Episodes

We are taking the show on the road! In this special live episode, the Wilderness Wavelength team records right from the heart of the Wild Mountain Music Fest. We dive into the sheer magic and majesty of this incredible festival! Its incredible to see how an army of dedicated volunteers comes together every single year to build this musical paradise from scratch. To keep the festival energy flowing, we tackle some hilarious, outdoor-themed "Would You Rather" questions and spend the day soaking ...

Get ready for an adrenaline-fueled ride with local adventure junkie Dallas Bourbeau! Dallas joins the podcast to share jaw-dropping stories from the peaks and rivers of our own backyard. He takes us high into the Rockies with tales of split skiing, rock climbing, and ice climbing. Discover what it feels like to launch a paraglider off the iconic peak of Roche Miette and soar above Folding Mountain. The thrills don't stop at the summits. Dallas also details his grueling 600-kilometre kayak expe...

Hit the road with the Wilderness Wavelength crew! In this episode, we are driving from Hinton to Jasper with a very special guest: Scott's son, Lance. As we cruise along the scenic Highway 16, Lance hops in the truck to chat about growing up surrounded by these mountains. Tune in as we share stories of local adventures, highlight the must-see landmarks along the route, and talk about what makes the stretch between Hinton and Jasper so spectacular. Pack your bags and join the ride!

Olivia and Karlee are back in Hinton for a week of exploration! Join us for a quick little backyard hangout and some fun wilderness questions!

In this episode of Wilderness Wavelength, we sit down with adventurer and photographer Karen Palashnuik. Karen shares captivating stories about growing up right here in Hinton and how those early experiences shaped her love for the outdoors. We dive into her impressive resume of trail races, her ultimate bucket-list running goals, and how she captures the raw beauty of nature through her camera lens. We also chat about the Hinton run club and some advice on getting into running. Plus, Kare...

In this wild episode, we sit down with master survival expert Dale Kiselyk! Dale shares incredible stories about his closest animal encounters and how he stays calm in the deep woods. He also takes us down memory lane, sharing what it was like to learn from bushcraft legends Tom Brown Jr. and Mors Kochanski. Plus, get an exclusive sneak peek at Dale's brand-new TV series, 72 Hours to Survive, premiering on Wild TV this month! Stick around until the end of the show for our Foraging Tip of the Wee...

Join us on the Wilderness Wavelength Podcast as we step into the past with local legend Ray Gauthier! Ray takes us back to the 1960s when he first moved to Hinton. He shares thrilling stories of surviving brutal winters, hunting, trapping, and foraging in the deep woods. He also talks about his time working in forestry and at the local mill. We then explore Ray's creative side through his passion for pottery and the Athabasca River Potters Guild. For this episodes "Foraging Tip of the Week", ...

A super hero has arrived in Hinton to protect the town from bad guys! Blood Axe stops by the podcast studio for his first exclusive interview! He goes into details about his origin and plans to save the town of Hinton. A hero we didn't know we needed!

Grab your gear and tune in! This week, we sit down with professional ecologist Alexandre Caouette to talk about life on the edge. Alex takes us through his wildest rock climbing and ice climbing adventures, sharing what it is like to dangle from frozen waterfalls and steep stone walls. He also just stepped off a plane from Patagonia! You will hear all about his recent trip to the southern tip of the world, including the challenges, the views, and the intense weather. Plus, we launch a brand new ...

This episode is a little backyard hangout around the fire! Jamie, Jeff and Reuben are in town for a visit and we play a few wilderness themed games while sipping scotch.

We are so excited to bring back Nate and Noah from Mathisons Maple farm along with their father, Shanon! We dive a bit more into the history of the 6 generations of maple farming and get a little recap of this years harvest. T The guys also brought out some special wood staves all the way from Ontario for Scott to build some bows with! Scott goes into the process of building a bow from scratch and offers some tips and tricks to help create a custom, home-made bow. The Mathisons will be sellin...

Gear up for the ultimate off-road and overlanding breakdown. This week, we sit down with Jason Brown and Dave Dionne, the visionary minds behind the Alberta Outdoor Adventure Expo. Discover what it takes to launch Alberta's premier outdoor gathering. Get expert tips on building the ultimate overlanding rig. Learn how to responsibly navigate the province's rugged backwoods. Whether you are a seasoned explorer or planning your very first crown land camping trip, this episode is your roadmap to the...

One of our favourite guests, Matthew Ritchie, is back to talk about hunting black bear! Matt joins us for an explict fireside chat as we dig into the tips and tricks for finding a spring bear. Matt also regales us with stories from his miltary days and plans for the summer! Follow along with Matt's adventures on Facebook at The Next Chapter Follow along with Scott Sunderwald on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/northern.rockies.bushcraft/ Stay wild!

