travelers.
17:55 AutoCamp provides a unique nature-focused hospitality experience catering to a wide range of travelers, including young families, Gen Z, and baby boomers, seeking to unplug and enjoy nature with the convenience of traditional hotel amenities. The properties are highly regarded and offer fully air-conditioned Airstream units and amenities like pools, creating a distinctive alternative to traditional hotels.
21:52 Fortune 500 companies host team bonding events at our camps, taking executives out of their usual work environment and fostering authentic connections through sharing experiences around the campfire.
26:34 Consistently top 5 TripAdvisor scores for unique hospitality.
30:50 Accessible nature vacations should not be expensive.
34:36 Tranquil nature spot fosters diverse solo experiences.
38:51 Bryan's focus is on strategy, quality collaborations for successful marketing.
41:04 Providing optimal guest experience, community engagement emphasized.
42:52 Don't miss Outdoor Biz Podcast- subscribe and share!
Favorite Books
Last Book Bryan read: A Walk in the Wood by Bill Bryson
Favorite Piece of Gear
Yeti
Follow up with Bryan and AutoCamp
Bryan: Instagram
AutoCamp: Instagram
AutoCamp
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#AutoCamp, #adventure travelers, #nature, #iconic destinations, #beginner campers, #experienced travelers, #Yeti, #hydration, #sunscreen, #half-day pack, #podcasts, #The Daily, #expansion, #Airstream, #local guides, #affordable rates, #Adventure Affordably, #wine program, #local breweries, #grill kits, #fire pits, #programming, #Field Station, #outdoor sports, #van program, #experiential hospitality, #urban accessibility, #outdoor activities.
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Welcome to episode 457 of the Outdoor Biz Podcast with Marika Roberson and INCA. Brought to you this week by Smugmug. INCA (formerly Inca Floats, Inc.) began in the 70s as a family adventure when Bill Roberson, a scientist and professor, and his two daughters, Kim and Marika, traveled to Peru and the Galapagos Islands. They had such an adventurous, entertaining, and educational time that they couldn't wait to share it with their friends. And so a company was born.
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00:00 Family enjoys rafting and learning new skills.
05:49 SalkantayTrail went from 7 to 4 days, now paved. Crosses high Andes and 15,500 ft pass, descends into the jungle. Challenging terrain, reliance on a small horse.
19:50 Used art background for brochures, taught HTML, involved in company, took on management role instead of hiring externally.
27:01 Encouraging tourism growth in South America.
28:16 Tourism benefits and challenges for Galapagos and Cuzco.
34:13 California-based company prioritizes ethical and sustainable partners for operations.
39:50 Exciting and nerve-wracking market experience in Peru.
46:53 Seek jobs with like-minded companies in the adventure travel industry and develop office and writing skills.
54:00 The travel Industry is moving towards sustainability, accountability, and awareness. Focus on impact on the environment and communities, consumer consciousness, carbon offsetting, and alternative fuels for airlines.
Favorite Books
The Voyage of the Beagle by Charles Darwin
Favorite Piece of Gear
My external battery pack for my phone
Follow Marika and INCA on the Socials
https://www.inca1.com/
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#Adventure travel, #Sustainability, #Overtourism, #Outdoor industry, #Galapagos, #Cusco, #Peru, #Tourism impact, #Wildlife conservation, #Environment protection, #Shoulder season, #Responsible tourism, #Infrastructure development, #Cultural barriers, #Smartphone photography, #Family business, #Communication, #Community impact, #South America, #Antarctica, #Social media, #Content creation, #Community building, #Authentic experiences, #Wildlife habitats, #Climate change impact, #Outdoor activities, #Transformational experiences, #River trips, #Backpacking, #Outdoor, #Adventure
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Welcome to episode 456 of the Outdoor Biz podcast with your culinary guide to the outdoors Chef Steve Corso! He’s here to put you on the path to amazing meals wherever your adventure takes you.
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Show Notes00:00 Chef Corso founded Outdoor Eats for outdoor food.
04:20 Testing recipes, launching website, learning from others.
08:21 Culinary education in US and Italy.
10:48 I worked for Starbucks as a Food scientist and chef to create new products.
21:58 Beef stroganoff cooked outside with trail meals.
25:58 Beef jerky adds flavor and protein options.
28:51 Share the load, cook together, and eat well.
30:00 Importance of carefully selected food for outdoor activities.
35:10 Choose sustainable brands and reusable items for conservation.
38:37 Community testers contribute to Outdoor Eats recipes. Outdoor Eats Recipe Club
42:17 Foldable camp knife with 4-5 inch blade.
44:21 Delicious recipes and flavors for meal planning.
49:48 Expanding recipe bank and trail meals cookbooks.
51:51 Diverse soup flavors and forgiving ingredient options.
Learn More
Favorite Books
Why You Eat What You Eat by Rachel Herz
Any of the Michael Pollan books
Food Explorer by Daniel Stone
The Material World by Ed Conway
Matthew McConaughey's memoir called Green Lights
Favorite Piece of Gear
Foldable camp knife
Coffee Mug
Follow Chef Corso on the Socials
Facebook
Tik Tok
Instagram
Pinterest
YouTube
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#trail snacks, #truck stop recipes, #beef jerky, #rehydrating food, #outdoor challenges, #pack weight, #perishable ingredients, #sharing food load, #outdoor meal planning, #audiobooks, #outdoor adventures, #guided backpacking trips, #camp gear, #cooking gear, #food memoirs, #travel experiences, #Vagabond tour, #cooking shows, #sustainable cooking, #Leave No Trace, #recipe bank, #culinary education, #research chef, #food product development
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Today on episode 455 of the Outdoor Biz Podcast I’m talking with Mark Johnson from Hobnail Trekking. Mark shares how Hobnail Trekking has expanded into several destinations and continues to offer only the highest levels of service and trekking expertise.
