Outdoor Adventure Series
The Outdoor Adventure Series is an award-winning podcast produced by Fox Coaching, Inc. It celebrates individuals, families, entrepreneurs, and organizations that seek out and promote the exploration, conservation, stewardship, access, and enjoyment of the outdoors. We are also profoundly interested in the connection between Nature and mental Health.
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RADIO/PODCAST Excellence in Craft Awards from the Outdoor Writers Association of America (OWAA):
2024 CONSERVATION or NATURE (Sponsored by The Pew Charitable Trusts)
- Second Place: Protecting Coastlines and Waterways: Dr. Chad Nelsen on the Surfrider Foundation’s Mission.
2024 FAMILY PARTICIPATION/YOUTH OUTDOOR EDUCATION
- Third Place: Jackie McGonigal – Artful Adventures: Kayaking, Painting, and Connecting with Nature at the Orange Beach Wind and Water Learning Center
2023 - FAMILY PARTICIPATION/YOUTH OUTDOOR EDUCATION
(Sponsored by Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation)
- Second Place: Jeff Gray, Superintendent at the Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary.
- Third Place: Tracy Hajduk, National Education Coordinator for the NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries.
2022 CONSERVATION or NATURE
(Sponsored by Pew Charitable Trusts)
- First Place: Kris Millgate, Outdoor Journalist
- Third Place: Matthew Dickerson, Outdoor Enthusiast
2022 FAMILY PARTICIPATION/YOUTH OUTDOOR EDUCATION
(Sponsored by Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation)
2022 OUTDOOR FUN & ADVENTURE
- First Place: Travis Puglisi – Wandering Mojave Hiking Services
2022 PRESIDENT’S CHOICE AWARDS
- Isabelle (Izzy) Edwards: Wildlife and Nature Photographer, Artist, and Conservationist
Episodes
325 episodes
Liberty Sculpture Park: The Pursuit of Liberty and Freedom Through Stories and Art
Liberty Sculpture Park - Welcome back to the Outdoor Adventure Series! In this episode, Howard Fox travels to Newberry Springs, California, to celebrate the Route 66 centennial and brings listeners an inspiring conversation right from th...
Classic Cars and Community: 11th Annual Williams Route 66 Car Show
Welcome back to the Outdoor Adventure Series podcast! In today’s episode, host Howard Fox sits down with Judith Sell, the director of the American Legion Historic Route 66 Car Show in Williams, Arizona. As the town gears up to celebrate the cen...
Curate Your Life: Adventures in Hiking & Global House Sitting
Welcome to another episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series! We're chatting with Belinda Coker—a seasoned hiker, writer, educator, and global house sitter who currently calls Scotland home. After taking early retirement and leaving the corporate...
Coral Vita – Mission-based, For-profit Coral Reef Restoration on a Global Scale
Sam Teicher, co-founder and Chief Reef Officer of Coral Vita, a pioneering U.S.-based company on a mission to restore our planet’s degraded coral reefs, joins us on the Outdoor Adventure Series today. Coral Vita employs scalable, land-based cor...
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Is That an Aga? Birding, Storytelling, and Sustainability on the Mariana Islands
Welcome back to the Outdoor Adventure Series! In this episode, Howard Fox sits down with Emily Louina Cook—author, artist, and environmental educator—to celebrate the launch of her new illustrated children’s book, "Is That an Åga?" ...
Travel North Tahoe Nevada: Outdoor Adventures, Community, and Conservation
Welcome to the Outdoor Adventure Series podcast! In this episode, we're chatting with Andy Chapman, President and CEO of Travel North Tahoe, Nevada. As part of our special series with the Reno Tahoe Territory, An...
Newberry Springs Stories: Friendship and Freedom, Rescuing Animals and Riding Trails
Welcome to the Outdoor Adventure Series! In today’s episode, we’re wrapping up our Newberry Springs journey with a visit to the stunning RJB Ranch. chats with Jean Bredelis, longtime ranch owner and horse lover, and Diane Yoder Bubier, equestri...
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Route 66 Adventures: The Story of Thrift~N~More in Yermo, CA
Welcome to another episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series! Join Howard Fox as he takes us on a unique adventure through Yermo, California, just off the famous Route 66 (aka The National Trails Hwy). Today, we're stepping inside Thrift~N~More—a...
Bataar Camp: Authentic Mongolian Yurt Experience in Newberry Springs
Welcome to the Outdoor Adventure Series podcast! In this episode, we're back in Newberry Springs, California, to explore a unique cultural oasis just off the historic Route 66—the Bataar Camp. Joined by Umba Go, the founder of this Mongolian Yu...
