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Justin chats with Rich Keegan, High 5 Trainer, about his start in adventure programming, his great work with Dylan's Wings of Change and his love of our Executive Director, Jim Grout.

Mistakes can occur in the work that we do and these can result in many different outcomes ranging from the more common; not meeting a group's needs, to the hopefully rare; physical injury. The Training team (Phil, Chris, Lisa and Jim) discuss mistakes they have made (real and/or perceived) in their careers and the significance of making them. This question is a follow up from a previous episode; Tinker Talk - How We Learn Our Craft.

Alicia talks with Phil about making Summer Camp a full-time career, the benefits of professional training and tiny tiny pocket horses. Learn more about Fernwood Cove here: www.fernwoodcove.com

Warm weather months often result in our calendars filling with programming which can lead to staff having low energy. The Training team (Phil, Chris, Lisa and Jim) talk about how they manage their energy levels during the busy training seasons and when the weather may not cooperate.

Mark shares with Phil his story about the transformative power of experiential learning, his thoughts about the future of the industry and how ducks have the ability to detect vegans. www.playmeo.com

Phil Brown, High 5 Lead Trainer, gives 3 tips that could improve your belaying.

Ian talks to Phil about the joy of designing challenge courses, having a strong work ethic and eating too much Fish & Chips on the road.

The team answer the question - "What has been the method by which you have most learned your facilitation techniques?"

Pam talks to Phil about the joys of living in Vermont, a challenging air travel experience and the Great British Baking Show

Phil talks to guest hosts, Jamie and Rich, about his start in Adventure Education, Branston Pickle sandwiches, and announces an artistic opportunity to win some High 5 products.