Day Fire Podcast

This week we talk with Jason Finnell, who was born and raised in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Jason is the mountain bike program director for the Schejola Foundation, and helps open mountain bike programs (with start up grants through the foundation of up to $25,000) for Boys & Girls Clubs across the Southeast. Jason’s hobbies include mountain biking, snowboarding, and Brazilian jiu-jitsu He has competed in numerous adventure races with his team Adventure Capitalists/BDAR with a division win at the ATOMIC 30 hour. Jason is a BJJ black belt, and is the owner of Veritas Brazilian jiu-jitsu in Dalton, Georgia. Thanks for listening! Find all our episodes at dayfirepodcast.com This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

This week we talk with Jim Markley, a Founding Partner of Sockwell Socks. Jim is an outdoor industry icon with over 4 decades of successful business experience. Hear his founders story, talk fabric, construction, design, recovery, travel and plantar fasciitis. For more information on the Sockwell story: sockwellusa.com Thanks for listening! Find all our episodes at dayfirepodcast.com This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

Dawson shares more stories and experiences from his trip out West! Thanks for listening! Find all our episodes at dayfirepodcast.com This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

This week we talk with Justin Shipp, founder and owner of Site Seven and ultimate van guru. We talk about vans, RV's, camper trucks and must have features when building out your van. Did you know Ford has a new all wheel drive Transit? Thanks for listening! Find all our episodes at dayfirepodcast.com This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

Clint checks in with Dawson to hear stories of his adventures out West. Thanks for listening! Find all our episodes at dayfirepodcast.com This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

This week we sat down with Casey Shaw. Casey is an Innovation Designer in the Outdoor Industry. He was also the former manager of the Forge; Patagonia's R&D Department. Casey was born and lived in Canada through college, where he studied physics. His passion for the mountains took him out on the road climbing rock and ice for a good long time. His experiences in the field had him asking questions such as,"why do you use this equipment" or "why do you dress like this" or "wonder if we were to do it this way?" Casey is a soft-spoken design force in the outdoor industry; many of us today enjoy better clothing and equipment because of his talents. Thanks for listening! Find all our episodes at dayfirepodcast.com This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

This week we catch up with Co-Host Dawson Wheeler on his extended ski trip. We will get a update on the first few ski resorts, what gear and clothing he took and how it is preforming. And finally life on the road. Thanks for listening! Find all our episodes at dayfirepodcast.com This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

This week we speak with Susan Donnelly. Susan is an ultra running life coach and blogger who overcame the high school coach who said she wasn't good enough and has 120 100 - mile races and three 200 - mile races over the last 20+ years. Her goal is to help runners discover whats possible for them in the running world. Thanks for listening! Find all our episodes at dayfirepodcast.com This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

This week we speak with Jennifer Pharr Davis: "In 2011, Jennifer covered the 2,185-mile Appalachian Trail in forty-six days, eleven hours, and twenty minutes, maintaining a remarkable average of forty-seven miles per day. By doing this, she claimed the overall (male or female) fastest known time on the “A.T.” and became the first woman to set the mark. Jennifer has also backpacked over 700 miles in her 2nd and 3rd Trimesters of Pregnancy, walked across the state of North Carolina while nursing her son, and set foot on a trail in all 50 states with her daughter. As a mother, she has also overseen substantial growth within Blue Ridge Hiking Company and elevated her career as a Speaker and Author. As such, she is a strong proponent for women receiving the support they need to excel in the outdoors and workplace. Jennifer has authored seven books, including her first book, "Becoming Odyssa," which has sold over 50,000 copies and her critcally acclaimed adventure narrative, "The Pursuit of Endurance." She has also

This week we talk with Mike Massey, who is a third generation retailer, owner of Massey's Outfitters, and the founder of locally.com. Locally was founded in 2014 in anticipation of changes in consumer behavior. Mike states, "we saw that shoppers were increasingly turning to internet-connected devices for decision making and that increasingly nearby stores, the brands they carry, and their on-hand inventory were invisible to shoppers. So we built a solution. Today, we help thousands of stores present their selection to nearby shoppers using ecommerce tactics and we provide users with novel last-mile fulfillment options like in-store pickup and same-day delivery." Thanks for listening! Find all our episodes at dayfirepodcast.com This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

This week we talk to Rob Robinson. Rob is referred to by some as "the father of Chattanooga Trad Climbing." Rob first began his climbing in Chattanooga, Tennessee in 1975. Since that time he has completed more than a 1,000 first or first free ascents throughout the region and beyond. His reputation for bold routes is legendary. Rob established three routes at the Tennessee Wall that has become known as the Triple Crown of Southern Roof Climbs, all located at the T-Wall; Celestial Mechanics 5.12c, Fists of Fury 5.12c and Hands Across America 5.12c. He is a Author of three guide books, a freelance writer and most importantly it can be said he put Chattanooga, Tennessee on the map as one of the top Climbing destinations in the United States. Rob is quick to credit his partners, friends and fellow like minded climbers who were a part of this historic period in Chattanooga Climbing. Sponsors: Rock/Creek Outfitters, Mtn View Auto Group and Site Seven Thanks for listening! Find all our episodes at dayfirepodcas

