The intothesticks.life Podcast

The BBC describes him as “The Sherlock Holmes of Nature” and it's understandable why. Author of 6 fascinating books about natural navigation, Tristan Gooley (AKA The Natural Navigator) joins me for a chat about reading those subtle signs in nature and being able to identify what it's trying to tell us about our surrounding environment, predators and impending weather. We also touch upon the fascinating world of human evolution and nature vs nurture. You can find Tristan's books, including his latest release 'The Secret World of Weather' here and you can keep in touch with Tristan across most social media platforms including: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Twitter - Just search for The Natural Navigator! Don't forget to stop by at our website for more information: www.intothesticks.life

Hollie Ivy, intothesticks.life Community Campfire member and founder of Holls and Valleys tells us more about her life growing up in Alaska, moving to Scotland and shares her deep passion for everything outdoors - covering topics such as mental health, lockdown, home schooling and solo adventuring as a woman. Fuelled by a few beers, we certainly had some laughs along the way too. You can read the article Hollie wrote for us over here. Don't forget, this conversation is also available as a video on our YouTube channel It should also be noted that Hollie was the person who suggested we start a Podcast, so you can blame/thank her for that!

CEO of The Youth Adventure Trust, Mark Davey, tells us all about the incredible work the trust does, his own experiences and how we can help The Youth Adventure Trust create unforgettable experiences for vulnerable young people - helping them to fulfil their potential and lead positive lives in the future. For more information please go to: www.YouthAdventureTrust.org.uk You can also find out more over at intothesticks.life

In this episode I chat to Paul Kirtley - the incredibly knowledgeable bushcraft expert, instructor, guide, author and creator of Frontier Bushcraft. As well as getting to know Paul a little better, we discuss the importance of getting outside, managing a business and life based around the great outdoors, the impact of social media and how it can be a useful tool for encouraging others to get outside and engage with the natural world around them. Don't forget to head over to intothesticks.life for more! You can also find Paul over here: Paul Kirtley Blog Frontier Bushcraft Paul Kirtley YouTube Channel

I thought I'd tell you a bit more about The Community Campfire found here intothesticks.life/community. A place where we can all share a story and inspire others to get outside.

I was lucky enough to speak to Sean Emery (possibly the nicest man ever and my new best friend) in what feels, at times, like a very candid and personal conversation. Almost a therapy session for all involved - this is a long one but totally worth the listen. I have a chat with Sean (known as Shug to most) about life outdoors - but we also touch on: being a clown, prison, chocolate bars, faith, spirituality, alcoholism, introverts and extroverts, UFOs, Big Foot and so so so much more. You can catch Shug over on YouTube - just search Shug Emery, you will not be disappointed. Music featured: John Hardy performed by Sean Emery, Laura Walker and company

I thought I should probably tell you about the origins of intothesticks.life and how getting outdoors helped me. Come and walk with me, listen to me ramble on. (due to having to adjust the levels, it's a little 'buzzy' (I'm still learning) just turn it down...

Author, environmentalist, film-maker, international motivational speaker.  Arguably no one alive has lived so long isolated and alone in so many potentially hostile remote environments. Benedict Allen is the only person known to have crossed the Amazon...