Adventure Bound

On this episode, we sit down with two veterans who celebrated getting out of the military with a coast to coast bicycle trip across the United States. From New York to Washington, they biked over 5,000 miles, through 20 states in 85 days! Along the way, they met some incredible people and saw some beautiful country, creating memories that will last forever. If you have ever wanted to take the trip of a lifetime, but feel that something has been holding you back, then this is the episode for you!

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On this episode, we hear from Kate Ginsbach who is a perpetual mountain bike competitor. She is no stranger to biking a hundred miles in a single race and finds herself competing on the national and international stage year after year. All of this, while she's a full-time law school student studying for the bar exam. If you ever thought there wasn't enough time in your day or wanted to get more serious about mountain biking, then this episode is for you!

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On this episode, we hear from John Wilson, who is a Vietnam War veteran, former airline pilot and an avid fly fisherman. He calls the Sierra Nevada mountain range home, but he frequently travels all over the western United States in search of the best trout rivers. Recently, he has been traveling to the Patagonia region of South America and he shares some insight on his travels there and discovering the unbelievable beauty that region has to offer.

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On this episode, my wife and I talk about our humble beginnings of discovering adventure and exploring the great outdoors. Zion National Park sparked our love of the parks and beauty of the West. Then we go in-depth about Lake Tahoe and a few of our favorite places, as well as some of our most treasured gear we've acquired along the way.

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We hear from Megan Barber who is a full-time writer for curbed.com, expert when it comes to all things #vanlife and also the founder of the "Cool Campers, Vans, RVs and Trailers" Facebook group. We discuss what Van Life is, how it's a game-changer for getting to the outdoors more easily and some of the perks of going small in a van vs. a traditional RV. If you've ever wanted to learn more about what #vanlife means and how how you can get into a van of your own, then this is the episode for you!

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Here's the link to her awesome facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CamperVanRVsTrailers/

Here's the link to her custom Sprinter Van build, by Sportsmobile West: https://www.curbed.com/2018/7/11/17550142/camper-van-conversion-vanlife-sportsmobile

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Adventures in National Parks, Forests & Wild Places - Facebook Group

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On this episode, we hear from Jon Cameron who is a Navy Vet turned real estate investor and outdoor enthusiast. Any chance he gets, he's usually headed to the mountains with his fiancée and adventure pup. He shares what it means to become a good outdoor photographer, details of his epic 20,000 mile road trip across North America and a few scary stories from the backcountry. If you've always wanted to spend more time outdoors, but have been looking for a little inspiration, then this episode is for you!

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Adventures in National Parks, Forests & Wild Places - Facebook Group

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On this episode we hear from Matt Davidson, who is a long-time member of the U.S. Army's official Parachute Team, The Golden Knights. His specialty is 8-way formation skydiving and has several national and international gold medals and world records to his name. When he's not jumping out of airplanes 8-12 times a day, Matt often finds himself outdoors rock climbing or hiking with his family. As if that's not enough, he is also a DJ on the side, continually finding ways to connect with those around him through the music he enjoys. If you want to learn more about greatness through the eyes of an extreme athlete and world champion, then you've come to the right place!

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Adventures in National Parks, Forests & Wild Places - Facebook Group

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On this episode we hear from Jessie King; an All-American adventure seeker who is living a life so few experience - flying jets for the Navy. In her free time, she's usually found riding motorcycles, downhill skiing or climbing mountains and is no stranger to living life on the edge. We learn all about her journey in becoming a Fighter Pilot and how she's currently instructing the next generation of Naval Aviators, while still finding time to get away to the outdoors. If you want to learn more about flying at the speed of sound and living an adventurous life, then look no further!

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On this episode, we hear from Catherine Johnson who is a full-time librarian and equally active adventure seeker. She discusses her love for living in big cities, yet still finds ways to escape to the great outdoors. We discuss what it's like hiking with a baby as a new Mom and go in-depth about a recent NOLS backpacking trip she completed in the Wind River Range of Wyoming.

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Adventures in National Parks, Forests & Wild Places - Facebook Group

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At just over 80 years old, legendary skydiver and coach "Iron" Mike Schultz has been skydiving before most people listening to podcasts were even born. With over 10,600 jumps and several records to his name, he is well-known throughout the sport parachuting community and easily ranked among the top 1% of all-time skydivers. Mike discusses the history of skydiving, what having courage really means, his role with the Naval Academy Parachute Team and why it's better to be a "glad I did, than a wish I had..."

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Adventures in National Parks, Forests & Wild Places - Facebook Group

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Rob's YouTube Channel

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