Wild Ideas Worth Living

Robin Pacquing is a seasoned surfer based near Toronto, Canada, who has spent nearly two decades mastering the waves of the Great Lakes. Braving frigid temperatures and unpredictable swells, she’s become an expert in navigating one of the most unconventional surf scenes in the world.  Robin is also the founder of Lake Surfistas, a grassroots organization that connects and supports women of all abilities who surf, SUP, and SUP surf on the Great Lakes. Connect with Robin:  * Website  [https://www.lakesurfistas.org/robin-pacquing] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/robinsue/] * Lake Surfistas  [https://www.lakesurfistas.org/] Thank you to our sponsors:  * Capital One and the REI Co-op® Mastercard®  [https://www.rei.com/membership/mastercard?trackingId=podcast] * Terns [https://terns.com/] — used code “WILD” at checkout to receive 25% off your first order.

Earlier this summer, host Shelby Stanger recorded a live episode of Wild Ideas Worth Living with Alex Honnold at the Outside Festival in Denver, Colorado. Alex is one of the most well-known climbers in the world, best known for his free solo climb of El Capitan— the 3,000-foot vertical wall of granite in Yosemite National Park. In this conversation, Shelby talks to Alex about the projects he’s chasing now, how parenthood has shifted his relationship with adventure, and what his approach to free soloing looks like today. Connect with Alex:  * Website [https://www.alexhonnold.com/] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/alexhonnold/?hl=en] * Honnold Foundation [https://www.honnoldfoundation.org/#mission] If you enjoyed this episode listen to Making Art as a Couple With Jimmy Chin and Chai Vasarhelyi [https://www.rei.com/blog/podcasts/making-art-as-a-couple-with-jimmy-chin-and-chai-vasarhelyi] Thank you to our sponsors:  * Capital One and the REI Co-op® Mastercard®  [https://www.rei.com/membership/mastercard?trackingId=podcast] * Benchmade [https://www.rei.com/b/benchmade/c/all]

Welcome to the Wild Ideas Worth Living Summer Camp Series! In these bonus episodes, we’re exploring camping beyond the traditional tent—from bikepacking and packrafting to camping with kids and dispersed car camping. Felicia Fullwood is an adventure photographer and van lifer who left her corporate career to embrace the freedom of dispersed camping (also known as wild camping) and life on the road. Since her first wild camping trip to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, she’s built a thriving platform as a content creator, blogger, and outdoor enthusiast. On YouTube and Instagram, Felicia shares practical advice and inspiration for fellow travelers navigating van life and off-grid camping. Connect with Felicia:  * Website [https://feliciafullwood.com/] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/felicia_fullwood/?hl=en] * YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@feliciafullwood] Gear & Apparel Mentioned:  * Mountain Bike  [https://www.rei.com/c/mountain-bikes] * Paddle Board  [https://www.rei.com/c/paddleboards] * Ooni pizza Oven [https://www.rei.com/c/camp-ovens] * Bucket Toilet  [https://www.rei.com/c/camp-toilets] * Garmin InReach Mini [https://www.rei.com/c/satellite-communicators] * The Public Lands app [https://apps.apple.com/us/app/us-public-lands/id723185418] * onX Offroad is the app [https://apps.apple.com/us/app/onx-offroad-trail-maps-gps/id1475112177] Thank you to our sponsors:  * Capital One and the REI Co-op® Mastercard®  [https://www.rei.com/membership/mastercard?trackingId=podcast]

Adam Pawlikiewicz Mesa is an endurance mountain athlete and bikepacker who has explored remote regions across Latin America and the U.S. After graduating college, he turned down a financial consulting career to pursue a transformative journey on two wheels. Now a full-time athlete and visual storyteller, Adam documents his adventures through Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil, capturing the landscapes, cultures, and people he encounters. His work blends endurance travel with powerful storytelling that inspires connection and exploration. Connect with Adam:  * Website  [https://www.adampawlikiewicz.com/] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/adamonthego] Photo credit: Leonardo Brasil [https://www.instagram.com/leobrasil.photo/?hl=en] Thank you to our sponsors:  * Capital One and the REI Co-op® Mastercard®  [https://www.rei.com/membership/mastercard?trackingId=podcast] * Benchmade [https://www.rei.com/b/benchmade/c/all]

Welcome to the Wild Ideas Worth Living Summer Camp Series! In these bonus episodes, we’re exploring camping beyond the traditional tent—from bikepacking and packrafting to camping with kids and dispersed car camping. Kevin Frias is a cyclist and bikepacker who's taken on multi-day adventures through deserts, mountains, and everything in between. Whether he's navigating gnarly weather or unexpected setbacks, Kevin brings a steady optimism to the ride. His motto? A good map and a good attitude can take you a long way. In this episode, Kevin breaks down the essentials of bikepacking—from planning your first trip to the gear he trusts most on the trail. Connect with Kevin:  * Instagram  [https://www.instagram.com/kevdoesinsta/?hl=en] * YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFXKQnj73kqse7HC2m3Upow] Gear & Apparel Mentioned:  * Gravel Bikes [https://www.rei.com/c/gravel-bikes] * Mountain Bikes [https://www.rei.com/c/mountain-bikes?ir=category%3Ahardtail-mountain-bikes&page=1&r=category%3Acycling%7Cbikes%7Cmountain-bikes&server=c9r%3Aprod] * Backpacking Tents [https://www.rei.com/c/backpacking-tents] * Hammock tent [https://www.rei.com/c/hammock-tents] * Daypacks [https://www.rei.com/c/day-packs] * Panniers [https://www.rei.com/c/bike-trunk-bags] * Jetboil [https://www.rei.com/b/jetboil/c/all] * Dry Bags [https://www.rei.com/c/roll-top-dry-bags] * Zpacks Tent & Sleeping Quilt [https://zpacks.com/?srsltid=AfmBOooJSgbzhH_dYosPZ3yheGiFKLWHuju920rKTeL6aUGy41fzwMji] * NEMO Tensor Sleeping Pad [https://www.rei.com/b/nemo/c/sleeping-pads] * Katadyn BeFree Water Filter [https://www.rei.com/b/katadyn/c/water-bottles] * Sleeping Bag Liner [https://www.rei.com/c/sleeping-bag-liners] * Bike Patch Kit [https://www.rei.com/c/bike-tube-patch-kits] * Bike tools [https://www.rei.com/c/bike-tools-and-maintenance?ir=category%3Abike-tools&page=1&r=category%3Acycling%7Cbike-accessories%7Cbike-tools-and-maintenance&server=c9r%3Aprod] Check out this Bikepacking Checklist [https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/bikepacking-checklist.html]! Thank you to our sponsors:  * Capital One and the REI Co-op® Mastercard®  [https://www.rei.com/membership/mastercard?trackingId=podcast]