We are so excited to chat with Ryan Orange! Ryan is a seasoned land surveyor with nearly 20 years of experience and he digs into it with us. He is also an enthusiast for obstacle course racing and has competed in Sparta, Greece and also the Death Race in Grande Cache! We finish a celebration bottle of scotch and answer some fun "Would You Rather" questions! Stay Wild!

Jayden Provencal, better known as @provyoutdoors, is an Alberta-based backcountry angler specializing in tracking "big carnivores" across the remote Rocky Mountains. Whether embarking on week-long solo expeditions or heading out to for a quick fishing stop after work, Jayden is dedicated to the pursuit of elite trophy species like Bull Trout and Northern Pike. In this episode, he shares his obsession with the "trout bum" lifestyle and the high-stakes reality of finding mystical fishing experien...

UpLift! Jasper Mural Festival is an annual event that transforms the walls of Jasper, Alberta, into a world-class outdoor art gallery. Founded in 2022, the festival brings together local, Indigenous, and international artists to create vibrant murals that celebrate the land, foster cultural growth, and beautify the downtown area. Join us on this episode as we do a walking mural tour through the streets and alleys of Jasper with the creators of Uplift! Logan Ireland and Oliver Andrew tell us ab...

Join us for a fun episode dedicated to listener questions! We pull questions from a hat with the help of local adventurers, Robbie Peake and Kyle Fee! Some great questions and "Would You Rather" scenerios sent in with a distictive Northern Rockies touch. If you have a question, head over to www.wildernesswavelength.ca and send us a message Follow along with Scott Sunderwald on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/northern.rockies.bushcraft/

We are so excited to sit down and chat with Rick Zroback and Mark Deagle about a legend of the Northern Rockies, Curly Phillips! Donald "Curly" Phillips (1884-1938) was a legendary Canadian guide and explorer who pioneered mountaineering and tourism in the Jasper region of the Rocky Mountains. He gained international fame for his 1909 attempt to be the first to summit Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. Beyond climbing, he was a master boat builder and entrepreneur who estab...

Hinton is known for its great bike park and amazing mountian biking trail system so let's find out why! Glen Allen is the founder and lead coach of Rocky Mountain Ride Guides, where he turns his lifelong obsession with bikes into technical clinics and guided tours across the scenic trails of Hinton. As a PMBIA Level 2 instructor with a background in Wilderness First Aid, he's built a reputation for helping riders of all levels safely find their flow while staying prepared for anything the mount...

Join us for a chat with a legend of the Northern Rockies! Ken Groat is a long-standing resident of Brule with deep roots in the local wilderness and community history. As a key figure in the Rocky Mountain Wilderness Society, he is widely respected for his extensive knowledge of the region's trails and heritage. Alongside his family, Ken has dedicated years to the stewardship of the backcountry, performing vital maintenance and preservation work within the Willmore Wilderness Park. Ken talks a...

Dive into the world of running with us this week as we sit down for a chat with Keri Bowzaylo! Keri is a professional fitness coach, ultra marathon runner, and outdoor guide currently based in Banff, Alberta. She is the founder of Be Wild Adventures and Balanced Bodies with Keri where she focuses on connecting people to the outdoors and promoting movement as medicine. Keri tells us about some of the races that she has competed in, along with gear advice, training tips, and recommendations for ...

Join us on this episode as we dive into the world of adventure racing! Nathalie Long is an accomplished adventure racer and ultra runner and tells us about some of her races from around the globe. Based in Kelowna, Nathalie has taken part in many adventure races, from a few hours long to 9.5 days non stop! Nathalie has also started designing and directing races and is bringing Raid the Rockies to Hinton this summer! Raid the Rockies is a 3.5 day adventure race that will involve mountain biking,...

Episode 100 is here and we are so excited to chat with Big Game Hunter Chris Genert! We take a tour of Chris's trophy room as he regails us with stories of hunts throughout Western Canada and around the world! On this episode we talk about hunting everything from Bighorn Sheep in Alberta to Morco Polo sheep and Siberian Ibex in Asia to hunts in Africa. We also talk about the logistics and challenges of guided hunts around the world. You can see some of Chris's adventures on Instagram at https:...

On this episode we are so excited to chat with pilots Steve and Kristie from Jasper Hinton Air! These experienced mountain pilots give us a tour of the hanger and tell us about some of the exciting adventures that they have done. From wildfire assistance to rescue operations to wildlife research to mountain lake paddleboarding, the life of a helicopter pilot sounds amazing! Check out Jasper Hinton Air online at www.jasperhintonair.com and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jasper_hinton...