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Episode Summary Join us on the Fit is Freedom Podcast for a summer episode full of escapades: adventure, travel, and fitness! We explore the significance of taking a vacation, the excitement and challenges of RV travel, and how to maintain a healthy lifestyle while on the road. Kelly shares her personal journey and the upcoming summer plans that led to the decision to take a break from the podcast. Get The fitness consistency book that will change your life! Taking a Summer Break Kelly announces a summer hiatus for the podcast, emphasizing the importance of creativity, high energy, and the need for a mental reset. She explains the decision to pause the podcast for two months to ensure quality content and to avoid scrambling for episodes during the break. The Backstory Heat in Houston: Kelly recounts the overwhelming heat in Houston last summer and her declaration not to spend another summer there. RV Adventure: The spontaneous idea of buying an RV and planning a trip from Texas to Canada to escape the heat and visit family. Kelly shares her initial hesitation and eventual excitement about the adventure. Challenges of RV Travel Food: Managing healthy eating with a small refrigerator and limited cooking space, drawing parallels to her experience living on a sailboat. Sleep: The importance of maintaining good sleep hygiene even while traveling. Close Quarters: Adjusting to living in close quarters with her partner and two dogs. Social Connection: Finding ways to connect with others while on the road. Routine: Keeping up with her meditation, workouts, and journaling routine despite the challenges of travel. Traveling Well Kelly discusses how her experience will contribute to creating resources for her SuperFIT Success System, focusing on travel tips for maintaining fitness and health on the go. She will document her journey and share insights on social media.   Staying Connected and Three Actionable Takeaways… Subscribe to Fit Tip Monday: https://kellyhoward.lpages.co/fit-tips-monday-list Sign up to receive weekly fitness tips and updates. Kelly assures listeners that the Fit Tip Monday will continue during the break. Follow on Social Follow Kelly on social media to stay connected and updated on the RV adventure and get fitness tips! Take the Quiz at  https://fitisfreedomvip.typeform.com/to/FesDMfdR Introducing a curated podcast playlist featuring a new quiz tailored to match listeners' current fitness and health needs. Take the quiz now to receive your personalized podcast playlist! Important Links Fit is Freedom Website Fit is Freedom Podcast Kelly Howard Facebook Kelly Howard Facebook Group Kelly Howard Instagram Kelly Howard YouTube Upcoming Content Teases new episodes and interviews with individuals who play for a living, set to be released after the summer break. Highlights include a jungle lodge owner in Costa Rica, the creator of the Kula Cloth, and a kayaking company owner. Have a wonderful summer, and stay tuned for exciting new content when the podcast returns!   Schedule a FREE 15 minute discovery call with Kelly here!  

A discussion with Anastasia Allison, the Founder of Kula Cloth, might initially seem centered around the practicalities of outdoor bodily functions (ie. peeing and pooping in the woods), yet it swiftly transcends into profound contemplations on life philosophy, spirituality, and embracing joy and abundance. Prepare to be captivated as Anastasia effortlessly guides the conversation towards deep insights and invaluable guidance to enrich not only your connection with the natural world but also your inner self.Have you ever asked or thought:As a woman, how do I pee and poop in the woods? What are some tips to feel clean and fresh to boost your personal outdoor hygiene? (Hint, Kula Cloth!)How does time in nature lead to the discovery of clarity in life and its abundance?How and where can you find joy? (Think, the unexpected)Anastasia is not only the founder of an outdoor gear company, she's the violist in the heart opening, tear inducing Musical Mountaineers, shares her wisdom in the Kula Diaries, and is the Founder of the life changing, “Dance Experiment”. In her spare time (!) she coaches, hikes, backpacks and is that bad-ass woman who passes you on the the road, waving as she rides her motorcycle into the sunset. @anastasia.allison@kulacloth

Hey everybody pees! You, me, astronauts, even lobsters pee. Sometimes pee smells like asparagus, or buttered popcorn. Sometimes it's clear, or yellow, sometimes the medication you're taking turns it blue. No matter what, you got to get rid of all that gross urea, but if you happen to be an orphaned baby animal, or like.. in space, peeing is gonna be kind of a big ask. Find out how they do it, and how many rats it takes to pee as much as a human. We also go on wild tangent about possums. And lobster sex. So, you know, a pretty typical episode.  In honor of piss, we've partnered with Kula Cloth to host a giveaway! Instructions to enter are on our instagram @biobabespodcast And you can check out Kula on instagram @kulacloth and at their website https://kulacloth.com Thanks to @Absolute Quantum for our theme music. Go check them out on Apple and Spotify

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are bringing you another edition of Girl's Stuff! Today, Chaunce along with guest panelists, Rachael "Rabbit" Delano and Marie "Basecamp" Black answer your burning questions related to female-specific topics in the backcountry. Topics including the feasibility of bringing a vibrator, how to court a guy during a thru-hike (and advice for guys on how to do the courting), female urination devices, the Kula Cloth, what body parts get the razor treatment and which parts are neglected, managing a period on trail and birth control options, how to deal with fear and fear mongering, trail family dynamics, and much much more. We wrap the show with the top stoves, filters, and rain gear from the AT, which is more exciting between new school supplies and new backpacking gear, the triple crown of nicknames that get your goat, and more. Mountainsmith: Use code “TREKZERK24” for 40% off at mountainsmith.com. Danner: Use code “TREK15” for 15% off Mountain 600 boots at danner.com. Ka'Chava: Get 10% off at kachava.com/backpacker. Shady Rays: Use code “TREK20” for $20 off polarized sunglasses at shadyrays.com. [divider] Panel with Rachel “Rabbit” Delano and Marie “Basecamp” Black Rabbit's Instagram Backpacker Radio 113 | Rachael “Rabbit” Delano Basecamp's Instagram Wes and Marie Black on Sex During a Thru-Hike, Hiking the PCT as a Married Couple, and Arguing on Trail (BPR #240) Time stamps & Questions 00:04:53 - Reminders: Apply to blog for the Trek or become a Trek Ambassador! 00:06:32 - Introducing Rachel 00:08:28 - Introducing Basecamp 00:13:27 - Should I bring my travel size vibrator? 00:21:30 - Discussion about pink blazing 00:29:50 - Is it a turnoff to be in a situation where you have to make the first move? 00:33:00 - Discussion about sharing a hotel bed 00:38:30 - What are your tells if you're interested in someone on trail? 00:44:00 - Which is the better trail for hooking up? 00:48:15 - Do micro clues still apply on trail? 00:51:54 - What's your strategy for managing periods on trail? 00:59:00 - Discussion about iron supplements 01:00:50 - How do you deal with feeling weak while on your period? 01:03:07 - Chaunce's strategy 01:07:25 - Chaunce's Foothills Trail story 01:20:20 - Anything else period related? 01:23:30 - Discussion about shaving 01:33:15 - Have you ever tried or used a pee funnel? 01:44:00 - How do you prevent UTIs on trail if you're prone to them? 01:50:00 - Do you use Kula Cloths? 01:56:35 - Discussion about fear mongering 02:11:00 - Discussion about mansplaining 02:16:23 - How can girls be fearless on trail? 02:25:20 - Have your fears changed or lessened since you first started thru-hiking? 02:29:00 - How do you manage backpacking and hiking as a mom? 02:33:13 - How did you come to terms with the fact that your backpacking will forever be different? 02:35:00 - Are there ways to make the transition to motherhood smoother as a hiker? 02:37:57 - Do you find that people interact with you differently on trail? 02:39:00 - Would you advise couples Triple Crown before kids if that's their goal? 02:41:38 - Discussion about girl relationships on trail 02:53:45 - What are the best bras for long hikes? 03:04:20 - Have you ever tasted your own milk? Segments Trek Propaganda: Top Stoves, Filters, Rain Gear, and More on the Appalachian Trail: 2023 Thru-Hiker Survey by Kate Richard QOTD: What is better: brand new backpacking gear or new school supplies? Triple Crown of names you don't like being called Mail Bag 5 Star Review [divider] Check out our sound guy @my_boy_pauly/. Leave us a voicemail! Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes (and please leave us a review)!  Find us on Spotify, Stitcher, and Google Play. Support us on Patreon to get bonus content. Advertise on Backpacker Radio Follow The Trek, Chaunce, Badger, and Trail Correspondents on Instagram. Follow Backpacker Radio, The Trek and Chaunce on YouTube. Follow Backpacker Radio on Tik Tok.  Our theme song is Walking Slow by Animal Years. A super big thank you to our Chuck Norris Award winner(s) from Patreon: Hailey Buckingham , Alex & Misty with Navigators Crafting, Andrew, Austen McDaniel, Austin Ford, Brad & Blair (Thirteen Adventures), Brent Stenberg, Bryan Alsop, Christopher Marshburn, Coach from Marion Outdoors, Dayne, Derek Koch, Eric Casper, Erik Hofmann, Greg Knight, Greg McDaniel may he bring honor to his name, Jason “Snail” Snailer barely know her, Liz Seger, Patrick Cianciolo, SPAM, Timothy Hahn, and Tracy “Trigger” Fawns. A big thank you to our Cinnamon Connection Champions from Patreon: 12 Trees Farms, Dcnerdlet, Emily Galusha, Jeanie, Jeanne Latshaw, Jeff LaFranier, Joann Menzer, Keith Dobie Jr, Peter, and Ruth S.

