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Country LifeCompost replaces chemical fertilisers on South Otago dairy farmRegenerative farming suits Mark Anderson down to the ground. He's focused on putting as much life and diversity back into the land and says the benefits to the entire farm, and his own well-being, are evident.Regenerative agriculture suits Mark Anderson down to the ground.He is focussed on putting as much life and diversity back into the land as possible, and says the benefits to the entire farm, and his own well-being, are evident."The landscape is generally a mirror image of the farmer. If it's healthy, then the farmer's healthy and...2024-06-2716 min
The Wild We ShareTrails of Insight: Season 1 ReflectionsThis episode is the final episode of Season 1. In it, Mark and Madelaine reflect on the most meaningful lessons learned and share their plans for the future.
Some of those lessons include:
Why community is so important in the outdoors - both in the connection you can have with other people as well as the cause you care so much about.
How the outdoors can be great for both personal growth and discovery, and overall mental health.
Why incorporating diverse voices and experiences in the outdoors matters
There are man...2023-12-2835 min
The Wild We ShareBringing Nature Home: A Bewildering Journey with Yvonne LeowIn this inspiring episode of The Wild We Share, we're joined by Yvonne Leow, the visionary founder of Bewilder. Yvonne shares her transformative journey from a non-outdoorsy background to creating a unique outdoor education company that brings the essence of nature to urban environments.
Her story begins in Washington state and leads to remarkable adventures, from backpacking in the Eastern Sierra to climbing Aconcagua.
Yvonne's vision with Bewilder is to make nature accessible and appealing, particularly in urban settings.
She highlights how Bewilder began as a newsletter catering to beginner campers and backpackers...2023-11-1559 min
The Wild We ShareOutdoors for All Ages: Jessica Carrillo Alatorre's Vision with OutGrownIn this episode, we are joined by the passionate Jessica Carrillo Alatorre, Executive Director of OutGrown. Jessica's journey with OutGrown began in 2014 with a simple new moms hike, but it quickly transformed into a mission to make the outdoors a welcoming, accessible space for families of all backgrounds. Raised on the beautiful Oregon coast, her life has been deeply intertwined with the great outdoors, and her dedication to building a future where the term "outdoorsy" isn't restricted to one definition is truly inspiring.
Diving into the essence of the conversation, we explore:
The origins and...2023-10-0353 min
The Wild We ShareMountain Peaks to City Streets: Thru-Hiking Adventures with Liz ThomasIn this episode we welcome Liz Thomas. Liz is hailed as a "thru-hiking legend" by Outside Magazine, and holds the women’s self-supported speed record for the 2,181-mile-long Appalachian Trail.
Besides completing over 20 long-distance trails, including the iconic Triple Crown, Liz has pioneered urban thru-hikes across 14 cities, earning her the title “The Queen of Urban Hiking” by The Guardian.
A former New York Times/Wirecutter writer, she's now the Editor-in-Chief of Treeline Review and a contributing editor at Backpacker Magazine.
Liz is also the author of the award-winning book "Long Trails: Mastering the Art of...2023-09-1249 min
The Wild We ShareThe Path to Belonging: Tami Jo Benson's Quest to Empower & Connect Women in the OutdoorsIn this episode we welcome Tami Jo Benson. She is the Founder of Outspring, a discovery platform of outdoor brands for and by women.
In our conversation, we:
explore women-led outdoor brands and Outspring & Swell's impact
define true outdoor accessibility and women's belonging in nature
delve into fostering women's outdoor inclusion and empowerment
discuss supportive communities and the power of shared outdoor experiences
Through Outspring, Tami Jo is gathering outdoorsy women in Ogden, UT between September 15th and 17th at their first annual event called Swell!
Swell is a camping weekend in the...2023-08-2335 min
The Wild We ShareHiking My Feelings: The Ultimate Healer with Sydney WilliamsIn this episode, we welcome Sydney Williams, author of Hiking My Feelings. Her organization - of the same name - introduces people to the healing power of nature through programs in advocacy and education.
Hiking My Feelings gives people a way to use hiking and nature to process feelings, thoughts, ideas, and traumas.
In our episode, we:
Examine why hiking is the perfect way to process the big and little feelings
Identify how to find cathartic experiences while hiking
Delve into where folks can start their healing journey through nature
Look at why it’s i...2023-08-0850 min
The Wild We ShareUnearthing Urban Wilderness: Fostering City Connections to the Outdoors with Kay RodriguezHow do you address a need for people to connect with others through the outdoors in urban areas? Kay Rodriguez, the Founder & CEO of Outerly is building an app that sits at the intersection of nature, community, and mental health - all with the aim of making the outdoors a social space.
Outerly is currently in beta and is operating in the Washington, DC market with plans to expand to 15-20 major cities by the end of 2024.
In our conversation, we dive into why Kay started Outerly and why it’s important.
Show High...2023-07-2735 min
The Wild We ShareRolling Up Our Sleeves: Sarah Nelson on Making River Conservation Fun and Community-DrivenIn this episode, we're excited to bring you a conversation with Sarah Nelson, Founder and Executive Director of Protect Our Rivers, a nonprofit that prioritizes river conservation through river clean-ups and education.
Sarah provides insights into her motivations for starting Protect Our Rivers and why community plays an indispensable role in all their initiatives. She discusses the organization's upcoming river cleanup events and how they turn an otherwise challenging task into a fun and engaging experience for everyone involved.
Throughout our chat, Sarah underscores the idea that river conservation is not just about cleaning up – it...2023-07-1136 min
The Wild We ShareBridging Worlds: Carmela Montenegro on how DEI Deepens Our Connection to the OutdoorsIn this episode of The Wild We Share, we sit down with Carmela Montenegro a DEI consultant with a background in outdoor education, outdoor retail, and cross-cultural communication. We explore what diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) means, how it fosters belonging in the outdoors, the cultural challenges in the outdoor industry, and what steps we can each take to embrace diverse voices.
As a first-generation Filipina-American from Keystone, CO, Carmela uses her unique perspective and experiences to educate and advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion. Carmela has been a DEI educator since 2017 and has become a sought-out...2023-06-2039 min
The Wild We ShareGear That Fits Us: Charlotte Massey on Inclusion and Innovation in the OutdoorsIn this exciting inaugural episode of The Wild We Share, we sit down with Charlotte Massey, the Co-Founder and COO of Gnara Apparel, an award-winning apparel brand that is making the outdoors more accessible through patented pee zipper designs.
Charlotte co-launched Gnara (formerly SheFly) in 2019 from her college dorm room via an iFundWomen crowdfunding campaign that raised $55,000, tripling the team’s goal and earning press in Forbes as an example of successful crowdfunding. Gnara won the 2022 and 2023 Outdoor Retailer Innovation Awards, was named Best Hiking Pant in Women's Health Magazine, won the $100,000 MassChallenge Diamond Award, and launched nat...2023-06-0636 min
The Wild We ShareWelcome to 'The Wild We Share': Our Shared Adventure Starts HereIn this inaugural teaser episode of The Wild We Share, hosts Madelaine and Mark Anderson warmly invite you to become part of their community. Whether you're a seasoned explorer, a family seeking connection with nature, or a passionate advocate for preserving our planet, this podcast is crafted with you in mind.
Get a glimpse of what to expect from our episodes: engaging storytelling, practical insights, and a shared journey of love and respect for the great outdoors.
Together, we will explore, learn, and foster a sense of stewardship for our shared environment. So why wait...2023-05-1102 min