143: Todd Branham is growing outdoor communities thru trail building and mountain biking

Happy new year everyone, I hope you had a fantastic holiday season. I'm excited to kick off season 4 of the Outdoor Biz Podcast with Todd Branham of Blue Ridge Adventures. Todd is doing great work in the Blue Ridge Mountains building trails and Mtn Bike communities through his businesses. We talk about his early days on a bike, the inspirations, challenges as well as some of the intricate details of building trails. Thanks for all you do Todd and coming on show! And thanks to the crew at Darby Communications and Julie Bacon for connecting us. 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 guess it started really young. As a kid my parents, all they had to do was put me in a room in the house for a punishment. I really liked the outdoors. I'd stand at the door and cry until I could go outside, so I started pretty young. I just enjoyed being outside. I grew up in the country, I enjoy playing in the forest. I mean, right off the bat, man I was an outdoor person. Things we talked about Blue Ridge Adventures Long Cane Trails Pisgah National Forest Biltmore Forest School Transylvania County Pisco stage race Bill Victor International Mountain Bike Association Advice, tips I think starting early, you know, I mean if you, if you feel the passion that you want to be in it, I mean get your hands dirty and get in the industry however you can. if you, if you stay focused on what you're doing, it'll all fall in place for you. Other Outdoor Activities Trail Run Show Shoe Rollerblade Favorite Books Trail Solutions: IMBA's Guide to Building Sweet Singletrack Best Gear Purchase under $100 Thermacell Insoles Connect with Todd Blue Ridge Adventures Long Cane Trails 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.