Clearly we are not okay - as a society, as a community, as humans. After a nice weekend with some friends, we realized we had forgotten how to hang out, but only after remembering how good it felt. This might blow your mind, I know it did for me since the time period shared is from the year I graduated high school until near-present day. This article in The Atlantic⁠ talks about this phenomenon: "From 2003 to 2022, American men reduced their average hours of face-to-face socializing by about 30 percent. For unmarried Americans, the decline was even bigger—more than 35 percent. For teenagers, it was more than 45 percent. Boys and girls ages 15 to 19 reduced their weekly social hangouts by more than three hours a week. In short, there is no statistical record of any other period in U.S. history when people have spent more time on their own." In this episode, Sydney and Barry discuss: Hiking Your Feelings' themes and the universal application of the lessons and topics within "If it all ends tomorrow, I'm grateful that we've been doing the work we've been doing, and that I've gotten to know myself this well." - Sydney Sydney and Barry have a moment where language moves to embodied understanding, and then Sydney unpacks in real time, how that transition happens - finding the language -> understanding in context -> embodied understanding The benefits of having conversations on the trail vs. our tendency to rush through it face-to-face Barry shares a skydiving metaphor for how he's been feeling lately How to not die in the wilderness (and why Mount Washington in New Hampshire is so underestimated) UPCOMING EVENTS: March 4: Intentional Hiking - join us for a chance to win a Kula Cloth and a signed copy of Hiking Your Feelings: Blazing a Trail to Self-Love! March 5: Public Lands Alliance Conference March 9: Hiking Your Feelings launch at SXSW + Book Signing at SXSW March 10: Hike around Austin with Hiking My Feelings x The Trail Conservancy, sponsored by Gossamer Gear March 12: Hiking Your Feelings Publication Day! Join us for the launch party in San Diego at Diesel in Del Mar, sponsored by Babe Kombucha and Muffin But Good Vibes March 19: Hiking Your Feelings Virtual Launch Party March 20: Blaze Your Own Trail to Self-Love Open House --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wellnessinthewilderness/message

Join Martin Armitage on the Papa Bear Hikes Podcast as he explores nature and sustainable living with Anastasia Allison, founder of Kula Cloth. Anastasia, a former park ranger and backpacking instructor, channeled her frustration with discarded toilet paper into creating Kula Cloth—an antimicrobial pee cloth for squatters. Beyond Kula Cloth, she designed the patent-pending Rapunzel Gaiter for individuals with long hair. An accomplished violinist for The Musical Mountaineers, Anastasia infuses her life with daily dancing and a passion for chocolate cookies.Discover Kula Cloth's deeper purpose and its role as a symbol of unity, environmental stewardship, and empowerment. Anastasia shares the captivating tale of founding Kula Cloth in 2017, discussing its unique features and sustainability. As an advocate for Leave No Trace principles, she sheds light on building a community that transcends boundaries, showcasing how small, intentional actions can impact the environment.Tune in for a captivating episode with Martin Armitage and Anastasia Allison as they unravel Kula Cloth's story—a powerful symbol of community, connection, and conservation. Explore Anastasia's remarkable journey and commitment to sustainable outdoor living.

On this weeks episode, Pheonix and I have our 2024 HangCon pre talk. We discuss and answer some of the questions that that we regularly get asked from people that are wanting to come to HangCon and hang out with us for the weekend.  Pheonix goes over some of the numbers/stats  from the ones that are already registered for the event as far as the total number of people so far, the number of countries that are represented so far to come, first time comers, and returning guests.  I go over the long list of vendors that have sent some of their awesome gear for us to put in our huge raffle for lucky guests to win. I also mention some great discount codes that some of our vendors have given us to give out to all of you. I have also listed them below. Discount Codes: Flip Fuel - Use the code HANGCON to receive 20% off your cart. Mr. Mocks Hammocks - Use the code podcast to receive 10% off plus free shipping. YOBO Gear - Use the code hammockhangers15 to receive 15% off either the Cricket Stand or the Freedom Stand 2 sides. Onewind Outdoors - Use the code HangCon5 to receive 5% off of your cart.   Links of Interest: YOBO Gear - https://yobogear.com/ Ripstop by the Roll - https://ripstopbytheroll.com/ Walhalla Hammocks & Outdoors - https://www.walhallahammocksandoutdoors.com/ Sugarlands Shine - https://www.sugarlands.com/ 803 Outpost Coffee - https://803outpostcoffee.com/ Dutchware Gear - https://dutchwaregear.com/ UGQ Outdoor - https://ugqoutdoor.com/ Red Paw Packs - https://redpawpacks.com/ Hanging High Hammocks - https://hanginghighhammocks.com/ Batch Stovez  - https://www.batchstovez.com/ Tree Hanger Tees - https://tonkalaser.com/ Enlightened Equipment - https://enlightenedequipment.com/ CNOC Outdoors - https://cnocoutdoors.com/ Sawyer - https://www.sawyer.com/ Two Speed Hammocks - https://www.etsy.com/shop/TwoSpeedHammocks Suncoast Outdoors - https://www.meetup.com/Suncoast-Outdoors-Tampa-meetup-group/ Superior Gear - https://superiorgear.com/ Onewind Outdoors - https://www.onewindoutdoors.com/ Mike D's BBQ - https://www.mikedsbbq.com/ Tentsile - https://www.tentsile.com/ Katabatic Gear - https://katabaticgear.com/ Mr. Mocks - https://mrmocks.com/ Bee Good Honey - https://www.flbeegoodhoney.com/ Purple Rain Adventure Skirts - https://www.purplerainskirts.com/ Outin - https://outin.com/ Kula Cloth - https://kulacloth.com/ Puribag - https://www.puribagwater.com/ Hang Tight - https://hangtightshop.com/ Haven Tents - https://haventents.com/ Insect Shield - https://www.insectshield.com/ Flip Fuel - https://www.flipfuel.co/ Autumn Outdoor Gear - https://www.autumnoutdoorgear.com/ Cave Creek Hammocks - https://www.cavecreekhammock.com/ Lite Af  - https://liteaf.com/ Slice of Life Hammocks - https://www.solhammocks.com/ Teton Hammock Co. - https://www.tetonhammocks.com/ Hemlock Mountain Outdoors - https://hemlockmountainoutdoors.com/ Light Heart Gear - https://lightheartgear.com/ Will McLean Foundation - https://willmclean.com/ Peak Refuel - https://peakrefuel.com/ Trail Headz - https://www.trailheadzhammocks.com/ MODL - https://www.modloutdoors.com/ Tensa Outdoor - https://www.tensaoutdoor.com/ Leki - https://www.leki.com/ Dream Hammock - https://dream-hammock.com/ Majestic Hammock - https://www.majestichammock.com/ Crank Works Bicycles - https://www.crankworksbikes.com/ Adventure Hammock Systems - https://adventurehammocksystems.com/ Craig Falls Knives - https://www.cfknives.com/ Warbonnet Outdoors - https://www.warbonnetoutdoors.com/ Heavy Threads - https://heavythreads.com/ Hammock Gear - https://hammockgear.com/ Packit Gourmet - https://packitgourmet.com/ Nama Gear - https://www.namagear.com/ The Hammock Hangers Flea Market and Trading Post - https://www.facebook.com/groups/444594175727133/ Amok Equipment - https://amokequipment.com/ Fire Belly Jelly - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063170352367   Connect with Skunkape & Pheonix Email : skunkape@thehammockhangerspodcast.com Website : https://www.hikingradionetwork.com/show/the-hammock-hangers-podcast-1/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/TheHammockHangersPodcast Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/the_hammock_hangers_podcast YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@thehammockhangerspodcast   If you are enjoying The Hammock Hangers Podcast and you want to help us grow, make sure to leave a review on Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, or any other platform that you are listening from. You can also go to the Hiking Radio Network website, click on The Hammock Hangers Podcast page and leave a review there as well. Make sure to follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube as well, and share us with your friends as well.   And until next time, happy hanging everyone.

