122. Becoming Ultralight: A Long Distance Backpacker's Lessons in Gear with Sarah Berkeley

As you start to plan your holiday plans, book flights, or map out your road trip, you may be asking yourself: Is it greener to drive or fly to Thanksgiving and Christmas celebrations? There isn't a cut-and-dry answer to this, so in this bonus episode, I'll provide a few options and some food for thought. [I misspoke in the episode and where I say carbon "positive" I meant to say carbon "negative"] INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist -------------------------- EPISODE RESOURCES: Calculate Flight Emissions: https://www.atmosfair.de/en/offset/flight/ CORSIA UN Flight Offset Plan: https://www.carbonbrief.org/corsia-un-plan-to-offset-growth-in-aviation-emissions-after-2020 Find Reputable Carbon Offset Projects: https://www.green-e.org/certified-resources/carbon-offsets https://marketplace.goldstandard.org/collections/projects https://www.cooleffect.org/about-us/cool-effect-model Washington Post Article Quoted: https://www.washingtonpost.com/travel/tips/questions-about-carbon-offsets-flights-answered/

3 Nov 20217min

Episode Disclaimer: the topic of ecollars (or shock collars) is discussed during this episode. Since the time of recording this episode, I have changed my stance regarding ecollars and no longer use them with any of my dogs. If you listen to later dog-related episodes, you will hear more about R+/Force Free dog training that involves no adverse tools. I encourage owners to do their research and know the potential impacts of using these collars as they can cause harm, especially when they are not used properly. ------------------------ Love to take your pup hiking and camping? Recently adopt a new dog that seems too reactive on walks to ever dream of taking them hiking? Well, we have some news for you! Adventuring with your dog can and should be rewarding for BOTH of you. In episode 8 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, I have the pleasure of talking with dog expert, dog lover, and dog mom Jen Sotolongo about how to responsibly take your dog on any outdoor adventure. Jen Sotolongo is the founder of the adventure dog blog, Long Haul Trekkers, and the author of the book, the Essential Guide to Hiking with Dogs. She is working toward becoming a dog trainer so she can help owners live their best lives with their dogs. Jen lives in Portland, OR with her rescued cattle dog mix, Sitka where they spend a lot of time exploring the best trails for running. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist ------------------------ LONG HAUL TREKKERS WEBSITE: https://longhaultrekkers.com/ LONG HAUL TREKKERS INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/longhaultrekkers/ BUY THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO HIKING WITH DOGS: https://longhaultrekkers.com/book-2/ OTHER RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: https://longhaultrekkers.com/dispose-of-dog-poop/ https://longhaultrekkers.com/the-place-command/ https://longhaultrekkers.com/shop/ https://www.poochpaper.com/

1 Nov 202138min

When starting a new outdoor pursuit, should you buy your gear or rent it first? Is renting gear only for beginners? What kinds of outdoor gear should you rent, and which ones should you buy? In episode 7 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, Reet Singh, co-founder of TripOutside, and I explore questions like this as well as the pros and cons of renting vs. owning, mindset surrounding *having* to own gear, and the ins and outs of the outfitter industry. Reet gets stoked about mountain biking, scrambling mountains, backcountry camping, snowboarding, and introducing others to outdoor adventure. Where to find him: Trying new experiences, meditating, playing with your dog, mountain biking, and falling from stuff. Founded by Reet and his wife Julie, TripOutside helps people get outside and enjoy human-powered adventures. The platform provides outdoor inspiration for human-powered adventures and allows users to discover adventures, check availability across local outfitters, and easy online booking. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist ---------------------------------- Lava Linens Discount Code for 15% off your next purchase: OUTDOORMINIMALIST TRIPOUTSIDE WEBSITE: https://www.tripoutside.com/ TRIPOUTSIDE INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/trip.outside/

25 Okt 202140min

In episode 6 of the Outdoor Minimalist Podcast, we get an inside look at the business practices of CNOC Outdoors, an environmentally focused business within the outdoor industry.  To help drive the conversation, Gilad Nachmani, the co-founder and general manager of CNOC Outdoors joins me. CNOC Outdoors is a small backpacking gear manufacturer in Portland, Oregon, focused on making innovative, durable and sustainable gear. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist ----------------------------- Lava Linens Discount Code for 15% off your next purchase: OUTDOORMINIMALIST CNOC OUTDOORS WEBSITE: https://cnocoutdoors.com/ CNOC OUTDOORS INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/cnocoutdoors/ CNOC products are also available on Garage Grown Gear.

18 Okt 202133min

MYTH: Living a sustainable lifestyle is only for the elite and is too expensive. FACT: Living a sustainable lifestyle can save you money. In episode 5 of the Outdoor Minimalist Podcast, we are delving into finances and how they related to outdoor recreation and sustainable living. The R&D Financial Coaches, Rebecca and Dylan, are here to help me discuss saving money and bolstering your finances while living sustainably. Rebecca Brooks and Dylan Pollock, owners of R&D Financial Coaching, guide outdoor couples and people on their journey to Financial Freedom by helping them be better stewards of their money and align their finances with their values. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist -------------------------- R&D FINANCIAL WEBSITE: https://www.radcoaches.com/blog/is-financial-coaching-right-for-you R&D FINANCIAL INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/radcoaches/ R&D FINANCIAL FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/radcoaches R&D FINANCIAL LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/r-d-financial-coaching/

11 Okt 202136min

The Outdoor Minimalist Podcast is here to share ideas for all sectors of the outdoor industry on how to minimize your impact. Based on the concepts in the book "Outdoor Minimalist: Waste Less Hiking, Camping, and Backpacking" written by Meg Carney. New episodes are released every Monday. ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist

4 Okt 20212min

What is outdoor minimalism? First and foremost, it is a lifestyle. It is a mindset shift that roots all of our outdoor recreation activities in minimalist philosophies. It is a way to combine minimalism, environmentalism, mindfulness, and essentialism and meld it into all of our outdoor pursuits. That's all easy to say, but how do you do it? To help you skip the learning curve I waded through, I wrote "Outdoor Minimalist: Waste Less Hiking, Camping, and Backpacking," your go-to handbook for how to lessen your impact as you play outside even before you hit the trail. The book is ideal for any outdoor enthusiast looking to enrich their experience and put these practices into place. The podcast then can be seen as an expansion of the book and a way to make the information more accessible through conversation. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist

4 Okt 202116min

The 7R's of Outdoor Minimalist serve as the framework of these concepts and are the stepping stones to implementing Outdoor Minimalist pursuits into your life. The 7R's of Outdoor Minimalism include: Reduce Refuse Rethink Repair Rehome/Repurpose Remove Restore In episode 2 of the Outdoor Minimalist Podcast, I'm exploring the first three Rs: Reduce, Refuse, and Rethink. You'll learn how they differ from the original 3Rs you may be familiar with, how these Rs serve as the backbone of Outdoor Minimalism, and why they're important in any outdoor pursuit. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist ------------------------------- EPISODE RESOURCES PATAGONIA COMMON THREADS INITIATIVE PATAGONIA 'DONT BUY THIS JACKET' AD HOW TO SAVE A PLANET: Is Your Carbon Footprint BS? SOURCES History.com - When Did Americans Start Recycling? NRDC.org - Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. Most of All, Reduce. RecycleNation - The History of the Three R's

4 Okt 202119min