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Show Notes00:00 Fascination with Nepal leads to Holly creating her bucket list.
04:27 Early days of adventure travel, career transition.
10:00 Unique travel experiences from a non-traditional company.
11:00 Mark and Holly create a travel company for everyday adventurers.
14:49 Interest in Mount Everest and other treks.
20:02 Mark's memorable experience from one of the treks . . . when he napped in the woods, and was found by the trip organizers.
24:21 The World is becoming more judgmental, and there needs to be respect.
28:10 Train for the trek by mimicking conditions.
31:54 Prepare physically before operating at high altitudes.
35:36 Rick's adventure in Georgia meeting happy locals.
38:45 Population growth will lead to overpopulation problems.
40:59 Trekking remains timeless; technology won't change it.
43:33 Hobnail Adventures expanding to new adventure destinations.
46:30 Hobnail opens up new travel possibilities for clients.
49:18 Favorite piece of gear: DJI Pocket 2, OSMOS camera.
54:10 Nepal trip inspires one of Mark's books "Doofus Dad Does Everest."
Learn More
Hobnail Web Page
Contact us
Instagram
X
Facebook
You Tube
Mark's Books
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#Adventure travel, #Hobnail Trekking Company, #Mark Johnson, #Everest Base Camp trek, #Adventure travel industry, #Middle-aged adventure travel, #Mount Everest, #Popular trekking destinations, #Off-the-beaten-path trekking, #Wilderness first aid, #Travel insurance, #Adventure risk, #Peruvian trek, #Business process improvement, #Tour operator partnerships, #Sustainable travel, #Physical fitness for trekking, #"Doofus Dad Does Everest Base Camp" book, #Outdoor gear, #Podcast promotions, #Embracing adventure, #Fiction writing, #Ancillary income stream, #Ecuadorian Odyssey, #Rebranding, #Expansion plans, #Outdoor industry growth, #Sherpa encounter, #Cultural exchange, #Technology impact on travel, #Altitude training.
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In this episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Jorge Perez, a conservationist and tourism entrepreneur from Quito, Ecuador. Join us as Jorge shares his insights on the unique mestizo culture and the influence of Spaniards, the alluring experience of cattle drives, and the concept of time in Andean cosmovision. Listen in as he discusses purposeful travel, disconnecting from technology, and the importance of understanding our relationship with the Earth. Jorge also unveils a fascinating program for deepening family connections through adventure and offers valuable tips on packing for diverse climates and environments in Ecuador. Stay tuned for an inspiring conversation on conservation, tourism with a purpose, and creating memorable experiences in the great outdoors.
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Show Notes00:00 Ecuador's beauty, diversity, and unique geography.
05:17 Tourism focused on conservation and local opportunities.
07:33 Building trails, strong relationship with national park.
11:17 Challenges promoting a unique place Ecuador
13:31 Disconnect from home, reconnect with new experiences.
18:47 Tech detox brings freedom, family interaction, learning.
21:38 Preserving Ecuadorian cowboy culture and environmental conservation.
22:57 Mestizo culture, status, and handling fighting bulls.
27:36 Moments are fleeting, but love endures.
30:54 Creating activities to recover the beauty of travel.
36:04 Contact us for experiential family adventure programs.
39:43 Importance of context in facing planetary challenges.
41:04 Promotes conservation through sustainable tourism initiatives.
45:55 Proper gear is key to weather conditions and activities.
48:29 Responsible tourism benefits locals, cultures, and conservation.
41:44 One of Jorge's favorite books: Factfulness
48:18 One of Jorge's pieces of outdoor gear: Swiss Army Knife
Learn More
Tierra Del Volcan Web Page
Contact us
Instagram
LinkedIn
Facebook
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Keywords
#Ecuador, #mestizo culture, #Spanish influence, #horses, #cattle drives, #Andean community, #purposeful travel, #Amazon, #Galapagos, #Andes, #environmental preservation, #horse encounters, #personal growth, #"Factfulness" book, #conservation, #sustainability, #tourism with purpose, #Quito, #Cotopaxi National Park
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John Ensley chases the sun from the Pacific Northwest in summer to Baja California Mexico in winter, as one part professional sailing instructor and one part running a virtual financial planning business. As founder of Cruise and Learn Sailing International and loves sharing his knowledge, experience and passion for sailing. John feels strongly that it isn’t just about sailing skills and certifications, it’s really about designing an amazing lifestyle and living the life of your dreams.
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Show Notes04:27 John went on a trip to Mexico, sailed down the beautiful Pacific coast, and managed to stay connected for work while enjoying the journey.
09:02 Their process: Complete bookwork online and then practice on the boat. Subscription option for affordable monthly payments.
10:41 Variety of courses came from teaching sailing for 8-9 years.
13:14 So that's the second reason that people pursue certifications is so that they can go charter in different places. And then thirdly is insurance
17:28 Select a sailing school that aligns with your specific goals and preferences, ensuring that you have an immersive and educational experience on the water. It's important to have a conversation with the school to understand their philosophy, instructors, boats, and operations. Consider your goals, whether it's day sailing on local lakes, buying a boat, or chartering internationally, and find a school that matches your needs and personality. Remember that the cheapest or most expensive option may not always be the best, so focus on finding the right fit and value for your sailing experience.
22:47 I'm really into blending work, play, and technology. I even came up with a 3G dongle back in 2009, and cellular technology has been a big part of my journey.
24:40 A friend from my sailing class is now teaching in Puerto Rico, living on a boat.
26:45 Sailing requires training for advanced navigation and skills.
