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Outdoor Minimalist

Black-Footed Ferret Productions, LLC

Science

Frequency: 1 episode/6d. Total Eps: 200

A podcast raising awareness through conversation, information, and mindfulness regarding some of the most important environmental issues of our time. The goal of Outdoor Minimalist is to give outdoor enthusiasts and outdoor companies tools they can use to change their behavior when engaging in outdoor recreation to lower their overall environmental impact. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalist

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146. How to Apply Minimalism to Ultralight Backpacking with Glen Van Peski

Season 1 · Episode 146

Monday, August 26, 2024 • Duration 30:11

Have you ever been out on the trail during a backpacking trip and wished you’d left that one thing at home?

Maybe you’re looking for ways to lighten your load or you simply are struggling to identify what you actually NEED on your next adventure.

I’ve been there before, and if any backpacker claims they haven’t, well, I simply wouldn’t believe them. Becoming ultralight or even a minimalist takes a lot of trial and error both on and off the trail. That’s why in episode 146 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we’re exploring some transformative ideas from Glen Van Peski's new book, Take Less. Do More: Surprising Life Lessons in Generosity, Gratitude and Curiosity from an Ultralight Backpacker.

Glen’s book looks at how ultralight backpacking principles can teach us profound lessons for everyday life. We’ll discuss how minimalism can simplify your journey and enhance your focus on what truly matters, the impact of practicing generosity in small, meaningful ways, the benefits of cultivating a heart of gratitude, and how embracing curiosity can push us beyond our comfort zones.

Glen, known by the trail name “Legend,” is celebrated for his pioneering work in lightweight backpacking. A Californian who began his backpacking journey through his son's Scout troop, Glen founded Gossamer Gear in 1998 to create ultralight backpacking gear. His innovations have been featured in major publications like Backpacker, Outside, and The New York Times. Alongside his backpacking achievements, Glen has had a distinguished career in civil engineering, including roles as the Community and Economic Development Director for Carlsbad, California, and President of Pacific Rim Engineering. Now based in Bend, Oregon, he enjoys hiking, bikepacking, and sharing his expertise through engaging presentations.

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Glen Van Peski Book: https://www.gossamergear.com/products/take-less-do-more-by-glen-van-peski Gossamer Gear: https://www.gossamergear.com/ Website: ⁠https://www.glenvanpeski.com/about/

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65. The Biodiversity in your Backyard with Dillon Jones

Season 1 · Episode 65

Monday, December 19, 2022 • Duration 35:20

In episode 65 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we are talking about biodiversity, biodiversity loss, and what we can do to improve the biodiversity in our backyards. To help guide this conversation and share his expertise, I was joined by Dillion Jones.

Dillon is a biologist and Science Communicator interested in uncovering the secrets of biodiversity! His Science Communication efforts go in-depth about wildlife conservation, break down evolutionary theory, or highlight the incredible array of life on our planet. You can find him on Instagram under the name DillonTheBiologist.

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/

WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/

ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book

YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist

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Dillon Jones

Instagram: @DillonTheBilogist

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdihyBzjnXQusxPerecOD0g

Website: https://learnadventurously.com/

Fundamentals of R for Biologists Course taught by Dillon

64. The Environmental Impact of Wildfires with Robin Lee Carlson

Season 1 · Episode 64

Monday, December 12, 2022 • Duration 44:12

In episode 64 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we are talking about wildfires. I have been wanting to do more ecology based content on the show because I think it balances out a lot of the production content really well. Plus, it’s super fun and interesting to learn about!

As we will discuss in the interview, wildfires are a somewhat misunderstood natural occurrence and is one that is often vilified in the media. To explain how and why wildfires exist in nature along with some of her personal experiences and observations, I had the pleasure of interviewing Robin Lee Carlson.

Robin is an author and natural science illustrator. After studying evolutionary biology at UC Santa Cruz and the University of Chicago, she spent many years working on stream habitat restoration projects in California. She is most interested in how landscapes and ecological communities change over time, and her artwork is grounded in observing and documenting the world around her as it unfolds. Her first book, The Cold Canyon Fire Journals, was just published this year and her work has also appeared in The Common and Arnoldia.

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/

WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/

ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book

YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist

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ROBIN LEE CARLSON

63. An Inside Look Into Changing Product Packaging Design with Shannon O'Grady

Season 1 · Episode 63

Monday, December 5, 2022 • Duration 34:07

In episode 63 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we are taking an inside look into what it takes to change product packaging design. This process likely looks different for every company, but today we get to learn from one company's experience as they moved from plastic packaging to a more sustainable steel container.

