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I Survived The Wild Outdoors


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  • 34. Perserverance

    01:05:33||Season 1, Ep. 34
    In this episode, we dive into the powerful story behind Stephan Kesting's book, Perseverance: Life and Death in the Subarctic. Stephan shares his harrowing journey of survival after facing near-death experiences in the wild, and how these challenges led him to a deeper understanding of life, resilience and hope. Don't miss this incredible story of survival and personal growth. Stephan's Book:https://www.amazon.com/Perseverance-Death-Subarctic-Stephan-Kesting/dp/1639368612

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  • 33. Love, Laughter, and Broken Ribs

    52:05||Season 1, Ep. 33
    What happens when a honeymoon turns into a series of unfortunate events? Katie and Mitchell find out as their romantic getaway to South Dakota quickly derails with food poisoning and a horse riding accident that ends with a broken rib. Join as Katie shares the ups, the downs and everything in between- proving that sometimes love grows stronger in the most unexpected circumstances.
  • 32. Caught in the Current

    38:40||Season 1, Ep. 32
    In this episode, we follow the gripping journey of Steve Acosta and his brother Simon as they venture out for a day of Steelhead flyfishing on California's Feather River. What begins as a serene escape quickly turn's into a fight for survival when their drift boat capsizes, leaving one brother struggling beneath the surface. Join us as we recount their terrifying experience and the lessons learned from the river and the importance of life jacket safety.Steve's website: acostaflyfishing.com
  • 31. Off the Trail

    32:00||Season 1, Ep. 31
    In this episode, Dawn Rohde shares her harrowing solo adventure up Red Pines Trail in Utah’s Little Cottonwood Canyon. Her plan to explore the scenic Maybird Lake area takes an unexpected turn when she loses the trail amid lingering snow and rugged terrain. A thunderstorm rolls in and the conditions become perilous with lightning, hail, and slippery trails. As night falls and the temperatures drop, she shelters by a cliff, wrapped in a space blanket and surrounded by the wilderness and its inhabitants. Listen in as Dawn shares her fight for survival with host Brad Mathewson.
  • 30. Treble Hooked

    49:58||Season 1, Ep. 30
    In this podcast episode, seasoned musky fisherman and guide Joe Junion recounts a series of fishing mishaps centered around one of the most dangerous aspects of the sport—the razor-sharp treble hooks. With vivid detail, he recalls several close calls and near misses that have left anglers bloodied and bruised, including himself. Whether you're a fishing enthusiast or just a fan of wild adventure stories, this episode reminds us of one of the overlooked dangers of fishing.Todays Guest: Joe Junionhttps://sites.google.com/view/joejunionsportfishing/homehttps://www.facebook.com/p/Joe-Junion-Sportfishing-100070157833467/
  • 29. Bear Bait Blunders and Mishaps

    28:40||Season 1, Ep. 29
    In this specially requested episode, host Brad Mathewson shares two more entertaining and cautionary tales from his bear hunting adventures. The setting for both stories is the swampy, bog-filled wilderness where he and a friend were scouting and baiting for bear season. From underestimating the treacherous terrain of a bog, to nature throwing the unexpected curveball, this episode offers listeners a glimpse into the unpredictable and often challenging aspects mother nature has to offer.
  • 28. Bears, Bees and a Swarm

    21:28||Season 1, Ep. 28
    Join us for a wild story in the heart of the wilderness. Our host Brad Mathewson, an experienced hunter, sets out on what should have been a routine trip to put out bear bait. But as soon as he steps onto shore, he finds himself under attack — not by a bear, but by a swarm of angry yellow jackets. Stranded with his kayak pulled up over their ground nest, he has no choice but to fight the swarm of pain to escape. Tune in as he recounts the experience and shares the lessons learned from a day in the wild that went from calm to chaos in an instant.