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Ep. 1082: Kix Marshall - Motorcycling to Ushuaia Jun 18, 2025

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Motorcycle Travel: Epic Journey from Canada Through Central and South America – Embracing Local Culture, Unexpected Opportunities, Darien Gap Challenges, Mudslides, Amazing People, Foods, Coffee, and the Freedom of Two-Wheeled Adventure.

In this episode, Kix Marshall shares his adventurous experiences traveling from Canada through Central and South America on his motorcycle, highlighting the importance of local culture, unexpected opportunities, and the freedoms that come with motorcycle travel. He discusses amazing people he met along the way, the Darien Gap, mudslides, and amazing foods and coffee. If you love travel, then this episode is for you.

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Ep. 1081: Chris Whittaker - Sea Kayaking the Inside Passage Jun 13, 2025

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Sea Kayaking: 72-Day, 1600 km Expedition from Lund BC to Skagway AK – The For Fun’s Sake Journey with Wildlife Encounters, Humpback Whales, Killer Whales, Grizzly Bears, Remote Camping, and Inside Passage Navigation Challenges.

Sea Kayaking! 72 days. 1600 km. From Lund BC to Skagway AK. What an amazing trip from Chris Whitaker! This is a revisited episode, but what an adventure! Chris named this trip "The For Fun’s Sake Expedition," Some highlights include wildlife encounters like humpback whales, killer whales, and grizzly bears, as well as the challenges of remote camping and navigation through the pervasive islands of the North Pacific Inside Passage.

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Ep 1080: Colby Brokvist - 20 Years Guiding Jun 11, 2025

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Adventure Guiding: Leading Expeditions with Over 20 Years of Experience – Challenges, Rewards, Conservation, Group Dynamics, Risk Management, Emotional Breakthroughs, and Fostering Connections to Nature and Self-Actualization.

Today, Curt Linville interviews Colby Brokvist, a seasoned adventure guide with over two decades of experience. They discuss Colby's journey in guiding, the challenges and rewards of leading expeditions, and the importance of connecting with nature. Colby shares insights on the role of guides in conservation, the balance between passion and profession, and the essential people skills needed in guiding. Through engaging stories and personal experiences, they explore how adventure can foster connections and promote environmental stewardship. They discuss the importance of positive group dynamics, the emotional breakthroughs that can occur during challenging outdoor experiences, and the role of guides in facilitating self-actualization. The conversation also delves into risk management, decision-making in group settings, and the significance of communication in outdoor adventures.

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Waypoint Guide Academy

Waypoint Instagram

The Professional Guide's Handbook

Colby's Instagram

Colby's Linktree

www.adventuresportspodcast.com

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Adventure Guiding

02:59 Colby's Journey in Guiding

05:56 Challenges and Rewards of Guiding

08:50 The Importance of Connection with Nature

12:01 The Role of Guides in Conservation

14:55 The Path to Becoming a Guide

17:57 Passion vs. Profession in Guiding

21:00 People Skills in Guiding

24:12 Conflict Resolution in Group Dynamics

28:51 The Power of Positive Expedition Behavior

30:06 Self-Actualization Through Adventure

31:53 Guiding as a Journey of Self-Discovery

34:04 Emotional Breakthroughs in Adventure

36:01 The Role of Guides in Personal Growth

36:56 Navigating Challenges in Guiding

40:10 Risk Management in Group Adventures

45:56 Making Tough Decisions as a Leader

52:02 The Importance of Communication in Adventure

55:58 Professional Development in Guiding

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1079: Ryan Van Duzer - Major Biking Adventures Revisited Jun 06, 2025

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Bike Touring: Ryan Van Duzer Shares Epic Human-Powered Bike Journeys, Joyful Adventures on Two Wheels, and Insights from His Latest Book.

If you love the idea of seeing the world on two wheels, human powered, and joyfully, then this is the episode for you! Mason Interviews Ryan Van Duzer about his many bike journeys as well as regarding the book he released a couple years back. Don't forget to visit Ryan's YouTube channel for more. Go bike touring!

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1078: Krista Halling - Adventuring with Dogs! Jun 04, 2025

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Hiking with Dogs: Essential Trail Etiquette, Situational Awareness, Puppy Exercise Guidelines, Health Benefits, and Responsible Adventuring with Your Canine Companion.

