125. The Gear Breakdown Every Parent Needs with Karissa and Kailey Tuthill
In episode 125 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we return to the world of epic parenting. At least that's what I call it because outdoor parents are badass, and I have to say it. I've only had one other episode dedicated to bringing kids outside and on outdoor adventures, and actually, that came out just a few weeks ago: episode 121– how having a baby changed the way I play outside with Jocey Newman. This current episode can be seen as building on that topic and expanding into a bit more detail about not only how to get outside but also how to take care of yourself as a new mom in the outdoors and hone in on the items you actually need to pack for your kids along the way. I know I say new moms, but this episode is appropriate for any parent or anyone who knows a new parent or parent new to getting their kids into outdoor sports. To help me do this, I had to sit down and chat with a couple of moms who make every day an epic adventure with their kids: Karissa and Kailey Tuthill. Raised in the mountains of Colorado, sisters Karissa and Kailey found their playground in the wilderness, where every day held a new adventure. Fast forward to motherhood in the variable climates of Jackson, Wyoming, they faced a new challenge: finding sustainable, all-season clothing for their growing families. This led to the creation of Iksplor (phonetic spelling of 'explore'), a line of 100% merino wool adventure essentials for the whole family, and the first 100% merino wool nursing layer in the U.S. Through their brand and clothing line, Karissa and Kailey are honored to make getting outside with your kids easier every day of the year. Iksplor is more than clothing; it's a commitment to sustainable outdoor adventures. The Iksplor More program reflects this, allowing parents to sell back their kids' outgrown layers for cash or credit for the next size up, promoting a cycle of use that's all about the base (layer), not waste. Karissa and Kailey's commitment to the outdoors shines through in their personal lives, from backpacking excursions to celebrating each of their children's birthdays with an outdoor adventure instead of a Pinterest-perfect party. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalist ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book GOFUNDME: Fund the Forever Chemicals 10-Part Podcast LISTENER SURVEY: https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976 --------------- EPISODE SPONSOR Diorite Gear: https://dioritegear.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dioritegear Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089931191484 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dioritegear/ Get 15% Off Your Next Order with the Code MINIMALIST --------------- Iksplor Website: https://iksplor.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgoiksplor/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/letsgoiksplor If the listeners of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast are ready for their adventures, they can use the code 'outdoorminimalist' for a special discount and join a community where every layer tells a story of adventure, sustainability, and connection. --------------- Related Episodes 36. Building a Daily Outdoor Habit with Amy Bushatz 54. Why We Need Nature with Kenny Peavy 77. What is Eco Anxiety? with Margo Stoney 81. How Do You Define Adventure? with Chris Christie 104. Finding the Right Trails for Your Needs with Hope Rowan --------------- Original music by Alex Carney and Ethan Wiese
12 Feb 202436min
Forever Chemicals Coming March 2024
In this new ten-part series, we sat down with countless experts from brands like Fjallraven and Outdoor Research along with scientists, lawyers, and law makers that all have a stake in how PFAS is used, and how it is now being eliminated. Over the course of ten episodes, we’ll investigate the origins, rise, and now phase out of the forever chemicals PFAS (previously known as PFCs). With more companies beginning to understand the dangers of these commonly used chemicals, they’re being phased out to keep up with new laws and to ensure company ethos aligns with production. However, many consumers still don’t know what they are or why they should care about them. That’s where we come in– to be a direct line to people in and outside the industry and help everyone understand what PFAS are and why we should stop using them. If you’re wondering how we can make a difference in the fight against PFAS pollution and keep our planet and our health on the forefront of producers minds, tune into Forever Chemicals, coming March 2024. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalist GOFUNDME: Fund the Forever Chemicals 10-Part Podcast
5 Feb 20243min
124. Build a Community of Activists with Mitch Stevens and Russell Lowes
