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Let's Take This Outside

Mary Anne Ivison
Nature
Trans Canada Trail
Gatineau Park
Adventure Writing
Canadian Rockies
Travel
Canada
Outdoor Recreation
Parenting
Mountain Biking
Outdoor Activities
Personal Growth
Family Adventures
Blanding's Turtle
National Capital Commission
Pink Lake
Cross-Country Skiing
Fat Biking
Ecology
Environmental Awareness

What happens when we play outside? We become healthier - both mentally and physically. We become more creative and more focused. We connect - with nature, each other, and ourselves. Let’s Take This Outside: a new podcast hosted by me - Mary Anne Ivison - an aspiring outdoor athlete and nature lover. I speak to athletes, outdoor professionals, and scientists about their connection to nature, how it... more

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Today, we’re heading to Lanaudière-Mauricie, in the heart of Québec along the North Shore of the St. Lawrence River, perfectly positioned between Montréal and Québec City, and just a few hours from Ottawa. I was lucky enough to spend some time there ... more

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Bernadette McDonald is an award-winning author, speaker, and one of the world’s leading voices in mountain culture.

She has written thirteen books and received many of the highest honours in mountain literature including two Boardman Tasker Prizes, ... more

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Lee Nordbye is a fine art landscape photographer, speaker, and teacher based in the Rocky Mountains of Alberta. Known for his bold and soulful style, Lee captures the intimate details and hidden beauty of the natural world.

A self-described recoveri... more

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From Swansea to the peaks of Patagonia, Ollie Treviso is redefining what it means to live adventurously. An endurance walker and modern explorer, Ollie became the first person to walk the entire length of the Andes, a 14,000-kilometre journey across ... more

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Recent Guests

Bernadette McDonald
An award-winning author and a leading voice in mountain culture, with a deep connection to mountaineering and outdoor storytelling.
Episode: Bernadette McDonald - Leading voice in mountain culture
Ollie Treviso
Adventurer, endurance walker, and mental health advocate
Episode: Ollie Treviso - Endurance Walker and Modern Explorer
Sasha Galitzki
Aerial artist and climate advocate, shares her journey after losing her home in the Jasper Wildfire and her new project 'Embers'.
Episode: Sasha Galitzki - "Embers" - aerial artist and climate advocate
Julie Rak
Professor at the University of Alberta and author of 'False Summit', which focuses on gender and feminism in mountaineering.
University of Alberta
Episode: Dr. Julie Rak - professor and author exploring gender in mountaineering
Melissa Hafting
A passionate birder, photographer, and mentor
Episode: Melissa Hafting - Dare to Bird: Exploring the Joy and Healing Power of Birds
Dan Rubinstein
Ottawa-based writer, award-winning journalist, and stand-up paddleboarder.
Author of Water Borne
Episode: Dan Rubinstein - Canadian Stand-Up Paddleboarder
Marlis Butcher
Upcoming guest
Episode: Get Outside! Enjoy Summer! Episodes Return September 2!
Julia Weber
Upcoming guest for the September episode
Episode: Get Outside! Enjoy Summer! Episodes Return September 2!
Shanda Hill
Three-time double deca triathlon endurance athlete
Episode: Shanda Hill - Three Time Double Deca Triathlon Endurance Athlete

Host

Mary Anne Ivison
Host of the show, focused on outdoor athletes, scientists, and professionals exploring nature's impact on performance and daily life.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 62 ratings
  • Love it.

    I particularly enjoyed the Adam Shoalts and Kevin Callan episodes. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Grapplearts.com
    Canadaa year ago
  • Thumbs up!

    It’s wonderful to have a podcast emphasizing how great the Ottawa/Gatineau region is for outdoor sports!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Runner6366381
    Canada3 years ago
  • Inspiring

    Just what I was looking for! Thanks so much for this. I’ve always believed a healthy lifestyle is focused on the outdoors!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    zoomered
    Canada3 years ago
  • Always a refreshing new angle on the outdoors!

    There are so many ways that interacting with nature enriches our lives. Mary Anne endeavours to explore all of them! Guests are from every walk of life from adventurers to scientists and her questions are equally wide ranging. Always a fun listen and full of ideas to help you explore the outdoors in new ways.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kiffix
    Canada3 years ago
  • Inspiring podcast!

    Mary Anne’s bright energy as a host brings a refreshing light to adventuring in the outdoors. This podcast would motivate anyone to pick up an outdoor activity and “take this outside” :) I’m officially inspired!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    H Benoit
    Canada4 years ago

Listeners Say

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Guests span adventurers to scientists, offering wide, engaging discussions.
Listeners praise the host's energetic and uplifting approach.
Episodes consistently highlight nature's benefits and practical ways to explore outdoors.

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#90
Canada/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#85
China/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#126
Netherlands/Sports/Wilderness

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Bernadette McDonald - Leading voice in mountain culture
Q: What have mountains taught you personally about creativity, solitude, resilience? What have they taught you?
Mountains have taught Bernadette to embrace the space that feels good to her and to take full advantage of what they offer while being grateful for the opportunity to live in such inspiring landscapes.
Bernadette McDonald - Leading voice in mountain culture
Q: What initially drew you to kind of explore and celebrate mountain culture, and how do you define that today?
Bernadette discusses how her cultural background and the adventures she had with her husband led her to realize that mountain culture encompasses much more than just adventure films; it includes literature, art, music, and various ways of expressing oneself inspired by the mountain landscape.
Lee Nordbye - Fine Art Landscape Photographer
Q: What inspired you to pursue photography full-time?
After a career change in 2016, I reflected on what I wanted to be and decided to pursue my passion for photography instead of just chasing the dollar.
Lee Nordbye - Fine Art Landscape Photographer
Q: What lesson do you wish more people would learn early on their photography journey?
Don't get caught up in all the technical mumble jumble of photography; instead, spend time discovering what you love to shoot and experiment.
Ollie Treviso - Endurance Walker and Modern Explorer
Q: Is there a website or is there for your charity work?
Yes, there's a website for Bloom Space, which Ollie is associated with, focusing on outdoor adventure projects for mental health awareness.

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This show curates conversations with athletes, outdoor professionals, writers, and scientists to explore how time outside influences performance, creativity, mental health, and everyday life. Recent episodes lean into mountain culture, endurance sports, conservation, and climate storytelling, often weaving personal resilience, community, and inclusivity into the narrative. Guests span authors, photographers, guides, and activists, delivering practical insights for outdoor enthusiasts, aspiring athletes, and professionals who want to understand the deeper benefits of nature-based experiences. A standout pattern is the emphasis on storytelling—the personal journeys behind outdoor pursuits—and a commitment to accessibility and inclusivity acro... more

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1. Bernadette McDonald
2. Ollie Treviso
3. Sasha Galitzki
4. Julie Rak
5. Melissa Hafting
6. Dan Rubinstein
7. Marlis Butcher
8. Julia Weber

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