Rick Saez

Outdoor Adventure Lifestyle Podcast

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From mountain towns to far-flung trails, host Rick Saez sits down with the people driving the outdoor and adventure travel world. Each week, you'll hear stories of exploration, creativity, and purpose — from guides and writers to conservationists and entrepreneurs — all united by a love of the outdoors and a life lived close to adventure.

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Rick Saez

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061: Adam Kolton of the Alaska Wilderness League- Adam tells how the fight for the Arctic has just begun and how we can do more. 21.12.2017 22:59

Adam has a strong track record protecting the Arctic and it is good to know we are in good hands with people like Adam and his team. Adam talks about the headwinds we are up against in Arctic Alaska and how you can get involved at a local level as well as nationally. Facebook Twitter Instagram The Outdoor Biz Podcast Please give us a rating and review HERE Show Notes Adam Kolton, the n...

060: Jake Anderson- Jake of Forsake tells us how two buddies turned a business plan into a solid outdoor footwear brand. 19.12.2017 28:15

This episode is with Forsake Founder Jake Anderson. Forsake is one of the newer footwear brands in the Outdoor World. Launching in 2013 Jake and his team have put together a great collection of Mens and Women's active footwear. Jake tells us how two guys with zero footwear experience saw a market opportunity, wrote a business plan and turned into a growing brand. His story about their first sales...

059: Don Lauria- Don founded one of the first outdoor stores in Southern California, West Ridge Sports. He also has a prolific rock climbing career. In this episode he tells us tells us his favorite Norman Clyde story and much more. 14.12.2017 46:01

This episode is with my good friend, Bishop legend and renowned climber Don Lauria. Don is a retired engineer, lives in Bishop, and is the editor and CFO for the Bardini Foundation. He made the third ascent of the Dihedral Wall (1967), the second ascent of the North America Wall (1968), and the second ascent of the Wall of the Early Morning Light (1971), frequently climbing with Dennis Hennek. In...

2017 Reading List- Want to know which Outdoor books Industry Insiders love . . . here they are! 13.12.2017 2:07

Hey guys, Rick here to let you know about another Special Bonusode dropping today. Following up on our gear list from last Wednesday today we are giving you our 2017 Reading List. I have interviewed over 50 members of the Outdoor Industry tribe and peppered them with questions like what was your first outdoor job and what are your favorite books. The answers to the favorite books question has prod...

058: Jay Getzel- Jay Getzel, President of Outdoor brand Mountainsmith networked his way to the top. 12.12.2017 33:46

Jay has been with Mountainsmith for over 8 years with stints at CAMP USA, Timberland and Kelty prior to that. He has an impressive career and we talk about how the Mountainsmith team has delivered consistent success as one of the smaller outdoor gear brands, the current state of outdoor retail and plenty more. Enjoy! Facebook Twitter Instagram The Outdoor Biz Podcast Please give us a ratin...

057: Aryn Schlichting- Aryn from Mountain Careers believes you can have it all, a life and an Outdoor career in the Mountains 07.12.2017 20:48

Aryn has been in HR and Recruiting for over 10 years in Vail, Colorado. She recently launched Mountain Careers and believes you can have it all; an amazing career balanced with a mountain lifestyle. With positions from accounting to nursing Mountain Careers is the website to visit for careers in the best ski towns. If you've always dreamed of living in a mountain town you won't want to miss this...

2017 Gear List- Want to know what gear Outdoor Industry Insiders love . . . here it is! 06.12.2017 2:14

Special Bonusode dropping today. Just in time for your Holiday shopping I'm excited to give you the first Outdoor Biz Holiday Gear Guide. I have interviewed over 50 members of the Outdoor Industry tribe and peppered them with questions like what was your first outdoor job to what are your favorite books. One question that has struck a cord, and even stumped some of your peers has been what is your...

056: Alison Teal- you're going to like this fun, adventure conversation with Alison Teal. Time magazine has dubbed her the female version of "Indiana Jones" 05.12.2017 38:04

Her parents are quite the adventurers and Alison has followed their path straight from the cradle. Her journeys have taken her on wild bikini clad adventures into ancient cultures with her camera and pink eco surfboard to share global secrets of survival, sustainability, health and happiness through her comedic and inspirational film and blog series: Alison's Adventures. Alison goal with Alison Ad...

