Day Fire Podcast

This week we talk with Justin Shipp, founder and owner of Site Seven and ultimate van guru. We talk about vans, RV's, camper trucks and must have features when building out your van. Did you know Ford has a new all wheel drive Transit? Thanks for listening! Find all our episodes at dayfirepodcast.com This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

Clint checks in with Dawson to hear stories of his adventures out West. Thanks for listening! Find all our episodes at dayfirepodcast.com This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

This week we sat down with Casey Shaw. Casey is an Innovation Designer in the Outdoor Industry. He was also the former manager of the Forge; Patagonia's R&D Department. Casey was born and lived in Canada through college, where he studied physics. His passion for the mountains took him out on the road climbing rock and ice for a good long time. His experiences in the field had him asking questi...

This week we catch up with Co-Host Dawson Wheeler on his extended ski trip. We will get a update on the first few ski resorts, what gear and clothing he took and how it is preforming. And finally life on the road. Thanks for listening! Find all our episodes at dayfirepodcast.com This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

This week we speak with Susan Donnelly. Susan is an ultra running life coach and blogger who overcame the high school coach who said she wasn't good enough and has 120 100 - mile races and three 200 - mile races over the last 20+ years. Her goal is to help runners discover whats possible for them in the running world. Thanks for listening! Find all our episodes at dayfirepodcast.com This podcast i...

This week we speak with Jennifer Pharr Davis: "In 2011, Jennifer covered the 2,185-mile Appalachian Trail in forty-six days, eleven hours, and twenty minutes, maintaining a remarkable average of forty-seven miles per day. By doing this, she claimed the overall (male or female) fastest known time on the “A.T.” and became the first woman to set the mark. Jennifer has also backpacked over 700 miles i...

This week we talk with Mike Massey, who is a third generation retailer, owner of Massey's Outfitters, and the founder of locally.com. Locally was founded in 2014 in anticipation of changes in consumer behavior. Mike states, "we saw that shoppers were increasingly turning to internet-connected devices for decision making and that increasingly nearby stores, the brands they carry, and their on-hand...

This week we talk to Rob Robinson. Rob is referred to by some as "the father of Chattanooga Trad Climbing." Rob first began his climbing in Chattanooga, Tennessee in 1975. Since that time he has completed more than a 1,000 first or first free ascents throughout the region and beyond. His reputation for bold routes is legendary. Rob established three routes at the Tennessee Wall that has become kno...

This week we talk with Jessica Klodnicki. Jessica is the Chief Marketing Officer at Skullcandy, the original lifestyle audio brand at the intersection of music and action sports based in Park City, UT. Her recent focus has been on brand foundational work on the company’s mission, vision, values and culture. Her interest was first peaked in the sports industry when she interned for the U.S. Olympic...

This week we talk with Andrew Kornylak, filmmaker and photographer. Andrew writes, "I was always into photography since I was a kid, and I come from a family of professional and amateur artists and photographers. From early on I was always into the outdoors and fascinated by adventure photographers of that time, especially those in National Geographic Magazine. Galen Rowell’s work really stood out...

This week we have put together a compilation of short stories from 6 of our past podcasts. Story 1- Episode #10 with Bill Hodge, "Monkeys in the Forest" Story 2- Episode #35 with Ricky Gates and Fred Doss, "Squirrel, beers and dogs" Story 3- Episode #12 with Grace Ragland, "Coco Claims" Story 4- Episode #05 with Matt Sims, "Grand Teton" Story 5- Episode #11 with Ben Friberg, "Cuba and Tiger Sharks...

We are very excited about this podcast! This is the third of three episodes with Bobby Fultcher and its on the music of the Cumberland Mountains. The longtime Tennessee State Parks Manager and historian of Tennessee folklore, Fulcher has received state awards, local recognition, and NOW, a National Heritage Fellowship!!!! — the nation's highest honor in folk and traditional arts. Follow along as w...

This week we talk with Matt McLelland. Matt is a long time outdoor athlete. Matt bought a Sprinter Van two years ago and now you can't keep him out of it. Like all things that Matt pursues, he has become an expert and is highly knowledgeable about vans; and loves his toys! We talk van accessories, upgrades, toys and Christmas gifts. Thanks for listening! Find all our episodes at dayfirepodcast.com...