In episode 124 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we explore what it means to be an activist and environmental advocate and how to build a community around conservation. To me, being an activist and environmentalist is simply a part of life. They're not a hobby or second thought because I've always had a strong sense of justice no matter where I lived or the community present in my life. As I've gotten older, I've begun to realize that community makes a huge difference in our mental health and our ability to create meaningful and impactful change. To help explore how you, no matter your location, can begin to take the reigns and tackle some of your area's environmental issues, I had the pleasure of chatting with two gentlemen who, like me, have embodied a life of activism in their community. Mitch Stevens and Russell Lowes have been enjoying the wild lands of America for decades, going back to their elementary school years. Mitch has been the Outings Chair for the Sierra Club's southern Arizona group since the early 2000s. He has led outings throughout the southwest and California's Sierra Nevada Mountains. Mitch also founded Southwest Discoveries, an ecotourism company based in Tucson, Arizona. Russell was involved with about 40 kids from two high schools in Arizona, setting up the first pro-wilderness group in the state. He has been promoting Wilderness Areas since then and has been an avid hiker since age 10. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalist ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book GOFUNDME: Fund the Forever Chemicals 10-Part Podcast LISTENER SURVEY: https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976 --------------- Episode Resources Sierra Club https://www.sierraclub.org/ CleanChoice Energy https://cleanchoiceenergy.com/ Southwest Discoveries http://www.southwestdiscoveries.com/ Merlin Bird ID https://merlin.allaboutbirds.org/ --------------- Related Episodes 44. What is the 30x30 Initiative? with Lexie Grittlefeld 65. The Biodiversity in your Backyard with Dillon Jones 73. Wild Horse Conservation: What's the Problem and How Can We Fix it? with Women in the Wilderness 95. How Much Does Geotagging Matter? with Maddy Marquardt --------------- Original music by Alex Carney and Ethan Wiese
5 Feb 202436min
123. Fish Nerds Chat Outdoor Minimalism with Meg
Episode 123 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast is brought to you courtesy of Fish Nerds. The Fish Nerds Podcast is the fishing podcast for anyone who wants to fish better, laugh more, and learn a little. We talk about fish, fishing and eating fish. With a focus on conservation and sustainability. The show is usually funny, always interesting, and mostly true! Before we get to my Fish Nerds interview, I want to shout out one last reminder to all of my amazing listeners: The Outdoor Minimalist podcast was nominated for Best Podcast of 2023 by the Outdoor Media Awards. I am so honored to be nominated and on the list of productions! Thank you to everyone who made the nomination possible. Once nominated, it is up to people’s choice. While we have a very engaged and dedicated audience, we are one of the smaller podcasts on the list, so today, I am making a final plea for votes! All you have to do is follow the link to the Facebook voting page (you need Facebook to cast a vote) and click the box next to Outdoor Minimalist. Right now, we are in the top six podcasts in the running, which already blows my mind, but we need several votes to make it to the top. Voting ends on February 1st at noon, so if you have 15 seconds to spare, please follow this link and vote for Outdoor Minimalist: https://www.facebook.com/groups/outdoormediaawards/permalink/1023821898848554/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalist ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book GOFUNDME: Fund the Forever Chemicals 10-Part Podcast LISTENER SURVEY: https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976 --------------- Related Episodes 10. Prioritizing Experience and Place Over Equipment and Possessions with Daniel Ritz 18. Finding Minimalism and Connection Through Fly Fishing with Joe Mahler 19. Deer Hunting, Sustainability, and Conservation with Kalli Hawkins 25. What is Lead Free Fishing? with John King 46. Hunters and Vegans Have More in Common Than You Think with Ben Paige 92. Making Hunting and Fishing More Accessible with Erin Crider --------------- Original music by Alex Carney and Ethan Wiese
29 Jan 202433min
122. Becoming Ultralight: A Long Distance Backpacker's Lessons in Gear with Sarah Berkeley
