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Ever made plans for the winter in the summer? All sounds like a good idea when it's sunny outside. So here we are in November, and it's time to enjoy the plans we made six months ago. Find full show notes on humansoutside.com Register for our newsletter to win a decal: https://humansoutside.com/newsletter Follow us on Instagram and share your outdoor life with the hashtag #humansoutside365.

When was the last time you knew exactly what to buy every single person on your holiday shopping list? And that's why we created this special edition of the Humans Outside podcast, a 2020 holiday gift guide with items picked not just because they make good gifts, but because we really, really like them.  Even better? Seven of them are a part of our 7 Giveaways in 7 Days , with giveaways opening fo...

Amy and her family are under quarantine and battling through COVID-19. But they're still headed outside every day for at least 20 minutes, and know that doing the same is key to staying safe, sane and getting healthy. Hear more on this week's episode of the Humans Outside podcast. Find full show notes at humansoutside.com Register for our newsletter to win a decal: https://humansoutside.com/newsle...

Do you think of yourself as "outdoorsy?" Nature lovers and "outdoorsy" people aren't just folks who scale mountains or go on long runs -- despite what the outdoor industry and even this podcast might (accidentally) have you believe. Instead, outdoor users come from all perspectives, backgrounds, sizes, shapes and interests. Like plants? Enjoy listening to birds? Appreciate coffee on the porch? Mak...

It's still a weird time of year for weather, as the fall transitions into the winter. In Alaska, that means some rain, some snow and a lot of slushy yuck, Amy's least favorite kind of weather. So how do you get outside when it's less than ideal? And what do you wear? Listen to this Outdoor Diary to find out how Amy is handling that. Find full show notes at humansoutside.com Register for our newsle...

Here at Humans Outside we practice getting outside every day for 20 minutes no matter the weather -- and that means sometimes we go outside when it's wet, cold or otherwise not that pleasant. Sometimes we go outside when the weather is bad.    But if you've never had an outdoor habit or spent a lot of time outside in the winter, then you might be feeling a little overwhelmed by what some folks thi...

It's a big ball of stress out there, friends. At the time of this writing, that stress might be from the U.S. election. But the truth of the matter is that the world has been stressful for a while, and that is unlikely to change any time soon. And even if it does? There will be stressful moments. And that's why it's so great that the outdoors is always there for us, just waiting to take some of th...

As a certified forest therapist, Michelle Abbey knows the personal benefits of heading outside. She's even shared them with us during Humans Outside Season One. But getting into nature isn't just something she recommends for clients — it's also a tool she and her husband Derek Abbey use for bettering their marriage.  In this episode of Humans Outside Michelle and Derek reveal not only why spending...

Need a little motivation to get out there and follow your own plans and goals? It's "mission accomplished" time for Amy's modified, one-mile-per-day marathon, and has some thoughts on goal hitting and never, ever letting someone else tell you what your goals should look like.  Hear all about the importance of relative goals and following your own path, plus a few recommendations for some fantastic...

Toby Israel calls herself a "vagabondess." Her book of the same title, part personal exploration, part practical guide for female travelers, gives readers are a window into what it's like to wander the world happy and free.  In this episode of Humans Outside Toby gives us a window into that experience, and offers some practical tips for making full time travel happen for yourself that any one -- m...

Alaska Day is the perfect to contemplate what we love about living in Alaska. When it happens to correspond with the first snowfall of the year? Well, how could we not talk about Alaska Day -- and even sing for you.  Enjoy this episode of the Outdoor Diary and the only time you'll probably ever hear Amy do this. Find full show notes on humansoutside.com Register for our newsletter to win a decal:...

Few careers are as demanding and all encompassing as military service. Your time, where you live, where you'll be tomorrow and how long you'll be there are not your own. So how do you prioritize an outdoor-adventure focused life around those things?   The lessons Kathy Beasley learned about that effort over her career in the U.S. Navy and a dedication to staying active have guided her to incredibl...