28:43 Johns favorite outdoor gear under $100, a poncho liner. And his must-read books, The Four Hour Work Week, Bank on Yourself, and the Shannara series
Learn More
So the very best way is to visit our website, cruiseandlearnsailing.com. There are a couple of links where you can set up a free 30-minute video consultation with us. You can also just reach out with an inquiry form or email.
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Keywords
Sailing #Cruise and Learn Sailing International #US Coast Guard master credential #Sailing instructor #Big Lake Youth Camp #Sailing school #Mexico #Tim Ferris #The 4 Hour Workweek #Entrepreneurship #La Paz, Mexico #Puget Sound #San Juan Islands #Sailing trips #NauticEd #Immersive experience #Sailing certification #Navigation
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Today my long time outdoor compadre Kenji Haroutunian makes his 3rd appearance on the show. As longtime director of two top-fifty trade shows in the country (and many events and services beyond), Kenji’s experience has afforded him a truly independent viewpoint to best understand the ebbs and flows of business trends, successes, failures and the tools that can be applied these days to make a difference.
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04:27 The pivot from outdoor retail (A16) to trade shows. I don't quite remember how that happened.
I had been managing stores, a store manager for Adventure 16 in L. A. and then in the Valley store, and was back in the L. A. store managing there. And then got a call from Larry Harrison, who was. Put on task by the outdoor retailer team to go find their next account exec. There was a long-time account executive who was leaving, and they're looking to fill that spot. And I said, like, well, what's an account executive? It's not something that I was familiar with and sounded pretty fancy, but you know, long story short, I interviewed down in Laguna Beach with the team. And then, back then, it was called Miller Freeman, who was the owner of the outdoor retailer shows. And I got hired there as a salesperson having zero experience selling space or advertising, and starting in, in earnest, my career in the media slash shows business.
08:00 The Big Gear Show
Big Gear rose up out of what was the paddle sports retailer show. So that was a show launched by a couple of guys from the paddle sports industry who became sort of unhappy with the timing of outdoor retailer. Paddle sports was a big part of the outdoor retailer show, and they passed. They took their boat, went off, and started their own show. Out of that came the desire to be more inclusive categorically. So, instead of just paddle sports, why don't we bring in hike, running, camping, and biking and create a more comprehensive and inclusive platform? And so that's where the Big Gear Show came from. It launched in 2020.
14:29 Outdoor Biz Evolution
Those trade shows were all a bunch of guides, and, you know, we were young kids who worked at the retail shop floors and stuff. It was not as sophisticated then as it is now today.
You're right. That evolution is big. And I think, you know, the infusion of capital market representatives, you know, I, it was very different. You're right. You know, during my time, for example, at the show's helm was during the time when financial investors started showing up in numbers dozens and then like hundreds of people were coming, and we even created an event for them called what's that called, Fund Source? And it was specifically designed for new brands to pitch to investment community people and get valuable feedback and maybe even score an investor, you know, in the, in the sort of mode of Shark Tank. Right. But it was, I think Camber Outdoors is helping to sponsor it.
17:10 Do you have any thoughts on how that shakes out, consolidates, and continues to expand?
I shy away from the word trade show anymore because it's kind of a loaded term.
It kind of almost by default says the old. Way or the old show model that were the outdoor industry anyway, has become passé. And I think that whatever we're going to call the new show model you know, at big gear, we call it B2B2C or just simply like an inclusive platform that makes less of a deal of your categorical status.
You know, interestingly, you know, I, I have a, well, I don't have my badge on right now, but I came in the show and they had sort of parsed the show entry timing by what kind of badge you had. So it was like, you get an eight, if you have this badge, get an 11, if you have this badge
and you're not allowed in, if you don't have this badge.
So I think that determination of who occupies what is really difficult now because. You know, who is a retailer anymore? Who is a guide outfit or influence or media, et cetera. Um, even supplier brands have, have brand, like they have products with their brand name on it, you know, Gore, for example. So it's it's a fuzzier world when you make those determinations. So creating a more inclusive show experience is I think part of the, the future equation that'll make sense and will help to, you know, In concert with several other things that need to happen.
31:48 What, what do you think are a couple of the biggest, we talked about this before we hit the record button, about the state of the outdoor industry today. What do you think are a couple of the biggest challenges facing the outdoor industry today?
I think there's a lot of challenges. I think losing our neighborhood shops, you know, in the cities, primarily, I think shops and touch points at the trailhead and near put in and at the destinations. That's still relatively strong across the country. What I see is that the urban shops are really getting crushed.
Like they are, their costs are going up. Their inventory and open to buy situations are super stressed and they're just finding it hard to keep going. It's also a time of changeover. Like a lot of the shops like a 16 that were founded, you know, in the 60s and 70s. Those. Company owners are either looking to sell or turn over the younger generation may or may not be interested in running retail stores.
And so they're finding this, this time of change over is very active. And that's true in other, you know, related sectors like fly fishing and surf and others, but I think that's part of the challenge right now. We're still working through the inventory glut that happened from the disruption of the of the pandemic.
So get 1st. Sold, people sold everything they had and then they had nothing to sell. And then the product was getting delayed because factories were closed and then the shipping lanes were delayed because they couldn't have enough dock workers to even unload the ships. And so that just created this big lag time in the industry that we're still working through like that created this over inventory situation that we're still in right now.
37:40 How has sustainability been reflected at the Big Gear Show? What are some of the initiatives you guys have?
Well, I think on the brands and the product side, you could definitely feel it. A lot of. A presence and interest in that re commerce story. For us as a show producer, you know, shows are horribly wasteful historically.
So trying to minimize the flow of that you know, because we have such a small team, I was managing a lot of that myself. What was happening over on the outside festival side, we really wanted to participate in, but we weren't able to do it this year. But they had a composting aspect too. So they really activated a zero waste program that did a pretty good job, but it's pretty expensive because you've got to have people. Staff that are there saying, Oh, wait, that's not a composting thing. You got to put that over here.
