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Join Mike and Bryan each episode as they explore what it takes to make the outdoors and human-powered outdoor sports a bigger part of our lives and communities. From developing trails and creating gear libraries, to running successful programs and leading others, there's something for everyone who's ever wanted to get others fired up about getting outdoors! You'll find valuable takeaways from the conversations they have with amateurs and experts alike across the outdoor industry.

  1. Episode 3

    OSI Webinar: What Should We Know About Building Trails?

    What difference do great trails make in getting us outside? This month in place of our normal roundtable discussion we hosted a free webinar where we sat down with Steve Kasacek, a professional trail planner, designer, and builder with IMBA Trail Solutions. Join us as we discuss questions such as…   What does it take to bring great trails to life? What impact can trails have on community? What does it mean to build "sustainable" trails? What do different trail users want out of their experience? How do design and construction needs change based on type of trail? What are some of the common pitfalls that get in the way of having quality trails?   Links and Resources: Learn more about planning and building trails by signing up for the OSI Online Trail Building School with IMBA I.M.B.A. International Mountain Bicycling Association IMBA Trail Accelerator Grants Match grants to help with planning and development IMBA Resource Guide to Building Sweet Single Track IMBA Guidelines  to Quality Trail Experience Professional Trail Builders Association Vermont Community Forestry Environmental Planning Resources Vermont Community Forestry Town Forest Recreation Planning Webinar "Clino"- A tool for determining how steep a trail is or will be. OSI Online Trail Building Course The Outdoor Sport Institute & The OSI Community Our mission is to help people in rural places make human-powered outdoor sports an integral part of their lives and communities. We are a 501c3 non-profit organization. The OSI Community is a peer-driven network of people who are - Pursuing outdoor sports personally Teaching and mentoring others outdoors Building capacity for outdoor sports in their community Through the OSI Community members can access online and in-person instruction, a growing online resource library, and a network of peers to connect with and share ideas. Join The OSI Community

  2. Episode 4

    OSI Community Interview- A conversation with Benny Marr

    How important is mindset really? The outdoors can challenge us physically, but it's the mental obstacles that often prove the hardest to overcome. We hear terms like "grit", "resilience", and "growth mindset" all the time. But how does time spent outdoors actually translate into a stronger mindset? And is there anything the rest of us can learn from those pushing the absolute limits of sport?    On this episode of the OSI Community Podcast, we're catching up with someone who knows a thing or two about both. Professional kayaker, big wave hunter, HUGE rapid specialist, and all-around hilarious human, Benny Marr (@bennymrr) will be joining us for a special conversation about mindset and outdoor sport.   To learn more about the OSI Course: Building a Better Mindset for Outdoor Sport taught by Benny in November click Here.   To see what it looks like running Site Zed from the seat of Benny's Kayak, click Here.   Looking to learn more about Yoga from home, check out doyogawithme.com   Click Here to learn more about Ujjayi Breathing Technique.   Want to connect with Benny visit his  Homepage  Or follow him on Instagram @bennymrr  Or on Facebook Benny Marr Or to see more of Benny doing what he does on You Tube   For more info on all upcoming OSI Events click HERE The Outdoor Sport Institute & The OSI Community Our mission is to help people in rural places make human-powered outdoor sports an integral part of their lives and communities. We are a 501c3 non-profit organization. The OSI Community is a peer-driven network of people who are - Pursuing outdoor sports personally Teaching and mentoring others outdoors Building capacity for outdoor sports in their community Through the OSI Community members can access online and in-person instruction, a growing online resource library, and a network of peers to connect with and share ideas. Join The OSI Community

  3. Episode 5

    Community Podcast- October Round Table Discussion

    This month we got into a couple different conversations. The first was about the challenges of networking and collaborating with other outdoor organizations locally, regionally, and beyond.  The second conversation focused on the topic of mindset, and practices people are using in their own programming Networking Conversation Links & Resources  Some people are natural connectors, and that's a valuable role to play as discussed in Malcom Gladwell's book, The Tipping Point. Macaroni Kid by CertifiKID was mentioned as an e-newsletter and website that features events, activities, and products for kids and families on a hyper-local level.  Other examples of regional, state, and national level outdoor-minded collaboratives mentioned include –  The Katahdin Collaborative Rural Aspirations Project Nature Based Education Consortium Outdoor Alliance for Kids Maine Office of Outdoor Recreation Click here to learn more about Gateway and Natural Amenity Regions and the University of Utah's G.N.A.R Initiative. Mindset Links & Resources  There are a number of models out there to help understand mindset and the broader category of building social and emotional capacity. Check out these examples –  The Collaborative for Academic Social & Emotional Learning (CASEL) RULER is a framework created by Dr. Marc Brackett and the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence. You can learn more about it in the book, Permission to Feel. Interesting to note the similarities with the more clinical practice of Dialectical Behavior Therapy These models point to raising self-awareness as a first step. Just asking our program participants to note how they feel before and after time spent outdoors could be a simple and powerful practice. Tools like a mood meter could help. Learning to shift concentration and focus is another powerful tool talked about in the sports psychology and mindfulness fields.  This article from Vox makes a compelling argument for getting our focus off of our internal world in the months ahead. To be part of November's round table discussion on Wednesday,  November 18th @ 4PM sign up here! The Outdoor Sport Institute & The OSI Community Our mission is to help people in rural places make human-powered outdoor sports an integral part of their lives and communities. We are a 501c3 non-profit organization. The OSI Community is a peer-driven network of people who are - Pursuing outdoor sports personally Teaching and mentoring others outdoors Building capacity for outdoor sports in their community Through the OSI Community members can access online and in-person instruction, a growing online resource library, and a network of peers to connect with and share ideas. Join The OSI Community

