#160 - Master Your Craft with Bill Stoker

Bill Stoker is a retired Army Veteran with a passion for teaching others how to master the art of fieldcraft and land navigation.  In this episode, Bill joins the podcast for a deep dive into how to gain the correct mindset and perspective when in the field, the importance of situational awareness, and how his childhood years impacted how he views the world today.Show Notes and LinksGetting to know BillHow Bill got into land nav and fieldcraftThe importance of changing perspectiveHow complacency presents itselfWhat land navigation students struggle with the mostDigital vs. analog navigationWhat causes distrust in equipment How to teach Situational AwarenessBill’s childhood yearsAudience response to deeper discussionsBarriers or excuses?The importance of friction pointsHow the outdoors has changed over time The “do nothing” outdoor challengeWhat’s next for Bill in retirementHow to follow up with Billwww.youtube.com/stokermaticwww.stokermatic.comhttps://www.instagram.com/stokercraftText the show!Outdoor VitalsOutdoor Vitals creates high-performance ultralight backpacking gear.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThanks for tuning in!  Check out the links below to learn more, connect, and support the show.www.byland.coJoin my NON-SPAM newsletterLeave a [email protected]