Best Paddling Adventures Radio Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 487: You are never too old to paddle; The Maine canoe builders of Atkinson; College credit for kayaking 1:01:53

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Episode 487~ June 19, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics A group of seniors prove that you are never too old to start paddling Two men, 50 years of friendship and more than 2000 wood canvas canoes built in Atkinson, Maine Go to the University of Montana and get a credit for learning to kayakBy SR

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Episode 486: The rescue of Tomata; A paddler pens a mental health letter; Bigfoot lives in Colorado 1:03:39

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Episode 486 ~ June 12, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics When a group of kayakers set out to run waterfalls and it ends up in a different kind of rescue mission A paddler who is burning the candle at both ends, and in the middle, penned a mental health letter Rafters have seen Bigfoot on a trip in Colorado. But we have different ideas on what it was…

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Episode 485: Grey Owl Paddles under new ownership; Hallucinogenics in the backcountry; What outdoorsy books are you reading? 1:18:15

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Episode 485 ~ June 5, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics After 50 years in business, Grey Owl Paddles has new owners Taking hallucinogenics in the back country. What could possibly go wrong? Sean has been reading a lot of outdoor themed books lately. What are you reading?By SR

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Episode 484: Mississippi Headwaters Board installs signs; 32 day Patagonia kayak trip; Does paddleboarding cause heart attacks? 59:08

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Episode 484 ~ May 29, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics The Mississippi Headwaters Board has installed signage to help guide paddlers along routes in northern Minnesota Three kayakers have completed a 32 day kayaking trip through remote Patagonia Researchers say standup paddleboarding could lead to life threatening health problems even in fit people…

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Episode 483: What is the Open Canoe Association (OCA); Paddle out against sewage protests; Mountain Equipment Company sold again 58:30

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Episode 483 ~ May 22, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics What is the Open Canoe Association (OCA) and what do they do? Thousands of people paddling out to protest against sewage spilling into UK waters The Mountain Equipment Company (MEC) has been sold once more and this time back into Canadian handsBy SR

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Episode 482: Cape Flattery to Miami paddling trip; Want to paddle the Northwest Passage; Sky View tents 1:19:10

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Episode 482 ~ May 15, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics The season of paddling trips has begun and one man is paddling from the north western tip of the United States to the south eastern tip Do you want to paddle the Northwest Passage? There is a chance you could join West Hansen in 2026 Sky View tents give a great view of the night sky through the mesh …

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Episode 481: 7 best water shoes and how to choose; Al Faussett waterfall paddler in 1926; Australia’s ‘Paddle Forward 32’ 1:09:40

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Episode 481 ~ May 8, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics There is a lot of factors that go into your choice of water shoes. We talk about 7 of the best ones and how to make your decision Al Faussett was a man way ahead of his time. He was running huge waterfalls with carved out logs way back in 1926 Australia has put forth its ‘Paddle Forward 32’ plan which…

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Episode 480: Sean’s Sunday paddle; Canoe Museum’s Builders in Residence; Unauthorized test symbols on PFDs 1:09:58

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Episode 480 ~ May 1, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics Sean went out for a paddle on his local river to spend an enjoyable morning soaking up the sunshine, enjoying the scenery and picking up trash The Canadian Canoe Museum is launching it’s Builders in Residence program There is a personal flotation company that has put unauthorized UL Solutions test and…

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Episode 479: LA 2028 Olympic paddle sports; 8 must see Boundary Waters waterfalls; Help track wildlife in Indiana 1:08:06

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Episode 479 ~ April 24, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics A decision has been made on which paddle sports are going to be at the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles If you are heading to the Boundary Waters, there are at least 8 waterfalls you may want to check out Indiana’s Department of Natural Resources is looking for paddlers to help track wildlife while out…

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Episode 478: A new children’s book by Kevin Callan; Mediterranean dugout canoe seafarers; Spring water safety reminder 1:21:51

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Episode 478 ~ April 17, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics Kevin Callan chats about his new children’s book ‘A Spark of Courage‘ Evidence shows that Hunter-Gatherers were crossing the Mediterranean in dugout canoes 8,500 years ago It is spring time and we need to thing about cold water safety when heading out on the water…

