Closer to Nature with Marybeth, Paddle Adventurer

Marybeth is a Canadian Youtube and content creator taking us on outdoor, travel and paddle “advenchas”.

I'm stoked to catch up with Marybeth to chat about her love of paddling, travel, wildlife encounters, and her super entertaining videos to motivate us to get outdoors.

Listen in for beginner advice on how to choose the right paddleboard for stability, tips for balance, and staying safe on the water. And if you’re hesitant to try a SUP or you’re embarrassed to fall in – we’ve got some encouragement for you!

Marybeth shares about her life by the Great Lakes in Ontario and going on backcountry adventures. We chat about paddling with huge ‘gators, and the joy of stalking beavers in her hometown backyard known as Coote’s paradise.

She also gives insights into her journey as a Youtube creator and her mission to encourage more play in life.

Connect via Instagram @paddleadventurer

and watch Paddle Adventurer on YouTube

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EPISODE NOTES | Marybeth

1:06 Hometown

1:34 Journey into paddling

3:52 Choosing the best paddle board

5:53 Size and stability

6:57 Do it your way

8:32 Backcountry portaging

14:00 Pumping inflatables

16:46 Florida alligators

18:41 Marybeth’s mission

20:27 Backyard paddling

22:09 Beavers

23:56 Life in the outdoors

25:42 YouTube journey

29:00 Beginner advice

31:32 Winter paddling

35:00 Tips for balance

38:07 Moose

39:00 Future adventures

39:44 Magic of paddling