David Kooharian

Artist, former teacher and rehab counselor living on Cape Cod who helped found The Wanderers; led multi-year outdoor adventure programs for teens focusing on hiking, backpacking, climbing and travel that fostered community and life skills.

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Oct 8, 2025 • 1h

Ep. 1126: Building Community, Adventures with Teens - David Kooharian

David Kooharian, an artist and former educator, discusses his inspiring journey in building community through outdoor adventures with teens. He shares thrilling stories, including stormy hikes on Grandfather Mountain and memorable blizzards on the Appalachian Trail. David highlights the importance of unplugging from technology, teaching practical skills through urban scavenger hunts, and empowering teens to lead during trips. He emphasizes the lasting bonds formed through shared adventures while offering tips for starting similar community groups.

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