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Episode 477: Paddling surging in China; Bronze Age Scandinavian sea canoes; Kayaks for turkey hunting; Surface Water & Ocean Tech satellite 1:10:01

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Episode 477 ~ April 10, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics Paddling sports are taking off in China Bronze Age Scandinavians may have traversed the open seas in large canoes If you are into turkey hunting, a kayak may give you an edge Using the Surface Water and Ocean Technologies satellite (SWOT) to study water bodies and measure flow…

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Episode 476: Outdoor Odysseys’ Analog Adventure; ICF Paddle Summit; Adirondack Paddling Symposium; Rafting after Helene 1:13:26

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Episode 476~ April 3, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics Outdoor Odysseys Sea Kayaking is offering an incentive to disconnect from technology The International Canoe Federation (ICF) just held its inaugural Paddle Summit in Hangzhou, China Are you heading to the Adirondack Paddling Symposium for 4 days of fun and education? There are a lot of changes to ra…

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Episode 475: Hot air balloon and kayaks; Old Towns 5 new watercraft; Intermittently open/closed lakes and lagoons 1:06:05

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Episode 475~ March 27, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics A hot air balloon + kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards = fun in Canberra Old Town has launched 5 new watercraft What are intermittently open and closed lakes and lagoons?By SR

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Episode 474: QAS Episode 3: Trapper Haskins on the Mississippi; Kevin Callan’s QAS thoughts; Jerry Vandiver & Caitlin Evanson 1:17:26

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Episode 474~ March 20, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics Trapper Haskins talks about his book Crooked Old River and the many parts of the Mississippi River journey that inspired it Kevin Callan gives his thoughts on the Quiet Adventures Symposium and answers a few questions As per tradition, Jerry Vandiver and Caitlin Evanson close out our Quiet Adventure…

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Episode 473: Quiet Adventures Symposium Episode 2, Solo kayaking the Maine Island Trail 1:04:49

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Episode 473~ March 13, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics Tim Gallaway sat down with Sean at the Quiet Adventures Symposium to talk about solo kayaking the Maine Island TrailBy SR

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Episode 472: Quiet Adventures Symposium; Wolf Moose Foundation; Michigan Waterways Stewards 1:22:23

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Episode 472~ March 6, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics Cynthia Donovan talks about the Quiet Adventures Symposium Michael George talks about the Wolf Moose Foundation and the research they are doing on Isle Royale Mike Stout of the Michigan Waterways Stewards talks about their efforts in cleaning up Michigan’s waterways…

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Episode 471: Toronto Outdoor Adventure Show; AirLounger and Canoe IV chairs from Crazy Creek; Fritz T. Sprandel ~ Adventure On A Dare 1:12:27

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Episode 471~ February 27, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics Sean spent the weekend at the Toronto Outdoor Adventure Show Crazy Creek has two new additions to their outdoor seating: the AirLounger and the Canoe IV Who is author of Adventure On A Dare Fritz T. Sprandel?By SR

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Episode 470: Jackson Kayak acquires Eddyline Kayak; People heading out despite fee increases / inflation; Illegal rafting in Ocho Rios 1:07:47

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Episode 470~ February 20, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics Jackson Kayak has acquired Eddyline Kayak and this is a good thing Despite fee increases and inflation, people are still heading outdoors and will continue to do so Illegal rafters in Ocho Rios have been told to stop operating due to security concerns and non-registration…

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Episode 469: Kevin Callan, a voyageur canoe and you?; Junior SUP racing rule change; A Guide To Fighting For Wild Rivers 1:08:39

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Episode 469~ February 13, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics Kevin Callan in a voyageur canoe paddling Lake Superior and you could go with him The ICF has introduced a rule change that affects Junior SUP Racers, and it is has a bit of controversy The new video ‘A Guide To Fighting For Wild Rivers’ looks at a proactive method of protecting wild rivers…

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Episode 468: Have the map & compass had their day?; The Venice of Africa; Sean’s Paddling Weekends Project 1:12:09

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Episode 468~ February 6, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics Do people need the map and compass anymore or is should we all be relying on our GPS gadgets? In the country of Benin in West Africa lies a city known as the Venice of Africa Limited vacation time plus creative thinking equals Sean’s new paddling project for the spring, summer, and fall…