055: Luis Vargas- this episode is with adventure travel entrepreneur and advisor Luis Vargas 30.11.2017 25:00

Luis tells about his background and how adventure travel continues to evolve towards discovery and experiential adventures. We also talk a bit about his newest venture Modern Adventure. You can check that out at modernadventure.com Facebook Twitter Instagram The Outdoor Biz Podcast Please give us a rating and review HERE Show Notes Luis tells about his background and how adventure trave...

054: Gary Bard- Gary has a unique career in the Outdoor and Adventure Travel Biz. You will love his story telling in this episode. 28.11.2017 39:36

This episode is with my good friend and long time adventure compadre Gary Bard. Gary is the older brother of Allan and Dale Bard. Allan was a great climber and even better on skis pioneering the red line route in the eastern sierra. Dale was one of the finest boulders and climbers in the Camp 4 hey days in Yosemite. Gary has a unique career in the Outdoor Biz. His "day job" was in the Berkeley Fir...

053: Luis Benitez- Luis Benitez's outdoor and government experience began at a young age, he tells us all about it on this episode 23.11.2017 39:20

Listen as Luis tells us about his background which set the path for this career in the Outdoors and government. He also talks about all the fantastic things the Colorado office of Outdoor Recreation is doing. Facebook Twitter Instagram The Outdoor Biz Podcast Please give us a rating and review HERE Show Notes First Exposure to the Outdoors You know I tell people all the time that I wa...

Chez tells us about his background in the Adventure Travel business his new role with Tracks and Trails and offers some great tips for getting into the adventure travel business 21.11.2017 32:48

Chez tells us about his background in the Adventure Travel business, his thoughts on the future of Adventure Travel his new role with Tracks and Trails and offers some great tips for getting into the travel business. Facebook Twitter Instagram The Outdoor Biz Podcast Please give us a rating and review HERE Show Notes Chez tells us about his background in the Adventure Travel business hi...

051: Alden Mills, speaker, entrepreneur, former navy SEAL and author of "Be Unstoppable" 16.11.2017 31:56

Alden tells us about how he became a SEAL and how SEAL teams develop such strong teamwork . . . hint be selfless! He also offers some great inspiration for life and growing your career Facebook Twitter Instagram The Outdoor Biz Podcast Please give us a rating and review HERE Show Notes Alden tells us about how he became a SEAL and how SEAL teams develop such strong teamwork . . . hint ....

050: Steve Barker- We talk about Eagle Creek, Conservation and to how grow your outdoor career and get involved 14.11.2017 57:50

Welcome to episode 50. WOW five oh. Feels like I launched The Outdoor Biz Podcast just the other day. This episode is with Steve Barker founder of Eagle Creek, recent leader of the Outdoor Industry Association and serial conservationist. Steve and I have been friends for a long time and we cover a lot in this wide ranging conversation from Eagle Creek, his non-profit work and much more. Facebook...

048: Colin Moynihan- Colin Moynihan President and Team captain with Outdoor Shop Uncle Dan's Outfitters 09.11.2017 29:41

This episode is with Colin Moynihan President with Uncle Dan's Outfitters. Colin tells about the recent change in ownership at Uncle Dan's, thoughts on the state of outdoor retail today and his experience at the Skip Yowell Future Leaders Academy. Facebook Twitter Instagram The Outdoor Biz Podcast Please give us a rating and review HERE Show Notes This episode is with Colin Moynihan Pre...

049: Malcom Daly- Malcom recently joined the management team at iconic Outdoor Shop Neptune Mountaineering. 07.11.2017 52:25

In this conversation Malcom tells us about the recent change in ownership and the cool new things going at Neptune Mountaineering. They are making some exciting updates to this iconic Mountain Shop while keeping the original vibe and commitment to service alive. Malcom's message to you . . . Shop Local! Facebook Twitter Instagram The Outdoor Biz Podcast Please give us a rating and review ...

047: Greg Madrigal- Owner and chief net maker at Sierra Nets. He makes some of the best fly fishing nets you'll find. 02.11.2017 33:10

In this conversation Greg tells how he got into fishing woodworking and the great fishing on the LA River. Yes, you can fish for Carp and Tilapia in the LA River. Facebook Twitter Instagram The Outdoor Biz Podcast Please give us a rating and review HERE Show Notes In this conversation Greg tells how he got into fishing woodworking and the great fishing on the LA River. Yes, you can fish...

