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In this collection of original stories, highly acclaimed novelist and outdoor writer William Tapply shares his finest stories of bird hunting in the Northeast country. Every season for over 30 years, Tapply has hunted the fields and backcountry of New England. Tapply’s warmth and knack for evoking the subtle, telling details of the places and hunts that he loves will stir a new appreciation and excitement in every listener. With his dog Burt, Tapply takes the listener out to his best spots.

A hilarious travel memoir about a man who moved with his wife, three kids, and two pets onto a forty-six-foot sailboat for a year. He expected it to be a yearlong version of Margaritaville, but what he got was shipwrecks, bad directions, hygiene calamities, and pirate attacks (sort of). Perfect...

Raw Dog: The Naked Truth About Hot Dogs is part investigation into the cultural and culinary significance of hot dogs and part travelogue documenting a cross-country road trip researching them as they’re served today. From avocado and spice in the West to ass-shattering chili in the East to an entire salad on a slice of meat in Chicago, Loftus, her pets, and her ex eat their way across the country during the strange summer of 2021. It’s a brief window into the year between waves of a plague that the American government has the resources to temper, but not the interest.

This true story tells of one family’s hilarious journey through Australia’s rugged Outback countryside. The intrepid adventurers work their way through numerous mishaps, including an ill-advised river-crossing and an inappropriately packed roof rack. They also engage in some truly horrible singing.

Unrelenting winds, carnivorous polar bears, snake nests, sweltering heat, and constant hunger. Paddling from Minneapolis to Hudson Bay, following the 2,000-mile route made famous by Eric Sevareid in his 1935 classic Canoeing with the Cree, Natalie Warren and Ann Raiho faced unexpected trials, some harrowing, some simply odd. Warren's spellbinding account retraces the women's journey from inspiration to Arctic waters, giving listeners an insider view of planning a three-month canoe expedition to the successful accomplishment of the adventure of a lifetime.

To this end, he hatches an ambitious plan to take the old man on a three-month long circumnavigation of the Caribbean Sea. This will be no luxury cruise though; a modest budget demands catching long-distance buses, sleeping in hostels, and eating street food—not exactly your average holiday for a 72-year-old. Fortunately, Peter is game for anything.

Once upon a time, there was a family: Divya Dugar, her partner Olivier, their tiny hooman Marius, and their three rescue streeties-Tigress, Marcopolo and Pari. They lived in Delhi. And they wanted to go to other places. So they booked a first-class coupe with the Indian Railways that allowed...

On the cusp of turning 65, a man and his beloved rescue dog of similar vintage take a poignant, often bemusing, and keenly observed journey across America and discover a big-hearted, welcoming country filled with memorable characters, a newfound appreciation for the life they temporarily left behind, and a determination to live more fully in the moment as old age looms.

Helen Olson and her husband, Elmer, retired in their late forties to sail the Pacific Ocean and Oceania from 1979-1989 on a fifty-foot yacht they built themselves. "Sailing Elysium" is a personal account of that ten-year adventure, as they immersed themselves in the cultures and traditions of the local people, venturing to twenty-seven major stay-overs in twenty-one countries.

In a country where dogs wear designer raincoats, attend therapy sessions, and sometimes enjoy better healthcare than humans, one outsider embarks on a state-by-state journey through America’s canine obsession. From Alabama’s truck-riding hounds to Washington D.C.’s politically connected pups, this satirical travelogue explores a nation where dogs aren’t just pets—they’re privileged citizens with Instagram accounts, artisanal diets, and bedrooms in houses they didn’t help pay for.

“All the world's a park, and all the dogs merely players...” Step into a world where muddy paws meet noble purpose and tangled leashes lead to unexpected wisdom. This riotous romp through rain-soaked trails and tail-wagging chaos captures the poetry, hilarity, and heart of life behind the leash. From canine capers to moments of quiet grace, Tails from the Trail is a celebration of joy, resilience, and the four-legged companions who teach us how to truly walk through life.

Street Dogs and Monkeys is your passport to global exploration through candid conversations. Join host Shannon Lichti, owner of Limitless Planet, on a journey to delve into the heart of diverse cultures around the world. Together, we'll discover beauty, unpack challenges, and explore the spirit of humanity. This podcast seeks to foster empathy and connection, one story at a time. As this show contains some potentially sensitive material, it's recommended for mature listeners.

With over ONE MILLION followers on social media, we aim to "Make Rescues The Breed Of Choice" by showing how rescuing an animal and traveling can change YOUR life! We sold our home, bought an RV and embarked on an adventure of a lifetime! 48 states, 48 rescues in one year! Now we can't stop full-time travel four years later! Learn about the places we visit and the people and rescues across the country making a difference!

Wimberley Dog Sitting FAQ was created to bring you the answers you need when deciding who cares for your pet when you need to leave town. Wimberley Dog Sitting is a family owned and operated pet sitting company located in Wimberley, Texas. Offering both in home pet sitting and boarding they strive to cover all of your needs so you can travel without having to worry about your furry friends! For more information go to wimberleydogsitting.com or text Wimberley Dog Sitting at (541) 538 - 8493. Brought to you by Wimberley.Info

Your homo/negro report from Iceland. Join Jonas and Lydia, two Texan-Americans living in Iceland, as they crack wise about what they find noteworthy about their adopted country. From gobbling pickled ram’s testicles and public pooping to social commentary and tips for visitors (what’s that lurking at the bottom of the Blue Lagoon? Nothing, but there totally used to be). Get to know Iceland—the good, the bad and the sheepy—with Jonas and Lydia.

Where-to, how-to and when-to bird hunting advice on pheasant, partridge, ruffed grouse, sharptails, prairie chickens and quail, Host Randy Shepard has bird hunted from Oregon to Wisconsin to New Mexico and Arizona. He's taken 15 different combination limits and four different double limits of upland birds across the mid-west. He's never hired a guide, leased land, hunted as a guest or engaged in a swap hunt, while in pursuit of dual limits. All self-made, self-planned hunts, on public (and a little bit of private) land. My Dog Hunts, isn’t your typical upland bird hunting podcast. You won...

Wir träumen doch alle hin und wieder von faulen Tagen am Strand, schönen Wanderungen in den Bergen oder einem aufregenden Städtetrip. Die Fellnase muss natürlich mit. Der Planet Dog Podcast über das Reisen mit Hund begleitet dich mit: - Inspirierenden Ideen für wunderschöne Urlaubsorte. - Genialen Tipps zur entspannten Reiseplanung. - Unterhaltsamen Erfahrungsberichten. - Spannenden Interviews mit reiselustigen Mensch-Hund-Teams. Lass dich im Planet Dog Podcast von Maria und ihrer Terrier-Mix-Hündin Kika mit in den Urlaub nehmen.

Are you a dog lover who also loves to travel but are unsure about the best places to take your dog? Join hosts and dog-loving travel junkies, Kristi Von and Josh Henry, as they share travel tips and visit dog-friendly establishments across the country.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/have-dog-will-travel-pet-life-radio-original--6671010/support.

You are sure to laugh when a Nevada housewife, struggling through her own midlife crisis, shares her experiences while teaching in China. Through a plentitude of cultural nuances and interesting characters, Salyer details her touching and provocative journey leading to a greater appreciation for everything American. Whether you desire to teach abroad, make a life change or merely satisfy your own curiosity, this story is filled with the truths of one woman's journey and teaching experience abroad.