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Armchair Explorer

By: Aaron Millar
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  • The world's greatest adventurers tell their best story from the road. Each episode is cut documentary style and set to music and cinematic effects to create an immersive storytelling experience. 'Best travel podcasts 2020'- The Guardian, 'Thrilling Stuff'-Sunday Times, 'Ear Candy for Listeners' - Washington Post
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  • Mule Riding, Canyoneering, and Skiing Into a Pool: Part Two of Uniquely Utah Adventures

    Mule Riding, Canyoneering, and Skiing Into a Pool: Part Two of Uniquely Utah Adventures
    May 13 2024
    If there's one word that defines Utah, it just might be adventure. From the adrenaline-pumping to the meditative, the outdoors in Utah is a veritable playground for exploration. In Part One of Uniquely Utah adventures, we spent the morning fly fishing on the teal waters of Flaming Gorge, followed by an afternoon of mountain biking, chasing sharp turns with a pro rider. In Part Two, follow along as we ride on muleback to trace the steps of ghostly gunslingers through narrow slot canyons, rappel over the sides of redstone cliffs (sometimes directly into mud), and finally attempt the legendary 50-foot ski jump directly into a pool at Park City's Olympic Park. Thank you to everyone who featured in this episode: -Fly fisherman Ryan Kelly at Flaming Gorge -Expert canyoner and guide Micah Mansfield with East Zion Adventures -Pro mountain biker Eric Porter in Park City -Trail guide McClain from Meecham Outfitters -Ski coach Ryan Devine from Park City's Olympic Park -Two-time Olympic medalist Shannon Bahkre PLAN YOUR UTAH TRIP If you want to learn more about experiencing the sights and attractions featured in this episode, go to VisitUtah.com or follow along on social media @VisitUtah. International listeners can also book this itinerary directly as a package, with lots of other bonus experiences too -- just visit AmericanSky.co.uk/Utah-Holidays/\ Self-Drive-Experience-Utah-Life-Elevated or learn more about all the incredible destinations around the state at VisitTheUSA.com or on social media @VisitTheUSA. SOCIAL Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @armchairexplorerpodcast. Want travel tips and advice? Questions about this episode? Message me! Sign up for the monthly newsletter at armchair-explorer.com. CREDITS This show was produced by Armchair Productions, the audio experts for the travel industry. Brian Thacker managed pre-production. Jenny Allison was the in-field producer. Jason Paton recorded, wrote, mixed, and sound designed the episode. Aaron Millar hosted and served as executive producer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    47 mins
  • Bushwhacking to go Backpacking: Establishing Kenya's First Long-Distance Backpacking Trail with Chris Carter

    Bushwhacking to go Backpacking: Establishing Kenya's First Long-Distance Backpacking Trail with Chris Carter
    May 8 2024
    Growing up in Kenya, Chris Carter fell in love with Africa's wilderness -- with forests and grasslands, mountains and waterfalls, lions and giraffes. But after spending several years backpacking the long-distance treks of the US, he returned to his home country only to realize that Kenya had no comparable established backpacking trails. So naturally, he decided to create one. Chris partnered with the Kenya Wildlife Service to map, plan, and create the country's first long-distance backpacking trail. The location was Aberdare National Park, a 4,000 square mile sanctuary of hidden waterfalls, volcanic peaks, and tropical forests shrouded in mist and teeming with wildlife. The only issue? Mapping the route meant bushwhacking through some insanely dense and dangerous wilderness. And Chris would find all sorts of surprises hiding in the bush... CONNECT Follow along with Chris' adventures on Instagram @Chris.Cart.Er or check out his YouTube channel at ChrisCarterMedia. If you're interested in visiting Kenya or Aberdare National Park, go to kws.go.ke. SOCIAL Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @armchairexplorerpodcast. Want travel tips and advice? Questions about this episode? Message me! Sign up for the monthly newsletter at armchair-explorer.com. CREDITS This episode was produced by Armchair Productions. Find our other shows at armchair-productions.com. Jenny Allison did the guest booking and wrote this episode, along with host and producer Aaron Millar. Charles Tyrie did the audio editing and sound design. Theme music written by the artist Sweet Chap (on IG @the_sweet_chap). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    49 mins
  • Mule Riding, Canyoneering, and Skiing Into a Pool: Part One of Uniquely Utah Adventures

    Mule Riding, Canyoneering, and Skiing Into a Pool: Part One of Uniquely Utah Adventures
    Apr 29 2024
    Welcome to Utah: Life Elevated, the documentary podcast that will take you all around Utah on an unforgettable road trip. Today, we're diving into some of Utah's unique adventures...because if there's one word that defines Utah, it just might be adventure! From rappelling down canyon walls to churning up dirt on a mountain bike, there are so many ways to get a taste of the outdoors in this great state. Join us for some unforgettable experiences, from fly fishing in the pristine Flaming Gorge to riding mules through slot canyons to braving a 50-foot ski jump...directly into a pool. Thank you to everyone who featured in this episode: -Fly fisherman Ryan Kelly at Flaming Gorge -Expert canyoner and guide Micah Mansfield with East Zion Adventures -Pro mountain biker Eric Porter in Park City -Trail guide McClain from Meecham Outfitters -Ski coach Ryan Devine from Park City's Olympic Park -Two-time Olympic medalist Shannon Bahkre PLAN YOUR UTAH TRIP If you want to learn more about experiencing the sights and attractions featured in this episode, go to VisitUtah.com or follow along on social media @VisitUtah. International listeners can also book this itinerary directly as a package, with lots of other bonus experiences too -- just visit AmericanSky.co.uk/Utah-Holidays or learn more about all the incredible destinations around the state at VisitTheUSA.com or on social media @VisitTheUSA. SOCIAL Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @armchairexplorerpodcast. Want travel tips and advice? Questions about this episode? Message me! Sign up for the monthly newsletter at armchair-explorer.com. CREDITS This show was produced by Armchair Productions, the audio experts for the travel industry. Brian Thacker managed pre-production. Jenny Allison was the in-field producer. Jason Paton recorded, wrote, mixed, and sound designed the episode. Aaron Millar hosted and served as executive producer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    35 mins
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