Welcome to episode 403 of The Outdoor Biz Podcast, brought to you this week by Fresh Books. This week Brittany Coleman, founder of a new women's outdoor and lifestyle brand called Tough Cutie joins me. ToughCutie makes premium women's hiking socks and has a larger mission of supporting women from the ground up and increasing diversity in the outdoors. Founded in 2019, Tough Cutie has become the first and only outdoor sock brand with a majority women-owned value chain, and joins an estimated 1% of founders in the outdoor industry who identify as a person of color. Facebook Twitter Instagram   The Outdoor Biz Podcast   Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!   Sign up for my Newsletter HERE.   I'd love to hear your feedback about the show!   You can contact me here: email: rick@theoutdoorbizpodcast.com   Or leave me a message on Speakpipe! Show Notes Where did the idea for ToughCutie come from? The idea for ToughCutie came from the experiences of being a woman in business and the outdoor industry. It's about challenging the idea that women can't be both tough and feminine. When did you launch? ToughCutie launched just over a year ago, but the founder worked on the business for several years before the official launch. Are you a member of the REI Path Ahead Ventures program? Yes, ToughCutie is a member of the REI Path Ahead Ventures program. How did you get involved with REI? Brittany got connected to REI through an Instagram live interview with a prominent figure in the outdoor industry. Several people at REI saw the interview and reached out to initiate a conversation. What stage of business development would you say you're at, still in the launch phase? ToughCutie has launched its first product and is now working on the next one. The business is continually evolving and launching new products. Who does all the design, product management, etc. - is it you? Initially, Brittany was heavily involved in design and product management. As the brand has grown, she's started working with designers and other professionals. Why socks? Brittany's background was in the sock category of the outdoor industry. She recognized the opportunity to create a women's sock brand that challenges stereotypes. Are there socks for guys in your future? While ToughCutie primarily focuses on women's socks, men have also purchased and appreciated the socks. There is no specific mention of developing socks exclusively for men. How many doors are you in, excluding REI? ToughCutie is in approximately 30 stores, excluding REI. Who was your first customer outside of REI? Title IX was the first customer outside of REI. They became a customer after the founder won a competition called "Movers and Makers." Where is your manufacturing? ToughCutie manufactures its products in the United States, primarily in the South, and works with women-owned companies in its supply chain. Tell us about your first outdoor adventure. Brittany's first outdoor adventure was a trip to Mount Zion with their church, where she did a baptism. It was a significant and authentic outdoor experience. Do you have any suggestions and/or advice for folks wanting to start an Outdoor Brand? Start by understanding your customer and what problems you're solving for them. Build a community and invite people to be a part of your journey. Get feedback early on. Do you have a favorite piece of outdoor gear under $100? Two favorite pieces mentioned were the Kula Cloth, a pea cloth, and the Lucy inflatable lanterns for ambiance. What are a couple of your favorite books? "The Song of Achilles" and "The Outsiders" are two of Brittany's favorite books. Where can people find you if they'd like to follow up (email, Twitter, Instagram, etc)? Brittany's email is: bcoleman@toughcutie.com and she can also be found on LinkedIn. The brand can also be found on Instagram and their website, toughcutie.com.

Adventure, playful, and fun is what Anastasia Allison wanted people to think of when Kula Cloth comes into their minds. And after taking a leap of faith to begin her pee cloth company, the brand has grown to exemplify that. Tune into this episode of Peak Pyrography Podcast to hear all about the challenges and rewards of the entrepreneur journey. You can find Anastasia dancing her way around Washington State or online at the links below.Website: kulacloth.com Instagram: @kulacloth Email: Anastasia Other: Substack Who to Follow:@mirandagoesoutside@rawlogy @toughcutiebrand Links to Click:Granite Gear @granitegearThe SPARK Art Challenge:This week's prompt is Coconut. Peak Pyro Spark is a weekly art challenge for all mediums. Share your creations on instagram. Use #PeakPyroSpark and tag @peakpyropodcast on instagram with your creations. I can't wait to see what you make next!Opinions, beliefs and viewpoints of the interviewed guests do not necessarily reflect the opinions, beliefs, and viewpoints of the hosts, Peak Pyrography and/or Fedde Studios LLC.

In this episode, Lloyd with Garage Grown Gear and I chat with Anastasia from Kula Cloth about how she turned peeing outdoors into a thriving business. But not just any business, one that is fun, inclusive, and supporting of LNT. Check out Kula Cloth at https://www.kulacloth.com or pick one up at GGG (https://geni.us/KulaCloth).

Representative Lauren Boebert is getting a divorce. Jeffrey has 6 days left to get his stuff out of storage. Rover quizzes Krystle on commonly used online acronyms. Three students are sentenced to five days in jail after accidentally killing their friend. The Kula Cloth is the latest tool for peeing outside. A shoplifter was shot and killed by a security guard in San Francisco. People are outraged by the outfits the ball girls have to wear at tennis tournament. People claim Britney Spears twirling videos are actually deep fakes. Warrant out for a guy who has a weird fetish.

Is it possible to lean into preservation and conservation while also spending a ton of time outside? And if you want to be earth-friendly while also being an avid earth-user, how can you balance a desire to leave no trace while still getting out there? In this episode of the Humans Outside Outdoor Diary, I talk about a few simple steps I take to be earth-friendly while still using nature daily. And they're steps you can take, too. Listen now. Connect with this episode: Episode 198: How to Maximize Your Outdoor Life While Creating a Minimalist Lifestyle (Meg Carney, outdoor minimalist) Episode 149: How a Pee Cloth Is Making One Small Step for Inclusivity (Anastasia Allison, Kula Cloth founder) Join the Humans Outside Challenge Follow Humans Outside on Instagram Follow Humans Outside on Facebook Some of the good stuff: [:45] How do you balance use and not making it look like you use it? [1:25] A change in my thinking [2:27] “Outdoor minimalism” [2:45] A few basic “leave no trace” ideas [3:30] What “reduce, reuse, recycle” has to do with it [3:55] The art of reusing in the outdoor industry world [4:35] A few tips for reusing that are wallet and earth-friendly [5:20] I will now talk about a pee cloth

Is 2023 the year you prioritize finding your version of Wellness in the Wilderness? Looking for inspiration to weave more intention into all aspects of your life? This week we're chatting with Anastasia Allison, founder of Kula Cloth, about how her decision to let life be easy has transformed the way she experiences life and continues to innovate in her business. Through the power of shared story, we're excited to tap into the sense of possibilities that a new year brings, and share some rituals and activities that have helped us breathe life into our wildest dreams. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wellnessinthewilderness/message

Anastasia Allison is our guest for this episode.Kula Cloth is Anastasia's company one that she has grown in a genuine and unique way. Hear her story and get ready to be inspired.Anastasia has always been passionate about the outdoors. She was sidetracked during college  by heading down the path to go to medical school because everyone in her school was going to medical school. After realizing this might not be the path she wanted....listen to hear what Anastasia did next. We chat about Kula's origin and how taking photos of her original "pee cloth" in epic wilderness settings inspired her to make the the cloth "cooler" and an actual piece of gear. No where in her imagination did she expect to create a movement.Kula Cloth is more than an outdoor product. It is a community, a community that dances together five days a week at 6:30am. One that learns together at Kula Academy.  A community connected by humor, values, and a commitment to leave the wilderness better than it was before.KULA MEANS MORE THAN JUST A PIECE OF GEARThe Kula Cloth® gets its name from Kula Khangri - the tallest mountain in Bhutan. Anastasia completed a trek in Bhutan in 2011, and it was a life-changing experience for her. Including the name of a peak symbolizes the process of accomplishing anything in life - mountains are climbed one step at a time.Anastasia is a joy to listen to. We talk hiking, dancing, business, and much more during our conversation.  Thanks for tuning into this episode of the Exploring Washington State Podcast! If the information in our conversations and interviews are enjoyable and valuable to you, please head over to iTunes, subscribe to the show, and leave us an honest review.Your reviews and feedback will not only help us continue to deliver great, helpful content, but it will also help us reach even more amazing listeners just like you!If you want to read about some of the many amazing places to explore in Washington State, you should just pack your bags and go! Explore Washington State is the perfect place for inspiration.    Check it out today.  Support the showSupport the show

In this episode we discuss the items we pack in our backpacks for camping in the backcountry.

