The Voyageur Way

#30: Ice Fishing Stories, How-To's, and Future Plans w/ Guest Thomas Warnert!

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 10:22:09 +0000

Tune in as The Voyageur Way crew sit down with amazing guest Thomas Warnert to talk about how he got into ice fishing, some crazy stories from his years of doing it, and what he's got planned in the future!

#29: Maple Syrup: History, Health Benefits, and How to Make It In Your Own Backyard!!

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 10:52:46 +0000

In this week's episode, Zach and Nick sit down and talk about all the incredible characteristics of Maple Syrup including; the history of it in North America, the health benefits people may not know about, and the step-by-step process of making some in your own backyard!

#28: Fresh Produce From Your Backyard All Winter?! Therapeutic Benefits, DIY Construction and Fact About GreenHouses!

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 15:21:42 +0000

In this week's episode, Zach and Nick sit down to talk about all things, Greenhouse. From Zach's experience cultivating and maintaining a greenhouse in undergrad, to Nick's plans for DIY construction in their backyard!

#27: The Peaceful Solitude of Winter Paddling, DIY Canvas Tent Construction, and Ice Climbing!

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 12:23:24 +0000

The Voyageur Crew sit down to talk through outdoor winter activities you may not have thought of, how simple and easy it can be to build your own canvas winter tent, and Zach's ice climbing trip in Northern MN coming up!

#26: Would You Rather: Outdoor Addition!!

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 11:47:39 +0000

In today's episode, The Voyageur Way crew sit down for a classic game of would you rather with an outdoor spin to the questions! Tune in to hear our answers and answer along while you listen!!

#25: How To Survive and THRIVE In The Cold Weather; Cross-Country Skiing, Broomball, Ice Fishing and More!

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 12:06:13 +0000

The Voyageur Way Crew sit down to talk about all the ways that we stay warm during the colder months of the year and still find ways to get out and enjoy the outdoors! We talk about the 3 W's of staying warm and different outdoor activities we still love doing even when it's below 0 deg!

#24: Hiking in the Swiss Alps, Running w/ the Bulls in Spain, and Newly-Wed Life Out in Portland, Oregon w/ Guest and Brother Mitchell Fritz!!

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 13:15:09 +0000

Today the Voyageur Way crew sits down to talk with Zach's brother Mitchell Fritz about all the incredible outdoor adventures he's been on! Running with the bulls and surfing in Spain, hiking in the Swiss Alps, and trips with his amazing new wife on all sorts of adventures! Tune in for some fun stories and insights from one of the craziest outdoor adventure humans we know!

#23: INCREDIBLE Hiking Stories, Reflections, and Tips for Beginners from Guest Nathan Kiel!

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 12:13:01 +0000

The Voyageur Way crew sits down with guest Nathan Kiel to talk about all things hiking. From hiking in the Adirondack mountains with his family growing up to thru-hiking the Finger Lakes Trail for over a month! Nathan has some incredible stories and insights all about the hiking world.

#22: Rediscover North America; Logistics, Crew Dynamics, and Amazing Stories from an 8-Month Long Canoe Expedition Across North America w/ Guest Winchell Delano!

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 11:20:37 +0000

The Voyageur Way crew sit down to talk with an incredible human about his legendary expedition from the Gulf of Mexico all the way to the Arctic ocean. Guest Winchell Delano gives some incredible insights into what goes into planning an expedition like that and some of the highs and lows you face along the way!

#21: Mindset Changes While Camping in Rain for 26 Days, Lessons Learned from Guiding Several Expeditions North, and More Outdoor Adventures w/ Guest Mary Spethmann!!

Mon, 18 Jan 2021 11:10:04 +0000

The Voyageur Way crew sit down to talk with guest Mary Spethmann about some of her crazy stories from her time with the Les Voyageurs program as a participant and guide on several trips. She also shares stories with us from some of her personal outdoor expeditions and what it's like being in a relationship with somebody just as passionate about the outdoors as she is!

#20: The Adventures of Building and Living in A Van w/ Guests Peter and Abi!!

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 11:14:00 +0000

Peter and Abi are engaged to be married in September of 2021 and decided "why not build and live in a van for a year?!" Tune in as The Voyageur Way crew talks with them about how it all got started, the building process, and some of the many adventures they've been on since hitting the road!

#19: 2021 Re-Introduction! WHO We Are, WHY We're So Passionate About The Outdoors, and HOW We're Going to Help You Experience It In 2021!

Mon, 04 Jan 2021 11:23:38 +0000

Happy New Year! In this episode, Nick sit's down to talk about who we are/why we decided to start this project, how amazing all our supporters made 2020, what we have in store for you in 202!!

#18: Fishing on Lake Michigan, Camping in Zion National Park, and Kayaking the Milwaukee River w/ Guest Zach Affeldt!!

Mon, 28 Dec 2020 11:12:39 +0000

The Voyageur Way crew sits down with amazing guest Zach Affeldt to talk about outdoor life in MN and WI, outdoor trips and expeditions in high school and college, and life as a med student who uses the outdoors to unwind on his time off!

#17: Living/Playing Hockey in Alaska, Lessons Learned from Growing Up Outdoors, Crazy Stories from Camping/Canoeing Expeditions in Canada w/ Guest Michael Spethmann!!

Mon, 21 Dec 2020 11:13:00 +0000

In this week's episode, The Voyageur Way crew sit down with guest Michael Spethmann to talk about some amazing outdoor adventures he's been apart of! From growing up spending almost every day outdoors with friends, to incredible canoeing/camping expeditions in Canada, and finally playing hockey in Alaska/collegiately and everything in between!

