Adam Shoalts a Canadian Bestselling Author and Explorer

Welcome to Baird Country, the podcast where outdoor adventure meets personal stories. I'm Jim Baird, your host and a professional outdoor adventurer. 

 Embark on a thrilling journey with bestselling author and explorer, Adam Shoalts, in this captivating podcast. As the Explorer-in-Residence for the Royal Canadian Geographical Society, Shoalts has become synonymous with uncovering the mysteries of unchartered territories. With a passion ignited in the untamed wilderness, he shares riveting tales of his high-adventure exploits, delving into the origins of his love for exploration and the birth of his extraordinary passion.

 In this episode, Shoalts unveils the fascinating narrative behind his latest novel “Where the Falcon Flies.” Join us as we delve into the heart of his remote adventures, exploring the untamed landscapes that have shaped his worldview. From the inspiration that fuels his high-adrenaline pursuits to the incredible stories of survival in the wild, this podcast offers an intimate glimpse into the life of a modern-day explorer and storyteller. Don’t miss the chance to connect with Adam Shoalts and experience the allure of the unknown through his compelling narratives.
 
 Welcome to episode three of Baird Country.

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Chapters

• 0:00 Introducing Adam Shoalts
• 0:57 Adam's Story of Traveling 500kms Up the Coppermine River in the Arctic
• 9:59 Jim Baird & Adam Shoalts Talk About Being Windbound
• 19:03 Why Did Adam Decide to First Put Pen to Paper & Start Writing
• 21:14 Adam Talks Canoeing on Lake Erie, Camping in... Toronto? And Continuing to the Arctic
• 31:36 You Learn SO Much Through Traveling By Traditional Means
• 53:39 Adam Talks About Being Young and What He Wanted to Be When He Grew Up
• 1:10:37 Jim Baird Tells the Story About a Stone Cairn He Found in the Arctic & What He Thinks Might Be In It
• 1:22:51 Adam Talks About Alexander Mackenzie's Explorations in Western Canada
• 1:28:58 Adam Talks About His Writing Process
• 1:37:44 Adam & Jim Discuss Big Upcoming Adventures & Having Kids
• 1:39:18 A Little Sneak Peek into Projects Adam is Working On & Lost Explorers Who Vanished
• 1:41:58 Adam & Jim Discuss Risk - Polar Bears, Drowning - How Dangerous are the Things They Do?
• 1:53:03 Adam Talks About Solo Wilderness Adventures and How They Resonate With Him