In episode 27 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we explore the idea of using pee rags in the backcountry in a bit more detail. If you are a person with a vulva, and you squat when you pee, a pee rag can be an excellent low waste option. If you want more information about pee rags, menstrual cups, and more, go back and check out episode 17 where we explore all things menses and peeing in the woods. In that episode, we briefly cover some pee rag options, one of them being the Kula Cloth. Because peeing outside is something many of us do, I was excited to sit down and chat with Anastasia Allison. Anastasia Allison is the founder of Kula Cloth, the first of its kind - an antimicrobial pee cloth for anybody who squats when they pee. Anastasia has been described as, 'mysteriously complex' - and when she isn't doing work for Kula or contemplating the vastness of the universe, she spends her time playing violin in the mountains, writing whimsical poetry or dancing. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/outdoorminimalist ----------------------------- Lava Linens Discount Code for 15% off your next purchase: OUTDOORMINIMALIST KULA CLOTH WEBSITE: https://kulacloth.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/kulacloth/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/thekulacloth/ ----------------------------- EPISODE RESOURCES LNT Guidelines How to Use a Pee Cloth SheFly Apparel Pee Funnel Menstrual Cup

After a near-death accident, Anastasia Allison quit her job as a railroad police officer and created her own company, Kula Cloth. Kula Cloth are reusable pee cloths that are functional and environmentally friendly for anyone who spends time on the trails or wants to find an alternative to toilet paper. As strange as they sound, they're incredibly utilitarian and hygienic for the wilderness and leaving no trace behind. -- If the content we make on the Eco-Warriors Podcast makes an impact on you, become a sponsor! Visit anchor.fm/trashtalking and click on the link to "Support This Podcast." For as little as $2.99, the cost of a cup of coffee, you can help support the stories we share and help spur more eco-warriors into action. Join the conversation on Facebook and follow us on Instagram. Support us by subscribing, reviewing, and sharing this podcast with others. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ecowarriorspodcast/support

Some of our favorite guests from podcasts past join us to talk about what they're wishing for this year. Hannah Marcom and Sharenda Birts have tips and tricks galore -- like giving the gift of not having to learn from someone you're related to, or how exactly you can enjoy a latte in the field, frothed milk and all -- OR, could your HSA pay for those electronic Bluetooth earplugs you've always wanted? Get the scoop in our second annual holiday gifts episode. 'Tis the season to be merry, Artemis! 2:00 Our gift gurus: You might remember Hannah from earlier this year on the program, and long-time guest Sharenda, from WildHERness.org is back on the mic, too! 4:00 Outdoor apparel in the fitting room versus the field 6:00 On being an underbuyer of gear 8:00 WildHERness "Go Wild" event, where one participant left for snacks, returned with a roadkill squirrel and asked if they could field dress it #yeswecan! 11:00 Sound Gear Phantom ear buds - you hear the stuff you want (animals, audiobooks) and minimize what you don't want (firearms, crickets) 13:50 Also... you miiiight be able to get those ear plugs covered on your HSA plan #winning 14:00 On to base layers... confessions of a recovering merino wool purist 15:00 FORLOH for good-quality, synthetic base layers. Base layer tops and Base Layer Bottoms. Want more options? Check out Badlands tops and bottoms, too 17:00 Lightweight foldable shooting stick in the $30 range 20:00 Different sticks for different chicks. Think about what's right for you. 23:00 Range-finding binos -- many different products, the Bushnell Fusion is one of the more affordable out there; the Vortex Fury is also a great set 28:00 Orvis Women's Ultralight Wading Boot with studs - a big step up from the Chacos/neoprene socks combo 30:00 A nice knife saves a lot of time on sharpening; Try a Havalon Talon Hunt set with blades you can swap out (plus, getting those blades out!) 37:00 Invest in yourself & your competence; take the bow course, buy a membership at the range -- those things add up 39:00 There's something to be said for learning from people you're not related to 44:00 "If I'm questioning if I can make that, I'm just not going to do it." Taking a good shot is more important than taking a shot 45:00 Wild rags for EVERYTHING 46:00 Flashback to the Kula Cloth: 3Ps with Anastasia Allison of Kula Cloth 48:00 The Ember, a battery-powered coffee cup that keeps your joe WARM 50:00 In the field, the CamelBak Mag Insulated Bottle will keep coffee hot for about six hours; And you've got to have a Stanley thermos (or 10)... "the original Yeti;" Lastly, the sexy thermos, Mossy Oak Camo Thermo. 52:00 Serious coffee in the field - try the Mukka; or the Jet Boil has a French press attachment 58:00 #coolertalk... wheels, bear locks, bottle opener, etc (the Otterbox cooler is Sharenda's fav) If this show has meant something to you, please consider giving to Artemis. You can donate here -- all money goes to support programs that get women on the water and in the field. #thankyou

With an Instagram following of more than 360k, you might have heard of Pattie Gonia. But she is more than just an Instagram influencer posting elaborate photos in five-inch heels and full-blown makeup in the wilderness. This drag queen is building a community for queer people, allies, and our planet. Today we talk with Wyn Wiley, also known as Pattie Gonia, to learn what it means to be an environmentalist drag queen, how a photographer from Nebraska found himself wearing knee-high boots and false lashes in the forest, and what choosing yourself can look like. Topics covered in this episode: · Her, him & they. · Choosing oneself. · Wyn shares his thoughts on environmental care. · The most important question: Who does Pattie's makeup? To learn more about Wyn Wiley and Pattie Gonia, follow them on Instagram at @pattiegonia. This episode is supported by Kula Cloth, the antimicrobial pee cloth for anyone who squats when they pee. Learn more at www.kulacloth.com & Instagram @kulacloth. We hope you enjoyed this episode. Come check us out at www.UnlikelyStoriesPodcast.com & Instagram @UnlikelyStoriesPodcast.

Pattie Gonia is an environmental advocate and backpacking drag queen, made famous through her vibrant social media presence. Through her work advocating for LGBTQ people in the outdoors, she has created a vibrant community that exists to explore the connection between self-identity, sexuality, and the natural world. Outside of heels, Wyn Wiley has worked as a photographer, speaker, and teacher, who created Pattie after strutting around a peak in Colorado and evolved her into the outdoor community voice she is today. Topics covered in this episode: - Wyn's upbringing in the Midwest and how he grew into an LGBTQ advocate - How we all perform drag to some extent - How the drag persona Pattie Gonia was born, and how she is different from Wyn - How Wyn/Pattie use drag to advocate for the environment To learn more about Wyn Wiley and Pattie Gonia, follow them on Instagram at @pattiegonia. This episode is supported by Kula Cloth, the antimicrobial pee cloth for anyone who squats when they pee. Learn more at www.kulacloth.com & Instagram @kulacloth. We hope you enjoyed this episode. Come check us out at www.UnlikelyStoriesPodcast.com & Instagram @UnlikelyStoriesPodcast.

Representation is a key piece to making the outdoors a more inclusive and welcoming place. While seeing more diversity in the world of professional athletes helps, it's equally important to have this diversity in the groups we join in the outdoors. That's where the mission of Inclusive Outdoors Project starts, as they strive to bridge the gap between affinity spaces and outdoor organizations. In this episode, Inclusive Outdoors Project founders Sophia Bielsky and Vasu Sojitra discuss the philosophy and mission behind their organization, and how their clinics are helping to shift the perceptions of the outdoor industry. Topics covered in this episode: • What inspires us to get outside. • The importance of inclusive terminology. • The power of affinity spaces. • Establishing an organization during COVID. To learn more about Inclusive Outdoors Project, visit inclusiveoutdoorsproject.com; IG @inclusiveoutdoorsproject. This episode is supported by Kula Cloth, the antimicrobial pee cloth for anyone who squats when they pee. Learn more at www.kulacloth.com & Instagram @kulacloth. We hope you enjoyed this episode. Come check us out at www.UnlikelyStoriesPodcast.com & Instagram @UnlikelyStoriesPodcast.

Earl B. Hunter Jr. knows how to bring people together. He is widely recognized for his exuberant personality, hard work ethic, and non-traditional approach to building relationships, which has proved effective in his efforts to increase diversity in the outdoors industry. Hunter is the founder and CEO of Black Folks Camp Too, a marketing-driven business that focuses on making camping and the outdoors more inviting and interesting to the BIPOC communities that aren't always represented in the industry. The idea sprung from a camping trip in 2015, where Hunter and his son traveled across the United States in an RV, visiting 49 campgrounds in 20 states, and only seeing one other Black family camping during the whole trip. Topics covered in this episode: • Hunter's vision behind Black Folks Camp Too. • The importance of inclusivity in the outdoor industry. • The meaning behind the Unity Blaze design. To learn more about Earl B. Hunter Jr. and Black Folks Camp Too, visit BlackFolksCampToo.com; IG @blackfolkscamptoo This episode is supported by Kula Cloth, the antimicrobial pee cloth for anyone who squats when they pee. Learn more at www.kulacloth.com & Instagram @kulacloth. We hope you enjoyed this episode. Come check us out at www.UnlikelyStoriesPodcast.com & Instagram @UnlikelyStoriesPodcast