Newberry Springs Development: Off-Grid Living and Container Home Innovation on Route 66
Newberry Springs Development: Off-Grid Living and Container Home Innovation on Route 66Welcome to the Outdoor Adventure Series! In today’s episode, Howard sits down in Newberry Springs with Steve Hamilton, a ...
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Newberry Springs History: Origin and Community Impact of the Miss Route 66 Pageant
Welcome to the Outdoor Adventure Series podcast! In today’s episode, Howard sits down with Kristine Watson, the Queen Mother behind the National Route 66 Pageant, right from her home in Newberry Springs, California. Together, they explore the s...
Newberry Springs Historical Tourism: Family Legacy, The Mojave Trail, Camp Cady, and the Trek to LA
Welcome to the Outdoor Adventure Series podcast. In this special episode, Howard Fox sits down with John Burrill, a new full-time resident whose family has a long-time history in the Newberry Springs area, nestled in the heart of the Mojave Des...
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Newberry Springs Chamber: Festivals and Community on Route 66
Welcome back to the Outdoor Adventure Series podcast. We're back at the Newberry Springs Senior / Family Center—home to the Newberry Springs Chamber of Commerce, and chatting with Ronnie Shaw, Director, and Karla Claus, Vice President, of the C...
The Magic of Newberry Springs: The Senior & Family Center, and the Drifting Sands Cafe
The Magic of Newberry Springs: The Senior & Family Center, and the Drifting Sands CafeWelcome to the Outdoor Adventure Series podcast! In today’s episode, we're recording from the heart of the community at the Newberr...
Newberry Springs’ History Uncovered: Mrs. Orcutt's Desert Homestead
Welcome to another episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series! In today’s show, we're immersed in the fascinating history of Newberry Springs with community leaders from the Newberry Springs Economic Development Association - Historical Committee,...
Newberry Springs Route 66 Centennial: Historic Preservation and Geocaching Adventures
Welcome to the Outdoor Adventure Series! In today’s episode, we're joined by local community leader, Brian Fisher—affectionately known as Mr. Geocache—to explore the hidden stories and adventures of Newberry Springs, California.Tune in ...
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Birding to Change the World: Warner Park, Wetlands, and Social Justice
Welcome to another episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series! Today, we're chatting with Dr. Trish O'Kane, an environmental educator, action researcher, and author of the inspiring memoir,
Celebrating Route 66 Centennial and Community Spirit in Newberry Springs
On this episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series, we're continuing our series with Newberry Springs, California, a unique community nestled along the historic Route 66. We're speaking with locals and community leaders like Ton Forbes...
The Barn in Newberry Springs: A Gathering Place to Celebrate History and Community Spirit
Welcome back to the Outdoor Adventure Series! In this special episode, we're visiting the iconic Barn in Newberry Springs, California, for a heartfelt conversation with Renee Kaminski, owner of The Barn and president of the Newberry Springs Cha...
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Navigating the World Alcohol-Free: Sober Travel Tips From an Outdoor Enthusiast
Welcome to the Outdoor Adventure Series podcast! In this episode, we're chatting with travel writer, outdoor enthusiast, and author Teresa Bergen. Teresa, a longtime sober traveler and advocate, shares her passion for exploring the world alcoho...
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Revitalizing Newberry Springs: Community Passion on Route 66
Welcome back to another segment of the Outdoor Adventure Series! In this special episode, host Howard Fox sets the scene in the stunning landscapes of Newberry Springs as the sun sets over the desert. We're joined by Community Leaders and offic...
The People You Meet: A Southeast Asia Memoir by Melissa Rodway
Welcome back to another episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series! In today’s conversation, we're chatting with travel writer Melissa Rodway, author of the memoir “The People You Meet: Luxury, Leeches, Love, and Lao Lao." Tune in as Melissa share...
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The Bougie Relocation Blueprint: Building a Global Life Abroad With Sable Ryan
The Outdoor Adventure Series welcomes Sable Ryan, relocation and lifestyle strategist and founder of Your Elevated Experiences. Sable shares her inspiring story of embracing bold lifestyle transitions—how a pivotal career shift led her to leave...
Desert to Oasis on the Mother Road: Keller Horton’s Permaculture Vision in Newberry Springs
Welcome to another episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series. We're continuing on our journey through the Newberry Springs area of California—specifically, right into the heart of a thriving pistachio grove. Our guest is Dr. Keller Horton, ...
Ascending America: Adventure, Advocacy, and Peaks—Matt Harmody’s Mission to Inspire Living Kidney Donation
Welcome back to the Outdoor Adventure Series! In today’s episode, host Howard Fox sits down with Dr. Matt Harmody, a retired ER physician, mountaineer, endurance athlete, and author of Ascending America. Together, they delve into Dr. Harmody’s ...
