Building Community in the Last Frontier: Jillian Bloom's Rove Co.
In this episode of Ruck Up Buttercup, the hosts welcome Jillian Bloom, founder of Rove Community (Rove Co.), to discuss the importance of community building, especially for military families in remote locations like Alaska. Jillian shares her journey of moving to Alaska, the challenges she faced, and the eventual creation of Rove Co. to support others through outdoor activities and social meetups. The conversation covers the significance of integrating local and military communities, the benefits of outdoor gatherings, and the steps Jillian took to grow her organization. Listeners will find inspiration in Jillian's perseverance and dedication to creating a supportive environment for both locals and military families alike.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:33 Jillian's Military Life and Move to Alaska
02:18 Challenges of Living in Alaska
06:02 Birth of Rove Community
09:41 Building a Supportive Community
21:35 Expanding Rove Community
23:23 Community Meetups and Social Hours
24:36 Overcoming Nervousness in New Activities
27:12 Membership and Overnight Trips
28:07 Educational Background and Ambassador Program
29:16 Expanding to Other Military Bases
32:43 Entrepreneurship and Portability
38:41 Advice for Military Spouses
42:52 Conclusion and Future Plans
Find Jillian and Rove Community here:
www.rovecooutdoors.com
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sabrinajohannes@deployedlove.org