This week we talk with Jessica Klodnicki. Jessica is the Chief Marketing Officer at Skullcandy, the original lifestyle audio brand at the intersection of music and action sports based in Park City, UT. Her recent focus has been on brand foundational work on the company’s mission, vision, values and culture. Her interest was first peaked in the sports industry when she interned for the U.S. Olympic Bobsled and Skeleton Team at the Olympic Training Center in Lake Placid, NY. She has served on the board of directors of several non-profit organizations in the outdoor space as Founder of Girls Rock, women’s mountain bike organization, Vice Chairman of People for Bikes, and board member of Camber Outdoors (an organization focused on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in the outdoors). She currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Park City Chamber and Visitor’s Bureau. She was recognized as one of “50 Influential Women” in the cycling industry from Bicycle Retailer and Industry News in 2013 and receive

This week we talk with Andrew Kornylak, filmmaker and photographer. Andrew writes, "I was always into photography since I was a kid, and I come from a family of professional and amateur artists and photographers. From early on I was always into the outdoors and fascinated by adventure photographers of that time, especially those in National Geographic Magazine. Galen Rowell’s work really stood out, and there was a photographer that crossed genres, not only as a an adventure photographer but also doing in-depth stories. I went to school at the University of Chicago, which is where I learned to rock climb. in 1996 I graduated with a degree in mathematics and worked as a software developer, first in Atlanta, then in Arizona, before quitting my desk job and making a go at adventure photography, with climbing and people living the fringe climber lifestyle as my main focus. I ended up back in the South in 2003, and now I live in Chapel Hill, NC, with my wife and 3 kids. Today I mainly shoot magazine stories and doc

This week we have put together a compilation of short stories from 6 of our past podcasts. Story 1- Episode #10 with Bill Hodge, "Monkeys in the Forest" Story 2- Episode #35 with Ricky Gates and Fred Doss, "Squirrel, beers and dogs" Story 3- Episode #12 with Grace Ragland, "Coco Claims" Story 4- Episode #05 with Matt Sims, "Grand Teton" Story 5- Episode #11 with Ben Friberg, "Cuba and Tiger Sharks" Story 6- Episode #17 with Matt Tabor, "Hawks and Eagles" and "Wonder Wind" Enjoy! Thanks for listening! Find all our episodes at dayfirepodcast.com This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

We are very excited about this podcast! This is the third of three episodes with Bobby Fultcher and its on the music of the Cumberland Mountains. The longtime Tennessee State Parks Manager and historian of Tennessee folklore, Fulcher has received state awards, local recognition, and NOW, a National Heritage Fellowship!!!! — the nation's highest honor in folk and traditional arts. Follow along as we listen to a number of songs and learn about their history. This podcast is my all time favorite. So good! Thanks for listening! Find all our episodes at dayfirepodcast.com This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

This week we talk with Matt McLelland. Matt is a long time outdoor athlete. Matt bought a Sprinter Van two years ago and now you can't keep him out of it. Like all things that Matt pursues, he has become an expert and is highly knowledgeable about vans; and loves his toys! We talk van accessories, upgrades, toys and Christmas gifts. Thanks for listening! Find all our episodes at dayfirepodcast.com This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

This week we talk with SAWS Interim Director Meryl Harrell and Mason Boring a Wilderness and Outreach Specialist. Recently SAWS has expanded their operation into Arkansas's Ozark Mountains, which is the 8th state they are now working in. We talk tools, work, favorite areas and what the future holds for this rapidly growing Organization. For more information go to https://wildernessstewards.org Southern Appalachian Wilderness Stewards (SAWS) is a conservation non-profit dedicated to providing stewardship to protected public lands in the Southern Appalachian region, which includes areas in Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Virginia, West Virginia and Kentucky. Founded in 2010, SAWS serves as a resource for the federal agencies, supplementing existing stewardship efforts and providing support where there are none. In 2018, SAWS generated over 35,000 hours stewarding public lands, 39 seasonal jobs, and engaged over 100 unique volunteers. 2019 numbers are still coming in but estimated to be co

We are very excited about this podcast! This is the third of three episodes with Bobby Fultcher and its on the music of the Cumberland Mountains. The longtime Tennessee State Parks Manager and historian of Tennessee folklore, Fulcher has received state awards, local recognition, and NOW a National Heritage Fellowship!!!! — the nation's highest honor in folk and traditional arts. Follow along as we listen to a number of songs and learn about their history. This podcast is my all time favorite. So good! Thanks for listening! Find all our episodes at dayfirepodcast.com This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

This is Part 2 of our three Part series with Bobby Fulcher . Today, the History of the Cumberland Mountains. Step back in time as Bobby describes our history beginning way before the first settlers. "The Cumberland Trail is an ambitious hiking trail project under development in East Tennessee. When completed, the Cumberland Trail (CT) will extend more than 300 miles from its northern terminus in Cumberland Gap National Historical Park (TN/KY) to its southern terminus at the Chickamauga-Chattanooga National Military Park located on Signal Mountain just outside Chattanooga, Tennessee. As of November 2019 over 210 miles of the trail are open for hiking. And work continues. Another 17 miles are complete but not open. These sections are waiting for bridges, final parking arrangements, signage or official opening dates. Estimated completion date for all trail segments on currently owned state land is late 2021. The scenic footpath follows a line of high ridges and deep gorges along or near the rugged, eastern ed

Today we sit down with Crisler Torrence, a professional outdoor guide and the director of Rock/Creek Adventures’ brand new guide service. Two days after graduating high school, Crisler followed his love of adventure to Tennessee to work as an Ocoee raft guide. Fast-forward two decades and he’s led commercial hiking, biking and paddling trips all over the country, adding Botanist and Wilderness First Responder to his resumé along the way. Tune in to hear Crisler talk about his experiences working as a guide and how he plans to introduce visitors to Chattanooga’s great outdoors. Thanks for listening! Find all our episodes at dayfirepodcast.com This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm