EPISODE · Nov 9, 2025 · 24 MIN
60 Minutes to Survive: Inside the Pacific Northwest Survival Games: Bonus | E193
from The CRUX: True Survival Stories · host Bleav + Kaycee McIntosh + Julie Henningsen
In this episode of The Crux True Survival Stories, host Kaycee McIntosh chats with Tony Peniche, one of the founders of the Pacific Northwest Survival Games. They discuss the intense challenges of wilderness survival, the adrenaline-filled competition, and exciting updates about expanding the games nationally. Tony shares insights from his recent trip to New Mexico and plans to team up with Scouting America for a broader rollout. Kaycee also reflects on her own experiences in the competition, including the need for bushcraft skills, the camaraderie built through shared challenges, and tips for future contestants. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:10 Overview of the Pacific Northwest Survival Games 01:18 Tony Peniche's Exciting News 04:28 Challenges and Experiences in the Survival Games 05:55 Personal Reflections and Lessons Learned 10:23 Future Plans and Opportunities 23:13 Final Thoughts and Farewell https://www.pnwsurvivalgames.com/ Instagram: @pnwsurvivalgames Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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The Pacific Northwest Survival Games are going national! In this special episode, Kaycee sits down with founder Tony Peniche to discuss the upcoming partnership with Scouting America that could bring survival competitions to 250+ councils across the country. Kaycee also shares her experience competing in this year's games—the adrenaline, the mistakes, the unexpected friendships, and the valuable skills she learned in just 60 minutes per challenge. We talk about everything from shelter building with Oregon hardwood to throwing atlatls (ancient spear-throwing tools used by early humans for hunting), creative camouflage strategies, and how future competitors can prepare for the ultimate outdoor challenge.
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60 Minutes to Survive: Inside the Pacific Northwest Survival Games: Bonus | E193
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