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Episode 467: The inaugural Hamilton Adventure Expo was awesome; Best paddling spots in the Bahamas 1:21:18

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Episode 467~ January 30, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics Sean & Derek headed out to attend the inaugural Hamilton Adventure Expo and quite enjoyed everything it had to offer If you are looking to go to the Bahamas, here are some of the best paddling spots to check out and some tips to help you have a good experience…

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Episode 466: Huka Falls kayak warnings; Canoe business leaves a 60 year legacy; Retaining a connection to Country 1:06:57

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Episode 466~ January 23, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics Champion kayakers going over Taupo’s Huka Falls have prompted the need for warnings from officials A canoeing and outdoor business is closing, leaving a 60 year legacy of conservation and river stewardship Elders from the coast of Arnhem Land are determined to keep the connection to Country strong…

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Episode 465: Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore; The EXPLORE Act; Last of Estonia’s master canoe builders 1:09:51

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Episode 465~ January 16, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore is a beautiful must see area along Michigan’s Upper Peninsula The EXPLORE Act has been into law and benefits outdoor recreationalists of all kinds With only 5 master canoe builders left, is Estonia on the brink of losing a piece of their cultural heritage?…

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Episode 464: Paddling in Suffolk on the rise; Canoeing across the Atlantic; Epic kayak trip with a traditional Inuit diet 1:16:24

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Episode 464~ January 9, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics Paddling in Suffolk is on the rise with all types of paddle craft being enjoyed First someone starts kayaking across the Atlantic and now someone is following in a canoe Imagine a 3000 km kayak trip up the coast of Greenland. Now imagine eating nothing but the traditional foods of the Inuit.…

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Episode 463: Holy Cow Canoes; Marine and Safety Tasmania (MAST); Upcoming 2025 outdoor shows 1:01:49

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Episode 463 ~ January 2, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics Holy Cow Canoes have been around quite a while and Derek loves his Marine and Safety Tasmania (MAST) has some important information for the busiest time of year on the water Sean and Derek are making their list and checking it twice. The 2025 outdoor shows are starting already.…

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Episode 462: Alpacka Raft Rendezvous; A lost traditional Haida canoe in the forest; Wilderness Systems Tactical Pro 128 1:02:57

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Episode 462 ~ December 26, 2024 Podcast Info / Topics Alpacka Raft has released a lightweight tandem ‘canoe’ that weighs 10 pounds A traditional Haida canoe has been found deep in the Alaskan forest and may be a missing link in Haida and Tlingit canoe building Wilderness Systems is releasing a new fishing kayak with bass boat features; the Tactical…

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Episode 461: Sean’s day out paddling; Urban kayak art crawl; Paddling from Dublin to Istanbul 1:09:22

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Episode 461 ~ December 19, 2024 Podcast Info / Topics Sean went out for a kayak paddle and then a canoe paddle and the day did not turn out as expected, but he did learn a lot of things What if you could paddle a kayak down an urban river and check out art installations from the water? Two Irish gents are in the middle of a paddling trip from Dubli…

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Episode 460: Texas Water Trail information website; How rafting can bring families together; Flathead National Forest permit update 1:15:23

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Episode 460 ~ December 12, 2024 Podcast Info / Topics There is a website that has information on over 80 water trails throughout Texas, and it is easy to use Five ways that whitewater rafting can bring families together The Flathead National Forest asked for public input on whether they should automatically renew outfitter permits for another 10 ye…

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Episode 459: Georgia’s hidden coastal trails; Green Kayak catching on; Tasmania, Bali, Singapore, Philippines 1:05:04

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Episode 459 ~ December 5, 2024 Podcast Info / Topics There are 5 hidden paddling spots on Georgia’s coastal region Green Kayak is catching on in places like Denmark, Japan, and Germany Paddling topics from Tasmania, Bali, Singapore and the PhilippinesBy SR

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Episode 458: Two celebrities first kiss is in a canoe; 5 New Zealand paddling tours; Keeping Lancaster, PA paddlers safe 1:12:48

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Episode 458 ~ November 28, 2024 Podcast Info / Topics Two celebrities had their first kiss in a canoe and that led to 30 years of marriage 5 paddling tours you may want to check out if you are New Zealand bound Retired instructor helping keep paddlers in Lancaster Pennsylvania safeBy SR

