The Next Ridge

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🎙️ The Next Ridge Podcast — Life Out West, North Idaho Living, Montana Stories & the Outdoor Lifestyle The Next Ridge Podcast dives deep into the lifestyle of the American West—North Idaho, Montana, and the rugged country that shapes the people who live there. Each episode explores real stories of adventure, adversity, hunting, fishing, backcountry living, and what it means to build a life rooted in grit, freedom, and the outdoors. From mountain towns and wild public lands to everyday conversations about mindset, discipline, and overcoming challenges, this podcast is for anyone who loves the o...

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Fighting for the Innocent: The Night Ruck, Sex Trafficking, and Taking Action in North Idaho 23.05.2026 1:24:12

Every 40 seconds, a child goes missing in America. 756,000 kids disappear every year — and most people have no idea. In this episode, we sit down with Erin, founder of 756 Dark: The Night Ruck, a powerful community event in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, raising awareness and donations to fight child sex trafficking and exploitation. Erin shares how a calling she couldn't ignore led her to create...

From Hormones to Healing: The Truth About PTSD, Wellness & Taking Your Life Back 02.05.2026 1:13:44

Are your hormones silently wrecking your health? Whether you're a veteran, first responder, or just someone who feels "off" and can't figure out why — this episode is for you. We sat down with Dustin and Sarah, founders of Revival Wellness Clinic in Hayden and Sandpoint, Idaho, to talk about what's really going on inside your body when life, stress, and trauma take their t...

The PEACE Act: How Oregon's Ballot Initiative Could End Hunting, Ranching & Wildlife Management as We Know It 19.04.2026 1:33:25

Is hunting about to become a criminal act in Oregon? In this eye-opening episode of the The Next Ridge, we sit down with Ryan — a 33-year veteran Oregon State Police Fish & Wildlife Officer — to break down Initiative Petition 28, also known as the Oregon Peace Act. This proposed ballot measure would eliminate the legal exemptions that currently protect hunting, fishing, trapping, and ranching...

From Warzones to Wilderness: Building a Life That Actually Matters 28.02.2026 1:28:50

What happens when a former Army airborne veteran and overseas contractor trades warzones for wilderness, adrenaline for presence, and chaos for purpose? In this powerful conversation, Stu shares his journey from military service and contracting in Iraq and Afghanistan to building a meaningful life rooted in adventure, family, fly fishing, hunting, mindset, and personal growth in North Idaho. This...

How Bird Dogs Really Work | Upland Hunting, Field Secrets, and Training 01.01.2026 1:30:56

🛠 For Real Estate Services or Questions: Contact us: John Fontaine -208-719-6881 Austin Johnson - 208-640-9001 Thenextridge208@gmail.com Grab our Relocation Guide: https://northidahoexperience.com/johns-relocation-guide/ Your Ultimate Selling Game Plan guide: https://northidahoexperience.com/johns-seller-guide/ Discover the world of upland bird hunting, pheasant hunting, and bird dog training with...

What It’s Really Like to Fly Into Idaho’s Backcountry for a Hunt 18.12.2025 1:11:34

🛠 For Real Estate Services or Questions: Contact us: John Fontaine -208-719-6881 Austin Johnson - 208-640-9001 Thenextridge208@gmail.com Grab our Relocation Guide: https://northidahoexperience.com/johns-relocation-guide/ Your Ultimate Selling Game Plan guide: https://northidahoexperience.com/johns-seller-guide/ Welcome to The Next Ridge Podcast, brought to you by North Idaho Experience! In this ep...

The Next Ridge Podcast | Pilot Episode: Veterans, Hunting & Life in North Idaho 04.12.2025 26:21

🛠 For Real Estate Services or Questions: Contact us: John Fontaine -208-719-6881 Austin Johnson - 208-640-9001 Thenextridge208@gmail.com Grab our Relocation Guide: https://northidahoexperience.com/johns-relocation-guide/ Your Ultimate Selling Game Plan guide: https://northidahoexperience.com/johns-seller-guide/ This episode kicks off The Next Ridge Podcast, hosted by Austin Johnson and John Fontai...