This week we talk with SAWS Interim Director Meryl Harrell and Mason Boring a Wilderness and Outreach Specialist. Recently SAWS has expanded their operation into Arkansas's Ozark Mountains, which is the 8th state they are now working in. We talk tools, work, favorite areas and what the future holds for this rapidly growing Organization. For more information go to https://wildernessstewards.org Sou...

We are very excited about this podcast! This is the third of three episodes with Bobby Fultcher and its on the music of the Cumberland Mountains. The longtime Tennessee State Parks Manager and historian of Tennessee folklore, Fulcher has received state awards, local recognition, and NOW a National Heritage Fellowship!!!! — the nation's highest honor in folk and traditional arts. Follow along as we...

This is Part 2 of our three Part series with Bobby Fulcher . Today, the History of the Cumberland Mountains. Step back in time as Bobby describes our history beginning way before the first settlers. "The Cumberland Trail is an ambitious hiking trail project under development in East Tennessee. When completed, the Cumberland Trail (CT) will extend more than 300 miles from its northern terminus in C...

Today we sit down with Crisler Torrence, a professional outdoor guide and the director of Rock/Creek Adventures’ brand new guide service. Two days after graduating high school, Crisler followed his love of adventure to Tennessee to work as an Ocoee raft guide. Fast-forward two decades and he’s led commercial hiking, biking and paddling trips all over the country, adding Botanist and Wilderness Fir...

This week we talk with Bobby Fulcher, Park Manager for the Cumberland Trail. The Justin P. Wilson Cumberland Trail State Park, a Tennessee scenic hiking trail, became Tennessee’s 53rd state park in 1998. It is Tennessee’s first linear park, cutting through 11 Tennessee counties. This is the first of a three podcast series. This week we focus on the Cumberland Trail itself. We talk trail heads, way...

This week we speak with Rickey Gates, a Salomon Athlete, via phone. Rickey shares his story about running from coast to coast. Rickey writes: "From March 1st to August 1st, 2017, I traversed the width of America - from South Carolina to San Francisco. My 3700-mile-long route took me on trail, road, river and snow. I ran through plains, desert, mountain ranges and cities. Snow, rain, wind, heat, su...

This week we sit down with Alan Shuptrine, a painter known for his Southern and Appalachian Mountains genre,.Alan Shuptrine has extended his reputation from a renowned framemaker and water gilder to a nationally acclaimed watercolorist. Following his successful two-year solo museum exhibition, Alan Shuptrine: Appalachian Watercolors of the Serpentine Chain, the artist is embarking on a new journey...

This week we speak with Jake Wheeler, Brand Manager for Freefly Apparel. Freefly is one of the fastest growing companies in the outdoor industry. Jake shares Freefly's story and also shares his life long experiences and love of the outdoors. Jake grew up in a adventure family. As a "shop kid" on the sales floor of Rock/Creek he had the luxury of hanging out with fascinating young, talented outdoor...

This week we talk with Brad Cobb, who has been racing bicycles for 25 years. His success and podium finishes are many, but what trumps the podium is his family, friends and teammates. Brad states, "I know it’s just a hobby, but I am so happy to be back training and racing! This sport has blessed me with some of my very best friends that I would have never had the chance to meet were it not for cyc...

This week we talk with Dr. Josh Wheeler. Josh ran his first marathon at age 13, and never looked back. A cross country season in college gave way to 70.3 Ironman events and racing all the way to the worlds. But Josh's true passion is in the mountains. Josh has had much success trail racing but it's never been about the accolades. It's the people, the journey and the mountains that fuel him. Josh t...

This week Dawson and I talk about snow skiing. Now is the time to make your plans and book your reservations. Its also time to buy or update the gear for your trip. We will talk about clothing, gear and a few of Dawson's favorite ski destinations. Thanks for listening! Find all our episodes at dayfirepodcast.com This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

This week we speak with Tim Cleary. Tim is retired from nuclear power/electric utility work. He has run over 30 marathons and ultras. For three years, he has been thinking and dreaming about the Appalachian Trail as he trains and runs the local trails of Signal Mountain, Tennessee. Now retired and with his family's support, he is planning to leave March 22, 2020 to begin his Appalachian Trail Thru...