Curt Linville and Krista Halling discuss the essential aspects of hiking and adventuring with dogs. They cover dog etiquette on trails, the importance of situational awareness, and the health benefits of outdoor activities for dogs. Krista shares insights on puppy development and exercise guidelines, emphasizing the need for gradual training and the significance of being an advocate for your dog's well-being. The conversation highlights the joy of shared experiences between dogs and their owners, encouraging responsible pet ownership and outdoor exploration.

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1077: Scott Miller - Mississippi Canoeing Speed Record Revisited May 30, 2025

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Mississippi River Canoeing: Setting the Speed Record Down the Full Length – Inspirational Journey, Epic Stories, and What It Takes to Paddle America's Iconic River.

Journey back to 2023 with us as Scott Miller shares his inspirational story of setting the Mississippi canoeing speed record down the full length of the river. This was one of our more popular episodes, filled with really great stories about what it takes to canoe down America's iconic Mississippi.

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Ep 1076: The Secret Episode - Sasquatch! May 27, 2025

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Sasquatch Encounters: True Bigfoot Story from Winter Camping Between Trinity Atomic Bomb Site and Roswell – Unexplained Mysteries, Strange Places, and Campfire Tales of the Unknown.

Sasquatch! Bigfoot! Yeti! What is going on here?!!! Join us for a fun (and true) potential bigfoot encounter that happened between the Trinity Site of the first atomic bomb and Roswell NM, where secrets abound. This is a different type of episode, but one that makes a great campfire story. This is about camping in winter in strange places and having unexplained encounters with the unknown. Really? Yes, really. But I leave it up to you to decide what really happened.

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Ep 1075: Chris Fisher - 58 14ers in One Winter Revisited May 23, 2025

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Winter 14ers: Climbing All Colorado 14ers in One Winter – Mason and Chris Fisher Share the Epic, Beautiful, and Threatening Adventure. We all love 14ers, but climbing them all in one winter is crazy! Listen in as Mason and Chris Fisher explore his amazing story. There are few things as beautiful or as threatening as winter 14ering. Big adventure, big fun!

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Ep 1074: Anna McNuff - Mega Adventurer May 20, 2025

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Running: Anna McNuff on Transitioning from Aspiring Olympian to Epic Adventures, Running Barefoot Across Britain, Motherhood Lessons, Mental Fatigue in Endurance Challenges, and Inspiring Personal Growth Through Living in the Moment. In this episode of the Adventure Sports Podcast, Curt Linville welcomes back Anna McNuff, a renowned adventurer and author. They discuss Anna's incredible journey from aspiring Olympian to a life filled with extraordinary adventures, including running barefoot across Britain. Anna shares insights on how her adventures have shaped her approach to motherhood, the challenges of parenting, and the lessons learned from both experiences. The conversation delves into the motivations behind her barefoot running challenge, the preparation involved, and the realities of navigating various terrains. Anna's stories inspire listeners to embrace adventure and the beauty of living in the moment. In this engaging conversation, Anna Mcnuff shares her experiences of endurance challenges, the mental fatigue that accompanies them, and the balance between adventure and motherhood. The dialogue emphasizes the importance of personal growth, the ripple effect of adventure, and the encouragement to pursue one's passions.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Adventure and Anna McNuff

02:46 From Olympian Dreams to Adventure

05:52 The Challenges of Motherhood and Adventure

08:50 Lessons from Adventure Applied to Parenting

11:53 The Journey of Barefoot Running in Britain

14:59 The Motivation Behind the Barefoot Challenge

17:58 Navigating the Terrain: Running Surfaces and Routes

27:33 The Dangers of Adventure

28:40 Mental Fatigue in Endurance Challenges

31:02 Balancing Adventure and Parenthood

32:11 The Shift in Adventure Goals Post-Children

38:19 Embracing a Nomadic Lifestyle

49:12 Overcoming Challenges in the Wild

53:26 The Ripple Effect of Adventure and Influence

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Ep 1073: David Smart - Climbing - About Royal Robbins May 16, 2025

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Climbing: David Smart on His Book Royal Robbins: The American Climber – Early Days of Trad and Sport Climbing, Royal Robbins' Legacy, and Inspiration to Lean Into Dreams for Lasting World Impact. Learn about the early days of climbing as Mason interviews David Smart about his book, Royal Robbins: The American Climber. This revisited episode inspires us to lean into our dreams; you just might make a lasting impact on the world! Learn about trad climbing and sport climbing from the early days.

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