200: Richard Bangs- Keeping the Quest for Adventure Alive

I'm excited and honored to have Richard Bangs on episode 200 today. Not only is this a milestone for the podcast but I had a great time catching up with Richard. One of the founders of the Adventure Travel Industry Richard has racked up first descents and numerous other adventures around the world. He is an author, television personality and we talk about those early days on the Omo River, the founding of Sobek and some innovative new projects he's working on. Facebook Twitter Instagram   The Outdoor Biz Podcast   Please give us a rating and review HERE   Show Notes Introduction to the Outdoors I grew up on the East coast outside of Washington DC and it's not that far from a number of really profound wilderness experiences. Practically in my backyard was the Potomac River and that's really where I got started on rivers. I used to, to raft down the great falls section of the Potomac, which is a wild section in a canoe there. And then not much further, you get to add the Shenandoah's and the Appalachians and the Blue Ridge mountains. So we used to go climbing, hiking, caving. We did a lot of spelunking. So almost every weekend when I was in high school, we would take off with a group of friends we would explore the remote offerings of the region and had a blast every time. Things we talked about Richard Bangs- Keep The Quest Alive Adventures With A Purpose Richard Bangs Books Mountain Travel Sobek The Canoe Cruisers Association Ted Hatch John Yost George Went Oars The Explorers Club in New York Mungo Park Expedia Steller App Other Outdoor Activities Biking Hiking Advice I would say find your passion, right? Because I know that there are many circumstances where it doesn't work out, but sometimes it does. And if the passion is strong enough you become enterprising enough to try to figure out how to do it. We were constantly, constantly challenged with how to get around the next bend, you know, as a company, um, as a guide, you know, from rivers to the boardroom. You had to navigate all the bends. If you believe in what you're pursuing enough, you figure out a way. And that's what we did. Favorite Books/Podcasts Horizon by Jerry Lopez King Solomon's Mines by H. Rider Haggard Favorite Outdoor Gear under $100 Moleskines Connect with Richard [email protected]   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.