  4. Episode 6

    OSI Community Podcast- November Round Table Discussion

    It's November, the mornings are getting frostier here in Maine, the mountains are starting to get snow, and we're slowly accepting the fact summer is over. The darkness, snow and the other icy trappings of winter are on their way. But despite all that, winter can be a fun time to get out and explore. This month we're talking about the challenges our communities face when it comes to recreating through outdoor sports in the colder months of the year. What issues is your community dealing with? Have you found unique solutions you can share? What does COVID mean for winter outdoor sport programs? We also talked about the difference and benefits of both passive and active programs: those that people can participate in on their own time as they wish and those that may require joining a group on a set schedule. Resources discussed during this episode: OSI December Webinar: Managing Risk & Improving Your Community Outdoor Programs "How To Make This Winter Not Totally Suck" VOX Article Junior Maine Guide Program Skowhegan Outdoors Brunswick Parks and Recreation Department Winter Explorers Club Winter Kids App- Find out about tons of Winter Activities in NH and ME The Snow Tells the Story of the Winter: A guide to understanding the snow pack. The Outdoor Sport Institute & The OSI Community Our mission is to help people in rural places make human-powered outdoor sports an integral part of their lives and communities. We are a 501c3 non-profit organization. The OSI Community is a peer-driven network of people who are - Pursuing outdoor sports personally Teaching and mentoring others outdoors Building capacity for outdoor sports in their community Through the OSI Community members can access online and in-person instruction, a growing online resource library, and a network of peers to connect with and share ideas. Join The OSI Community For Free!

  5. Episode 7

    OSI Community Interview- What Makes Participation Possible with Eileen Carey of the US Paralympics Nordic Team

    What makes participation possible? Eileen Carey has spent her professional life helping others discover their potential on a pair of skis. Over the last decade her focus has been on working with adaptive skiers, serving as the Director Adaptive Programs at NENSA in New England and then the head coach with U.S. Paralympics Nordic Team. In her time in this role she transformed the program into an athlete-centered model that built from 3 medals in Sochi to 16 medals in Pyeong Chang. Eileen was awarded the Team USA Paralympic coach of the year in 2017. Eileen now serves as the Director of the U.S. Paralympics Nordic Team. Her focus has been on sustaining competitive excellence and building the development of the sport across the country from first time experiences to podium finishes.  This month we're sitting down with Eileen to talk about the world of adaptive winter sports, and what her experience has taught her about improving inclusivity and participation in the outdoors. Join us as we discuss questions such as…  What does the pathway to participation look like for adaptive skiers? What is an athlete-centered model, and how can we use these principles to improve non-competitive community-based programs? What are the most common barriers and challenges she has seen to making winter sports more accessible and inclusive? What can the development of para-athletes teach us about improving access and participation to outdoor sports for all ages and abilities in our communities Resources Mentioned in this Episode US Paralympic Nordic Ski Team Resources US Paralympic Nordic Skiing Recruiting Survey Andy Soule's Gold Medal Finish in Pyeong Chang, 2018 The Outdoor Sport Institute & The OSI Community Our mission is to help people in rural places make human-powered outdoor sports an integral part of their lives and communities. We are a 501c3 non-profit organization. The OSI Community is a peer-driven network of people who are - Pursuing outdoor sports personally Teaching and mentoring others outdoors Building capacity for outdoor sports in their community Through the OSI Community members can access online and in-person instruction, a growing online resource library, and a network of peers to connect with and share ideas. Join The OSI Community

  6. Episode 8

    OSI Community Interview-Learning through the eyes of a mountain guide with Richard Chasse