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Episode 457: Separate Georgia paddlers and fisherman; Cyril Derreumaux and the Atlantic Ocean; What kind of gear cleaner are you? 1:14:21

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Episode 457 ~ November 21, 2024 Podcast Info / Topics There is a push to separate paddlers from fishermen when it comes to water access in Georgia Cyril Derreumaux is gearing up for his trans-Atlantic paddle starting mid-December What kind of person are you when it comes to cleaning up your gear after a trip?…

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Episode 456: Kevin Callan’s 5 gear picks for 2024; Paraplegic paddlers on the Zambezi; Missing kayaker may not be missing 1:05:17

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Episode 456 ~ November 14, 2024 Podcast Info / Topics Kevin Callan’s latest Explore Magazine article talks about his 5 top most useful gear picks for 2024. A trio of paraplegic paddlers took a 300km paddle down the Zambezi River. Accessibility has come a long way. A missing kayaker, a search party, and clues that may point to a faked death.…

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Episode 455: Derek’s November canoe trip; French River PP reservation changes; Canyonlands NP sediment slump 1:04:34

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Episode 455 ~ November 7, 2024 Podcast Info / Topics Derek headed north in what may be his last canoe trip of the year… maybe…. The French River Provincial Park is making changes to their reservation system and not everyone is happy about it Canyonlands National Park in Utah had a sediment slump alter the water flow in Cataract Canyon. What exactly…

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Episode 454: Haunted US lakes and rivers; Winter paddle the Edisto River; UK’s independent commission on water 1:03:27

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Episode 454 ~ October 31, 2024 Podcast Info / Topics Five of the most haunted lakes and rivers in the United States The Edisto River Canoe and Kayak Trail Commission has started their Winter Paddle Series The Clean Water Sports Alliance welcomes an independent commission on water in the UKBy SR

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Episode 453: 50 years of canoe trips; Lows Lake in the Adirondacks reopens; What if an apocalypse happens 1:08:18

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Episode 453 ~ October 24, 2024 Podcast Info / Topics What started out as two friends going on a canoe trip turned into 50 years of canoe trips The popular Lows Lake in the Adirondacks has been reopened after two years What if you are in the backcountry and a pandemic, or climate disaster or zombie apocalypse happens?…

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Episode 452: Bears, salmon, and turtles; 115 year old canoe restored; Rafting losses and rafting public input 1:04:35

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Episode 452 ~ October 17, 2024 Podcast Info / Topics Fat Bear Week, salmon are heading up the Klamath River, turtle smuggling by kayak A canoe lover restores a busted up 115 year old canoe to its previous glory The losses to rafting businesses mount after a hurricane changes the course of a river and fills it with debris Flathead National Forest is…

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Episode 451: From Frontenac Provincial Park, a Backcountry Conversation with Kevin Callan 1:25:37

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Episode 451 ~ October 10, 2024 Podcast Info / Topics Kevin Callan is attempting the Frontenac Hiking Trail Challenge so Sean paddled into a backcountry site with Kevin, hiked two of the trails then sat down for a conversation in the backcountry to discuss paddling, nature, the backcountry, creativity and more.…

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Episode 450: Derek went crown land camping; Hurricane Helene; 5 deepest lakes in the United States 1:12:11

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Episode 450 ~ October 3, 2024 Podcast Info / Topics Derek went north to do some crown land camping and checked out a fishing kayak Hurricane Helene swept through the southern US What are the 5 deepest lakes in the United StatesBy SR

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GO 128 - G.O. Gumbo 3 - End of Season 6 28:38

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Season 6 of the podcast comes to an end with five varied stories of adventure. Prepare yourself for tales from previous guests Jane Fontana, Mark Fitzsimmons, Bill Sharpsteen, Pamela Zoolalian, and Jesse St. Louis. Hear about a dreadful hiking discovery, unexpected encounters when jogging, the dangers in a wildfire recovery area, self discovery on …

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Episode 449: A bad year in the Grand Canyon?; The Gowanus Canal welcomes paddlers; The ‘Ghost’ project 1:06:32

