Soaring High: The Adventures of Jake Long | Everyday Is Friday 365 Ep.#138

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Show Notes

keywords

paragliding, Alaska, adventure, outdoor sports, Jake Long, Pickles, safety, community, nature, personal growth

summary

In this episode of the Every Day is Friday podcast, host Matthew interviews Jake Long, a passionate paraglider and adventurer from Alaska. Jake shares his journey into paragliding, the thrill of flying with his dog Pickles, and the beauty of nature in Alaska. He discusses the importance of safety, risk management, and the community surrounding the sport. Jake emphasizes living life to the fullest, encouraging listeners to pursue their passions and not wait for the right moment. He also reflects on the impact of witnessing accidents in the sport and how it has shaped his perspective on life and death. Throughout the conversation, Jake's enthusiasm for adventure and connection with nature shines through, inspiring listeners to embrace their own journeys.

takeaways

Jake Long is a paraglider and adventurer living in Alaska.

He started paragliding in 2020 after a life-changing experience.

Jake emphasizes the accessibility of paragliding as a sport.

He shares the importance of safety and risk management in paragliding.

Pickles, his dog, plays a significant role in his adventures.

The beauty of nature and wildlife in Alaska enhances the paragliding experience.

Jake encourages listeners to live every day like it's Friday.

He reflects on the impact of witnessing accidents in the sport.

Jake aims to help others get into paragliding and share the joy of the sport.

The conversation highlights the importance of community and connection in outdoor sports.

titles

Soaring High: The Adventures of Jake Long

Living Every Day Like It's Friday with Jake Long

Sound Bites

"Just do it."

"You can't fake it."

"Go do that shit."

Chapters

00:00

Introduction to Jake Long and His Adventures

03:11

Life in Alaska: The Dark Period and Winter Sports

06:24

Jake's Journey into Paragliding and the Influence of His Dog

09:25

The Accessibility and Appeal of Paragliding

12:13

Weather and Flying Conditions in Alaska

15:02

Understanding Altitudes and Flight Dynamics

18:17

Safety, Experience, and Learning from Crashes

21:07

Jake's Crash Experience and Recovery

25:20

The Importance of Getting Back on the Horse

27:27

Pickles: The Dog Who Flies

30:28

Training Pickles for Paragliding

33:14

Building Trust with Your Flying Companion

34:11

The Joy of Flying with Pickles

40:36

The Thrill of Paragliding in Alaska

49:31

Mastering the Art of Paragliding

57:00

The Year-Round Adventure of Paragliding

01:01:17

Honoring the Risks of the Sport

01:03:50

Inspiration and Overcoming Limitations

01:08:17

Ego and Risk Management in Extreme Sports

01:10:52

Life Lessons from Paragliding

01:11:45

Advice for Aspiring Adventurers

01:18:20

Legacy and Sharing the Sport

01:25:11

Living Every Day Like Friday

01:27:25

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