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Outdoor Explorer - Alaska Public Media Alaska Public Media
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4.6 • 44 Ratings
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On “Outdoor Explorer” you're invited to step outside into Alaska. Follow us to a new trail or fishing hole, learn what to pack, when to go, and most importantly, how to stay safe. Learn about life-long fitness and get inspired to go outside in the backcountry or on the bike trails.
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1970 Denali Climb
HOST: Paul Twardock
GUESTS: Dan Osborne, Dick Jabonowski, Ed Minot, Steve O'Brien, Tom Kensler, and Mike
Sallee
LINKS:
Denali Climbing History
BROADCAST: Thursday, February 2nd, 2022. 10:00 am – 11:00 a.m. AKT
REPEAT BROADCAST: Thursday, February 2nd, 2022. 8:00 – 9:00 p.m. AKT
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Tender Gravity: Marybeth Holleman
What draws us to the outdoors? Marybeth Holleman is an Alaskan writer who's new book of poetry, titled tender gravity, expresses many reasons. Marybeth is a long time Alaskan whose works include The Heart of the Sound and Among Wolves. Her collection of poems are accessible and cover everything from moss to comets and from her garden to the Brooks Range. In her interview with host Paul Twardock she discusses how loss, exploration, activism and day to day life intertwine with her poetry to create this deep and lovely collection.
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The Story of Title IX Part 1
On the next Outdoor Explorer, the first part of a continuing series of stories about Title IX, the historic legislation passed 50 years ago that changed the landscape of women’s sports. We'll learn about the start and evolution of Title IX and you’ll hear from Chloe Ivanoff, who is bringing her love of wrestling to the girls of Alaska.
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Outdoor Recreation Access in Anchorage Vol 2
HOST: Lisa Keller
GUESTS:
Chris Reynolds, treasurer of Friends of the Stewart Public Trail
Kelly Becker, a long-time trail adjacent homeowner
LINKS:
Recreation Access in Anchorage Vol 1
“Judge rules that Anchorage’s historic Stewart Trail is open to the public” - The Alaska Landmine
Friends of Stewart Public Trail Facebook page
“Road rage AK” - Craig Medred
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Epic Alaskans: Tom Choate the Mountain Goat
HOST: Paul Twardock
GUEST: Tom Choate
LINKS:
Tom Choate Biography
BROADCAST: Thursday, December 1st, 2022. 10:00 am – 11:00 a.m. AKT
REPEAT BROADCAST: Thursday, December 1st, 2022. 8:00 – 9:00 p.m. AKT
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Planning for the outdoors: The Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan and What's new in outdoor gear
HOST: Paul Twardock
GUESTS:
Ricky Geese: Director, Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Zachary Babb: Program Manager, Rivers, Trails, and Conservation Assistance (RTCA)
Alaska; NPS
LINKS:
Statewide Outdoor Recreation Plan
Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Barneys Sports Chalet
Hoarding Marmot
Play It Again Sports
REI Anchorage
BROADCAST: Thursday, November 17th, 2022. 10:00 am – 11:00 a.m. AKT
REPEAT BROADCAST: Thursday, November 17th, 2022. 8:00 – 9:00 p.m. AKT
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Customer Reviews
My favorite adventure podcast locally made in AK
Outdoor Explorer is My favorite adventure podcast locally made in AK. And I love that it’s public media!
Excellent!
Love this show and all the ways it inspires folks to appreciate enjoy our beautiful state! Keep up the good work.
Awesome bro
One of the best podcasts ever
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