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  • REWIND: Heather Kelly of Heather’s Choice — Building an Outdoor Food Brand, Backcountry Nutrition & Adventures
    Jun 18 2025
    #94: We’re rewinding to one of our favorite episodes with Heather Kelly, the powerhouse behind Heather’s Choice — a backcountry meal brand born in Alaska and built for adventure. Heather is an entrepreneur, nutritionist, and outdoor enthusiast who turned her passion for real food and wild places into a thriving business. In this episode, we talk about: How Heather’s Choice was born Heather’s roots in Alaska and the outdoor lifestyle Her approach to fueling adventure with healthy, packable meals Business lessons from the backcountry Why her products are a staple in my pack to this day Whether you're a hunter, hiker, or weekend warrior — or you’ve dreamed of turning your passion into a business — Heather’s story is one you don’t want to miss. Get our FAVORITE links, codes & more here! Chapters: 00:00 – Fireside Intro & Favorite Camp Snacks Kicking off around the virtual campfire with Heather’s go-to snacks and drinks. 02:00 – Growing Up in Alaska Heather shares how her Alaskan upbringing shaped her love for the outdoors. 04:20 – First Outdoor Memory: Rafting at 18 Heather becomes a river rafting guide — a pivotal experience in leadership and confidence. 07:13 – Life After That First Summer What came next after guiding and how those lessons carried forward. 09:40 – Collegiate Athlete & Crew Journey Heather’s time rowing in college and how athletics shaped her. 11:10 – Nutrition, Psoriasis & The Wake-Up Call How a health scare led her to explore diet, autoimmune wellness, and food as medicine. 14:18 – Disordered Eating & Recovery Her honest journey through body image, community support, and healing. 16:08 – Eating Psychology & Strength Culture Discussing the mental side of fitness and the impact of your circle. 20:50 – Finding What Fuels You Customizing your diet and tuning into your body’s signals. 22:15 – Backcountry Nutrition = Safety & Performance Why what you eat in the wild matters more than you think. 23:15 – Anti-Inflammatory Eating & Autoimmune Healing What Heather eats now and how food helps her manage symptoms. 27:00 – Elimination Diets, Food Sensitivities & Listening to Your Body The evolution of nutrition through the lens of autoimmune support. 30:40 – The Start of Heather’s Choice How her health journey led to dehydrated meals for the backcountry. 33:00 – First Products & DIY Growth From sockeye chowder to Shopify and organic buzz. 39:35 – Imposter Syndrome in a Saturated Market Breaking into the outdoor food industry and staying authentic. 44:00 – The Rollercoaster of Entrepreneurship The real grind of building a business from scratch. 52:35 – Recipe Development at Heather’s Choice How the team creates new meals and flavor profiles. 57:00 – A Day in the Life of Heather Kelly Business, balance, and daily rhythms as a founder. 1:03:00 – Packing Food for the Backcountry Tips on how to prepare and pack the right fuel for your adventure. 1:10:00 – What’s Next for Heather’s Choice Heather’s future plans, personal updates, and ways to follow along. EPISODE MENTIONS: Watch the show on YouTube HERE Heather’s IG Heather’s Choice IG SHOP Heather’s Choice Adventure Meals & Snacks Submit your favorites at thereckoningpodcast.com/submit SHEEPFEET for custom orthotics, the best hunting shoe and the hideout hoodie use code: RECKONING for 10% OFF SHOP HERE MTN OPS for the best supplements and gear. Use code BRITT for 20% OFF your order! RUGGED ROAD COOLER GET 10% OFF your lightweight and organized cooler here or USE CODE: LONG Have Reckoning create content for your brand, learn more HERE! Follow Us on Social: Brittney Long IGReckoning IG Affiliate Disclaimer. Show Notes may contain affiliate links. If you click through my referral link, at no additional cost to you, I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase. Thank you for supporting RECKONING LLC.
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    1 h y 14 m
  • Listener Q&A + Summer Real Talk: Outdoors, Beauty, Gardening & Behind the Podcast Scenes
    Jun 12 2025

    #93: Summer’s here—and we’re catching up like friends around the fire. In this solo episode of Reckoning, I’m diving into listener grab-bag questions and sharing real-life updates from behind the scenes of running a podcast, growing a brand, and trying not to give up when the work gets hard.

