The Heart of Adventure: Dennis Rogers on Building a Community in the Great Outdoors

Super Good Camping Podcast

01/16/23 • 32 min

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The Heart of Adventure: Dennis Rogers on Building a Community in the Great Outdoors

Welcome back to the SuperGoodCamping podcast! In this week’s episode, Pamela & Tim sit down with Dennis Rogers, a pillar of the Canadian outdoor adventure community & the creative force behind a YouTube channel. Here are the highlights from their fascinating conversation:

Guest Introduction: Meet Dennis Rogers, an influential YouTuber who has created a significant impact on outdoor enthusiasts and fellow content creators.
Building a Community: Dennis discusses the success of his channel as a hub for like-minded adventurers. Hear how inspiration from famous outdoorsmen like Joe Robinette has shaped his journey.
Starstruck Moments: Dennis shares his excitement about meeting some of his heroes, including the victors of the survival show “Alone,” and the impact those encounters have had on him.
A Supportive Scene: Learn about the camaraderie within the YouTube outdoor community, where even competitors are known to help one another, emphasizing the importance of creator-follower interaction.
Behind the Scenes: Discover the dedication required to produce engaging content, with Dennis detailing the editing, setup, and the passion that drives him, despite the financial challenges.
Memorable Adventures: Listen to Dennis reminisce about his trips, including a particularly challenging journey near Temagami in 1984, and the ongoing battles with heavy gear and swarms of mosquitoes.
Trip Planning Insights: Get tips on managing travel time and insect troubles, as well as Dennis’s take on the pros and cons of solo versus group adventures.
Annual Canoe Tradition: Delve into the details of an annual August canoe trip that epitomizes friendship and collaboration, including shared cooking responsibilities and the trend towards freeze-dried meals.
Culinary Recommendations: Dennis endorses “Backcountry Eats” by Kevin Ride, a resourceful book packed with recipes and tips for preparing tasty and practical meals in the wild.

Join us again as we explore the wilderness and community of camping and outdoor adventures. Until next time, keep your fires burning and your tents sturdy!

You can find Dennis at:
Website: https://canoehoundadventures.com

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/CanoehoundAdventures

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01/16/23 • 32 min

Super Good Camping Podcast - The Heart of Adventure: Dennis Rogers on Building a Community in the Great Outdoors

Transcript

00:00 - 00:04
Hello and good day, eh? Welcome to the Super Good Camping podcast. My name is Pamela.
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I'm Tim.
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We are from SuperGoodCamping.com. We are here because we are on a mission to inspire other
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families to enjoy camping adventures such as we have with our kids. Today's guest is an extremely
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important member of Canada's outdoor adventure community. He hosts a YouTube live stream every
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Tu

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