046: Michael Lanza- Award winning Outdoor author and publisher of The Big Outside 31.10.2017 35:51

Michael Lanza is the author of the National Outdoor Book Award-winning book, Before They're Gone and his blog The Big Outside. In this wide ranging conversation we talk about outdoor gear innovation, climate change, public lands and a whole lor more. Facebook Twitter Instagram The Outdoor Biz Podcast Please give us a rating and review HERE Show Notes Michael Lanza is the author of th...

045: Crazy Jack- Outdoor enthusiast Jack Northam has summited Mt Whitney over 150 times 26.10.2017 35:25

Crazy Jack has been climbing Mt. Whitney for over 20 years. He tells us how he got into the outdoors and some great stories from his summits of Mt Whitney, sometimes summiting twice in one day! Facebook Twitter Instagram The Outdoor Biz Podcast Please give us a rating and review HERE Show Notes Jack tells us how he got into the outdoors and some great stories from his summits of Mt Wh...

044: Outdoor Enthusiast Scott Ohsman gives us some great insight regarding Amazon 24.10.2017 38:41

Scott's agency operates in the Pacific Northwest, he talks with us about Amazon and offers some strategies and actionable tactics independent retailers can employ and improve their game. Facebook Twitter Instagram The Outdoor Biz Podcast Please give us a rating and review HERE Show Notes Scott's agency operates in the Pacific Northwest, he talks with us about Amazon and offers some stra...

043: Kristie Focht- former Eagle Creeker Kristie is an avid sky diver and recently launched Oregon Youth Outdoor Outreach 19.10.2017 38:32

Kristie tells us about growing up as an outdoor kid in Oregon and the work she's done to launch Oregon Youth Outreach and help more kids outside. Facebook Twitter Instagram The Outdoor Biz Podcast Please give us a rating and review HERE Show Notes Kristie is an avid sky diver and recently launched Oregon Youth Outreach. She tells us about growing up as an outdoor kid in Oregon and the w...

042: Caroline Pemberton- Australian Television Presenter & Producer, Adventure Addict and once upon a time Miss Australia tells us a wild story about climbing Mt. Everest in 2005 17.10.2017 33:06

Australian Television Presenter & Producer, Adventure Addict and once upon a time Miss Australia tells us a wild story about how she helped her brother become the youngest Australian to climb Mt. Everest in 2005. Facebook Twitter Instagram The Outdoor Biz Podcast Please give us a rating and review HERE Show Notes Australian Television Presenter & Producer, Adventure Addict and once upon...

041: Stacy Bare- Stacy tells us about his project Adventure Not War where he goes back to ski and adventure in all the places where he fought during his military service. 12.10.2017 47:25

This episode is with Stacy Bare from Sierra Club Outdoors. Stacy tells us about climbing an ant hill in Botswana and a project of his called Adventure Not War where he goes back to ski and adventure in all the places where he fought, cleaned up after war, or was supposed to go to war. Facebook Twitter Instagram The Outdoor Biz Podcast Please give us a rating and review HERE Show Notes T...

040: Paul Petersen- Paul tells about his early days with PSIA and Bear Valley Cross Country and Adventure Company 10.10.2017 33:53

This episode is with Paul Petersen. Paul was one of the early members of PSIA, the Professional Ski Instructors of America and currently operates the Bear Valley Cross Country and Adventure Company with his wife Dianne. If you ever find yourself on highway 4 near ebbetts pass be sure and stop in. Facebook Twitter Instagram The Outdoor Biz Podcast Please give us a rating and review HERE ...

039: Sam Roberts- Climber, Skier, Photographer and Outdoor Advocate share his love for all things outdoors. 05.10.2017 39:45

Sam Roberts talks about some of his adventures and the great he and the Friends of the Inyo do in the Eastern Sierra. Facebook Twitter Instagram The Outdoor Biz Podcast Please give us a rating and review HERE Show Notes Sam Roberts talks about some of his adventures and the great he and the Friends of the Inyo do in the Eastern Sierra. First Exposure to the Outdoors Well I was lucky eno...