    We talk about the beauty products I swear by for outdoor adventures, the chaos and magic of gardening season, and how I’m finding balance between being present, being driven, and being okay with messy progress.

    What we get into:
    – Summer skincare + low-maintenance beauty that holds up outdoors
    – Garden wins and fails (and what it’s teaching me about growth)
    – Podcasting behind the scenes: burnout, business, and bouncing back
    – Listener questions on wellness, fitness programs, hunting, gear, mindset, and more
    – Staying grounded and growing when things feel slow

    For every woman who’s building something wild, real, and worth it.

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    1 h y 8 m
  • What to Eat While Camping: Family-Friendly, No-Stress Meal & Snack Ideas
    Jun 3 2025

    #92: Heading into the wild with your crew this summer? In this episode, I’m sharing my go-to camping meals that are quick, easy, and loved by the whole family. From no-cook recipes and mason jar salads to crowd-pleasing foil packet dinners, we’re keeping it simple, delicious, and cleanup-friendly.

    Whether you're hitting the mountains, lakes, or setting up basecamp for scouting season, these meals are perfect for fueling your adventures without the stress.

    -One-pot and no-cook ideas (yes, even dessert!)
    -Foil packet dinners
    -Make-ahead snacks & mason jar salads
    -Easy nutrition that works for outdoor families

    Tune in for stress-free ways to feed your family outdoors this summer—without spending all day at the camp stove.

    Get the show notes & list of ideas HERE!

    Chapters:

    0:00 - Intro

    6:42 - Your Suggestions for Favorite Camping Meals

    15:22 - One Pot Meal Ideas for Camping

    20:00 - Make Ahead (Meal Prep) Camping Dinner Recipe Ideas

    27:50 - Meal Prep Lunches & Snacks

    38:03 - Kid Approved Snacks & Desserts

    44:06 - Final Thoughts

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    50 m
  • High-Maintenance/Low-Maintenance Beauty: Summer Skincare & Makeup for the Outdoors
    May 20 2025

    #91: Ladies, this one's for you (and fellas—you might want to take notes or share this with the outdoor women in your life). Whether you’re headed to the lake, trail cam scouting, on camping trips, or hiking deep into the backcountry, this episode breaks down my go-to summer skincare and beauty hacks that hold up to sun, sweat, and dirt.

    We’re talking high-maintenance results with low-maintenance routines—perfect for the outdoor lifestyle. I’m sharing field-tested favorites for multiday hunts, camping trips, beach weekends, and daily summer living. From DIY lashes and sweat-proof CC cream to hydrating mists, SPF hacks, and nutrition tips that fuel your glow—this is how I stay confident and comfortable outside all season long.

    🔥 In this episode:
    • My Skin Survival Kit for heat, dust, and backcountry grime
    • The 3-Product Rule for morning and night routines outdoors
    DIY Beauty Hacks that actually hold up (lash tints, SPF balms, and cornstarch dry shampoo)
    Beauty + Nutrition tips that support your skin from the inside out
    • How to pack smart—and why less is more in your skincare bag

    Whether you're packing for a scouting trip, hitting the lake, or planning your summer hunts, this episode will help you simplify your routine without sacrificing what makes you feel your best.

    🎧 Tune in, share with a girlfriend, and let’s head into summer glowing and gritty.

    Get the show notes HERE!

    Chapters:

    0:00 - Intro

    2:36 - Skincare for Summer Adventures

    22:10 - Summer Beauty Essentials

    29:00 - Self Tanning Tips & Tricks

    33:25 - Makeup for Summer Adventures

    45:46 - Skincare and Hydration Tips

    49:00 - Product Flops & Final Thoughts

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    57 m
  • REWIND: Becoming Unstoppable with Sidney Smith – From Losing His Legs to Hunting, Ironmans & Mental Strength
    May 13 2025

    #90: This REWIND episode is one of my all-time favorites — and one that got me through some hard seasons. I'm bringing it back because it's that powerful.

    Sidney Smith is a hunter, endurance athlete, and double amputee who lost both legs due to a rare disease. But that didn’t stop him — it fueled him. In this episode, Sidney shares how he rebuilt his life, found strength through adversity, and now crushes Ironmans, hunts rugged terrain, and inspires everyone who meets him.