And this is, it's sort of pre sorting. So they had staff at each of these 10 stations or however many there were. And so that's expensive because you just got to pay people for all the time that they're there, but very very impressive commitment from outside and their partners on, on the festival side of things, we want to implement. And so we've been paying close attention to. Like the flow of trash, you know, trashable things coming in. We had a space that we dedicated just for cardboard that could be reused storing it so that it was kept dry and viable. And then, you know, the companies that needed them at the end of the show, we had it for them.
So just reusing and being smarter about You know, everything from badge holders, which we didn't have, you know, no badge holders just printed on enough, you know, quality paper that it's going to stay in place and have a, have a badge holder design that is effective. And we only had that for the B2B day.
You didn't need badges or anything to come in with, we had digital waivers, so again, you know, just not piles of paper that you have to keep for years, we used a digital service for that. So. You know, little by little getting smarter as a event producer and bringing those bringing those solutions to bear at the show.
38:37 What are a couple of the brands or products you think are leading the way in sustainability?
I guess the small brand Stream2Sea they're called they're making a product that doesn't like it's a sunscreen product Skin care product I guess you'd say but even the packaging on it is thoughtfully designed so that it's biodegradable, you know over time not in your backpack, of course, but and they have a system for being able to return that, you know empty or recycle it So just you know little thoughtful things like that.
I think some of the different stove options, you know, I think one of the big stories coming out of the stove and cooking side is. Single use propane, you know, those green ubiquitous one pound propane bottles. And then we had a pellet stove coming from Timber Stoves.
There was quite a bit, actually, especially in one of the highlights of the show was the Founders Market, which was produced by Path Ahead Ventures, REI's program for lifting up. BIPOC and women-founded organizations. Cool. And a lot of those companies are really really carefully curated to bring like really thoughtful, more sustainable solutions to the market, as well as, you know, better solutions for groups that historically haven't been addressed, whether that's different body shapes or just, you know, disabled folks.
But that, you know, that's different than sustainability in a way. It is sustainability, but it's the same. Yeah. Way It's the same.
42:28 With all the talk lately of PFAS and things you know, we're discovering that are maybe worse off than we thought. How do you think, or do you think we can do more or maybe. Do some of it faster because it seems like maybe just, you know, guys like us, we're running out of time, but I think about my niece and nephew in the world, we're going to leave them and, you know, some of these things we've got to implement these programs like last week, and it seems like it takes a lot of energy and thought and conversation and things to get everybody's head around it to implement any thoughts on that.
Yeah, I'm pretty active in California with the California Direct Creation Partnership that I helped found back in twenty-eighteen in addressing these aspects because you know, the way that the legislation first came out was basically saying that at retail, there can't be p fast in any of the products you sell after January first twenty-five or whatever the date was, and this is like, hey.
Hold on a second. We, as the industry, believe in eliminating PFAS, just like we believe in eliminating BPA, just like we believe in using post-consumer recycled ingredients, and just like we believe in circular economy solutions. However, starting with the retail side starts with the horse's tail instead of the front.
Like you've got to start at the supply chain side. Get them to stop using it, and then you can regulate. If that's a word regulation-wise, you can, you know, move down the chain. So you start at the fiber manufacturer, then you go to the fabric manufacturer, then you go to the. Apparel manufacturer, then you go to the wholesaler, then you go to the retailer and then you go to the, you know, the consumer and give them a way to get rid of that stuff or to cycle it in a way that doesn't end up with just plastic in the ocean or in the landfill.
So I think more plastic in the ocean or the landfill. This is the reason why business. And government partnerships, you know, are the really so important to how we move forward, whether it is keeping PFAS out of our bodies and out of our ecosystems or doing a better job of working with tribes and taking that native knowledge and that stewardship mindedness.
Of, you know, thousands of years of indigenous presence and and honoring that all of these things mean disrupting the current flow. And that's hard. You know, if a river is flowing super fast, it's pretty hard to get it to move in a different direction. And that's what we're trying to do. We're changing the culture.
We're changing the entire culture of an industry, like changing our own personal culture. It's hard enough doing it for your family or your community is. Super hard and takes longer doing it for an entire industry that has all these moving parts across the country and across the globe like that's, that's going to take years.
So I think part of this is just learning to keep I had a coach when I paddled out rigor and he had this phrase, you know, we would use because outrigger races are sometimes. Really long like 20 miles 30 miles. Yeah, and it's just smooth power, like keep the pressure on keep applying the pressure. Don't burn yourself out because you've got an hour and a half more to keep paddling.
Don't run out. Don't burn yourself out, but smooth power, you know, and you'll keep keep the rhythm. Keep the power going. That's what we need. We need rhythm and we need, we need gentle applied power. That's. Consistent. Kind of like you and your podcast.
47:02 Where do you see the Big Gear Show in the next three to five years, say? What's that evolution look like?
I think we have to keep adapting and building this new model. And I think that the future of it is going to be more more events. Kind of surrounding the main event. So I guess I think of it as like a constellation of stars or something like we've created the critical mass in the center, and now we're just, you know, you, you mentioned ATT elevate.
Like I know Shannon's thinking about maybe that belongs in orbit with. The outside festival and the CEO summit idea. And I participated in an Asian outdoor leaders group meeting. They know little things that start to build around the core. People bring their sales meetings to town. That's always happened back at the old show, right?
Those are the things that create. The critical mass and get people to say, you know what, I really need to be there. And the more you do that across more sectors, across more job functions and you know, the workforce part of the industry, the more that'll bring the industry to bear. And create that critical mass.
So I think that's the future is continuing to work partnerships. I think partnerships are what fuel that that type of you know, critical mass building.
52:52 What is your favorite piece of outdoor gear under a hundred dollars?