In 2011, Jennifer Pharr Davis set the overall fastest known time on the Appalachian Trail, hiking the 2,185-mile footpath from Georgia to Maine in just 46 days. Today, she continues to wow athletes with her accomplishments, including backpacking 700 miles pregnant, walking across North Carolina while nursing her newborn son, and hiking in all 50 states with her two-year-old daughter. Pharr Davis is an internationally recognized adventurer, speaker, author, and entrepreneur who has hiked more than 14,000 miles of trails on six different continents. She's currently serving on President Biden's Council of Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition, and played a prominent role in the 2020 IMAX film 'Into America's Wild.' Topics covered in this episode: • What she was thinking when she set the overall FKT record on the Appalachian Trail. • What it means to be a woman who set the overall FKT on a long trail. • Sponsorships in the outdoor community. • Despite what people say, Pharr Davis does not have superpowers. • The importance of getting outside, no matter where you are. • Go-to gear items. To learn more about Jennifer Pharr Davis, visit her website at www.jenniferpharrdavis.com; IG: @jenpharrdavis This episode is supported by Kula Cloth, the antimicrobial pee cloth for anyone who squats when they pee. Learn more at www.kulacloth.com & Instagram @kulacloth. This episode is supported by LEKI, makers of the world's best poles since 1948. www.Leki.com & Instagram @lekiusa We hope you enjoyed this episode. Come check us out at www.UnlikelyStoriesPodcast.com & Instagram @UnlikelyStoriesPodcast

What's the deal with our collective embarrassment around hygiene? How is sex and gender tied up into all of this? What happens when we don't talk about hygiene openly? And-- just as importantly-- what happens when we do?Anastasia Allison, founder of Kula Cloth, joins the show to dive into this, and we lean on our own personal outdoor hygiene stories and mishaps to illustrate that when it comes to hygiene, there's nothing dirty about it-- and nothing to be ashamed about.Featured in this Episode:Anastasia AllisonInstagram: @kulacloth / @anastasia.allison Website: Kula Cloth (and check out the Sex Outside Kula!)Check out a special bonus poem about outdoor sex by Anastasia: A (Very Honest) Poem by Kula ClothLet's be friends:We want you to be a part of the Sex Outside community!The Sex Outside closed network is a new way to engage with Sex Outside and connect with other community members. It's free, and where all of our bonus content, giveaways, and workshops will be moving forward.Join the Sex Outside community here!We're getting weird (and real) on social media:Find Sex Outside on Instagram! @sex.outside / @natureisalittledirty / @tinysexoutsideTikTok: @natureisalittledirtyPinterest: Sex Outside BoardWant to support Sex Outside?Leave a 5-star review in Apple Podcasts or the app of your choosing!Need a transcript for this episode? Find it here.Hosted and produced by Laura Borichevsky.Cover artwork by Hailey Hirst.Music by Wild Wild and UTAH, licensed via  MusicBed.

In this special bonus content, hear a custom-made poem written and read by Anastasia Allison, founder of Kula Cloth, all about the unexpected adventures that can take place when you decide to get intimate outdoors.  We teamed up with Kula Cloth to produce a special edition Kula that you'll definitely want post sex (be it solo or partnered) featuring beautiful art from Natalie Weinberg. Head to Kula Cloth to see it for yourself, and stay tuned for a full episode featuring Anastasia Allison this Friday!Lastly, this week marks the beginning of our platform re-launch here at Sex Outside, and we have some fun things planned as we re-introduce our new structure, format, and additional offerings. To get the inside scoop on everything, including promo codes to the fully updated Sex Outside shop, drop us your email. We'd love to keep in touch.Resources:Get the Sex Outside Kula Cloth: www.kulacloth.comFind Kula Cloth on Instagram: @kulaclothLearn more about the artist, Natalie Weinberg, behind the Sex Outside Kula Cloth: @artistnatalieLet's be friends:We want you to be a part of the Sex Outside community!Join us for completely free to connect, receive resources, and more: community.sexoutside.orgAs we re-launch the platform, join our newsletter to stay in the loop and receive special promos!Want to support Sex Outside?Leave a 5-star review in Apple Podcasts or the app of your choosing!Hosted and produced by Laura Borichevsky.Cover artwork by Hailey Hirst.Music by Wild Wild and UTAH, licensed via MusicBed. 

Blissful Hiker organizes her gear for the  Continental Divide Hike. In this episode:Blissful is taking a new Gossamer Gear ultralight "Gorilla" pack and "The One" tent on this thru-hike.Also an Ursack XL Major to keep grizzlies from nosing into her food which was a compromise to get the bigger bag at 15 liters but not critter impermeable.New aluminum LEKI Cross Trail trekking poles will hold her upright as well as her tent.Really special on trail are merino tops from Ibex - two hoodies of different weights as well as a T-shirt. Merino manages temperatures, wicks moisture and never stinks!Favorites of all long trails are Balega "Enduro" socks and La Sportiva Akyra trail runners as well as gel toe separators. New additions to her personal items include the superb antimicrobial Kula Cloth pee rag as well as Leukotape, “a backpackers secret weapon." Thanks to Sawyer, Blissful was able to make a gravity-feed water filtration system and save her arthritic hands from squeezing. FULL GEAR LIST HERE! MUSIC: Introduccion y allegro by Carlos Guastavino as played by Alison Young, flute and Vicki Seldon, piano. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/blissfulhiker)

I truly loved talking to Anastasia Allison. Anastasia is the Founder of Kula Cloth, an "antimicrobial pee cloth for anybody who squats when they pee" (kulacloth.com). Since my interview with Anastasia, I now have a Kula. I absolutely love it. This is a must for all active, outdoorsy women. In this interview, Anastasia generously shares her experiences about being bullied, shattering suffocating beliefs around work and money, the acceptance provided by the outdoors, and the importance of daily dancing. Anastasia is also a talented violinist who is part of The Musical Mountaineers, where the love of music and the mountains is experienced in the most unique way. This is a conversation that really spoke to me as we all contemplate new chapters, what we are living for and how to be confident in our passions and dreams. There is much to learn from Anastasia Allison, and I truly wanted to jump through Zoom to go for a hike with her. Enjoy. Original broadcast on CIUT 89.5FM and www.ciut.fm. All FLY Travel Radio episodes can be heard here: https://flyrodway.com/flypodcast/travel-podcast-episodes/

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If you are an outdoor enthusiasts backpacking in the wilderness or enjoying a short day hike, one thing everyone has in common is – having to go pee. For women it can be tricky, and awkward to pack toilet paper, and then have to pack it out. Anastasia Allison developed the first of it's kind […]

Kate “Switch” Hill (she/her) is a queer thru-hiker having completed the Colorado Trail (CT) in 2020, The Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) in 2019, and  Nüümü Poyo aka the John Muir Trail (JMT) in 2017!  Her love for running outside lead her to discovering backpacking and after hiking the JMT one summer during college she was hooked!  She spent her final years in school planning and saving so she could set off on the PCT in 2019! In this episode of The Occupation Wild Podcast Courtney and Kate sat down to talk about all things thru-hiking the PCT!  From navigating the trail as a queer womxn, hiker trash culture, how one gets their trail name, and an in-depth look into completing a 2,653-mile journey by foot! 

For many women the outdoors hasn't been a comfortable place for one reason - being able to poop, pee and have their periods while on extended hiking, boating, biking, and camping trips. Anastasia Allison the inventor of the Kula Cloth explains to women how to do all three comfortably in the outdoors so it never has to hold you back from any adventure you desire. Learn how and why she invented the innovative Kula Cloth, a piece of gear you won't want to pee in the woods without ever again. Get Your Kula Cloth on E2T Adventures Website and help fund other innovative products from female gear designers. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/marci-nault0/message

I'm thrilled to welcome Michelle Ellison to the podcast today. I first met Michelle in 2018 when we paddleboarded on the Thames with Active 360 and then went to Adventure Uncovered Live. Michelle Ellison has been an adventurer, author, speaker, film producer and podcast club host since connecting with her love of the outdoors back in 2015. She has since paddle boarded the length of the River Thames for citizen science, the longest fjord in Norway, the English Channel, and more recently the width of England for mental health. Describing herself as a non-runner, cyclist and mountaineer, she took on cycling the length of the UK, running the width of the UK for mental health and suicide, and climbing the highest point in every European country. A kiwi at heart, her mantra of ‘make sh*t happen' pushes her to create new experiences for herself and others, believing in the power of connection and getting out of your comfort zone. When she's not in the outdoors you'll find Michelle scheming her latest adventure, spending hours talking to her friends and family on the phone (Covid-times), binging on Netflix and tending to her career in HR. In this episode, Michelle tells us about her exciting new venture bringing the Kula Cloth, which sounds fabulous and could make a great difference to women in the outdoors!To get more information on Michelle's projects and how you can buy your own environmentally friendly, technical antimicrobial pee cloth for your next adventure, visit www.shellsellison.com or @shells_ellison on Instagram.If you have any questions please get in touch! My email is thejoyofsuppodcast@gmail.comand our Instagram is @thejoyofsuppodcast_. Follow #thejoyofsuppodcast on Twitter and Instagram too. On Facebook we are TheJoyofSUPPodcastThe website  www.jomoseley.comWishing you sunshine and joy and thank you for joining us. See you soon, Jo x Please always remember to put safety first and be responsible for getting the right advice for your training, body and where and how you SUP. This podcast can't replace professional advice. The podcast was recorded in December 2020 before Lockdown 3 in the UK. 