    We dive into hunting, health, fitness, mindset, overcoming the mental war within, and how to embrace challenge as a way of life. Whether you’re in a tough season or chasing big goals — this is one of those conversations that hits exactly when you need it.

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    1 h y 9 m
  • Trev Trifaux of Compass Grid Labradors On Raising Hunting Dogs, Fatherhood & Fitness in the Field
    May 6 2025

    #89: Trev Trifaux — founder of Compass Grid Labradors, passionate outdoorsman, dad, and total force when it comes to training elite hunting dogs. We talk about how he turned his love for Labradors into a full-on business, his best dog training tips (including gun and water desensitizing), and what makes a solid breeder. Plus, we dive into hunting, fitness routines for the field, fatherhood, and the reel that made us all want to be that kind of dad.

    Whether you’re raising a hunting dog, raising kids, or just want to laugh and learn something new — this one’s for you.

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    1 h y 25 m
  • Dale Liversedge of Shed Cast On Tips for Shed Hunting Success, Trauma Kit Must-Haves, and Outdoor Life
    Apr 29 2025

    #88: This week on Reckoning, I'm joined by Dale Liversedge — ER nurse, dad, husband, and host of the Shed Cast podcast. Dale shares how he got started in the outdoors, his early hunting and fishing memories, and how shed hunting grew from a passion into launching his own show.

    We dive into shed hunting tips for beginners and seasoned hunters — including how to find more sheds consistently, and overcoming the pressure of crowded seasons. Plus, Dale breaks down what’s in his shed hunting backpack, including trauma kit essentials every outdoorsman should carry.

    We also have some fun with a rapid-fire round covering favorite gear, snacks you refuse to share on the trail, dream shed hunts, and more.

    Grab a seat around the fire — you’re going to love this conversation with Dale. WATCH IT HERE!

    Mentioned in this episode:

    • Tips for finding more sheds

    • Tips for starting a podcast or show
    • Backpack gear must-haves for hunters

    • Why a trauma kit belongs in every pack

    • Dale’s experience launching the Shed Cast podcast

    • What most people get wrong about shed hunting

    Chapters:

    00:00 — Welcome and Episode Intro
    02:00 — How Dale Got Started in the Outdoors
    08:00 — Dale’s First Hunting and Shed Hunting Memories
    13:00 — Starting the Shed Cast Podcast
    19:00 — What It’s Really Like Launching a Podcast
    25:00 — Shed Hunting Tips for Beginners and Struggling Hunters
    32:00 — Shed Season 2025 Update
    38:00 — Weirdest Finds While Shed Hunting (Besides Antlers!)
    48:00 — What's in Dale’s Shed Hunting Backpack (Including Trauma Kit Tips!)
    56:00 — Rapid Fire Questions (Coffee or Energy Drinks, Best Gear, Music on the Trail, etc.)
    1:03:00 — Final Thoughts + Where to Find Dale and Shed Cast

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    1 h y 18 m
  • Spring Reset: Simple Tips to Organize Your Outdoor Gear & Life
    Apr 23 2025

    #87 - Solo: Feeling cluttered—mentally, emotionally, or in your gear closet? This episode is your full-body reset. We're diving into a holistic spring clean to clear out what’s no longer serving you—from your outdoor gear and routines to your mindset and digital life.

    Whether you're prepping for turkey hunts, hiking season, or just craving more clarity and time outside, this one’s for the women who want to feel strong, grounded, and ready for what's ahead.

    - Budget-friendly ways to organize hunting, fishing & camping gear
    - Detox your digital life—apps, notes, maps & planning tools
    - Reset your routine to support outdoor time (especially for moms)
    - Let go mentally & emotionally: mindset shifts + journal prompts
    - Build energy for spring without burnout

    Grab your coffee (or pack your gear), and let’s declutter everything that’s weighing you down.

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    EPISODE MENTIONS:

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    SHEEPFEET for custom orthotics, the best hunting shoe and the hideout hoodie use code: RECKONING for 10% OFF SHOP HERE

    MTN OPS for the best supplements and gear. Use code BRITT for 20% OFF your order!

    RUGGED ROAD COOLER GET 10% OFF your lightweight and organized cooler here or USE CODE: LONG

    Have Reckoning create content for your brand, learn more HERE!

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    1 h y 3 m
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