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The Outdoor Evolution Podcast

The Outdoor Evolution Podcast

By: Outdoor Evolution Media
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Summary

Nic "Darwin" Rakestraw is joined by rotating co-hosts on a podcast that seeks to go beyond the usual conversations in the outdoor community. As more people turn to hiking, cycling, van-life and the outdoors - making use of public lands and Mother Nature - the questions we ask ourselves as a community need to move beyond the surface level. The Outdoor Evolution Podcast is all about the current, difficult and important discussions in the outdoor community.

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Episodes
  • 39: The Harsh Truth About Cottage Gear Companies

    39: The Harsh Truth About Cottage Gear Companies
    Mar 9 2026

    In this episode, Darwin sits down with the owner of UGQ, Chad Houghton, to discuss the Pros and Cons of owning and operating a small cottage outdoor gear company. Why is it more expensive? How do you compete with "big box" brands? Why make things domestically VS overseas? Where does "real" value come from when you choose who to buy from? Is it worth it?

    This Episode Sponsored By: Kineon
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    Get early access to episodes, other podcasts, and exclusive content, by joining & supporting me on Patreon.

    Go to Darwinonthetrail.com to keep up to date with all of my new films, videos, and projects.

    Follow Me on Instagram @Darwin_onthetrail
    Email us at theoutdoorevolution@gmail.com
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    2 hrs and 1 min
  • 38: When All Goes Wrong In The Alaskan Wilderness

    38: When All Goes Wrong In The Alaskan Wilderness
    Jan 26 2026

    In this episode, Darwin sits down with his Alaska hiking Partner Jonathan to do a Deep Dive on Everything that went wrong during the first 8 days of their summer Thru-Hike in the Alaskan Wilderness.

    This Episode Sponsored By: onX Backcountry
    Get 60% off my favorite Backcountry Navigation App by following This Link


    Get early access to episodes, other podcasts, and exclusive content, by joining & supporting me on Patreon.

    Go to Darwinonthetrail.com to keep up to date with all of my new films, videos, and projects.

    Follow Me on Instagram @Darwin_onthetrail
    Email us at theoutdoorevolution@gmail.com
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • 37: Canada to Mexico... AGAIN!

    37: Canada to Mexico... AGAIN!
    Dec 29 2025

    In this episode, Darwin announces his BIG Adventure Plans for 2026! A return to The Continental Divide 5 years later? YEP, but this time around he's doing it totally different!

    This Episode Sponsored By: onX Backcountry
    Get 60% off my favorite Backcountry Navigation App by following This Link


    Get early access to episodes, other podcasts, and exclusive content, by joining & supporting me on Patreon.

    Go to Darwinonthetrail.com to keep up to date with all of my new films, videos, and projects.

    Follow Me on Instagram @Darwin_onthetrail
    Email us at theoutdoorevolution@gmail.com
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    22 mins
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