#16: Sleeping in a Tent for HALF the Year, How to Make Handmade Canoe Paddles, Who's Your Go-To Outdoor Survival Partner?!

Mon, 14 Dec 2020 11:09:46 +0000

The crew sits down for our first ever "Outdoor Open Mic Night"!! Zach walks us through how he makes handmade canoe paddles, we talk about whether we truly are camping "experts", and who we would each take into the wilderness if we had to survive for as long as possible!

#15: Incredible Outdoor Adventure Honeymoons, Crazy Outdoor Activities w/ No Restrictions, and More! - Guests Mitchell Fritz and David Spethmann (OQW #3)

Mon, 07 Dec 2020 11:47:13 +0000

Who's ready for Outdoor Question of the Week #3?! This episode features two brand new guests on the podcast with some incredible stories and insights to our questions! The crew talks about 1) If you could go on ANY outdoor adventure for a honeymoon where would you go, and 2) If you could get into ANY new outdoor activity what would it be?!

#14: Air Force Outdoor Survival Training, Incredible Outdoor Adventures in Alaska, and Family Life w/ Guest Connor Amundson!

Mon, 30 Nov 2020 11:47:06 +0000

Zach, Tanner, and Nick sit down to talk with one of their good friends from high school about his intense Air Force training, multiple trips up to Alaska, and how much the outdoors have influenced his family!

#13: Outdoor Question of the Week #2 - WORST Experiences on Outdoor Trips?!

Mon, 23 Nov 2020 12:16:42 +0000

The crew gets together to talk about some of their WORST experiences they've ever had while on outdoor adventures!

#12: Climbing 14er's, Ranch Living in Montana, Downhill Skiing w/ Guest Meredith Bowen!!

Mon, 16 Nov 2020 11:40:02 +0000

Zach and Nick sit down and talk with TVW's first female guest! Meredith is in her last year of Physical Therapy school and has been on so many outdoor adventures we will definitely need to have her on again! On this episode we talk about climbing, family trips to their ranch in Montana, and downhill skiing with friends and family!

#11: Getting into Cold Weather Camping!

Mon, 09 Nov 2020 11:17:17 +0000

Zach, Tanner, and Nick sit down to talk about their experiences with cold weather camping and how to make the experience more enjoyable for you! If you love camping in the warmer months, this might just be the podcast that helps you get into camping all year round, no matter the weather!

#10: First Experience Deer and Grouse Hunting Up North!

Mon, 02 Nov 2020 12:42:10 +0000

Zach and Nick sit down to talk about their weekend hunting trip up at Zach's deer shack an hour south of the Canadian border! Nick talks about his first time bowhunting for deer and Zach drops some hunting knowledge that's perfect for beginners!

#9: Outdoor Question of the Week (Pilot Episode)!

Mon, 26 Oct 2020 10:32:45 +0000

If you could bring 3 amazing people on ANY outdoor adventure trip you could think of, WHO would you bring and WHERE would you go?! Tune in to find out how Tanner, Zach, and Nick answered this question, some of their choices might surprise you!

#8: Camping/Hiking with 4 Strangers?!

Mon, 19 Oct 2020 11:08:14 +0000

Nick sits down with Zach just hours after he gets back from a beautiful long weekend trip of hiking and camping on the Superior National hiking trail with 4 people he has never hiked or camped with before!

#7: Camping Life in the Arctic, Cross-Country Trips with Friends, and other Outdoor Adventures with Sam Medvec!

Mon, 12 Oct 2020 11:16:14 +0000

The Voyageur Way podcast sits down with our FIRST guest ever! Sam Medvec has INCREDIBLE stories of camping life in the Arctic, cross country trips with friends, and unexpected friendships in a completely different country!

#6: How-To: Get Into Fishing!!

Mon, 05 Oct 2020 13:36:38 +0000

Tanner, Zach, and Nick sit down and talk about everything you'll need to know to get yourself out on your first fishing trip! This is the perfect podcast for beginners, seasoned fisher's, and everybody in between!

#5: Monster Fish in Canada, Paddle Out Bay, and Other Epic Fishing Stories with The Voyageur Way!

Mon, 28 Sep 2020 12:46:18 +0000

Tanner, Zach, and Nick talk about their incredible week long fishing trip they take annually in Canada with friends and family. This episode is great evidence that these trips are more than just about the fishing!

#4: White Water, Height of Land, Bears and Wolverines!

Mon, 21 Sep 2020 13:22:05 +0000

In this episode of The Voyageur Way, Nick talks with Tanner and Zach about their amazing "Far North" trips they went on through the Les Voyageurs Program. These trips include a ton of white water, fishing, and some crazy wildlife including bears and wolverines!

#3: How-To Get Into Camping!!

Mon, 14 Sep 2020 12:03:19 +0000

We hope this podcast will add value no matter how experienced with camping you are! Whether it helps you gain the confidence to get into camping for the first time, or if you are more experienced with camping we hope our unique take on it will be interesting to listen to!

#2: The Hardest Times Create the Best Memories

Mon, 07 Sep 2020 14:50:43 +0000

In this second episode of The Voyageur Way Podcast, we sit down to talk about our first year trips with the Les Voyageurs program. Tune in to listen to how these month long camping trips deep in the Canadian wilderness changed our lives forever!!

#1: Intro, Les Voyageurs Program, Steelhead trout fishing and more!!

Mon, 31 Aug 2020 13:43:57 +0000

Tanner, Zach, and Nick sit down to talk about who they are, what brought them to where they are, and brief stories of outdoor adventures along the way!