137: Pete Ripmaster-battling depression and winning the Iditarod Adventure Race

Pete shows up with so much inspiration and energy, I love it and thank you! We talk about his experience with depression, how he discovered running, his iditarod success and a whole lot more. This is another must listen episode! Thanks Pete!   Facebook Twitter Instagram   The Outdoor Biz Podcast   Support the show on Patreon   Please give us a rating and review HERE   Show Notes First Exposure to the Outdoors I've been an athlete my whole life. I kinda grew up in that generation where I was outside all the time you know, mom would have to ring the bell and get us inside. The opposite of kids today. I was outside all the time. That's around the woods and mostly it was sports. I was big into ball sports growing up, but I always had a heart for the outdoors. I felt more comfortable there than inside, so it's just been a lifelong love affair really with the outdoors. I don't like to be boxed in by you're ultra runner or you're a hiker. I get out there. The titles don't mean much to me, I'm just the outdoorsman. Things we talked about Darby Communications Depression Breast Cancer Iditarod Trail Invitational 50 State Marathon Club The Seaveys Susan G. Komen Advice, tips I love helping people and say get your ass outside. Being outside and being in running and sweating has just been my biggest antidepressant. I would definitely say also to open up to people you know. Open up to the people you love and if there's someone in your life that you feel could help or at least be an ear and not judge you, go there. Because there are people that love you and want to help you and might not even understand the extent of your darkness. So just open up and that will probably bring some accountability. And so I hope people can kind of get through that because I know how tough it's been for me and I'm not saying that I'm through it. I mean, I still deal with it and I think I always will, but I've found little hacks to help me through. Other Outdoor Activities Kayaking Stand up Paddle Rock Climbing Mountaineering Ice climbing Biking Golf Favorite Books/Apps To Build a Fire by Jack London Into the Wild by Jon Krakauer The Snow Leopard by Peter Matthiessen Endurance by Alfred Lansing Best Gear Purchase under $100 Fenix headlamp Connect with Pete peteripmaster.com Instagram 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.