I think last time I, I said headlamps and I still think headlamps are amazing.
56:58 Is there a memorable outdoor adventure or experience that has influenced your work side of the world?
Yeah, absolutely. One of my bigger adventures was skiing the high route across the Sierra from Independence to Fresno, basically.
Yeah. And I, in that experience because I was with Jeff Cooper, Dan Dalbera, and Suniva Sorby, it was great; it was pretty well documented. So I have images from that, and I can tell the story. It's a story that's relevant to people who want to ski the high route, but it's also relevant to a number of different objectives or just, um, inspiration for businesses who are facing challenges as a team or challenges as a marketplace.
And it's even helpful for for our journalists and people like I, I, I use that story was included in Jeannette Stawski's recent book, The Outdoor Leader recent book called The Outdoor Leader. So I have an excerpt in there from this trip that I did, you know, and that, that I learned so much about not just, you know, how to backcountry ski a multi day like big, big objective.
Yeah. Kind of thing, but also about leadership, about following, you know, when the right time is to be following and leading when the, when you're needed to be leading, and that is, It reminds me of kind of this uh, the dynamic in leadership. Like you don't always have to be the big, bad boss. You know, there's times to hand over the boss reins to your up and coming leader or identifying who is, who are your up and coming leaders and investing in them.
And then when the time comes, they have the skills and they have the ability to go out and go for it and take up, take the reins. And I learned a lot about that during this trip where I was not the trip leader. But I had to become the leader for, for at least a while away.
59:44 Do you have any advice for anyone looking to break into the outdoor industry?
My standard answer is for people who have, you know, been asking me this question for decades, I say, well, best way started retail, learn the retail ropes, go with the front lines, talk to people who are just getting into it or need a new piece of gear or need some advice about where to go and what to do. And you'll learn. Where the point pressure points are, where the pain points are, where the opportunities are, where the products are.
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Hello again everyone. Welcome to episode 451 of the Outdoor Biz Podcast. Today, I’m speaking with fellow OWAA member Emanuel Rose. Emanuel is an author, outdoorsman, and marketing expert. He says his love for the natural world has been a constant in his life, and he finds joy in exploring towering forests and the energy of the ocean. His childhood fantasy of discovering special wild places inspired him to write, and his children's book series is growing as a result of that passion.
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Show Notes06:10 Emanuel started writing in childhood, shifted to children's books for grandchildren.
09:41 Emanuel is working on two projects, one about mentoring Gen Z and the other for Gen Z on how to be dynamic individuals. They also wrote about the importance of showing leadership in detoxing from technology and triggering more outdoor time.
12:35 Started a podcast because I was seeking to engage in conversations, provide resources for marketing and AI, and inspire outdoor exploration and wilderness activities.
15:39 re: podcasts, as the host, having the talent and the control allows for selecting guests and topics based on personal interest and connection to outdoor retail wholesale space.
17:21 Authentic Marketing in the Age of AI-AI Marketing: The text is a conversation about the challenges of marketing in the modern world. It focuses on the importance of simplifying marketing efforts and getting back to basics, such as addressing people's concerns in a human-to-human manner and making transactions easy for them. The speaker emphasizes the need to move away from getting lost in key performance indicators (KPIs) and various tools, and instead, focusing on solving problems, providing solutions, and effectively communicating with people.
21:00 Daily Routine: Morning writing and client work, followed by leisure activities in the afternoon such as golf, workouts, or mini adventures. I can easily access nature within an hour.
25:54 Including specific details when reaching out to someone generates better questions and improves the interaction. It's a great tip for effective communication.
Emanuel's Childrens Books
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#writer, #marketing books, #children's books, #nature-themed books, #value clarification, #mentorship, #nature impact, #self-discovery, #authentic marketing, #OWAA, #fishing tips, #coaching, #simplifying marketing, #generative AI,
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Jonathan Chester has photographed on all seven continents, and specializes in documenting the wild, remote, and extreme and is equally at home in urban and rural settings, covering nature, landscapes, and environmental themes. He continues to guide and lecture on adventure cruises in the Arctic and Antarctic.
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Show Notes51:13 Thanks for tuning in to the Outdoor Biz Podcast. Visit our website for show notes and subscribe to never miss an episode. Spread the word and leave a rating on Apple Podcasts.
00:00 Jonathan Grew up in Adelaide, enjoyed nature, joined scouts, and wanted to be a scuba diver.
03:19 The University underwater club led to a scuba diving career.
07:41 you always learn more from getting into hairy situations and trouble than you do when everything goes smoothly.
When everything goes smoothly, it's like, it's too easy, right? The aphorism that, you know, good judgment is the product of experience, but experience quite often is a lot of bad judgment and a lot of sort of uncomfortable or difficult circumstances.
10:35 Decided not to be a guide, became a photojournalist and storyteller for 35 years.
14:08 Exciting sailing journey leads to Antarctic expedition.
18:27 Since 1978, Jonathan has sold photos and stories in magazines.
19:52 Had a career in presenting slideshows in Australia, learned power of storytelling, moved away from climbing and photography.
24:36 Struggling to retrieve rope, dropped camera lens, still works.
28:21 Advancements in power sources for remote travel and photography, including lithium battery packs and solar panels, have made it easier to stay charged while on the move. These technologies have also influenced the capabilities of drones for capturing aerial photography.
30:18 Travel and technology have unavoidable carbon costs.
35:30 Passionate about landscape photography, finds power in nature, and emphasizes creating rather than just taking photos. Utilizes zoom lenses for convenience.
37:15 Staying safe and comfortable while working in the field. Good gear, fitness, and routines are important for photography in challenging conditions. Multiple bodies are useful for quick changes.
40:28 Favorite piece of outdoor gear under a hundred dollars: I always wanna make sure I'm well hydrated and have some decent gloves.