In episode 122 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we’re going ultralight. We haven’t explored ultralight backpacking on this show for several reasons before, and one of those reasons is that I don’t know much about it! It is a topic that many listeners are interested in learning more about, so I was excited to invite an experienced ultralight hiker and entrepreneur onto the show to share about her journey to becoming an ultralight, long-distance hiker. Sarah Berkeley started Symbiosis Gear in 2022 to meet the gear needs of women backpackers, especially in the ultralight space. While hiking the 2650-mile Pacific Crest Trail in 2019, she bought and used three different backpacks while on the PCT, and none fit well. She doesn’t want other women backpackers to experience the discomfort, extra expense, and discrimination that she did, so she started Symbiosis Gear to cater to the needs of women backpackers. She knows that providing high-quality gear that fits well makes backpacking more accessible and enjoyable for women, thus building more diversity in the backpacking world. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalist ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book GOFUNDME: Fund the Forever Chemicals 10-Part Podcast LISTENER SURVEY: https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976 --------------- Symbiosis Gear Website: https://www.symbiosisgear.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/symbiosisgear/ EXCLUSIVE Gear List: https://www.symbiosisgear.com/minimalist UL Gear Trade Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/ULgeartrade/ --------------- Related Episodes 37. Tips for a Low-Waste Thru-Hike with Ana Lucia Valencia 62. In Field Gear Repair Tips You Need to Know with Whitney "Allgood" La Ruffa 82. Creating a More Adaptive Hiking Space with Tish Scolnik 98. How Not to Die in the Wilderness with Andrea Lankford --------------- Original music by Alex Carney and Ethan Wiese
22 Jan 202442min
121. How Having a Baby Changed the Way I Play Outside with Jocey Newman
In episode 121 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, I sat down to talk to an entrepreneur, world traveler, and devoted mother about how, throughout her life, the way she gets outside has changed. We all enter new seasons of life, and our circumstances greatly influence how we spend time outdoors. Having children is always a significant change, and as someone who does not have children, I was so excited to hear firsthand how more families can continue to get outside and help their children safely enjoy the outdoors with them. Jocey Newman is a mom, entrepreneur, and outdoor enthusiast. She's the founder of First Peak, a line of sustainable adventurewear for babies and toddlers, inspired by her own time in the outdoors with her young son and a desire to create more durable, eco-friendly items for our littlest explorers. She recently wrapped up 15 months of nomadic travel with her family across four continents and is now resettling in California with baby #2 on the way. She hopes her story and products can encourage more families to feel confident getting outside together. Right now, listeners can get an exclusive 10% off any First Peak products by using the code OUTDOORMINIMALIST at checkout. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalist ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book GOFUNDME: Fund the Forever Chemicals 10-Part Podcast LISTENER SURVEY: https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976 --------------- EPISODE SPONSOR Diorite Gear: https://dioritegear.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dioritegear Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089931191484 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dioritegear/ Get 15% Off Your Next Order with the Code MINIMALIST --------------- First Peak Website: https://www.firstpeak.co/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstpeakbaby --------------- Related Episodes 36. Building a Daily Outdoor Habit with Amy Bushatz 54. Why We Need Nature with Kenny Peavy 67. Using Apparel to Make the Outdoors Accessible for All with Jeremy Lux 77. What is Eco Anxiety? with Margo Stoney 81. How Do You Define Adventure? with Chris Christie 104. Finding the Right Trails for Your Needs with Hope Rowan --------------- Original music by Alex Carney and Ethan Wiese
15 Jan 202439min
120. Building a Healthier Relationship with Food (On and Off the Trail) with Heather Kelly
