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The Voyageur Way is a podcast dedicated to sharing our passion for everything outdoors with listeners just like you. Whether it’s talking about incredible trips we’ve been on, teaching you the best way to get your own adventures started, or talking with a

Nick Schmit


    • Jan 1, 1970 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 43m AVG DURATION
    • 30 EPISODES


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    #30: Ice Fishing Stories, How-To's, and Future Plans w/ Guest Thomas Warnert!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 44:12


    Tune in as The Voyageur Way crew sit down with amazing guest Thomas Warnert to talk about how he got into ice fishing, some crazy stories from his years of doing it, and what he's got planned in the future!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-voyageur-way/donations

    #29: Maple Syrup: History, Health Benefits, and How to Make It In Your Own Backyard!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 36:17


    In this week's episode, Zach and Nick sit down and talk about all the incredible characteristics of Maple Syrup including; the history of it in North America, the health benefits people may not know about, and the step-by-step process of making some in your own backyard!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-voyageur-way/donations

    #28: Fresh Produce From Your Backyard All Winter?! Therapeutic Benefits, DIY Construction and Fact About GreenHouses!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 22:08


    In this week's episode, Zach and Nick sit down to talk about all things, Greenhouse. From Zach's experience cultivating and maintaining a greenhouse in undergrad, to Nick's plans for DIY construction in their backyard! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-voyageur-way/donations

    #27: The Peaceful Solitude of Winter Paddling, DIY Canvas Tent Construction, and Ice Climbing!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 41:54


    The Voyageur Crew sit down to talk through outdoor winter activities you may not have thought of, how simple and easy it can be to build your own canvas winter tent, and Zach's ice climbing trip in Northern MN coming up!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-voyageur-way/donations

    #26: Would You Rather: Outdoor Addition!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 41:39


    In today's episode, The Voyageur Way crew sit down for a classic game of would you rather with an outdoor spin to the questions! Tune in to hear our answers and answer along while you listen!!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-voyageur-way/donations

    #25: How To Survive and THRIVE In The Cold Weather; Cross-Country Skiing, Broomball, Ice Fishing and More!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 42:12


    The Voyageur Way Crew sit down to talk about all the ways that we stay warm during the colder months of the year and still find ways to get out and enjoy the outdoors! We talk about the 3 W's of staying warm and different outdoor activities we still love doing even when it's below 0 deg!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-voyageur-way/donations

    #24: Hiking in the Swiss Alps, Running w/ the Bulls in Spain, and Newly-Wed Life Out in Portland, Oregon w/ Guest and Brother Mitchell Fritz!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 61:55


    Today the Voyageur Way crew sits down to talk with Zach's brother Mitchell Fritz about all the incredible outdoor adventures he's been on! Running with the bulls and surfing in Spain, hiking in the Swiss Alps, and trips with his amazing new wife on all sorts of adventures! Tune in for some fun stories and insights from one of the craziest outdoor adventure humans we know!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-voyageur-way/donations

    #23: INCREDIBLE Hiking Stories, Reflections, and Tips for Beginners from Guest Nathan Kiel!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 55:42


    The Voyageur Way crew sits down with guest Nathan Kiel to talk about all things hiking. From hiking in the Adirondack mountains with his family growing up to thru-hiking the Finger Lakes Trail for over a month! Nathan has some incredible stories and insights all about the hiking world.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-voyageur-way/donations

    #22: Rediscover North America; Logistics, Crew Dynamics, and Amazing Stories from an 8-Month Long Canoe Expedition Across North America w/ Guest Winchell Delano!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 67:19


    The Voyageur Way crew sit down to talk with an incredible human about his legendary expedition from the Gulf of Mexico all the way to the Arctic ocean. Guest Winchell Delano gives some incredible insights into what goes into planning an expedition like that and some of the highs and lows you face along the way!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-voyageur-way/donations

    #21: Mindset Changes While Camping in Rain for 26 Days, Lessons Learned from Guiding Several Expeditions North, and More Outdoor Adventures w/ Guest Mary Spethmann!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 52:09


    The Voyageur Way crew sit down to talk with guest Mary Spethmann about some of her crazy stories from her time with the Les Voyageurs program as a participant and guide on several trips. She also shares stories with us from some of her personal outdoor expeditions and what it's like being in a relationship with somebody just as passionate about the outdoors as she is! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-voyageur-way/donations

    #20: The Adventures of Building and Living in A Van w/ Guests Peter and Abi!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 46:50


    Peter and Abi are engaged to be married in September of 2021 and decided "why not build and live in a van for a year?!" Tune in as The Voyageur Way crew talks with them about how it all got started, the building process, and some of the many adventures they've been on since hitting the road!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-voyageur-way/donations

    #19: 2021 Re-Introduction! WHO We Are, WHY We're So Passionate About The Outdoors, and HOW We're Going to Help You Experience It In 2021!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 13:06


    Happy New Year! In this episode, Nick sit's down to talk about who we are/why we decided to start this project, how amazing all our supporters made 2020, what we have in store for you in 202!!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-voyageur-way/donations

    #18: Fishing on Lake Michigan, Camping in Zion National Park, and Kayaking the Milwaukee River w/ Guest Zach Affeldt!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 51:07


    The Voyageur Way crew sits down with amazing guest Zach Affeldt to talk about outdoor life in MN and WI, outdoor trips and expeditions in high school and college, and life as a med student who uses the outdoors to unwind on his time off!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-voyageur-way/donations

    #17: Living/Playing Hockey in Alaska, Lessons Learned from Growing Up Outdoors, Crazy Stories from Camping/Canoeing Expeditions in Canada w/ Guest Michael Spethmann!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 38:41