41:58 Favorite book: one of the best reading books about the history of the Antarctic peninsula is called The Storied Ice by Joan Booth. And there's a wonderful biography of Frank Hurley by a colleague of mine, Alistair McGregor. Frank Hurley, A Photographers Life.
40:46 Outdoor essentials: hydration, layered gloves for photography, multi-functional trekking pole.
45:19 The author discusses the importance of photo books and collaboration with a writer, encouraging others to publish.
46:11 Jonathan is excited about the new climbing book, The Art of Climbing, by an Australian, Simon Carter. He's proud of his own books and admires wildlife photographers.
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#Jonathan Chester, #photo books, #polar bears, #Penguins, #wildlife photographers, #Patagonia, #microplastics, #environmental impact, #landscape photography, #adventure photography, #Mountain Travel Sobek, #Extreme Images, #sustainability, #conservation, #mountaineering, #historical mountaineering, #expedition narratives, #Antarctica history
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Hello again, everyone. Welcome to episode 449 of the Outdoor Biz Podcast. This week, I’m talking with Lauren Hefferon. Lauren has been a devoted cyclist for over 40 years. While in high school in Southern NH, Lauren discovered her passion for pedaling after a serious ski injury prevented her from downhill ski racing and playing many team sports. Upon graduation with a degree in Graphic Design in Mass Art, Laure decided to follow her entrepreneurial cravings and launched Ciclismo Classico. Their mission is to inspire active travelers to embrace cycling as a soulful form of travel that connects us with the world and to the passionate, curious, and creative human spirit.
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Show Notes00:00 Rick Saez shares outdoor industry insights, interviews, and product innovation on the Outdoor Biz Podcast.
03:30 Lauren grew up without a bicycle in the 1960s, until she got her purple Schwinn.
06:34 Art and curiosity drive Lauren's varied interest in anthropology.
11:21 After Cornell, Lauren toured Europe, worked as a tour guide in Italy.
13:30 Created educational bike tours, focused on teaching, not luxury. Started with Pisa to Florence itinerary.
17:21 Some of the early challenges were in bike quality and hotel operations.
20:59 Lauren believe in learning through bicycle tours.
24:25 Promotion of lesser-known trips in Italy creates a succession of tours.
27:57 The goal is to create memorable and safe experiences on bicycle trips, including organizing a surprise performance by the Cortina Choir in the Dolomites.
31:20 Switching from driving tours to biking trips, aiming for full human-powered travel, with exceptions for uninteresting or traffic-heavy stretches.
32:53 Gravel riding in Tuscany and other regions is popular.
35:25 Prefer phone calls for personal connection in planning bicycle trips. Focus on understanding and personalizing experience.
40:44 I love Mary Oliver's nature poems. They remind me to be grateful.
42:01 Cycling should be enjoyed at your own pace, not about speed or sleekness, akin to a ski vacation.
45:37 E-bikes are extending cycling age range and accessibility.
49:32 Lauren turned cyclist after a knee injury, emphasizing the importance of low-impact exercise.
51:13 Thanks for tuning in to the Outdoor Biz Podcast. Visit our website for show notes and subscribe to never miss an episode. Spread the word and leave a rating on Apple Podcasts.
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You can follow up with Lauren on Facebook and Instagram by email: and call her directly at: 617-640-4837. That's my cell phone. And then our 800 number is 1-800-866-7314. And our company is www.cyclismoclassico.com
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#Ciclismo Classico, #bike touring, #educational tours, #Italy, #guided tours, #safety clinics, #immersive experience, #cultural interaction, #ebikes, #adventure travel, #personalized experiences, #electric bikes, #environmental benefits, #eco-friendly practices, #gravel riding, #Piedmont, #Tuscany, #Sicily.
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This week I’m talking with Chris and Kelly Kibbee, founders of No Limits Scuba in Tempe Arizona. If you’re just discovering scuba or looking to go professional, No Limits Scuba sets you apart on your path, by offering the highest quality and standards for safety and fun.
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Show Notes06:25 Dream of scuba shop ownership fulfilled; now No Limits Scuba has been a full-time career for 11 years.
09:57 Thriving desert diving community offers surprising vibrancy.
11:23 Arizona and Colorado compete for most divers.
16:11 Training leads to becoming a diving instructor. Skills prepare for teaching and responsibility.
19:56 Progress through courses to gain new diving skills and specialties.
22:49 Gradual diving program tailored to individual goals.
24:44 Traveling fosters a sense of community through scuba diving, creating lasting connections with a group of dedicated individuals who become like family.
27:13 Instructor helped mentee become a successful scuba diving instructor.
30:21 Arizona offers diverse outdoor activities, including snowboarding and hiking. The state's geographical diversity allows for cooler, higher elevations just a few hours north of the valley, providing a refreshing escape from the heat.
36:15 Enjoys both biographies and fiction, recently read some of Nick Offerman's books, specifically recommending "Paddle Your Own Canoe" for its solid comedic approach to living a meaningful life and Dark Tower series by Stephen King.
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Hey everyone. Welcome to episode 447 of the Outdoor Biz Podcast. This week I’m talking with Cory Higgins, Cory is the Jetty Co-Founder and Chief Commercial Officer. One of his early memories of Jetty is Putting $200 in a trucker hat at Jerm's apartment by the Port Hole to pay his portion of starting the company and making their first 3 tees. They’ve come a long way since then!
