#109 | Exclusive Recording From The 6 Year Anniversary Live Podcast Show feat. Rolland Tizuela (Campthropology), Nikki Taylor (Way Out Wild), RJ Soria (TRVRS Outdoors) - Moderated by Justin Rimon
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This episode features an exclusive live recording from the JustTrek Podcast's 6th anniversary celebration, held at Happier Cafe in Frogtown, Los Angeles. Host Justin Rimon moderated a dynamic panel with three prominent outdoor creators: Roland Tizuela of Campthropology, Nikki Taylor (Adventure P) of Way Out Wild, and RJ Soria of Traverse Outdoors. The conversation explored the personal origins of their love for the outdoors, their missions to promote safety, education, and inclusivity, and practical tools for preparation. Each panelist shared transformative stories—from Nikki’s emotional proposal in the Rockies to RJ’s harrowing canyon escape—and emphasized the importance of community, education, and risk management. The panel also addressed how to build relationships with nature to foster conservation, with actionable advice on gear, apps, and starting small. The event concluded with a vibrant dance party, celebrating the power of movement and connection in the outdoor community.
Start small: Begin with neighborhood walks and backyard gear practice to build confidence before tackling big trails.
Education reduces risk: Take a class—whether for hiking, backpacking, or overlanding—to gain essential backcountry skills.
Community is key: Join local hiking groups or nonprofits like Way Out Wild or Lowlifes to build safe, inclusive outdoor spaces.
Use technology wisely: Combine digital tools like CalTopo and Peak Finder with physical maps for reliable navigation.
Conservation starts with connection: Spend time in nature to build emotional bonds that inspire stewardship and protection.
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Welcome to the 6-Year Anniversary Live Show
Justin Rimon kicks off the episode with a warm welcome to the JustTrek Podcast's 6th anniversary live event, held at Happier Cafe in Frogtown, LA. He sets the tone with gratitude for the community, highlights the venue and sponsors, and introduces the panelists.
Origins of Outdoor Passion
“In that moment, I had a spiritual moment. I felt so small and it was such a great feeling because it made me realize that in context to everything in my life, all the problems that I had was just so small in comparison to how grand our planet is.”
Mission-Driven Platforms
“We're not trying to say, you know, oh, we don't like men and, you know, men, you know, we appreciate all of the allies. We appreciate allies in our community that continue to support us.”
Safety, Education & Risk Management
“The backcountry is a whole different world that not a lot of us and just only very few people have had the privilege to actually be taught you know how to like how to navigate and so...”
Secret Tools & Gear That Changed Everything
“Hard maps. I know it's very old school, but... I like it. And I'm going to start with gear, something that I love hard maps, but I also carry... a Fisher Space Pen.”
“Every time we go to Baldy without fail, there is always one of our participants who just breaks down into tears and just cannot believe. They'll start reiterating their life story.”
“In that moment, I had a spiritual moment. I felt so small and it was such a great feeling because it made me realize that in context to everything in my life, all the problems that I had was just so small in comparison to how grand our planet is.”
“Hard maps. I know it's very old school, but... I like it. And I'm going to start with gear, something that I love hard maps, but I also carry... a Fisher Space Pen.”
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Justin Rimon
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Nikki Taylor
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Roland Tizuela
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RJ Soria
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Way Out Wild
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Happier Cafe
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Traverse Outdoors
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CalTopo
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Campthropology
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Angeles National Forest
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