BC Outdoor Podcast (Sam Krieg, Austin Bell, Kim Palmer-Nicks and Genevieve Fuller)
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| Pub. Date | Title | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Mar 2022 | Episode 1: Introduction | 00:26:04 | |
Welcome to the BC Outdoor Project Podcast! Sam and Austin take it away with introducing the project and what can be expected from us in the upcoming months! Remember to check out www.bcoutdoorproject.com or on Instagram @bcoutdoorproject | |||
| 24 Mar 2022 | Episode 2: 10 Essentials for the Backcountry | 00:20:38 | |
10 Essentials for your trip into the backcountry! Day trips or 10 day trips. These are things you need to have in your bag when you trek out. Austin and Sam break down the list! | |||
| 31 Mar 2022 | Episode 3: Why and How To Train For Backpacking with Mark Murdoch | 00:32:52 | |
Mark breaks down why it might be worth training for your backcountry trips. We break down how to put together a program to keep things interesting. Gear Review: Thermolite Reactor Extreme LineAdventure Athlete Podcast: Spotify | |||
| 20 Apr 2022 | Episode 4: Gear for Your Dog | 00:28:46 | |
If you plan on taking your dog into the backcountry, you will need to consider a couple extra bits of gear OR find ways to make your gear work for your dog in a pinch. Kim and Austin take this one away! | |||
| 20 May 2022 | Episode 5: Wilderness First Responder Training | 01:10:57 | |
Mark and Sam talk about their 8 days of wilderness first responder training. We talk about what has changed in our first aid kits since taking the course and what we learned. | |||
| 09 Nov 2022 | Episode 6: Dogs and Wildlife Interactions with Mel Bowden | 00:51:16 | |
Helpful tips and considerations from Dr. Mel Bowden, DVM with regards to other wildlife when taking your dogs out in the back country. | |||
| 18 Nov 2022 | Episode 7: BCOP Crew Catch-up | 00:46:38 | |
Sam, Kim, and Austin catch up about their adventures from the past few months and some things to come this year. | |||
| 27 Nov 2022 | Episode 8: Layering in the Backcountry | 00:42:48 | |
Learn the basics of layering in the backcountry and why it is important to pick the right stuff. | |||
| 03 Dec 2022 | Episode 9: Meet Genevieve, Wildlife Biologist aka. Wolf-Mugger | 01:07:10 | |
From conservation experience, helicopter stories, to animal mugging, Genevieve has a lot to share as we get to know a bit more about her experience and plans as a wildlife biologist in Colorado. | |||
| 09 Dec 2022 | Episode 10: Meet Heidi Miller, Woodland Firefighter, Forager, and Farmer, aka. Mapache | 00:56:28 | |
Join us as we hear from Heidi, local farmer in the Okanagan, as she tells us about some of her adventures as a woodland firefighter, PNW forager, and what she has coming in the next year. | |||
| 25 Dec 2022 | Episode 11: Stoves in the Backcountry | 00:54:35 | |
Join the BCOP crew as we chat about some stoves in the backcountry. | |||
| 07 Jan 2023 | Episode 12: Winter in the Backcountry | 00:53:20 | |
Join us as we talk about some backcountry activities to curb your outdoor cravings in the winter months. | |||
| 31 Jan 2023 | Episode 13: Mapping and Navigation Technologies | 01:12:16 | |
Join us as Genevieve discusses the basics of mapping, some of the various navigation apps out there, and satellite communications devices for use while you explore the backcountry. She even touches on some things to know, should you ever need to call on search and rescue. | |||
| 07 Feb 2023 | Episode 14: Backcountry Grit - Foundational Strength to Adventure Further | 00:39:19 | |
Join Sam as she chats with Kim of Spear Strength Wellness about her Backcountry Grit program, designed to prepare you physically, and mentally, for type 2 fun adventures. | |||
| 14 Feb 2023 | Episode 15: Amanda Conrad - Goat Hunter | 01:15:10 | |
Join us as Amanda, mother of two, and life-long hunter, shares the story of her once in a lifetime mountain goat hunt. She also provides some insight and perspective for mom's wanting to get their kids exposed to backcountry adventures. Amanda's IG: | |||
