UpaCreekwithNeil
From a flooded logging town beneath a hydroelectric dam to summits of the world’s highest peaks, Up a Creek with Neil brings you real stories from people who’ve lived boldly.
Hosted by Neil Amondson—a former high-climber, legislator, and global wanderer—this podcast dives into life’s turning points, unexpected adventures, and the wisdom that comes from experience.
You’ll hear from guests who’ve topped Everest, rebuilt after loss, and found meaning in places most never go.
Family-friendly, unfiltered, and rich with grit and humor—this is real life, well told.
UpaCreekwithNeil
Season 1, Episode 7 - "Farming, Fun, and Frontier Grit" with Dennis Duncan
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Dennis Duncan is the embodiment of small-town Alberta grit — a farmer,
businessman, and storyteller whose laughter carries farther than a prairie horizon.
From the fields of Bentley, Alberta, to the pickleball courts and friendships of Outdoor Resort Palm Springs (ORPS), Dennis has lived a life rooted in hard work, faith, and family. A second-generation farmer, Dennis has seen the changing face of agriculture up close — from the sweat-and-iron days of machinery repair to the digital precision of modern farm management. Yet through every season, his values have stayed the same: take care of your neighbors, fix what’s broken, and never lose your sense of humor. Known at ORPS for his quick wit, warm hospitality, and down-to-earth wisdom, Dennis brings the same balance of humility and confidence to every conversation. His story reminds listeners that no matter where life takes you — from the barnyard to the desert — true success is found in staying grounded and grateful. “You can’t grow much without getting your hands dirty.”
