Dustin Paul: North Umpqua Outfitters | Ep 14

Watch with video on ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠!North Umpqua OutfittersWarrior ImpactSawyer Paddles & OarsIn this episode of the Sawyer On-Water Podcast, Zac and Dustin discuss the life of river guides and the impact of outdoor experiences on veterans. They explore Dustin's journey from guiding to owning an outfitting company, the challenges faced in the industry, and the importance of community outreach and veteran programs. The conversation also highlights memorable river stories and the significance of building relationships with your community.Chapters00:00 Welcome to the Sawyer On-Water Podcast00:55 Dustin's Journey into Guiding and Veteran Programs04:51 Veterans River Programs09:32 Life-changing Impacts of the River14:55 Transitioning from Guide to Outfitter Owner18:25 River Logistics and Guest Expectations22:51 Embracing Change & The Challenges of River Trips27:00 Building Community and Relationships in Outfitting 30:19 What it takes to be an Outfitter36:01 Memorable River Experiences42:05 See you on the Water!43:53 Intro to Rapid Questions44:40 Rapid Rapid Questions