| 01 Mar 2023 | Episode 16: Leave No Trace Overview | 01:15:25 | |
Join us as we summarize some of the basic principles of Leave No Trace (https://lnt.org) and why it is such an important component to adventuring in the backcountry. Book: | |||
| 14 Mar 2023 | Episode 17: Tami Asars - Trail Guide Author and Solo Backpacking Badass | 01:26:10 | |
Published author Tami Asars shares stories from her many trips as a thru hiker in the backcountry, how she made a career out of doing what she loves, and some insights that helped her complete her Triple Crown this past year. Published Works by Tami: Other Book Recommendations: | |||
| 20 Mar 2023 | Episode 18: Eva Gifford - Ultra Trail Runner | 01:04:11 | |
Join us as we chat with Eva Gifford about some of her adventures, obstacles, and lessons learned as an endurance athlete. Work: Gear: Ambler Mountain Works Hats Ciele Athletics Hats Garmin InReach Books: | |||
| 04 Apr 2023 | Episode 19: Shit Talk | 00:40:35 | |
Join Sam and Austin as they talk about helpful tips for handling your business in the backcountry. | |||
| 11 Apr 2023 | Episode 20: Uncharted OutdoorsWomen | 01:17:24 | |
Uncharted Outdoorswomen partners with local businesses to create a safe place for the fastest growing demographic in the outdoors: women. We consist of a dream team of women fighting historical barriers that exist in the outdoor space. Our goals are to build an inclusive community, build confidence, develop outdoor skills, and teach ethical habitat and wildlife use practices. Conservation is one of our highest priorities; having a good time lies just below that. Gear Review- Favorite Media- | |||
| 18 Apr 2023 | Episode 21: End the "Bear"anoia | 01:10:22 | |
Genevieve discusses some of the facts behinds wildlife interactions with bears, while offering some science and life experience that might change your perspective on bears in the backcountry. | |||
| 28 Apr 2023 | Episode 22: Ungulates | 00:47:04 | |
Join the crew as they chat with Genevieve regarding ungulates, like what the heck they are, conservation of these wild creatures, interactions with humans, and other fun facts that may be useful at your next backcountry trivia night! | |||
| 20 May 2023 | Episode 23: Tripping Planning and the 7 P's | 00:25:42 | |
Kim and Sam talk about trip planning for backpacking. Some things to consider that will make or break your trip. | |||
| 06 Jun 2023 | Episode 24: Kamrin Peterson - She Thrives Outside | 01:03:45 | |
On this episode, we hear from Kamrin Peterson, PNW backpacking guide with She Thrives Outside, as she shares tales of adventure, predators, and empowerment. | |||
| 13 Jun 2023 | Episode 25: Buying your first bow with Kim | 00:40:44 | |
Here are some tips and tricks from Kim on buying your first compound bow. | |||
| 20 Jun 2023 | Episode 26: Choosing a Sleep System for the Backcountry | 00:35:11 | |
Join Kim and Austin as they discuss details to consider when choosing a sleep system for your backcountry adventures. Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Nemo Forte 20 Sleeping Bag REI Co-op Helix Insulated Air Sleeping Pad REI Camp Dreamer Self-Inflating Pillow Mountain HardWear Bishops Pass 0F/-18C Sleeping Bag | |||
| 27 Jun 2023 | Episode 27: Summiting Mt. Baker | 01:03:08 | |
Sam chats with returning guest Mel Bowden, DVM, and Austin about their recent summit climb on Mt. Baker in northern Washington. Join them as they share details on the preparation and completion of their first mountaineering experience, along with some of the mental, physical, and emotional challenges they had the privilege of overcoming. Mountain Gurus The Guide Hut | |||
| 16 Aug 2023 | Episode 28: Choosing a Tent | 01:03:53 | |
Join the BCOP crew as we chat about backpacking tent basics, helpful tips when choosing and caring for a tent, and a few fun stories along the way. | |||
| 20 Sep 2023 | Episode 29: Go Outside - Your Health Depends on It | 00:27:46 | |
Sam speaks to some of the science behind the benefits of getting outside. | |||