    What can the winter environment teach us about leading others? Dick Chasse wanted to be a mountain guide ever since he was a teenager, growing up in Waterville, ME. After taking a leadership role in his high school outing club and job shadowing at a university outdoor program he began a career as professional mountain guide and outdoor educator. Dick has been guiding since 1998, building a diverse resume of experience taking him from ski guiding in Iceland, to managing logistics and risk in Mozambique, to sharing his love of Katahdin's winter magic.  Join us as we discuss questions such as…  What can guiding and teaching in harsh environments teach us about approaching the outdoors every day? What does it mean to have a curiosity mindset, and why is it so easy for us to miss? What are some simple strategies for thriving in the winter outdoors that people often don't use? How can we build better systems and frameworks for successful outdoor leadership experiences? How can we inspire the participants we work with to develop their own curiosity about the outdoors? Resources mentioned in this episode: OSI Winter Leadership Series Starlight and Storm Podcast Starlight and Storm-The Conquest of the Great North Faces of the Alps by Gaston Rebuffat Acadia Mountain Guides Fit 40 Radio Episode 002 Climbing Katahdin in the winter with Dick 'Patriot'  75' Foiling Americas Cup Challenger Boat article Team New Zealand AC 75 Video Clip The Outdoor Sport Institute & The OSI Community Our mission is to help people in rural places make human-powered outdoor sports an integral part of their lives and communities. We are a 501c3 non-profit organization. The OSI Community is a peer-driven network of people who are - Pursuing outdoor sports personally Teaching and mentoring others outdoors Building capacity for outdoor sports in their community Through the OSI Community members can access online and in-person instruction, a growing online resource library, and a network of peers to connect with and share ideas. Join The OSI Community

  7. Episode 9

    OSI Community Podcast January 2021Round Table

    It's a new year, and we are moving towards longer days and more sunlight. On tonight's OSI Community Round Table Discussion, we check in with a couple of OSI community members from Northern Maine. We discuss snow, the pursuit of wild ice, the disequilibrium of new outdoor sport venues, overcoming access issues, the four pillars of Outdoor Sport Community Development, and the programs on the OSI calendar we are looking forward to in 2021. Here are links to all of the things we discussed during the round table. OSI Winter Leadership Series w/ Dick Chasse  Technique Troubleshooting: XC Skiing w/ Seth Hubbard OSI Webinar Playing Great Games w/ Mark Kaser Katahdin Collaborative Penobscot River Trails Quarry Road Trails Helena, Montana: Case Study in community access to mountain bike trails. Maine Department of Education WAVES Initiative Outdoor Recreation Roundtable Rural Development Tool Kit Norway vs. Sweden XC Ski Race in New York City Video   The Outdoor Sport Institute & The OSI Community Our mission is to help people in rural places make human-powered outdoor sports an integral part of their lives and communities. We are a 501c3 non-profit organization. The OSI Community is a peer-driven network of people who are - Pursuing outdoor sports personally Teaching and mentoring others outdoors Building capacity for outdoor sports in their community Through the OSI Community members can access online and in-person instruction, a growing online resource library, and a network of peers to connect with and share ideas. Join The OSI Community For Free!

  8. Episode 10

    OSI Community Podcast- Rethinking Games with Mark Kaser

    Why do we need to re-think the games we play? Whether you're on foot, on skis, on wheels, or on the water, games can be a powerful tool to help make the experience more positive and rewarding for your participants. Join us for this episode as we are joined by a master game player, and explore how we can more effectively use games in the outdoor sport experiences we lead.  Mark Kaser is a professional group facilitator and director of the Indiana Teen Institute. He has spent decades working with people of all ages playing, learning, and challenging the way they think. As Mark says, great games aren't just playful, they are "full of play." In this free discussion-based webinar he'll be sharing tips and tricks to help ensure the games you play are fun, effective, and engaging. Join us for this free webinar as we explore… How we can use games to maximize engagement How games are received across different age groups What we can learn from a rubber chicken Common mistakes and errors in games and their unintended consequences Principles we can use to enhance, create and play new games in any outdoor sport   Sign up to receive OSI's latest free guide: Create Your Playlist   Resources mentioned in this episode: Bernie De Koven- The Infinite Playground: A Player's Guide to Imagination A Playful Path: The Book, The Spirit, The Experience Deep Fun:The Virtual Library of Bernie De Koven Ben Mirkin-The Backcountry Play Book: Games and Activities Mark Collard- No Props: Great Games with No Equipment www.playmeo.com Cross Country Ski Games from the Nordic Ski Lab Classic Books and Games from Karl Rohnke   The Outdoor Sport Institute & The OSI Community Our mission is to help people in rural places make human-powered outdoor sports an integral part of their lives and communities. We are a 501c3 non-profit organization. The OSI Community is a peer-driven network of people who are - Pursuing outdoor sports personally Teaching and mentoring others outdoors Building capacity for outdoor sports in their community Through the OSI Community members can access online and in-person instruction, a growing online resource library, and a network of peers to connect with and share ideas. Join The OSI Community For Free!

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Join Mike and Bryan each episode as they explore what it takes to make the outdoors and human-powered outdoor sports a bigger part of our lives and communities. From developing trails and creating gear libraries, to running successful programs and leading others, there's something for everyone who's ever wanted to get others fired up about getting outdoors! You'll find valuable takeaways from the conversations they have with amateurs and experts alike across the outdoor industry.

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    Outdoor Sport Institute
  • Episodes
    22
  • Seasons
    1
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