Let's Take This Outside Mary Anne Ivison

This episode is all about triathlons and learning how to get started.
Register and find out more at their website https://multisportcanada.com.
About MultiSport Canada
MultiSport Canada is an event management company that produces Triathlon, Duathlon, Running and Cycling events in Ontario. Since it's inception in 2002, the MultiSport Canada Triathlon Series has been the fastest growing Triathlon Series in North America. In 2010, MultiSport Canada became the largest 100% Canadian owned Triathlon Series in the world. MultiSport Canada also produces over forty (40) events under contract to various profit and not-for-profit corporations with a very simply philosophy; create events with superior race execution and safety standards where the customer’s experience is the top priority.
About Carolynne Simons
Carolynne joins Multisport Canada with a passion for growing the fitness community. Since 2013, you may have seen her on the race course or engaging with participants as a Triathlon Series Ambassador. She believes that customers and communications are key in her role during events and behind the scenes.
Carolynne brings 14 years of health and wellness industry experience as director of Stay Fit Plans Inc, where she partnered with reputable organizations such as Curves for Women, The Cleveland Clinic, and Novo Nordisk Canada. Her focus on building organizational wellness strategies and specialized healthcare networks helped develop her ability to connect people.
Carolynne was formerly a certified strength and conditioning specialist and NCCP coach. Her background in varsity athletics and combined studies in business operations management and health science from The University of Western Ontario fueled an entrepreneurial mindset.
About Jason Vurma
Jason combines a unique ability to see the interdependent aspects of an event and how they all need to come together. This ability, combined with his firm commitment to lead by example from the front, truly sets him apart in the world of Event Management.
After racing his first Olympic Distance Triathlon at age 16 and his first Half Ironman at age 19, Jason competed as a top age-group racer into his mid-twenties with three Ironman finishes to his credit. Jason then turned to off-road events such as Adventure Racing, 24hr Solo Mountain Biking and long-distance Cross Country Skiing.
It was during this time that Jason joined John Salt at MultiSport Canada and jumped head-first into the world of event management. Now, nearly 15 years later, John and Jason have built-up MultiSport Canada into the largest Triathlon Series in the country with a reputation for unmatched logistics while always putting their customer’s needs first.
Jason has also had the pleasure of working-on some other large-scale events acting as the: Race Director for the Joe’s Team Triathlon; Event Director for Tough Mudder (Toronto 2013); Course Director for Centurion Cycling & EGames (2013 & 2014); Course Director for the Sporting Life 10K; Course Director for the RBC Race for the Kids and, most recently, Event Director for the Highway of Heroes Ride supporting Wounded Warriors Canada. Through these experiences, Jason has come to work with some amazing colleagues, staff, suppliers and volunteers.
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Kevin Callan is the author of 18 books, including the best-selling The Happy Camper and his incredibly popular series of paddling guides. He’s a notable public speaker and frequent guest on radio and television. Kevin is also a regular contributor, blogger and columnist for explore Magazine and Paddling Magazine, and has won several National Magazine Awards. He was made Patron Paddler for Paddle Canada and has recently won several filmmaking awards. Kevin was listed one of the top 100 modern day explorers by the Canadian Geographical Society.
https://kevincallan.com
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Canadians! Use promo code #CanadaLove to get a 10% discount on your reservation at NewVida Preserve now until May 31, 2024. Must book directly through https://www.newvidapreserve.com.
Rick Vidal is the owner of NewVida Preserve, a 2000-acre resort in the Adirondack High Peaks with a rich history as a former ski mountain and only minutes to Whiteface. He also founded Cascada Farm in the Hudson Valley, a historic 400 acre farm with incredible waterfalls in its 5th year of operations with 2000+ 5-star reviews. Prior to this, Rick was a senior data scientist at Google for 10 years, tech entrepreneur, consultant and physician. He is married to Matt Vidal and they have 3 beautiful children. He and his family are passionate about bringing new life to properties with a rich history and vast natural environment, creating gathering places where both the local community and tourists can come together for diverse wellness, outdoor recreation and culinary experiences.
Cover art photo by Jamie McGiver of Due West Photos.
Check out this great article in the National Post: https://nationalpost.com/travel/hotel-intel-newvida-channels-pure-adirondack-mountain-life
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Use code outside2024 to get a $20 discount off any two day ride on the Rideau Lakes Cycle Tour at https://ottawabicycleclub.ca/rlct/.
ABOUT RIDEAU LAKES CYCLE TOUR:
The Rideau Lakes Cycle Tour (RLCT) is a two-day cycle tour organised by the Ottawa Bicycle Club that takes its riders from Ottawa (or Perth) to Kingston and back. The first tour took place in 1972, and this year it will be its 51st edition on June 8-9, 2024. On Saturday, the tour will take cyclists through the scenic countryside of the Rideau Valley passing many picturesque lakes and historic towns on the way to Kingston, where participants will spend the evening fueling and resting at Queens University before making the return trip home on Sunday. There are four routes to choose from with one-way lengths ranging from 118km to 220km. Registration is now open for 2024 and more information can be found here: https://ottawabicycleclub.ca/rlct/
ABOUT OBC:
The Ottawa Bicycle Club (OBC) has been predominant in Ottawa's cycling scene for the past 50 years. The original OBC started in 1882 and ran until the late 1920s before It was re-established as a club in 1971. Over the years, the OBC has established a broad spectrum of programs and activities and is dedicated to providing high quality recreational and competitive cycling opportunities for cyclists of all ages.
The OBC has something for everyone! Check out www.ottawabicycleclub.ca for more information on how to join the club and take part in club activities that interest you.
ABOUT CRISTINA:
Cristina Inglis is an outdoor enthusiast who has a passion for all forms of cycling - whether it be riding the tarmac, quiet gravel roads or on the mountain bike trails. She has been a member of the Ottawa Bicycle Club since 2010 and now plays an active role on its board as the communications director as well as on the Rideau Lakes Cycle Tour organization committee. Cristina participated in the RLCT in 2022 and 2023, as both a rider and a volunteer route marshal. When she's not on her bike, Cristina works as an environmental scientist for the federal government.
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Alexandra Pope is a journalist and the editor-in-chief of Canadian Geographic. She holds a Bachelor of Philosophy in Interdisciplinary Leadership Studies from the University of New Brunswick (Fredericton) and a Master of Arts in Journalism from Western University. After starting her career reporting for weekly newspapers in rural Alberta, a lifelong interest in meteorology led her to The Weather Network, where she produced content for television broadcasts and online and served as social media lead. She joined Canadian Geographic in 2015 and was elected a Fellow of the Royal Canadian Geographical Society in 2023. Alexandra is an enthusiastic promoter of travel within Canada and will happily tell you what that cloud means.
Article mentioned: https://canadiangeographic.ca/articles/an-island-of-change/
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Jill Heinerth is a Canadian cave diver, underwater explorer, writer, photographer, and filmmaker.
She is a veteran of over thirty years of filming, photography, and exploration on projects in submerged caves around the world. Jill is the first Explorer in Residence for the Royal Canadian Geographical Society, recipient of Canada’s prestigious Polar Medal and is a Fellow of the International Scuba Divers Hall of Fame. In recognition of her lifetime achievement, Jill was awarded the Sir Christopher Ondaatje Medal for Exploration from the RCGS and the William Beebe Award from the Explorers Club.
Watch the trailer for Jill's new film: www.DivingIntoTheDarkness.com 
The world premiere is at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival on February 10!
Jill's Website
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