In episode 120 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we’re exploring a topic that has been on my mind throughout 2023 and now as we enter 2024. I’ve been reading the book Reclaiming Body Trust, and it has made me rethink and evaluate my relationship with food and my body on a deeper level. Especially entering the season of New Year's resolutions, I think it is essential to consider how we can build a healthy relationship with food and with our perception of ourselves. That’s why I sat down with Heather Kelly to explore building a healthier relationship with food (on and off the trail). Heather was born and raised in Alaska, which she still calls home today. A two-time NCAA National Champion in women’s rowing and voted CRCA/Pocock All-American her senior year, she still considers herself an athlete. She loves everything from CrossFit to weight training to long walks in the woods. While studying at Western Washington University, she earned a degree in Evolutionary Nutrition and went on to study at the Institute for the Psychology of Eating to become a certified eating psychology coach. Heather believes we all have a relationship with food, and that it’s important to cultivate a healthy, satisfying relationship with our diet for long-term health. She is the founder and CEO of Heather’s Choice®, which produces healthy, lightweight, packable meals and snacks for adventurers worldwide. Every product is handmade in their dedicated gluten-free kitchen in Anchorage, Alaska. The Heather’s Choice mission is to put good food in everyone’s pack, no matter where their adventures may take them. Before we get to my interview with Heather, I want to announce that the official trailer for the Forever Chemicals podcast just dropped today! You can listen to it exclusively on the Outdoor Minimalist podcast page; soon, more sneak peeks will be coming through. So, if you want to stay up to date with the latest, be sure you’re subscribed to our weekly newsletter at theoutdoorminimalist.com INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalist ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book GOFUNDME: Fund the Forever Chemicals 10-Part Podcast LISTENER SURVEY: https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976 --------------- Heather's Choice Website: https://www.heatherschoice.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heatherschoice/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heatherschoicemealsforadventuring --------------- Related Episodes 37. Tips for a Low-Waste Thru-Hike 68. A Backcountry Dietitian's Best Tips for Prepping Backpacking Meals 79. The Environmental Impact of Backpacking Meals 86. Homemade Backpacking Meals for Special Diets 89. A BioBased Backpacking Food Packaging That Actually Works 106. Make Trail Food Fun, Functional, and Affordable with Chef Corso --------------- Original music by Alex Carney and Ethan Wiese
8 Jan 202449min
119. UBCO Explains Their Low Impact Electric Adventure Bikes with Joey Pleich
In episode 119 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we enter the biking world. I am an avid cyclist, mostly with gravel biking, so when I learned about electric adventure bikes, I raised my eyebrows a bit. First of all, I didn’t know what they were. Were they like e-bikes? Are they electric motorcycles? And they weren’t going to be good for the environments they’re used in, right? Well, I was pleasantly surprised to learn that some electric adventure bikes set out to design a mode of transportation that can bring you deep into the backcountry with minimal impact. To learn more about these bikes and how they’re taking the adventure vehicle world by storm, I had the pleasure of talking with Joey Pleich, Director of Brand Marketing for UBCO Electric Adventure Vehicles. With more and more of the outdoor space becoming electrified, we look to dive into how UBCO is leading the charge in fostering equitable solutions for moving recreation and work forward sustainably. Starting with their roots in NZ agriculture, we will speak with Joey on the evolution of UBCO’s core product, the 2x2, an AWD all-terrain electric adventure bike, and its many applications. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalist ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book GOFUNDME: Fund the Forever Chemicals 10-Part Podcast LISTENER SURVEY: https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976 --------------- EPISODE SPONSOR Diorite Gear: https://dioritegear.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dioritegear Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089931191484 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dioritegear/ Get 15% Off Your Next Order with the Code MINIMALIST --------------- UBCO Bikes Get $250 Off UBCO 2x2: https://ubcoelectricmotorcycles.referralrock.com/l/MEGCARNEY24/ Website: https://ubco.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ubcobikes/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ubcobikes YouTube: @UbcoBikes --------------- Related Episodes 21. Are We Loving the Land to Death? with Tom Sadler 46. Hunters and Vegans Have More in Common Than You Think with Ben Paige 55. What Does Good Stewardship Marketing Look Like? with Becky Marcelliano 60. How Does Technology Impact Our Experience Outdoors? with Garrett Stevens 91. The Rise of Overlanding and Its Environmental Impact with Beth Brennan 92. Making Hunting and Fishing More Accessible with Erin Crider --------------- Original music by Alex Carney and Ethan Wiese
1 Jan 202433min
