Outdoor Minimalist

In episode 70 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we are talking about recycling! I’ve had a few guests on the show that have shed some light on recycling, but not quite to this depth yet. Today’s guest, Amanda Close, is an expert in all things waste streams and is here to answer the question: what happens after we recycle? Amanda Close is the Education and Outreach Manager at Waste Loop and works...

In episode 69, I am talking about greenwashing. We have talked about greenwashing a fair bit on the show. Some of the episodes that go into more depth about greenwashing include: Episode 11: Greenwashing in the Outdoor Industry , where we talk with Steven Sashen from Xero Shoes about how greenwashing is commonly used in marketing and how to spot it Episode 13: Crafting Truthful and Transparent Sus...

In episode 68 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we are joined again by Aaron Owens Mayhew, the founder of Backcountry Foodie. If this is the first you’re hearing of her, you need to go back and listen to episode 40 with her, titled “Becoming Minimalist: Downsizing for Life.” That episode was our most streamed episode of 2022 and is filled with incredible insights and stories about how anyone can...

In episode 67 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we are jumping back into the topic of apparel but with a new spin. We love talking about textiles and textile production on the show, but today we are approaching it from a new perspective. For this episode, I sat down with Jeremy Lux, the creator of Illumine Collect to discuss how their outdoor brand is making outdoor recreation more accessible to...

In episode 66 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we are celebrating 2022 coming to a close. This year, I wanted to celebrate 2022 coming to a close by recapping our top five episodes that were released this year. If this is your first time listening, this is a great place to start because you get to hear a few clips from each one and then you can go back to hear the full episodes! Of the episodes...

In episode 65 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we are talking about biodiversity, biodiversity loss, and what we can do to improve the biodiversity in our backyards. To help guide this conversation and share his expertise, I was joined by Dillion Jones.  Dillon is a biologist and Science Communicator interested in uncovering the secrets of biodiversity! His Science Communication efforts go...

In episode 64 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we are talking about wildfires. I have been wanting to do more ecology based content on the show because I think it balances out a lot of the production content really well. Plus, it’s super fun and interesting to learn about! As we will discuss in the interview, wildfires are a somewhat misunderstood natural occurrence and is one that is often vili...

In episode 63 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we are taking an inside look into what it takes to change product packaging design. This process likely looks different for every company, but today we get to learn from one company's experience as they moved from plastic packaging to a more sustainable steel container. To break down what went into this process and how they landed on this packaging...

In episode 62 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we get to chat about gear repair. We have discussed gear repair in the past on the show, but for this episode we get to go a bit more in depth to learn what you should carry in a backcountry gear repair kit, how to save money on gear purchases by learning a few easy repairs, and how to prevent gear failures from happening as often. To help explain a...

Ways you can cut down on waste during your holiday celebrations this year. Topics discussed in this episode: Holiday decorating Meal planning Food impact Food waste And more! INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist --------------------------...

In episode 60 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we are talking about the impact technology has had on outdoor recreation and how we experience outdoor adventures. There are both positives and negatives to technology in the outdoor industry, and just like technology, the industry is always growing and changing. To help me dive into the outdoor impacts of technology, I welcomed Garrett Stevens to t...

Bill Nye the Science Guy said it best, “the main thing you can do about climate change isn’t recycling– it’s voting.” That’s why in episode 59 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, I am going to discuss a few of the ways you can use your voice to vote for the environment. Now, I want to be clear, since politics can often be polarizing, I am not going to tell you who to vote for or who I support. I am...

In episode 58 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we are returning to one of my favorite topics of discussion: textiles. We are expanding on several other episodes that have dove into textile production in the outdoor industry as well as what it means to have a circular production model. To help me expand on these ideas, I had the pleasure of chatting with Bill Johnston. Bill is the founder and pre...

Tune into an interview with the Outdoor Minimalist host, Meg Carney, on the Guides Gone Wild podcast hosted by Jen Clark.  Learn more about Meg's background, how the Outdoor Minimalist book/podcast came to be, and Meg's favorite piece of gear under $50. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theo...

Here are some tips and tricks I've come across to help minimize waste during your Halloween celebrations. Now, I don't know all of the best practices to cut out waste during the holidays, but this is a good place to start.  What are some ways you cut down on waste this Halloween? Follow me on Instagram @outdoor.minimalist.book and comment on this episode's post.   INSTAGRAM: https://www....

In episode 55 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we talk about stewardship marketing, public land access for varying user groups, and how we can use our strengths to make a collective impact for good. Any type of branding and brand marketing is always super interesting to me, and I was really excited when the idea for this episode was brought to my attention by Becky Marcelliano.  Becky is th...

In episode 54 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we get to discuss the topic of outdoor education and the importance of spending time outdoors not only for our physical health but for our mental health. We are diving into some of the ways that a lack of access to outdoor play can especially impact young children, how access to nature stunts learning, and how a fear of nature has grown into a more...

In episode 53 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we are answering a listener question. How do you talk about outdoor minimalism with friends and family who don’t know much about these topics or don’t agree with the ideas? First off, I love this question. Second, if you have a specific topic or question, please feel free to message me, email me, or submit an episode request on theoutdoorminimalist....

In episode 52 of the Outdoor Minimalist Podcast, I answer listener questions!  Some of your questions have expansive answers, so I couldn't go into great detail, but more resources are provided below. If you want to listen to just one question, reference the time stamp next to the questions.  ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist 1. We h...

In episode 51 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we once again are talking about dogs. I know we have a lot of dog content on this show, and that is because bringing our pets outside has a huge impact on those local ecosystems. So, as responsible pet owners, it is helpful to have the right tools and knowledge when heading outside. For this specific episode, though, we are focusing more on the thin...

To celebrate our 50th episode and the release of the Outdoor Minimalist book on September 1, 2022, here is an exclusive sneak peak into the book itself.  Listen in and enjoy an audiobook style reading of the Outdoor Minimalist introduction. Read by Meg Carney.  INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: htt...

In episode 49 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we are building off last week’s episode. Now, both are stand-alone episodes, but if you haven’t already, I think you will likely get more out of this one if you listen to episode 48: can a company be 100% circular? So, in this episode, we are diving into the topic of sustainability transparency reports. These are essentially a yearly report card tha...

In episode 48 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we discuss what it means to have a circular product range as a company and how to get there. If you aren’t sure what a circular product range or a circular economy is, that’s okay; my guest Niclas Bornling overviews all of this and much more. Niclas is an international Swede that has lived and worked in France and the US, currently living in Portlan...

In episode 47 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we get to talk about one of my favorite topics once again: dogs! We have covered a fair number of dog-related topics including trail etiquette, hiking with small dogs, and even the impacts of the pet food industry. So, in this episode, we discuss how other areas of the pet industry and pet parent consumption impacts the environment. To help give us...

In episode 46 of the Outdoor Minimalist Podcast, we overview some common talking points a vegan and a hunter may encounter in a conversation together. Unlike most conversations or should I say debates between “carnivores” and vegans, my guest, Ben Paige, and I decided to frame the conversation surrounding our similarities instead of differences. That’s not to say that there weren’t things we don’t...