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"Outdoor Adventures: So, yeah, I mean, there's so many memories of outdoor adventures."— Cory Higgins 00:03:4100:03:45
Entrepreneurship Journey: "And after college, we were sitting around. We were working on 9 to five. And on the weekends, we'd gather at the one guy's apartment and crack some beers and talk about starting a business and working for ourselves someday."— Cory Higgins 00:04:2000:04:57
Starting a Business in the Surf Industry: "And then we just kinda, like, sat on it for a minute, and I did some I did some of that backpacking in Australia."— Cory Higgins 00:04:5700:05:26
Following Your Passion: "Can I take a sabbatical from school and come run your screen printing department?"— Cory Higgins 00:06:2300:06:28
Marketing Strategy: "Our CEO and me would both be working behind the bar talking about in the summertime, we have a big influx of, tourists, and we'll just be talking about the company and selling t shirts and hats and promoting it. And then all those tourists would then go back to their hometowns in the winter with a new t shirt or hat, and then they would talk it up for us to their hometowns. Mhmm. It just kinda kept growing like that."— Cory Higgins 00:09:2100:09:45
B-Corp Impact: "And, he was like, you should look into becoming a B-Corp."— Cory Higgins 00:11:3100:11:33
Sustainable Fashion Trends: "Just trying to use more natural fibers and trying to get everything out of China that we can and diversify a whole lot more."— Cory Higgins 00:17:2700:17:36
Customer Feedback and Retailers: "Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. I mean, constantly taking feedback. I think the most feedback we take is from our retailers."— Cory Higgins 00:19:2400:19:30
"Product Line Growth and Feedback": "Just you take it all with a grain of salt because one opinion doesn't mean anything."— Cory Higgins 00:20:1700:20:21
Life's Journey: "You're on the path you're supposed to be on."— Cory Higgins 00:27:4400:27:46
Favorite Gear Under $100: NiteIze Biner Clips
Favorite Books: Start With Why by Simon Sinek, The Midnight Library by Matt Haig
Learn MoreYou can follow up with Cory on Linkedin, Instagram: cory_higgins and by email: [email protected]
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Keywords#Jetty, #B Corp certification, #outdoor lifestyle products, #surf lifestyle brands, #organic growth, #social media, #partnership, #collaborations, #product development, #natural fibers, #manufacturing, #US manufacturing, #community events, #international expansion, #young entrepreneurs, #outdoor gear
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Welcome to a podcast dedicated to outdoor enthusiasts looking to elevate their outdoor careers while embracing the freedom and joy of outdoor adventure. We dive deep into outdoor recreation, adventure travel and outdoor activities, helping you find the best outdoor jobs that fit your ideal outdoor life. Whether you're seeking career growth or just more time to get outdoors, we've got you covered.
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Today I’m speaking with Buttnski founder Kelly Mazanti. After leaving her corporate life in 2017, Kelly founded a brand design & strategy company, Pier Collective, which she ran for five years between LA and Breckenridge.
She is an alumnus of the CU Boulder Leeds School of Business with a degree in Marketing & Management. She recently had the opportunity to participate as a Capstone partner with the CU Boulder Master's of the Environment program.
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Show Notes04:53 Skiing memories shape who I am now.
09:10 Skiing, eighties shorts, parents in Colorado.
09:43 Woman keeps old fleece shorts for warmth.
15:27 Supplier flexibility allowed working with local and overseas.
17:18 Family and friends supported our business launch.
21:47 Learning new things, like dealing with customs.
25:20 Thrilled to partner with smart master's student.
27:44 Using local eco-friendly company for packaging materials.
29:27 Customs issue with sourcing animal products.
32:43 Learning the high cost of building a business.
37:25 Developing product line with local designers, prototypes.
41:18 Exciting event at Arapahoe Basin with free riders.
44:16 More women supporting each other in sports.
46:05 Advice: be prepared and buckle up.
46:45 Favorite Piece of Outdoor Gear: Tire Repair Kit with Bacon and Noss Tire Sealant
Favorite Book: Let My People Go Surfing, by Yvon Chouinard; Losing and Finding My Virginity by Richard Branson
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Keywords#small business, #retail partnerships, #local brand, #online sales, #brand awareness, #bootstrapping, ski resorts, #women's products, #winter sports, #summer activities, #outdoor industry, #sustainable materials, #local manufacturers, #eco-friendly
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Welcome to a podcast dedicated to outdoor enthusiasts looking to elevate their outdoor careers while embracing the freedom and joy of outdoor adventure. We dive deep into outdoor recreation, adventure travel and outdoor activities, helping you find the best outdoor jobs that fit your ideal outdoor life. Whether you're seeking career growth or just more time to get outdoors, we've got you covered.
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Welcome to episode 445 of The Outdoor Biz Podcast, today I’m talking with Jon Neff founder of SKU Candy. Jon is a passionate and experienced entrepreneur and the Sku Candy mission is to be the premier buying and selling wholesale marketplace in the Outdoor, Lifestyle, Surf, and Sporting Goods Categories.
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Show Notes09:25 Promotes positive interactions with shop owners.
11:28 Challenges of trade show marketing.
13:12 Creating a trustworthy brand message and distribution.
16:38 Brands cater to emerging businesses and offer help to grow.
20:27 Growth and challenges led to a successful platform.
24:13 Brands expanding into retail, LISS makes surfboard racks.
26:19 Pale Blue Earth offers rechargeable batteries to reduce pollution from disposable ones. They have a 1,000 charge cycle and a limited lifetime guarantee. Use code OD Biz Blue 15 for 15% off at paleblueearth.com.
31:22 Experienced person continues to get gear questions.
35:28 Encouragement to join the growing surfing industry due to diversification.
37:48 Developing new platform, "we call it V2'.
39:26 Brands and buyers seek new, unique, and innovative offerings for competitive advantage.
41:34 Favorite piece of outdoor gear under a hundred dollars: Outdoor Elements Fire Biner and a new brand, Fire Maple, from Asia, which won ISPO awards and offers the X2.