    In this week's episode, The Voyageur Way crew sit down with guest Michael Spethmann to talk about some amazing outdoor adventures he's been apart of! From growing up spending almost every day outdoors with friends, to incredible canoeing/camping expeditions in Canada, and finally playing hockey in Alaska/collegiately and everything in between!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-voyageur-way/donations

    #16: Sleeping in a Tent for HALF the Year, How to Make Handmade Canoe Paddles, Who's Your Go-To Outdoor Survival Partner?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 50:39


    The crew sits down for our first ever "Outdoor Open Mic Night"!! Zach walks us through how he makes handmade canoe paddles, we talk about whether we truly are camping "experts", and who we would each take into the wilderness if we had to survive for as long as possible!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-voyageur-way/donations

    #15: Incredible Outdoor Adventure Honeymoons, Crazy Outdoor Activities w/ No Restrictions, and More! - Guests Mitchell Fritz and David Spethmann (OQW #3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 50:04


    Who's ready for Outdoor Question of the Week #3?! This episode features two brand new guests on the podcast with some incredible stories and insights to our questions! The crew talks about 1) If you could go on ANY outdoor adventure for a honeymoon where would you go, and 2) If you could get into ANY new outdoor activity what would it be?!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-voyageur-way/donations

    #14: Air Force Outdoor Survival Training, Incredible Outdoor Adventures in Alaska, and Family Life w/ Guest Connor Amundson!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 39:48


    Zach, Tanner, and Nick sit down to talk with one of their good friends from high school about his intense Air Force training, multiple trips up to Alaska, and how much the outdoors have influenced his family!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-voyageur-way/donations

    #13: Outdoor Question of the Week #2 - WORST Experiences on Outdoor Trips?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 38:04


    The crew gets together to talk about some of their WORST experiences they've ever had while on outdoor adventures!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-voyageur-way/donations

    #12: Climbing 14er's, Ranch Living in Montana, Downhill Skiing w/ Guest Meredith Bowen!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 36:11


    Zach and Nick sit down and talk with TVW's first female guest! Meredith is in her last year of Physical Therapy school and has been on so many outdoor adventures we will definitely need to have her on again! On this episode we talk about climbing, family trips to their ranch in Montana, and downhill skiing with friends and family!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-voyageur-way/donations

    #11: Getting into Cold Weather Camping!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 36:40


    Zach, Tanner, and Nick sit down to talk about their experiences with cold weather camping and how to make the experience more enjoyable for you! If you love camping in the warmer months, this might just be the podcast that helps you get into camping all year round, no matter the weather!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-voyageur-way/donations

    #10: First Experience Deer and Grouse Hunting Up North!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 27:38


    Zach and Nick sit down to talk about their weekend hunting trip up at Zach's deer shack an hour south of the Canadian border! Nick talks about his first time bowhunting for deer and Zach drops some hunting knowledge that's perfect for beginners!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-voyageur-way/donations

    #9: Outdoor Question of the Week (Pilot Episode)!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 20:37


    If you could bring 3 amazing people on ANY outdoor adventure trip you could think of, WHO would you bring and WHERE would you go?! Tune in to find out how Tanner, Zach, and Nick answered this question, some of their choices might surprise you!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-voyageur-way/donations

    #8: Camping/Hiking with 4 Strangers?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 15:22


    Nick sits down with Zach just hours after he gets back from a beautiful long weekend trip of hiking and camping on the Superior National hiking trail with 4 people he has never hiked or camped with before!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-voyageur-way/donations

    #7: Camping Life in the Arctic, Cross-Country Trips with Friends, and other Outdoor Adventures with Sam Medvec!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 58:55


    The Voyageur Way podcast sits down with our FIRST guest ever! Sam Medvec has INCREDIBLE stories of camping life in the Arctic, cross country trips with friends, and unexpected friendships in a completely different country!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-voyageur-way/donations

    #6: How-To: Get Into Fishing!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 58:08


    Tanner, Zach, and Nick sit down and talk about everything you'll need to know to get yourself out on your first fishing trip! This is the perfect podcast for beginners, seasoned fisher's, and everybody in between!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-voyageur-way/donations

    #5: Monster Fish in Canada, Paddle Out Bay, and Other Epic Fishing Stories with The Voyageur Way!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 47:39


    Tanner, Zach, and Nick talk about their incredible week long fishing trip they take annually in Canada with friends and family. This episode is great evidence that these trips are more than just about the fishing!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-voyageur-way/donations

    #4: White Water, Height of Land, Bears and Wolverines!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 49:08


    In this episode of The Voyageur Way, Nick talks with Tanner and Zach about their amazing "Far North" trips they went on through the Les Voyageurs Program. These trips include a ton of white water, fishing, and some crazy wildlife including bears and wolverines!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-voyageur-way/donations

    #3: How-To Get Into Camping!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 57:47


    We hope this podcast will add value no matter how experienced with camping you are! Whether it helps you gain the confidence to get into camping for the first time, or if you are more experienced with camping we hope our unique take on it will be interesting to listen to!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-voyageur-way/donations

    #2: The Hardest Times Create the Best Memories

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 56:09


    In this second episode of The Voyageur Way Podcast, we sit down to talk about our first year trips with the Les Voyageurs program. Tune in to listen to how these month long camping trips deep in the Canadian wilderness changed our lives forever!!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-voyageur-way/donations

    #1: Intro, Les Voyageurs Program, Steelhead trout fishing and more!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 50:33


    Tanner, Zach, and Nick sit down to talk about who they are, what brought them to where they are, and brief stories of outdoor adventures along the way!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-voyageur-way/donations

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