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Episode 449 ~ September 26, 2024 Podcast Info / Topics One term you don’t want to hear on a holiday to the Grand Canyon is “Death Cluster” The Gowanus Canal in Brooklyn is welcoming back paddlers after years of extensive industrial pollution The ‘Ghost’ project in Lancashire is a multi-sensory art experience…

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Episode 448: Why we enjoy fall paddling; Paddling for plastic in Devon; Canada’s mandatory PFD survey 1:00:20

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Episode 448 ~ September 19, 2024 Podcast Info / Topics Sean and Derek discuss why they enjoy paddling and backcountry tripping in the fall Plastic garbage is a problem globally, and in Devon they are trying to make a dent in the problem Transport Canada has done some research over the last few years and now has a survey out looking for your thought…

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GO 127 - Forest Life With Llama Mama Pamela Zoolalian 1:39:27

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The return of Pamela Zoolalian (G.O. 013)—extreme athlete turned introspective nature steward. Modern day Pamela finds rewards as an adventure guide, outdoor educator, llama mama, ski patrol team member, and volunteer forest ranger. Jason joined her at her cabin in the Angeles Forest to discuss the impacts of wildfires, the realities of maintaining…

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Episode 447: Sean’s canoe trip in Temagami; The North Face Wawona Ground Tarp; Moose Cree youth canoe trip 1:08:56

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Episode 447 ~ September 12, 2024 Podcast Info / Topics Sean’s canoe trip in Temagami included unexpected animal visits, double rainbows, and sailing Sean tested out The North Face Wawona Ground Tarp on his canoe trip Moose Cree youth went on a 200km canoe trip on the Mattagami and Moose RiversBy SR

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Episode 446: Mi’kmaw shark deterrent; Southern Hemisphere spring; Paddling politician; Mustang Quadra dry suit 1:05:48

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Episode 446 ~ September 7, 2024 Podcast Info / Topics The Mi’kmaw of the east coast have a traditional method to deter great white sharks The southern hemisphere is entering it’s spring time There is a politician in British Columbia that canoes to visits his constituents Mustang Survival has introduced their new Quadra dry suit…

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GO 126 - Christopher R Abbey of Explore More Films 1:24:15

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Christopher R Abbey’s suburban childhood enamored him with roadtripping. A job at an amusement park in early adulthood became a catalyst that launched him across the United States while he developed a career in entertainment. A friend at a cross-fit gym in Los Angeles opened a new chapter in Chris’ life when he introduced him to backpacking in the …

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Episode 445: Peter Frank talks about the Mississippi, paddling around Florida and paddling the Great Loop 2:14:17

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Episode 445 ~ August 29, 2024 Podcast Info / Topics Peter Frank talks about paddling the Mississippi River, circumnavigating Florida in a canoe, and now he is paddling the Great Loop in a canoeBy SR

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Episode 444: Derek and family canoe trip in the backcountry of Killarney Provincial Park 1:16:09

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Episode 444 ~ August 22, 2024 Podcast Info / Topics Derek packed up his family, jumped into a canoe and headed into the backcountry of Killarney Provincial Park for a week of peace, quiet, and getting back to nature.By SR

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GO 125 - Jeannette Stawski, The Outdoor Leader, Returns 1:10:09

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Previous guest (G.O. 017) Jeannette Stawski returns to the podcast! She and Jason spoke via the internet one morning about the latest initiatives from AORE, an engrossing family roadtrip to Alaska, her continued pursuit of open water swimming, and the process of writing her first book, The Outdoor Leader. LINKS: https://www.leadingvaliantly.com htt…

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Episode 443: Alan Drummond talks about life, marshmallows, Toronto Harbourfront, paddling with your partner and more 1:20:09

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Episode 443 ~ August 15, 2024 Podcast Info / Topics Alan Drummond guest hosts this week and talks on a variety of topics including life, marshmallows, Toronto Harbourfront, what it is like paddling with your partner, and a whole lot more.By SR

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Episode 442: Kevin Callan talks about the Nova Craft 14′ prospector, Chair Zero high back chair, and Lake Kipawa 1:40:46

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Episode 442 ~ August 8, 2024 Podcast Info / Topics Kevin Callan joins us to talk about the Nova Craft 14′ prospector, the Chair Zero high back chair, and about his trip to Lake Kipawa and Opemican National ParkBy SR