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Being in nature can inspire so much in us. In this episode I share with you a walking mantra that was born on Bundjalung land and continues to explore through the foot steps and hearts of those it crosses. I invite you sing along!
Remembering thinking it would be fun to pull an all nighter when you were kids at a sleep over? Well how about running half a marathon, paddling through the night and then bike riding 100ks... on 5 seconds of sleep?! In this episode Wade Chang shares with us the extremes that he has pushed his adventurous self and now how his pendulum has swung. What extreme lengths have you gone to to collect skills and experiences that you now use to support and inspire others?
He's sailed the seas, navigated the system and connected with many dolphins along the way! In this yarn Jonathan Goss shares with us some of the beauty and challenges he has experienced in his life and bring back to life Blue Peter Australia.
Ever been so inspired by watching a docco that you ended up being in the middle of the North Pacific Ocean on a small boat with two other women rowing and sleeping in 3 hour shifts for two months?! Haha No ... well your about to hear the epic and inspiring story from Eleanor Carey who has!
Put on your scientific adventure hat and join Leith as she leads us down the path towards the wonderful world that is Biomimicry. In this episode we learn how Biomimicry is the study of nature and how we can learn from it to support us to create solutions for some of the sticky situations humans have got themselves into!
When you go out into nature do you feel like you are having to battle the elements or do you feel supported within the continual change and flow? Do you feel like nature is your opposition or your cheer squad? In this beautiful episode Dani shares with us how her time with the Blue Mountains, NSW has supported her in some of the deepest healing she has done within herself and with her family. Is that something you can relate to or would love to be inspired by? Check it out!
Where do you feel most at home? In this episode Emily shares with us how she has learnt to slow down, listen to the land and feel at home in the element of nature that we call our body.
650kms of hiking, endless hospitality and one dog bite! Hayden shares with us a snippets of his adventures along the amazing Jordan Trail.
It wasn't her first rodeo but this was the first time she had truly hit a wall. In this episode we hear how Ellie had pushed herself further mentally, physically and emotionally then ever before whilst journeying up the tallest mountain in the Atlas mountains in Morocco. There are alot of laughs in this episode... enjoy!
As we all juggle our needs for protection and connection, Laura reflects on a powerful journey plagued by infection. Battling staph while sailing in the remote Pacific. We also draw parallels between what is was like to have an infection spread through a small boat and how the current Corona virus is spreading through the world.
What goes on back stage in our National Parks? Jesse gives us a little sneak peek as to what helps them thrive and become such a place of beauty that we all love to visit
Just as baby Moses had floated down the Nile, perhaps baby Steve floated down the Clarence in a wobbigong? With a life dedicated to caring and celebrating rivers Steve shares with us one of the stand out trips he shared with one of his closest mates Laurie and his niece.
It's a fish, no it's a stingray, no it's a jellyfish... no it's a damn plastic bag! What's that doing in Jordyns favourite parts of the world and what did she do about it? P.s She also loves whales.. like ALOT
Have you ever been new to something and had a few outfit or equipment faux pas? It can be a steep learning curve when learning to embrace the outdoors! Here Jemma and Tegan share some of their 'Red Vest' moments
Ian had a dream, to let go of the old ways of doing life and really connect in with what he loves to do and create a life around that and bring his family along ofcourse! In this story we hear how Ian's life has become devoted to the ocean and how he tasted the life of living onboard and holds the dream to make it happen again.
If we had a nature xray and we scanned Henry's body we would see a kayak in his heart and rivers instead of veins. Henry's story is living proof that amazing things can happen when you follow what you love. Henry made the choice in school to go on a white water canoe trip and his life has never been the same...
There are so many journeys and adventures out there waiting for you! So much growth, excitement and learnings to be had. But there are often a couple of things that hold us back. Money, time, experience... any sound familiar to you? Let's talk about it and see if we can come to an empowered mindset.
Ever been on a solo? Meme shares with us her story of a simple adventure, organised by an amazing teacher, witnessed by the moon and powered by silence. While her latest journey is become a new mum she takes us back in time when nature helped her to transition between high school and the 'real world'
What's better then a crazy cat lady? A guy in his early twenties walking a puma in the South American jungle! Cory dives into how his love of stretching himself has lead him on some exotic adventures.
What's a snow rat doing in the back country of Whistler Canada? Building a igloo with an oven tray ofcourse. Kayla shares with a a story rich in adventure, poor in planning and is still one that has stuck with her all these years later.
Always a student of life, Laurinda shares with us a story of her everyday life. She's worked in the outdoors for 16 years and is still blown away by how she sees others interact with nature. She loves to draw inspiration from the passion that arises within her and really dedicates her life to being a change maker. She shows us how in these moments we interact with nature also represent how we interact with ourselves and each other.
Today we get to know the host of this podcast, Tegan. She hops on the other side of the questions and shares with us a moment that for her was the embodiment of pure joy and now keeps a shell on her bedside as a reminder.
Gresh tells the tale of why he chose to walk the Camino De Saniago or maybe why it chose him. It is a long walk with an even bigger journey to get there and one that continues to follow after.
You don't have to go far to go deep. In this episode Bronte reminds us that there is power in every moment, if we choose to take the time and connect in with ourselves and the beauty that surrounds us.
A paddling trip on an unknown river in a new country with no emergency device leaves Jemma enjoying the fine line between caution and adventure! In this episode we hear from Jemma who took the opportunity to explore a beautiful section of Canada with two hooligan friends. A little be of fear is healthy right?!
In this episode, Chris shares how two very opposite experiences in nature have helped him learn more about himself and get ready for upcoming fatherhood.
A last minute paddling trip in the Grand Canyon invites Anna to step up, trust her abilities and learn more about herself. Anna's stories tell of balancing the freedom to embrace every adventure opportunity, while navigating losing loved ones while you are away.
Ingrid shares her recent physically and emotionally powerful journey around Queenslands Moreton Island. Leading a group of young women at risk on an adventure therapy program was a journey she will never forget... and is still integrating!