Outdoors & Offline with Bryan Schaeffer

In the studio with KEXP DJ Kevin, Jolene, and Jake Balyeat from the Bozeman Symphonic Choir to discuss the upcoming Bozeman Symphony debut of my animated film, The Stone Sings, set to Ola Gjeilo's four-part Sunrise Mass.

More information and tickets at: https://www.bozemansymphony.org/the-stones-sang

🎙️ Welcome to Outdoors! This show dives into the stories of adventurers, explorers, and travel writers who inspire us to view the world in new ways.

Today, we're excited to have Cass Overby, the author of "Europe on Foot," with us! Cass has trekked across Europe, uncovering hidden trails, charming villages, and life-changing experiences along the way. Her book serves as the ultimate guide for anyone dreaming of slow, immersive travel on foot—whether you're planning a long-distance trek or simply looking for a fresh way to explore Europe.

We'll discuss what it's like to discover Europe step by step, her favorite trails, and the stories behind her journey. So, lace up your walking shoes and get ready to be inspired!

📖Grab a copy of "Europe on Foot" on Amazon.

🌍 Learn more about Cass and her adventures at EuropeOnFoot.com

Now, let's get started! 🚶‍♀️🎧

Established in 1958, Wild Montana is a grassroots conservation organization created to protect and advocate for public lands. My family has experienced multiple wilderness walks across the state with the group over the past several years. Join me as I learn more about the organization and its happenings with Alex Blackmer, the Senior communications manager, and Zach Angstead, the Federal Legislative director.
Sign up for the email list and learn more at:
https://wildmontana.org/

Dr. Andy Luks explains altitude physiology and acute altitude illnesses. Learn practical steps on how to prepare for high-altitude environments.

Here are some great resources to learn about altitude illnesses.

How to prevent altitude sickness:

https://theuiaa.org/uiaa/how-to-avoid-and-prevent-altitude-sickness/

High Altitude Doctor:

http://www.highaltitudedoctor.org/

Recommendations for high-altitude travel:

https://theuiaa.org/mountain-medicine/medical-advice/

WMS Guidelines :

https://www.wemjournal.org/article/S1080-6032(19)30090-0/fulltext

Professor Devon Orme gives us a geology lesson on the area of Montana covered in the new The Last Best Trails book.

Instagram: @testresearchgroup

https://devonorme.com

Email: [email protected]

Buy the first edition signed book at:

www.thelastbesttrails.com

I met Sebastian on the Bozeman Hiking Forum Facebook group. It was the middle of a long, dark, and cold winter. I was looking for photo references to illustrate a few of the waterfalls I had yet to capture in the summertime. Sebastian has an expansive archive of hiking photography from his Bozone adventures. Join us as we take a spring stroll up the college "M" trail and talk about the upcoming season on the trails.

Follow Sebastian on Instagram @sebawebba

Learn more about the new guide book at: www.thelastbesttrails.com

Co-founder and Editor of Outside Bozeman print magazine talks about its inception in the 1990s and what makes the "Bozone" a mecca for outdoor recreationists and sportsmen.

Contact Outside Bozeman Magazine:

https://outsidebozeman.com/company/contact

The Last Best Trails Book avialble May 3rd

www.thelastbesttrails.com

Montana's human stories go deeper than the dominant narrative - the turmoil of the 1800s. Montana is unique in the US. Its indigenous people historically had no permanent camps. The intense seasons created nomadic cultures with annual migrations for hunting, gathering, and interacting with other groups. These traditions lasted thousands of years. Join Shane and me as we discuss human migrations in Montana.

Read Shane's Yellowstone article in Mountain Outlaw Magazine.

Actors: Making Meaning and Medicine in the Land of the Burning Ground - Mountain Outlaw (mtoutlaw.com)

I'm speaking with ultraneering athlete Jenny Abegg about her upbringing and progression of sport from rock climber to creating an unprecedented new high traverse across the North Cascades with Kaytlyn Gerbin.

Read: the North Cascades High Traverse 

Watch: The High Route | The North Face  

Follow Jenny on Instagram: @jabegg

Follow Bryan on Instagram for The LastBest TRAILS multimedia book project updates: @bryanschaeffer

Bringing a communication device, going with a partner and dressing for the conditions are the big 3.

#1 is not going anywhere alone.  Some of our most difficult rescues are people that have gone solo somewhere.  When people bring another person they have someone who can call for help if they aren’t getting cell reception, provide extra clothing, food and water, or help stabilize the injury until we get there.

 Having another person is crucial.  That would cut down 50 percent of our calls.  

People are still going to get hurt, but with another person, they self-rescue. 

https://gallatincomt.virtualtownhall.net/search-and-rescue

https://www.friendsgcssar.org/