In this episode, Cindy Ross discusses her adventures with long distance cycling and backpacking, as well as her experience with raising her kids outdoors. You can still get 10% off from Kula Cloth until February 2nd. Use the code "petmoremoss" when you're checking out at www.kulacloth.comToday's guest: Cindy Ross, www.cindyrosstraveler.com and @cindyrosstravelerHost: Rose "Comics" Turner, www.rotucomics.com and @rotucomicsProducer: Colin J. Mason , www.mirandumpictures.com and @beardybaldguyMusic: The Mailboxes, www.ilovethemailboxes.com and @themailboxes

In this first episode of the season, Luke Healy joins our host, Rose "Comics" Turner. We discuss his book, Americana, which is about his Pacific Crest Trail thru-hike and his relationship to the United States. We also discuss the parallels between cartooning and stand-up comedy, as well some of the things we experience before and after going on a big adventure. After that, we have our Adventure Memoir segment in which I discuss the book Full Tilt by Dervla Murphy. Then I announce a GIVEAWAY which will include a copy of Luke's book, among other things. More information about that can be found on instagram @journeysthroughart. The giveaway winner will be announced on February 2nd, 2021. Listeners can take advantage of a deal from Kula Cloth; use the code "petmoremoss" to get 10% off your next order. Discount good through February 2nd, 2021. Guest: Luke Healy, @LukeHealy and his book is AmericanaHost: Rose "Comics" Turner, @rotucomics & patreon.com/rotuPodcast: Journeys Through Art, @journeysthroughartProducer: Colin J. Mason, mirandumpictures.com & @beardybaldguyMusic: The Mailboxes (Jillian & Logan Ivy), ilovethemailboxes.com & @themailboxes

Happy New Year and Welcome to 2021! Jester had a chance to connect with Kathryn Herndon-Powell, Education and Outreach Coordinator with the Appalachian Trail Conservancy.  Kathryn educates us on the 7 Leave No Trace Principles, gives us some great resources to utilize as we plan our section hikes for 2021,  and overall just be better stewards out on the trails.  Connect with Kathryn Herndon-Powell: Education and Outreach Coordinator Appalachian Trail Conservancy Email: kherndon@appalachiantrail.org ATC Education and Outreach: https://appalachiantrail.org/our-work/conservation/education-and-outreach/ AT Hike Registration: atcamp.org Leave No Trace: https://lnt.org/ 11th Essential: https://sites.google.com/view/11thessential/ Kula Cloth: https://kulacloth.com/ Connect with Julie "Jester" Gayheart: Email: jester@jestersectionhiker.com Website: https://www.hikingradionetwork.com/show/jester-section-hiker/ Connect with Hiking Radio Network: Email: steve@hikingradionetwork.com Website:  hikingradionetwork.com Music provided by: The Okee Dokee Brothers "Through The Woods" www.okeedokee.org

Explore Washington State Holiday Gift Guide 2020. Our second annual guide to some of the best local artisan gifts made in Washington State.In this episode we chat with Mackenzie Passegger as she shares with us a bit of information about each of the merchants in our gift guide.Explore Washington State is proud to support and promote Washington based small businesses and creatives. 2232 Ceramics. Handmade pottery made in Spokane. Mugs, planters, and more.Contour Creative. Hand-stamped clothing. Comfortable and stylish.Ridge Line Rings. Bentwood rings. Using precious metals, and antlers.Mack Provisions. Vintage Baseball gloves turned into handmade wallets and keepsakes.Kula Cloth. Reusable antimicrobial pee cloths. For hiking and camping. Roast House Coffee. Our coffee partner. Enjoy a cup of Explore Washington State Blend.Wish You Were Northwest. Washington themed clothing. Hoodies, Beanies, and more.Cecelia Stitch. Handcrafted canvas aprons, Christmas stockings, and more. Whiskey Jack. Hand-painted hats, cards, stickers, and more. From the Ground Up. Merino wool socks with designs inspired from local landmarks.Tuesday Shop. Individually hand-painted kimonos.Salt Blade. Artisan handmade salami. Wide variety of varieties. EQPD. Function meets form. Lifetime bags to help you keep you life organized.Cascadia Modern. Scratch off posters. Check out our Explore Washington State Bucket List Poster. Staheekum. Environmentally friendly footwear for the entire family. If you want other great ideas of places to visit, or to find out more about people who are making amazing things in Washington State you can visit Explore Washington State.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ExploringWash)

Two mountains bookend Blissful Hiker's walk of the Te Araroa in the Waikato Region of New Zealand's North Island – the Hakarimata Range and Mount Pirongia, and she discovers that a hiker is both spectator and participant. In this episode: Blissful walks over slippery roots and deep pools of mud to reach the Hakarimata Trig before running down hundreds of stairs.It's an easy walk to Hamilton where Blissful meets Irene, her partner from the first days of the Te Araroa, then another easy walk to Whatawhata, where she uses up all the good weather and faces a big challenge in rain.It's a long walk over farmland and up on the Kapamahunga Range, then on to the giant extinct volcano, Mount Pirongia. In a storm, friends from around the world await at the Pahautea Hut on the summit, and she learns that she "actuates" her hike - and life - in every decision she makes. MUSIC Introduccion y allegro by Carlos Guastavino as played by Alison Young, flute and Vicki Seldon, pianoavailable on iTunesKULA CLOTH "pee rag"! Intentionally designed for all the places you ‘go,' the Kula Cloth is one of the most important pieces of gear a women should have attached to her pack.read review order one for yourselfBACKCOUNTRY FOODIE A partner in healthy, ultralight and inexpensive thru-hiker meal planning, Backcountry Foodie is a game changer!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/blissfulhiker)

Welcome to the Hiking My Feelings Virtual Campfire. This 20-day event is a fundraiser for the Hiking My Feelings Wilderness Wellness Center, the American Diabetes Association, and RAINN - the nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization. Each night from May 26-June 14, 2020 we are going live at 5pm PT to bring inspiration, hope, and healing to the community in these uncertain times. If you find value in what we're sharing here, please consider making a contribution to our non-profit organization. You can get tickets to the Virtual Campfire at https://hikingmyfeelings.org/campfire and you can make a one-time donation at https://hikingmyfeelings.org/give Our guests tonight are: ANASTASIA ALLISON Anastasia is the founder of Kula Cloth®, an intentionally-designed pee cloth for anyone who squats when they pee. You can learn more about Kula Cloth at kulacloth.com. Anastasia is also a violinist and performs sunrise summit serenades with The Musical Mountaineers. JENNA CELMER Jenna used to work at the US Olympic Committee as a scientific communicator, bridging the gap between scientists and folks in professional sports leagues like the MLB and NFL, working on anti-doping measures. She's now the VP of Digital Strategy for GearMunk, an app created to cultivate authentic outdoor gear reviews. GABACCIA Gabaccia is dedicated to #ExploringResponsibly and making the outdoors more inclusive. We chat a bit about her adventures in the outdoors, including the trail work she did at Glacier National Park last year in Montana. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/hikingmyfeelings/support

The Blissful Hiker is back on New Zealand's Te Araroa walking through the Waikato Region in the center of the North Island. She learns to face her fear – as well as ambivalence and irritation – and muscle through the bad parts so she can be open to surprise. In this episode: Blissful skips a trail detour and starts her hike in muddy wetlands and electric-fenced pastureland.She arranges for a whole group to camp at Cathy's Pies and learns that whatever answers she's looking for on the trail, is likely already inside her. Her hiking friends share many of her same feelings about the trail and remind her this is all building "character." Once she moves past fear and gets her rhythm, she camps alone high up in the Hakarimata Range with an incredible sunset and a morepork (owl) for company. MUSIC: Introduccion y allegro by Carlos Guastavino as played by Alison Young, flute and Vicki Seldon, pianoavailable on iTunesKULA CLOTH "pee rag"! Intentionally designed for all the places you ‘go,' the Kula Cloth is one of the most important pieces of gear a women should have attached to her pack.read review order one for yourselfSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/blissfulhiker)

Carla Marie gets the stories of people following a passion outside of their day job! Anastasia is the mastermind behind the “pee cloth”...yes you read that right! Kula Cloth is perfect for hikers, campers, back packers who want to Leave No Trace. It’s a reusable, microbial, cloth so there’s no need for toilet paper! Learn how Anastasia came up with the idea and launched a product that’s never been made before!Support Anastasiahttps://kulacloth.comFollow Kula Clothhttps://www.instagram.com/kulacloth/Follow Carla Mariehttps://www.instagram.com/thecarlamarie/Listen to Carla Marie's Morning Show Livehttps://www.iheart.com/live/kiss-fm-seattle-4257/Listen to Carla Marie's Morning Show as Podcasthttps://www.iheart.com/podcast/139-carla-marie-anthony-on-dem-28454123/

