Christian Fortson is a firefighter, EMT and wilderness guide in Montgomery County, Texas. He works with kids and adults to help them learn from nature and spend more time in the wilderness. Quotes:"The thing about being in nature is it's uncomfortable, and I've never heard of anybody growing in a comfortable state." "Get outdoors more and spend time with people." Topics Discussed:Christian's introduction to the outdoorsSpending time in jailDoing fulfilling workSobriety at 19The danger of selfishnessLiving in a car for three monthsLeading at-risk teens into the wildernessBeing alone in the wild & facing your thoughts21 days & breaking habitsSocietal changes & enjoying natureLeaving no trace behind Essential equipmentHelping without expectationResources Mentioned:Adventure Learning Program Leave No TraceGarmin inReach Iodine Tablets Book: The Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous by  Dr. Bob Smith & Bill WilsonBook: Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch AlbomPodcast: The Joe Rogan Experience The Adventure Made Podcast is sponsored by Rewild Gear. Essential gear built for the great outdoors, designed to fuel your next adventure. Come find your wild at RewildGear.com!

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