October 06, 2020

Episode 22: James Edward Mills & The Adventure Gap

50 minutes

In this episode, the oldest Cub Scout troop west of the Mississippi, Buffalo Soldiers, and diversity and inclusion. We talk with James Edward Mills, freelance journalist, independent media producer, author of ‘The Adventure Gap’, and creator of The Joy Trip Project.

Show Notes

00:35 – Introductions

06:30 – How James got started in the outdoors industry and his path to journalism

17:00 – Hope and positivity in a time of change

29:05 – The Buffalo Soldiers and the rich history of African-Americans in the outdoors

33:50 – Getting people outdoors and make the outdoors accessible to everyone

46:45 – Hope for the future

Mentioned in this Episode

The Adventure Gap (book)

An American Ascent (film)

The Joy Trip Project

Diversity and Inclusion In Our Wild Spaces (film)

The Pathways Project

The Ice Age Trail

Connect with James at The Joy Trip Project

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Our Co-hosts

Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject

Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen web: AdventurUsWomen.com

Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker web: SoCalHiker.net

Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music.

The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.

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