The Dirtbag Diaries

After years of turning to nature for relief from his inner turmoil, Andrew Shults finally reached his breaking point and faced it head-on. This decision forced him to reckon with identity, spirituality, and relationship to the outdoors.Support comes fromPatagoniaAthletic GreensKuat RacksRumplWant more episodes? Join Dirtbag Diaries+ today

A young man hungry to learn how to recreate in the mountains, and a veteran guide leading the NOLS course in the Waddington Range of British Columbia. Their recollections of the trip, the challenges they face and the moments they find memorable, do not always line up. Support comes fromPatagoniaAthletic GreensKuat RacksRumpl  Want more episodes? Join Dirtbag Diaries+ today

How has being an adaptive athlete changed and evolved over the years? Fitz talks with climber Craig DeMartino, a leader not just in the adaptive sports community, but the greater outdoor community.Want to hear more? Subscribe to Dirtbag Diaries+

Kate and Ani Williams have been adventuring together for more than two decades. Last year, they leveled up on a backpacking trip to Argentine Patagonia, where a challenging river crossing marked a shift in their relationship as mother and daughter. Support comes fromPatagoniaAthletic GreensKuat RacksRumpl Want more episodes? Join Dirtbag Diaries+ today

When Kari Hedin’s life is turned upside down, she found solace on her habitual lunchtime trail runs in the wooded eskers of Minnesota.Support comes fromPatagoniaAthletic GreensKuat RacksGlobal Rescue

How many things can you balance being really good at in your life? Fitz and Majka Burhardt discuss ice climbing, entrepreneurship, risk, parenting twins and her new book More: Life on the Edge of Motherhood and Adventure. Want to hear more? Subscribe to Dirtbag Diaries+

For 12-year-old Rory Rielly and 77-year-old James Niehues, the ski map is an object of wonder and a portal to adventure. Their love for depicting mountain landscapes enriches their passion for skiing and demonstrates the importance of having someone to show us the way. Check out more of James’ art and his recently published book, The Man Behind The Maps, with over 200 ski maps. Support comes fromPatagoniaAthletic GreensKuat RacksWant more episodes? Join Dirtbag Diaries+ today

In 2018, backcountry skier Kjell Redal decided he wanted to try his hand at bowhunting for elk. The only trouble is, he had no prior experience or mentors and was living in Miami, FL. Over the course of four years Kjell goes from a newbie, thrashing his way off trail and never seeing an elk, to a once in a lifetime experience.Support comes fromPatagoniaAthletic GreensKuat RacksWant more episodes? Join Dirtbag Diaries+ today

What if we invested more in the things that brought us joy? The outdoors. Community. Creativity. This is what gets us out of bed in the morning. For years, you’ve been asking for more – more stories and more ways to support our show. Today, we introduce Dirtbag Diaries+. Exclusive episodes. Community collaboration. Ad free. Where we go from here depends on you. Join Dirtbag Diaries+ today.

When Amanda Hayley set out on her first solo travel adventure in Olympic National Park, she felt ready to take on whatever challenges could come her way. But when she loses her way on an audacious day hike, she needs to rely on the help of some very interesting strangers.Support comes fromPatagoniaAthletic GreensKuat RacksGlobal Rescue