By Land Podcast
The By Land Podcast explores how to have better backcountry experiences and why spending time outside matters in the first place.
The show features conversations with people from across the outdoor world, practical lessons, and personal reflections on backpacking, hiking, hunting, conservation, outdoor skills, and the broader role the outdoors can play in our health, perspective, and everyday lives.
It’s a lifelong exploration of what we can learn from time spent outside, how we can do it better, and what’s worth carrying with us when we come home.
Thanks for being here and spending time with me.
-Emory, By Land
By Land Podcast
#173 From 100 Miles to Full-Time Creator with Chad Lubinski
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In this episode, I sit down with Chad to dive into his journey from a beginner hiker to a seasoned thru-hiker, ultra-runner, and outdoor content creator. We explore the moments that shaped his path, including his first 100-mile hike, overcoming mental and physical challenges, and his leap from a 9-to-5 job to full-time content creation. Chad shares his insights on balancing passion with work, avoiding burnout, and how endurance sports like ultra-running have influenced his approach to hunting and outdoor adventures. This episode is packed with honest reflections, valuable lessons, and inspiration for anyone pursuing adventure and creativity.
Key Takeaways
- 100-Mile Hikes Build Resilience: Reaching the 100-mile mark on a hike forces you to adapt and grow, making it a significant milestone for backpackers.
- Mentorship Accelerates Learning: Observing experienced hikers can help you fast-track your progress and avoid common mistakes.
- Compartmentalization Prevents Burnout: Separating content creation from personal adventures helps maintain a healthy relationship with the outdoors.
- Endurance Sports Enhance Mental Toughness: Ultra-running taught Chad how to endure discomfort and maintain focus during long hunting trips.
- Pursuing Passion Requires Discipline: Whether it's creating content or pursuing outdoor goals, success comes from building habits and embracing the hard moments.
Show Notes and Links
- Intro and Catching Up
- The Waterfall Controversy and Preferences in Nature
- Chad’s First 100-Mile Hike and the Power of Mentorship
- Transition to Full-Time Content Creation
- Balancing Content Creation with Outdoor Enjoyment
- Avoiding Burnout as a Creator
- Overcoming Setbacks and Finding Motivation
- From Ultra-Running to Hunting: Lessons in Endurance
- The Reality of Hunting as an Endurance Sport
- Discipline, Passion, and Self-Discovery
- Chad's Instagram
- Chad's YouTube Channel
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