Listen as Amy Bushatz explains why she calls being in a funk "floor time" and how she recovers. Find full show notes at humansoutside.com Register for our newsletter to win a decal: https://humansoutside.com/newsletter Follow us on Instagram and share your outdoor life with the hashtag #humansoutside365.

If all you know of attorney and entrepreneur Rachel Brenke is her online presence, you might be tricked into thinking she literally does it all. Her boutique law firm specializes in supporting small businesses nationwide with their brands, providing legal resources for digital entrepreneurs, photographers and gym owners. But she's also a mom, spouse, runner, ironman and thyroid cancer survivor.  B...

As promised, we have received names for our new camper van based on our your suggestions -- and picked a winner. But before we go there, we have to talk about Amy's new challenge.  That's right, not despite having surgery but rather because of that, Amy needs a new challenge. But what is "challenge?" And how does a challenge differ person to person? And how does doing something with purpose impact...

After a suicide attempt almost took her life and left her with a tracheotomy, Carol Seppilu ultimately made the choice to pursue mental health through ultra trail running. If you think running 100 miles sounds hard, imagine how hard it must be when breathing is a challenge under even non-running circumstances.  But Carol is relentless in her pursuit of doing great things. Listen to her share her j...

On this week's Outdoor Diary, find out what Amy's big purchase of the week was - and how it is going to be a major game changer for her outdoor time this winter! Check out the full show notes on humansoutside.com Register for our newsletter to win a decal: https://humansoutside.com/newsletter Follow us on Instagram and share your outdoor life with the hashtag #humansoutside365.

When Hannah Wolt and Jennifer Everheart found themselves stationed really far away from home in the kind of exotic location most folks only dream about, they knew two things: that had to make the best of it, and they needed some new friends. Guam, a U.S. territory in the Pacific Ocean, is a whole other world for mainlander Americans, complete with exotic waterfalls, amazing hiking and tree snakes...

Major hip surgery is a great reason to hang out on the couch for a few days and not go outside ... unless, that is, you're working on a more than three year 20 minutes-per-day outdoor streak. Amy didn't let hip surgery get her down. Hear how she continued to get outside and what she needs from you on this week's episode of the Humans Outside Outdoor Diary. Follow @HumansOutside on Instagram: https...

What's the difference between wilderness therapy and just, well, going outside? Judith Sadora, a licensed therapist based in Oregon, practices wilderness therapy with clients outdoors and is an expert in how spending time outside can help us work through trauma. Hear why the outdoors is a great "container" and how to create your own therapeutic experience outside in this thoughtful and insightful...

Check in with Amy as she shares her last adventures in the outdoors before hitting the operating room! Register for our newsletter to win a decal: https://humansoutside.com/contact-us/ Follow us on Instagram and share your outdoor life with the hashtag #humansoutside365.

For many outdoor users, heading into the backcountry is about finding that awesome solitude that brings both peace of mind and peace of body. Hunter and videographer Chris Mann pairs that pursuit with hunting as part of High Range Hunting, which takes veterans, first responders and families of fallen military personnel out on hunts nationwide.    Hear how Chris uses the outdoors for himself and wh...

Who even decided January is the perfect time for fresh starts? Here's why September makes more sense, and the new habit you should start -- or double down on -- today. See the full show notes at humansoutside.com Register for our newsletter to win a decal: https://humansoutside.com/contact-us/ Follow us on Instagram and share your outdoor life with the hashtag #humansoutside365.

In the beginning she was just trying to save her sanity, says Virginia Yurich, who goes by Ginny. With a passel of little kids she was feeling run ragged brought by all the commitments shuffling children here and there. When her friend invited her to simply spend some time outside, letting her kids explore and live a little, she was skeptical. But after seeing the benefits, her skepticism vanished...

Have you ever woken up to find that things are way harder and more sad than you expected? That's what happened to Amy this week when she got some bad news about a hip injury she started dealing with over the podcast break. Hear how she's handling it in this episode of the weekly Outdoor Diary. Check out the full show notes at humansoutside.com Register for our newsletter to win a decal: https://hu...