Favorite Books Jack Mars and Simion Sinek
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Learn MoreYou can follow up with Jon on Linkedin and by email: [email protected]
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Keywords#trade shows, #adventure products, #SKU Candy, #outdoor industry, #environmental issues, #technology in outdoor gear, #retail distribution, #direct-to-consumer, #REI Path Ahead Ventures, #alkaline batteries, #e-commerce challenges, #digital marketing, #sustainability practices, #1% for the planet, #sustainable materials, #wholesale marketplace, #Grand Trunk, #The Running Event, #Cotopaxi, #FireBeener, #Fire Maple
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Welcome to a podcast dedicated to outdoor enthusiasts looking to elevate their outdoor careers while embracing the freedom and joy of outdoor adventure. We dive deep into outdoor recreation, adventure travel and outdoor activities, helping you find the best outdoor jobs that fit your ideal outdoor life. Whether you're seeking career growth or just more time to get outdoors, we've got you covered.
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Welcome to episode of The Outdoor Biz Podcast, today I’m talking with Alex Brown from the Texas Outdoor Recreation Alliance. The Alliance was established to assemble an engaged network of outdoor enthusiasts, value aligned businesses, innovators, and workforce leaders; organized and resolved to continuously shape, grow, and elevate the Texas’ outdoor recreation ecosystem and natural resources it depends on.
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Show Notes04:34 Alex's says his passion for nature has always kind of been there. he was always the little kid now kind of running off into the woods or into the creek. They grew up around, and were in a pretty rural area, but you know, kind of on the outside of the suburbs, but had access to creeks and farm fields that they would climb fences and go over and, he was just always out there spending as much time as I could.
5:00 His Grandparents got him into nature camps as a kid when he was in elementary age and, learned a lot about it and just learned to appreciate it and learn to spend time in it and just valued it and kind of just stuck throughout the rest of his life
05:22 Alex's venture Geared Up was a startup that I saw as a way to maybe transition out of my career, which at that time was working as a project manager or a laboratory program manager with the DOD doing a lot of biomedical research programs
06:56 The inspiration came from a bit of a bit of situational awareness just keeping an eye on what was happening with the outdoor industry. Geared Up was my sort of inundation into, you know, the Outdoor Industry Association and ORR and all these resources. And I saw These offices of outdoor rec popping up across the different states.
And at that time I was looking for any kind of support I could get as a small business startup that was just, you know, burning the candle at all ends.
12:38 Coordinating various groups for networking and idea exchange.
15:25 Challenges in organization growth, prioritizing Texas first.
19:03 Collaborating with nonprofits for mission alignment, soon to be announced.
21:57 Launching platform, tapping into collaborative workspaces, engaging with local chambers of commerce.
24:05 Exciting developments in Texas, momentum building for the future.
26:16 Favorite Books: Into Thin Air and Unbroken
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Learn More Learn MoreThe Campaign website, which is: trailblazetx.com
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Keywords#Texas Outdoor Recreation Alliance, #Outdoor Recreation Brands, #outdoor industry, #networking, #fundraising, #Texas, #small businesses, #outdoor gear, #outdoor events, #collaboration, #non-profit organization, #economic impact, #infrastructure development, #outdoor space
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Welcome to a podcast dedicated to outdoor enthusiasts looking to elevate their outdoor careers while embracing the freedom and joy of outdoor adventure. We dive deep into outdoor recreation, adventure travel and outdoor activities, helping you find the best outdoor jobs that fit your ideal outdoor life. Whether you're seeking career growth or just more time to get outdoors, we've got you covered.
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Jake Wallace was born and raised in the corn fields of Iowa where he learned how to fix fences, build barns and generally throw hay bales larger than cows with ease. Life has been nothing but an adventure for Jake. In addition to working for NOLS Wilderness Medicine, he works as a professional mountain guide which takes him around the world to beautiful mountains and rivers alongside amazing people.
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Show Notes00:00 Experiencing outdoor adventures sparked lifelong enthusiasm.
03:59 Jake enjoys diverse pursuits and follows people they admire in various fields, such as outdoor education, leadership, and medicine. They believe in imparting wisdom and following the example of respected individuals.
07:04 Trauma where a dear friend was killed spurred career change and led to helping others outdoors.
11:13 Appreciating diverse cultures during travel.
15:52 Swift water rescue training in California, accident injures teammate.
18:13 Took first responder course, met friends, and kept up with instructors.
21:23 Wilderness medicine course with three instructors, 30 students, hands-on training, high exam pass rate.
25:32 It's important for groups and guides to push comfort levels for growth.
26:16 Learning to manage risk as I age, considering family and recovery ability and the importance of open communication in decision-making.
29:43 The future looks promising with growing outdoor interest, but time and money constraints may affect long outdoor courses like NOLS.
34:47 Advice for aspiring outdoor industry professionals: Respect the community, follow your passion, and learn from experienced mentors.
37:16 Favorite gear under $100: I've got this really old stuff sack that I think it was for a pair of skins from 15, 20, 20 years ago. That stuff sack
always has all of my favorite snacks in it, so I think my favorite thing is my snack bag.
38:15 Do you have a favorite book or two? Yeah, I read a lot. One of my favorite authors is Bill Bryson and a walk in the woods.
Another I can't think of right now. I think it's called the Emerald Mile.
40:42 Thanks for listening to the Outdoor Biz Podcast with Rick Saez. Visit our website for more info and subscribe.
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Learn MoreYou can follow up with Jake at [email protected] and NOLS on their website.
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Keywords#NOLS, #wilderness EMT training, #Lander, Wyoming, #risk mitigation, #outdoor activities, #Pale Blue Earth batteries, #outdoor safety, #Devil's Lake, #mountain river guide, #outdoor education, #outdoor gear, #risk management, #environmental stewardship, #Wilderness Medicine, #swift water rescue, #instructor training.
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