The Wilder Outdoors Podcast

Mountain biking for the whole family and outdoor adventures with Tom Alcivar

In this episode, I talk to my friend Tom Alcivar about all things mountain biking. For those of us with athletic kids or who are athletic ourselves, mountain biking can be a great bridge into outdoor adventures. On this episode, Tom shares how he started mountain biking, how you and your kids can learn to mountain bike, and shares about his recent family trip to Cuyuna, a destination for mountain bikers. It's a great conversation that you won't want to miss! Links: www.wilderoutdooracademy.com www.wilderoutdooracademy.com/readinglist Minnesota Off Road Cyclists: https://www.morcmtb.org/ International Mountain Biking Association: https://www.imba.com/

Wild foods, kids cooking, and learning outdoor skills later in life with Bryn Homuth

In this episode, I talk to my friend Bryn Homuth who is an educator, father, husband, and avid outdoorsman. In this episode, he shares how what started as a love for food and a desire to be capable led to a life infused with the outdoors. He also shares how he's helping his family discover a passion for the outdoors and offers some tips for those of us who are learning outdoor skills later in life. It's a great conversation that you won't want to miss! Links: Bryn's poetry: https://amzn.to/3q6VK81 www.wilderoutdooracademy.com www.wilderoutdooracademy.com/readinglist

How to fish with kids and actually CATCH fish!

In this episode, I share how I overcame a major obstacle in my outdoor life: fishing with kids and actually CATCHING fish! I'll share the story of how our four-year-old caught his first Mississippi River walleye and explain the technique that made it all possible. Check out the links below so you can do this yourself! Links: Wilder Outdoor Academy: www.wilderoutdooracademy.com Essential Reading for Aventurous Families: www.wilderoutdooracademy.com/readinglist Slinky weights: Option 1 - https://amzn.to/3DxAVpw ; Option 2 - https://amzn.to/3OvQW5m A video showing how to set up your line: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QP8eBXubBP4

Stay alive! Essential gear to bring with you every time to head outdoors

In this episode, I share gear that I take with me and that you should take with you, every time you go into the woods. These items will keep you safe and keep you prepared should the unexpected happen. Links/Resources: Outdoor academy (for learning outdoor skills, like building emergency shelters): www.wilderoutdooracademy.com
Essential reading for adventurous families: www.wilderoutdooracademy.com/readinglist
Solar phone charger: https://amzn.to/3OwnNa8
Emergency whistle, compass and light: https://amzn.to/3q99Gyc
MyMedic first aid kits: https://mymedic.com/?gclid=Cj0KCQjw5f2lBhCkARIsAHeTvlivo6bNgfvwyUOXTjZpU2nXPGGPH4Z7PYeRZEiezEQ05kwHo4rOKi8aApGmEALw_wcB
Multitool: https://amzn.to/3KgL9hI
UV water purifier: https://amzn.to/474avcx

Our National Park adventure and how you can have one too!

In this episode, I share the story of our family's recent trip to Mammoth Cave National Park. It was full of adventure, fatigue and great memories. At the end, you'll hear some tips and tricks for how you can have a similar adventure with your family! Links: www.wilderoutdooracademy.com www.wilderoutdooracademy.com/readinglist Rechargeable fan: https://amzn.to/44yYKsU Solar powered battery charger: https://amzn.to/3rvABog

How doing hard things in the outdoors can help you and your kids

In this episode, I share how doing hard things in the outdoors can help kids overcome insecurity and gain confidence in every area of your life. This episode is packed with real stories and gives you three specific things you can do with your kids to help them gain confidence through their experiences outdoors.
Links:
www.wilderoutdooracademy.com
www.wilderoutdooracademy.com/readinglist