082: Dan Funk- Eagle Creek Dan Funk tells us about his funky adventure bus and his new Retail Merchandising role

Dan and I talk about his lifelong experience in the outdoors, what its like to manage brand ambassadors and he also tells us about his cool VW Bus. Follow him on Instagram at funky bus and check it out.   Facebook Twitter Instagram   The Outdoor Biz Podcast   Support the show   Please give us a rating and review HERE   Show Notes First Exposure to the Outdoors I grew up in a family that really loved the outdoors. My dad was in the Navy and we basically explored every area that we lived from Florida, California, Hawaii, to Washington D.C. My parents would take us out exploring these different cities and the surrounding areas like national parks, nearby cities, you name it.There's photos of me in Yosemite Valley from before I could even walk. We mostly did car camping since we are a family of four kids. It was definitely a little bit of a mess. More fun though. And then as a kid I joined the Boy Scouts and continued that outdoor obsession through my childhood and into my adult life. Things we talked about Shaper Studios Boardworks La Jolla Kayak Eagle Creek South by Southwest Advice, tips If you're just trying to get into the outdoor biz, I'd say the first thing is to hone in on what you're passionate about in the outdoors, whether that's surfing, or hiking, or camping, etc. Then also try to hone in on something that you're passionate about on the business side of things, like product design, marketing or sales. If you can combine those two passions, then I'd say you're golden. Additionally, if you don't have the business experience yet, try pursuing some in person volunteering opportunities to help build that experience. Volunteering can not only help you gain experience, but can also set you apart from other candidates and gives you an idea of what a job in the industry is like. And don't forget to Boogie! Other Outdoor Activities Surfing Backpacking Rock Climbing Scuba Diving Playing with our little girl Favorite Books On the Road by by Jack Kerouac Dharma Bums by Jack Kerouac Best Gear Purchase under $100 Ukelele Eagle Creek Pack it Sets Connect with Dan  Linkedin Funky Life Funky Bus  Welcome to a podcast dedicated to outdoor enthusiasts looking to elevate their outdoor careers while embracing the freedom and joy of outdoor adventure. We dive deep into outdoor recreation, adventure travel and outdoor activities, helping you find the best outdoor jobs that fit your ideal outdoor life. Whether you're seeking career growth or just more time to get outdoors, we've got you covered