The Occupation Wild Podcast

Jack of all trades adventure man, Chris Whittaker, returns to the Occupation Wild podcast to give an exclusive insight on how he gets paid to travel the world!  If Chris’s name sounds familiar it’s because he was one of The Occupation Wild Podcast’s first guests and you can hear his full-origin story on episode 7!  Coming to us from Tanzania fresh-off an expedition climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro he details his life of adventure and his new course he just launched that teaches you the tips and tricks he’s cultivated after 8 years of getting paid to travel and live a life of adventure!  If 2020 has left you dreaming of travel then this episode is for you! 

How to Travel the World and Get Paid Course:

https://global-shenanigans.com/digital-courses/

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Alex Shaner was a 26-year-old Ocean Lifeguard for the city of Carlsbad when he broke his neck in a bodysurfing accident.  Paralyzed from the neck down, Alex was told he would never walk again, the avid surfer and waterman knew that would not be an option.  With what many would say was an impossible goal he returned to swim in the ocean a year later!   His long road to recovery did not stop there, now walking and living independently he’s set his sights on becoming a speaker to not only raise awareness about spinal cord injuries but to also use his voice and experience to inspire others!  One of the most powerful stories we’ve had the privilege to share on The Occupation Wild Podcast and a  true story of determination and how for some the love of the ocean is so strong they’ll fight as hard as they can to find their way back.  

Alex Shaner:

https://www.instagram.com/brokeneckbruddah/

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There are 143 Conservation Corps Programs in The Corps Network which employ around 25,000 young adults across America, but most people have no idea these opportunities exist! With projects ranging from trail constructs and invasive species removal in the backcountry to helping out local communities after natural disasters.  

We were so lucky that Hannah Traverse, Communications Manager, and Bobby Tillett, Member Services Manager, were able to stop by on the show and give us a better understanding of all things Conservation Corps! From the history and mission of The Corps Network to how they’re safely operating during COVID-19 and their diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.  If you’ve ever been interested in working one of the Conservation Corps jobs on Occupation Wild or curious about the career path this well-rounded episode is for you! 

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To celebrate all the snow we've been getting in the mountains we're throwing it back to a past episode with professional big mountain freeskier, Lexi duPont! 

 Lexi duPont sheds light on the world of a female big mountain skiing all while fighting to protect the environment she loves and lives for!  A mover and shaker in the skiing and conservation community Lexi just debuted her first directed film, “Shaped By Descent,” chronically her past 10 years of big mountain skiing in Alaska!  When’s she’s not on the road, Lexi lives in her totally sustainable and off the grid home in Revelstoke, British Columbia!

In this episode of The Occupation Wild Podcast Courtney and Nick sit down with Lexi to discuss big mountain skiing, the future of women in action/ adventure sports, using film as a medium of storytelling, eco-living, and how we can all do our part to protect the earth!

Charlotte Condy was living in LA, deep in the grind working two restaurant industry jobs, but spent her days dreaming of turning her passion for film photography into a career.  When COVID-19 first hit she found herself like so many others out of work and with ample free-time for thought and reflection.  Forever enamored with the idea of a Great American Road Trip she set off to see and document some of the US’s most iconic sights.  From the hoodoos in Bryce Canyon National Park to lobster rolls in Maine, her time on the road gave her the inspiration to leave behind the 9 to 5 and start her photography business! 

In this episode of The Occupation Wild Podcast, Courtney sits down with Charlotte to discuss what really keeps us stuck, adventure as a rite of passage, learning to ask for help, how being on the road can offer clarity, and how former podcast guests Kyle Cassidy (Episode 14) and William Griffin (Episode 35) have helped her on her journey! 