Ever heard of a "Long Awesome Section Hike"? Jen Theisen aka "Wandering Pine" joins Jester on this Episode of the Podcast to share her LASH of the Superior Hiking Trail in Minnesota. Jen shares with us the history of how she deemed herself "Wandering Pine", how her somewhat of a "mid-life" crisis led her to the challenge of completing the SHT, and we also hear her version of the 52 Hike Challenge. You will find her passion inspiring when it comes to working with the Granite Gear Groundskeepers, Women Who Hike, and being a good steward of our trails and waterways. Thanks for sharing your passion for the outdoors with us on the podcast! Hope you Enjoy and Happy Section Hiking! Connect with Wandering Pine: Website: https://wanderingpine.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wandering.pine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wanderingpine/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmvLxxYvCzlC_NS62ug5P1g Granite Gear Groundskeepers: https://www.thegroundskeepers.org/ Women Who Hike: https://www.womenwhohike.com/ Kula Cloth: https://kulacloth.com/ Resources Mentioned: Ray Jardine Website: www.rayjardine.com Fixing Your Feet: http://www.fixingyourfeet.com/ 52 Hike Challenge: https://www.52hikechallenge.com/ NCT Hike 100 Challenge: https://northcountrytrail.org/hike-100-challenge/ Superior Hiking Trail: https://superiorhiking.org/ Connect with Julie "Jester" Gayheart: Email: jesternc2212@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesterhikes/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jesterhikes Music provided for this Podcast by The Okee Dokee Brothers "Through The Woods" www.okeedokee.org

Calm the Chaos/ Episode 11 Anastasia Allison, Conversation about her career journey and the founder of the Kula Cloth About  Anastasia Allison is a former park ranger and police officer turned full-time entrepreneur after a nearly fatal incident while driving home from a snowshoeing trip at Stevens Pass, Wa.  That single incident was a catalyst for her own journey of self-discovery. A lifelong musician, Anastasia is also the violinist for the duo called The Musical Mountaineers. She is also the founder of a gear company called Kula Cloth, which makes the very first antimicrobial pee cloth for all the places you “go”.   What  You’ll Learn How Anastasia went from being a railroad police officer to the founder of the Kula Cloth What did she learn about herself during her journey How did she work thru her limiting beliefs about herself Did Anastasia work with a coach during her journey of self-discovery? How does Anastasia calm the chaos in her life What’s next on the horizon for Anastasia and her company! Resources The Kula Cloth Website  Enjoy the show? Don’t miss an episode, follow the podcast on ITunes and Spotify. Please rate, review and subscribe to the podcast!  

Peeing, pooping and periods. Oh yeah, we're "going" there. The founder of Kula Cloth, Anastasia Allison, joins us to talk about how to do all three of these things comfortably in the backcountry. Do you 'drip dry,' or 'shake it off'? What about if you pop a squat and notice a trail cam pointed at you? 1:30 - 'Snain' - snow up high, rain down low 4:00 - unannounced sunrise concerts in the backcountry, courtesy of a packed in keyboard and violin 4:45 - going from working in parks, to becoming a police officer, to entrepreneurship - Kula Cloth is a non-microbial cloth that helps you "go" wherever you need to 8:30 - On stealing toilet paper from another camper's backpack, and realizing you don't actually know HOW to go potty in the woods 11:45 - PEEING. Drip dry? Or, the 'aggressive shake-off'? 12:00 - It's important to stay dry and clean in the backcountry. Otherwise you're looking at chafing, UTIs, or plain old discomfort 13:00 - When peeing, be mindful of water sources nearby. Try to be 200 ft away 13:30 - How to pee? There are all kinds of ways. There's the trusty 'ol squat, or if you're in a climbing harness or drysuit, products like the SheWee or TinkleBell or SheFly pants. 14:45 - Even if you shake off after peeing, you're probably still going to have some residual moisture 16:00 - Description of a toilet bag 17:00 - Kula Cloth and other pee cloths are there to help you pat dry 18:00 - Caring for a pee cloth on a long backpacking trip 23:45 - POOP. That moment when you ask for the trowel and everybody knows where you're going 25:00 - You should be packing out toilet paper. Is it awkward shoving it in a clear ziplock bag and toting it to and from camp? Yes. One tip: Cover your poo baggie with duct tape. 26:00 - Digging a 6- to 8-inch hole sounds super easy, but it doesn't feel quick when you really need to go. You can pre-dig a hole as soon as you set-up camp. 27:00 - Nobody wants to show up to a campsite with a bunch of small rock shrines, which are actually just small poop temples for people who didn't bother to dig a hole. 28:00 - Toilet paper doesn't just disappear, especially in desert and alpine environments 28:30 - "Blue bag" areas - places where you're regulated to pack out your poop. (Also a good idea to be blue-bagging in snow-camping situations.) 30:00 - Blue-bagging can feel a little weird. It's like picking up dog poop, but you are the dog. 30:30 - go2 Outdoor Essentials 32:00 - "CuloClean" squirt nozzle for water bottle 33:00 - On husband-wife intimacy when it comes to poo in the backcountry 38:00 - Burning toilet paper - yay or nay? 39:30 - PERIODS. 40:30 - Menstrual cups, like Diva Cup and Pixie Cup. If you've ever thought of trying one, the ease of having your period in the backcountry is a huge perk. 41:45 - If you use tampons/pads, you're going to need to pack out the spent ones, preferably keeping them alongside your food so they're not a wildlife attractant. 47:30 - South entrance to Yellowstone... the notorious sign, "Bears and Menstruation." It's scaring everybody! 48:30 - What's the evidence on bear attacks being correlated to periods? Not much. 48:45 - "Night of the Grizzlies" book 50:00 - Worst thing ever: Popping a squat and then seeing a trail cam pointed at you 57:00 - Knockin' rainbows on the Snake for a Fish and Game bounty 1:00:01 - Toilet paper shortage has been serendipitous for Kula Cloth

In our Forth Episode, Mike is joined at our campfire with Brittany from 11th Essential. It was a pleasure to sit down with someone I admire and hear how their beloved, and brilliant, organization came to fruition.  We talked about everything including the COVID-19 lifestyle changes, buying in bulk, her secrets for great trail mix, and a warning about how not to use a Kula Cloth.  Come join us around the digital campfire and have a listen.

Today’s conversation is with Anastasia Allison. Anastasia is a woman of many talents and interests. Early in her career she worked as a park ranger (a dream job for her) and then as a law enforcement officer for BNSF railway. She had a near death experience in a car accident that turned everything around for her. It was then that she stopped letting her fears get the best of her and it was at that point that she opened up to new possibilities including her work now as an entrepreneur with a very innovative, yet much needed product for women hikers. Fair warning that we dive right into a topic that isn’t usually discussed publicly but is at the core of her company, Kula Cloth. Oh, and to top it off, she plays violin and calls herself a musical mountaineer – and you’re going to hear a beautiful story about that. Anastasia Allison is a really thoughtful, reflective human being and I know you’re going to love this conversation with her… ***** Have a burning question and want to be featured on a future episode? Call 877-280-5170 and leave a message or email me here. ***** Connect with Anastasia Website | Instagram (Anastasia) | Instagram (Kula Cloth) | Instagram (Musical Mountaineers) ***** Links/books/people mentionedKula Cloth Musical Mountaineers (Youtube) Insight Timer KulaPalooza Spoken Wild These Concerts Are for Very Lucky Hikers Only (Outside Mag) Everything is Figureoutable by Marie Forleo (Amazon) Connect with me: PATREON! (join our growing community!) Facebook Instagram WanderTours Be Bold Facebook Group (women-only) Twitter Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe then tell a friend! Be Bold, Beth  

Episode 2: In today's episode, we chat with resident Kula Cloth creative director Amanda McIntyre about what initially sparked her interest in the outdoors (hint: it might surprise you!). She talks about growing up in a suburban area and some tips and tricks that she still uses (and we hope all of you will use too!) to take in all of the sounds and the full body experience of being in the outdoors. Amanda is an award-winning artist and she is the genius behind the unicorn, fox, bee and s'mores print Kulas. She is a mom and full-time artist who recently illustrated her first children's book. You can find Amanda on instagram @koicatcreative, or you can check out her website at www.koicat.com

Welcome to the very first episode of our brand new podcast, Kulacast: Stuck to Summit! The word 'Kula' means community, and it is with great joy that we will begin this adventure of getting to know our community on a deeper level. In our first episode, Kula Cloth founder Anastasia Allison explains the inspiration for Kulacast, answers the 4 core questions that will be explored in each episode, and brings in a special guest for the infamous 'curveball' question. You can find more information about Kula Cloth on our website, www.kulacloth.com or on instagram @kulacloth. Thanks for listening to the show - we can't wait to get to know all of you better and uplift each other as a community of inspired, adventure-minded individuals!

