Mar
25
The Shorts — Take The Bike
Your browser does not support the audio element. Patrick Davison grew up on a bike, exploring his neighborhood with family and friends. But as he grew older, he began to forget the simple joy of seeing the world on two wheels. Years later, he rediscovers a lost love and finds a new love on the [...]Feb
11
The Shorts — Suzie’s Line
Your browser does not support the audio element. When first-grade teacher Madeigh Winsor-McCarron’s life changed in 2020, she had a hard time coaxing herself to get out the door. Zoom classes, fear about the future, and isolation threatened her mental health. But fortunately, her best adventure buddy always tugged her back into the mountains, away [...]Dec
10
The Shorts–Mad Dogs And An Englishman
Your browser does not support the audio element. Susan Greenwood’s family adventures were anything but typical. Led by her father’s wild spirit, their escapades took them up snowy mountains, meandering bike rides, and alpine lakes-- all without a map or a plan. When Susan began to take athletics a little too seriously as an adult, [...]Nov
12
The Shorts — In The Current
Your browser does not support the audio element. Today, we bring you two shorts about the power of currents. As Keith Wagner struggled with PTSD after a career in the Air Force, the thought of wearing a PFD never crossed his mind. But one fateful day on the Brazos River in Texas, a close encounter [...]Sep
24
The Shorts–Two Feet In
Your browser does not support the audio element. Today, we bring you two Shorts about love on the trail. Lauren DeLaunay Miller reflects on the bond she forged with her Chevy Astro van. Chuck Radis wades into a hiking trip with his wife of 40 years. For both Lauren and Chuck, the outdoors helped them [...]Aug
13
The Shorts–Getting to Know Scoot
Your browser does not support the audio element. After Euan Fraser lost his dad in a mysterious accident, he spent decades of his life wondering what had happened. When he finally learned the truth, Euan began searching for new ways to get to know his father through adventures in the outdoors. Download Episode Music: If [...]Jun
25
The Shorts — Coming In
Your browser does not support the audio element. Cycling intervals, homework assignments, planner items: Emily Schaldach raced through her life checking off her list. When Emily’s grandmother invited her to a silent meditation retreat in the woods of Colorado, she reluctantly accepted. Compelled to sit still for a few days, Emily saw herself in [...]Mar
26
The Shorts — Balancing Act
Your browser does not support the audio element. Today, Carly Rushford and Paddy O’Connell find their edge on the snowy mountain slopes. In our first double-short episode, we hear how downhill skiing has helped Carly and Paddy shape their place and purpose in the world. Download Episode Music: If Walls Could Talk by Jacob Bain [...]Feb
12