Charlotte:

http://www.charlottecondy.com/

https://www.instagram.com/charlottecondy_

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Sydney Krug was a college student who thought working one summer at Camp Matoaka in Maine would be a fun experience.  Three years later and now a Head Counselor, she credits that experience as one of the best decisions she ever made and now couldn’t imagine doing anything else once summer rolls around!  Not only does Sydney give us an amazing deep dive into the world of summer camp including what it’s like to be a counselor, the day to day of camp life, getting to explore Maine in your off time, and the lifelong friendships you create, Camp Matoaka is an employer on Occupation Wild and they just started their hiring for 2021!  They’re hiring Outdoor Adventure Instructors, Ropes Course Instructors, and Waterfront Instructors!  If this episode has left you inspired be sure to go to www.occupationwild.com/camp-matoaka and Apply Now! 

Apply to work at Camp Matoaka:

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Camp Matoaka on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/campmatoakaest1951/

Sydney Krug

https://www.instagram.com/sydneykrugx0/

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Shanely and Eric of Pangea Exploration found their dream job operating expedition and research charters throughout the world’s oceans!  They run adventure sailing voyages on the Sea Dragon a  72ft (22m), 90,000lb displacement steel-hulled sailing vessel that has circumnavigated the world twice. With over 220,000 nautical miles between the two of them, they are truly living life beyond 9 to 5 as they embark on various adventures from visiting remote islands in the South Pacific to introducing first-time sailors to the wonders of the ocean! 

In this week’s episode Courtney sits down with Shanely and Eric about how they got this dream job, why sailing is the best vehicle to experience travel, the importance of ocean conservation, how plastic is destroying our oceans, what it’s like to spend an extended amount of time at seas, and so much more!

Pangea Exploration:

https://www.panexplore.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/panexplore/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/panexplore

Documentary- Chasing Bubbles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ibP5IQxId34&list=PLk0nB03qHnayKPaNaFu523SJZHHsXJNMB

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When we think of #vanlife the first thought that comes to mind probably isn’t the rolling green hill and rugged coastline of Ireland, but Conor Hayes is changing that!  His wildly popular TikTok account @wanderlywagon which depicts his life surfing, exploring, and living the nomadic life in Ireland has amassed quite a passionate following! So passionate in fact he’s created a Patreon and community to help others around the world start their van life journeys!  

In this episode of The Occupation Wild Podcast, Courtney sits down with Conor to talk about all things van life from, buying, converting, and living in your first van, traveling Ireland, why Ireland is a world-class surf destination, and life as a nomad!

Conor Hayes

IG: https://www.instagram.com/visualjungle/

Patreon : https://www.patreon.com/wanderlywagon

TikTok : @wanderlywagon

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If you’ve been on Occupation Wild before the name Northwest Youth Corps probably sounds familiar!  Serving locations in Oregon, Washington, and Idaho they have become one of the most popular companies on the site.  We were lucky to have Nate Zantizinger, NWYC’s Community Engagement Manager come on as a guest to give us a better understanding of what it’s like to work at the Northwest Youth Corps!

Nate always loved the outdoors and took a detour from the traditional route in college which lead him to the Northwest Youth Corps and his passion for conservation work!  Nate walks us through his start in conservation corps work, what to expect in the field, what his team looks for when hiring field crew, and why work for NWYC or any conservation corps is a great place to start your outdoor career!  From getting to work outside every day, sleeping under the stars each night, and lifelong friendships, it's easy to see why so many people are applying to conservation corps jobs! 

Nate and Northwest Youth Corps

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Free Patagonia Documentary on Public Lands: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OGjnIG7puzY

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Elizabeth Sneed wasn’t born the Curvy Surfer Girl, she grew up far away from the ocean in rural Texas.  After surviving a near-death drowning experience at 14 she spent a large amount of her life terrified of the water, but now she lives in Hawaii, surfs every day, and is on a mission to expand the image of the surfer girl!

In this episode of The Occupation Wild Podcast Courtney sits down with Elizabeth to talk about why body positivity and representation matters in the surf industry, the courage it takes to defy the status quo, Elizabeth’s journey to Hawaii and her journey with surfing, and why no matter who you are everyone belongs in the ocean!  

Elizabeth: https://www.instagram.com/curvysurfergirl/

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