Anastasia Allison was an unusual kid. She was into things you and I probably were not such as volunteering at a national park as an interpretive guide wearing period costumes performing hymns and folk songs with her violin. Sounds like a super cool kid to me in many ways but sadly, Allison suffered a great deal of bullying as a child. It might be for that reason she spent a lot of her life trying to conform to this “what should we be and do with our lives.” She finally realized after a near-death experience, that she can actually do whatever she wants to and today, she owns a gear company that sells pee cloths - it’s called Kula Cloth - check it out a t kulacloth.com , she climbs mountains with her violin and performs music in the wilderness with the Musical Mountaineeers and she basically has defined what success means to her and is living it, a major prerequisite for being on this podcast.    We talk about: A childhood of bullying - and turning it into a positive experience Overcoming limiting beliefs The role the woods plays in all this.    So with that, let’s listen in and gear up for what’s next.    Where to find Anastasia and other links: kulacloth.com @kulacloth on Instagram @themusicalmountaineers Musical Mountaineers on Youtube  Her personal website     BEFORE YOU LEAVE - If you are enjoying the shows, I hope you’ll subscribe, rate, review and share with your friends!   About Lisa Gerber: Lisa advises CEOs and senior-level management on how to use the power of storytelling and effective communication to influence action and bring ideas to life.   She guides companies through the digital maze of constantly changing tools to build discovery, loyalty, and ultimately help them achieve their own big leaps.   When she is not in her office, she might be out skiing or trail running. This is where she does her best creative problem-solving.   To learn more about booking Lisa for consulting, speaking or workshops, visit www.bigleapcreative.com.

Welcome to Travel Loving Moms podcast where you'll hear from moms who share their stories, tips and advice. My guest today is a wife and mom to two little girls ages 7 and 4. They have a love for travel and preserving our planet. Her blog The Walking Mermaid is full of post to inspire you about camping, traveling, parenting and saving the environment. She loves camping and spending time outdoors with her family. It gives them a deeper connection with each other and also gives her the opportunity to teach her girls how to care and love the planet and cherish each place they visit. Follow Jessica @ https://www.instagram.com/thewalkingmermaidblog/ https://www.facebook.com/thewalkingmermaidblog/ https://thewalkingmermaid.com/ Product mention | KulaCloth (pee rag) kulacloth.com Blog Post about Kula Cloth https://thewalkingmermaid.com/blog/kula-cloth-pee-cloth-outdoors Blog Post about starting a blog https://thewalkingmermaid.com/blog/how-to-start-a-blog-successfully If you'd like to be a guest, visit www.travellovingmoms.com/beaguest Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, Youtube --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/travelmomspodcast/message

Both filmmaker Sarah Menzies and The Musical Mountaineers accomplished big things after our conversations last year. Sarah debuted her film Afghan Cycles. Rose and Anastasia played music in Seattle's Benaroya Hall. We catch up and celebrate what's next. Women featured in this episode: Sarah Menzies, Anastasia Allison, and Rose Freeman Hosted by Gale Straub In this episode you'll hear: How the Afghan Cycles film debut at Hot Docs film festival went for filmmaker Sarah Menzies Why film festivals are important for outdoor documentary films How Sarah is carving out time for her and her partner Kaitlin after devoting so much time to Afghan Cycles What Sarah wants to focus on for her next film project How she feels about Afghan Cycles being available to stream on platforms like iTunes Why Sarah wouldn't tell you she's "living the dream" but why she wouldn't have it any other way The Musical Mountaineers share about the concert they played at Benaroya Hall in Seattle (and how it wasn't as different as they thought it would be from playing in the mountains) The beauty in the fact that wherever Anastasia and Rose play their instruments, the feeling is the same. What Rose and Anastasia are excited about Anastasia's p-cloth company, Kula Cloth The possibility The Musical Mountaineers see in 2019 (for themselves and for others!) The She Explores book We're doing a She Explores book event at REI Seattle May 1st at 6:30PM. Mark your calendar! Sponsored by NoteCast by EX-IQ and Warby Parker Learn more at She-Explores.com Join us in our She Explores Podcast Facebook Group Sponsor Websites and Codes Warby Parker: Head to warbyparker.com/EXPLORE to order your free Home Try-On’s today. Notecast: Head to Notecast.app and use code EXPLORES at checkout for 60 days free! Resources Sarah's Episode: All In Rose and Anastasia's episode: The Musical Mountaineers Afghan Cycles: Find it on iTunes and find out where you else you can stream it Afghan Cycles: Website Sarah Menzies: Instagram & Let Media The Musical Mountaineers: Instagram & Facebook Kula Cloth: Website & Instagram Anastasia Allison: Instagram and Website Rose Freeman: Instagram She Explores Book Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It’ll help other people find us. Music is by Josh Woodward, Lee Rosevere and Kai Engel using a Creative Commons Attribution license.

This is the first edition of The Purpose-Driven Entrepreneur Interview Series, a monthly content series that will feature frank conversations with inspiring entrepreneurs who have intentionally built their businesses (and lives) around a deeper sense of purpose. Meet Anastasia Allison: violinist of The Musical Mountaineers, founder of Kula Cloth, adventure coach, and self-titled “adventurepreneur.” Yes,…

Anastasia Allison is the violinist of the Musical Mountaineers and the founder/inventor of Kula Cloth, but living a life of entrepreneurship and adventures wasn't always the case. After being involved in a bad car accident, Anastasia realized it was time to stop putting off her dreams and start engaging them.A handful of years later, she's found herself being more inspired than ever before and going after those dreams she had previously been told weren't attainable.If you're in the need of a little inspiration and finding yourself feeling stuck in a rut, this episode with Anastasia is going to motivate you to chase down those dreams you've been putting off.I had a blast talking with Anastasia and I know you'll enjoy the heck out of this episode!By Land,Emory R. WangerTHANKS FOR LISTENING!!Taking the time to listen to this podcast is greatly appreciated! If you have questions or comments, feel free to reach me at emory@byland.co or leave a comment below. I'd love to hear from you.HELP THE SHOWIf you enjoyed this show and want to help me out, please leave me an honest review on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts from. Doing so will help my podcast reach others and grow more and more. I can't do it without you!Lifestyle Shop - http://byland.co/shop/Comic Book - http://byland.co/comic-book/SHOW NOTESIntroductionsAnastasias' backgroundOn finding purpose and going for itThe musical mountaineersWhy we explore the backcountryBringing classical instruments into the backcountryThe origin story of Kula ClothStepping into the world of entrepreneurship with Kula ClothThe reach of Kula ClothWhat it is and why it worksDealing with self doubt and finding purposeAnastasia's podcastHow to reach AnastasiaLINKShttps://anastasiaallison.com/https://kulacloth.com/https://www.youtube.com/themusicalmountaineershttps://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-inspired-adventurepreneur-podcast/id1272926801?mt=2&i=1000391542251https://www.instagram.com/anastasia.allison/

Join Me at Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/bePatron?u=5262583The Kula Cloth is just what women hikers, backpackers and travelers have needed. Creator Anastasia Allison is on this week to talk all about her new product.She jokes, "My target is women who pee!"Anastasia started using a bandana to clean up with after peeing on hikes. She thought there had to be a better way.Kula Cloth is the result! She found many things to improve on the standard bandana.* Clips to your backpack* Folds and clips to itself, keeping the unsanitary side unexposed* Promote Leave No Trace* Made from advanced silver-infused textiles that are purposely intended to be in contact with the human body* Reflective detail added to the cloth so that if you are on a backpacking trip and you need to locate the cloth in the middle of the nightFrom Anastasia's website on how to use-Simply pee, just like normal (note: in a wilderness setting, good practice is to choose a spot at least 70ft from a trail and 200ft from a water source... pro tip: if you are squatting down, it can be helpful to hold one trekking pole in front of you for stability). Use the plain black dimpled side of the Kula Cloth™ to absorb any residual moisture. Since the clean/printed side is waterproof, you don't need to worry about any liquid soaking through to your hand. Note: the Kula Cloth™ is NOT for wiping anything OTHER THAN pee. Do not wipe from front to back like you might with toilet paper - keep the Kula Cloth™ entirely in the pee-zone.Website- https://kulacloth.comFacebook- https://www.facebook.com/thekulacloth/Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/kulacloth/Waymark Gear CompanyHeavy duty ultralight backpackshttps://www.waymarkgearco.comLuxe Tents! Try a tarp teepeeand lighten your pack weight.https://luxe-hiking-gear.com