Furthermost Outpost

For the Season Finale, Episode 21 , we figured we’d do something a little different—and probably slightly questionable. We pulled together a list of completely random questions and asked them to each other… seeing them for the first time in real time . No prep, no strategy, just whatever comes out. We hope you appreciate the real, and the raw that is us. Somewhere between the laughs and the side c...

Spring is slowly waking up the wilderness at FurthermostOutpost, and Episode 20 of the Furthermost Outpost Podcast drops listeners right into the middle of that transition. After a long northern winter, Aron and Jen are navigating the unpredictable early days of spring at their remotewilderness fishing lodge, where minus-20 nights can still happen, trails are buried in ice and fallen trees, and ev...

What happens when windstorms rip through a beetle-killed forest, wildfire season looms, the freezer saga unfolds, and two off-grid hosts can’t stop poking fun at each other? Welcome to Episode 19 of the Furthermost Outpost Podcast,where life deep in the remote Chilcotin wilderness of British Columbia means juggling off-grid living, forest management, wildfire preparedness, rural survival skills… a...

Episode 18 invites listeners deep into the wilderness as Aron and Jennifer unveil their immersive 'Furthermost Outpost Skills Course' at remote and breathtaking Eliguk Lake . This episode blends practical insight with emotional depth, offering a rare look at what it truly means to pursue self‑sufficiency , homesteading , and sustainable remote living in one of British Columbia's most isolated regi...

The day begins quietly at the Furthermost Outpost—until a call for help cuts through the winter stillness. A neighbor’s pregnant cow has slipped on the ice, splayed out and unable to rise, and the brutal cold is closing in fast. Aron sets out across the frozen landscape, stepping into a high‑stakes moment where emergency preparedness , instinct, and the raw demands of self‑sufficiency collide. Wha...

Arön is finally home after his long supply run to town, and the reunion brings warmth, relief, and plenty of stories from both sides of the wilderness. While he was navigating frozen roads, scarce wildlife sightings, and the strange shock of stepping briefly back into civilization, Jennifer remained off‑grid at Eliguk Lake — keeping the homestead alive with the dogs, the chickens, and the full wei...

Off‑grid living, winter preparations, fire mitigation, Jeep maintenance, climate change, long supply runs, and surrounded by wolves —this episode dives headfirst into the wild reality of building a life far from the grid. With an unseasonably warm winter throwing everything off balance, the hosts unpack how “false spring” messes with gardening plans, fire‑safety priorities, and even the behavior o...

Thinking about going off‑grid? Imagine trading your heating pad for a hot water bottle and discovering which modern comforts you can keep… and which ones you’ll have to mourn. Don’t worry — we’ll tell you exactly which luxuries didn’t make the cut, and a few might surprise you. Consider this your invitation to find out what really stays powered when you’re living like it’s the 1800s — with a fight...

Living off‑grid isn’t just a lifestyle — it’s a daily rhythm built from early‑morning routines, firewood runs, water gathering, and the kind of self‑reliance that defines true cabin life. In this episode of Furthermost Outpost ,Aron and Jennifer share what winter mornings look like in a remote cabin, from strong coffee to the steady cycle of chores that keep an off‑grid homestead running. The conv...

Brittany and Matthew of The Speckled Sow join us from the small town of Vanderhoof to share their journey from farmers‑market newcomers to running one of the region’s most trusted custom butcher shops. We dig into what it takes to source truly local, ethically raised meat, the realities of small‑business life, and the craft behind sausage making, smoking, and wild‑game processing. They open up abo...

Step behind the camera and into the backcountry with History Channel's Mountain Men producer Chris Brewster, who joins Aron and Jennifer at Furthermost Outpost for an unfiltered—and often hilariously unhinged—look at what it really takes to film and live in the wilderness. Be warned: Chris’s sense of humor is in full force, and there were moments we could barely breathe from laughing. In this...

Jennifer and Aron welcome Dan and Chris to the Furthermost Outpost for a lively, wide‑ranging conversation rooted deep in the wilds of Eliguk Lake. With Dan’s family history tied to the founding of Eliguk Lake Lodge—later purchased by the Tolands—the group dives into stories shaped by generations on the land: hidden lake secrets, unforgettable fishing tales, close encounters with grizzlies and wol...

As the New Year arrives, Jennifer and Aron step into a fresh chapter with a warm, honest, and compelling episode of Furthermost Outpost . They look back on a year filled with grit, growth, and the kind of off‑grid lessons that reshape you from the inside out. From navigating the wild world of reality TV to tackling big building projects and embracing the personal shifts that came with them, they s...

Get cozy, and get ready to go back in time as Jennifer and Aron dive into the heart of Christmas—where nostalgia, family traditions, and cultural heritage come together to shape the season they cherish. In this festive special, they explore the balance between commercialism and personal meaning, sharing stories of handmade decorations, treasured recipes, and the winter activities that still spark...

Winter at the Furthermost Outpost isn’t just cold — it’s a full‑time character in Jennifer and Arön's lives, complete with mood swings, plot twists, and the occasional attempt to bury their cabin in snow. In this laugh‑laced episode, the duo shares what it really takes to survive and stay sane when your nearest neighbor is a snowdrift and your daily commute involves a snow machine with strong...

What does it take to turn a crumbling wilderness lodge into a thriving retreat? In this episode, Jennifer and Aron Toland open up about their extraordinary journey of breathing new life into a forgotten property deep in the wild. From dismantling a lodge that was barely standing to painstakingly renovating cabins, their story is equal parts grit, vision, and sheer determination. They share how tea...

"I am Storm — sentinel of the fishing resort, guardian of the treeline, interpreter of wind and musk. Ten winters I’ve walked this land, my pawprints sunk deep into snow, my voice echoing against the frozen lake. I read the forest like scripture: foxes creeping, wolves singing, ravens waiting for scraps. My sons, River and Tundra, follow me — fire and stone — learning that territory is not ju...

Life on the edge of the wild isn’t just breathtaking — it’s unpredictable. In this episode of Furthermost Outpost , Jennifer and Aron Toland tackle the growing grizzly bear crisis in British Columbia, blending urgent conservation issues with unforgettable stories from their own backyard. From resort encounters where their loyal Australian Shepherds chase off wandering bears, to a tongue‑in‑cheek t...

Jennifer and Aron Toland discuss their transformative journey from city life to living off the grid in the wilderness. They explore the changes in mindset, lifestyle, and relationship with nature that come with this transition. The conversation highlights the importance of patience, resourcefulness, and living in harmony with the environment, as well as the newfound sense of freedom and personal g...

What does it really take to walk away from the conventional life and chase a dream that most people only fantasize about? In this raw and riveting second episode, Jennifer and Aron peel back the layers of their bold decision to sell everything—house, possessions, comfort—and leap into the unknown world of off-grid living. With humour, honesty, and a touch of wild-eyed wonder, they explore the mind...

Welcome to Furthermost Outpost, where the forest doesn’t just whisper — it watches. I'm Jennifer, joined by my Mountain Man husband, Aron, and tonight we’re taking you deep into the shadows of the backcountry. No cell service. No headlights. Just the crackle of the fire and the ancient pulse of the wild. This episode isn’t for the faint of heart. We’re sharing the moments that tested our insti...

Launching Season 1 - this November!