Today’s episode is a special one — it’s a course reveal for the 2025 Wilderness Traverse, the iconic Canadian adventure race and this year's ARWS North American championship. This event has long been a staple in the North American adventure racing calendar, known for its challenging terrain, demanding navigation, and classic Canadian spirit.

Joining the show are Event Director Bob Miller and Race Coverage Lead Wayne Leek. Together, they pull back the curtain on this year’s course, offering a preview of what lies ahead — strategic route choices, paddle lengths and portages, and the sweet spot between challenge and fun. Whether you’re a veteran racer or a first-time TDZ listener, this conversation serves as a solid introduction to the course, the terrain, and what is in store for the racers.

Let’s get into it.

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Shownotes:

Main Page: https://www.wildernesstraverse.com/

Live Coverage page: https://www.wildernesstraverse.com/2025wtcoverage

Direct tracking page: https://live.enabledtracking.com/traverse2025/

Sponsor Links:

American Himalayan Foundation - https://www.himalayan-foundation.org/