To break down what went into this process and how they landed on this packaging change, I had the pleasure of hosting Shannon O’Grady.

Shannon O'Grady has her Ph.D. in nutritional physiology from the University of Utah and is the Chief Product Officer of Gnarly Nutrition, a Salt Lake-based sports supplement company whose focus is to create clean, natural and effective supplements for active individuals. Her research in nutritional physiology and her own obsession with sports nutrition has made her a strong spokesperson in the space of nutrition for athletes of all disciplines. A mother of two and competitive athlete herself, Shannon is continuously looking at the crossroads between training and nutrition for insights on improving performance, reducing injury and increasing longevity.

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/

WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/

ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book

YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist

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Contact Shannon: shannon@gognarly.com

62. In Field Gear Repair Tips You Need to Know with Whitney "Allgood" La Ruffa

Season 1 · Episode 62

Monday, November 28, 2022 • Duration 30:06

In episode 62 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we get to chat about gear repair. We have discussed gear repair in the past on the show, but for this episode we get to go a bit more in depth to learn what you should carry in a backcountry gear repair kit, how to save money on gear purchases by learning a few easy repairs, and how to prevent gear failures from happening as often.

To help explain all of these things and more, I had the pleasure of hosting Whitney La Ruffa.

Whitney "Allgood" La Ruffa has a long history of long-distance hiking. His first thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail was in 1996 and since then he has logged over 10,000 miles on long-distance trails and routes in the US and abroad. When not slogging miles out on the trail "Allgood" spends his time working at his job as VP of Sales and Marketing for Six Moon Designs, and as the Independent Director for FarOut guides. "Allgood" is also the President Emeritus of ALDHA-West (American Long Distance Hiking Association-West), a non-profit focused on educating others on long-distance hiking and the home of the Triple Crown of Hiking.

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/

WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/

ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book

YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist

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61. Tips for a More Sustainable Thanksgiving Celebration

Season 1 · Episode 61

Monday, November 21, 2022 • Duration 17:07

Ways you can cut down on waste during your holiday celebrations this year.

Topics discussed in this episode:

Holiday decorating
Meal planning
Food impact
Food waste
And more!

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/

WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/

ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book

YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist

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GROVE COLLABORATIVE ARTICLE: https://www.grove.co/blog/sustainable-thanksgiving

PLANT-BASED RECIPE IDEAS: https://www.forksoverknives.com/menus-collection-vegan-thanksgiving-recipes/

HOW TO MAKE VEGGIE STOCK: https://tasty.co/recipe/how-to-make-veggie-stock-with-kitchen-scraps

AT-HOME COMPOST GUIDE: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/composting/basics/ultimate-beginners-guide-composting.htm

HUNT TO EAT: https://hunttoeat.com/

60. How Does Technology Impact Our Experience Outdoors? with Garrett Stevens

Season 1 · Episode 60

Monday, November 14, 2022 • Duration 42:53

In episode 60 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we are talking about the impact technology has had on outdoor recreation and how we experience outdoor adventures. There are both positives and negatives to technology in the outdoor industry, and just like technology, the industry is always growing and changing.

To help me dive into the outdoor impacts of technology, I welcomed Garrett Stevens to the show.

Garrett has taken a winding path, from a career in marketing and advertising to pursuing a passion for the high and wild places of the world as a mountain guide. He grew up in North Carolina, and discovered a love for the mountains while in college. He moved to Montana to live and play in the incredible landscapes there, and has traveled and worked throughout the US, Europe, and South America. Currently working as a marketer for a software company, Garrett enjoys backpacking, hiking, hunting, skiing, and all things outdoors.

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/

WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/

ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book

YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist

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59. 2022 Election Resources for Environmentally Minded Voters

Season 1 · Episode 59

Monday, November 7, 2022 • Duration 09:56

Bill Nye the Science Guy said it best, “the main thing you can do about climate change isn’t recycling– it’s voting.”

That’s why in episode 59 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, I am going to discuss a few of the ways you can use your voice to vote for the environment. Now, I want to be clear, since politics can often be polarizing, I am not going to tell you who to vote for or who I support. I am simply going to overview a few of the standout environmental issues to pay attention to and how to identify candidates in your state that support important environmental policies and ideas.

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/

WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/

ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book

YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist

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