On this episode, spelunking, guiding, bonfires in the snow, and the single oldest thing in Oregon. We’re talking with Dave Nissen of Wanderlust Tours in Bend, Oregon.
Show Notes
- 01:00 – Who is Dave Nissen?
- 02:36 – How Dave landed in Bend, Oregon
- 03:10 – What kind of guided experiences they lead
- 04:15 – A background on caving and the caves of Oregon
- 09:36 – Having fun and dropping knowledge bombs
- 11:53 – Supporting continuing education for the Wanderlust guides
- 13:36 – How does someone get started as a guide?
- 20:23 – How Wanderlust has adapted to the pandemic
- 33:45 – What are the benefits of using a guide?
- 46:45 – Dave’s favorite trip
- 55:45 – How people can find Wanderlust and connect with Dave
- 58:05 – Bar Review (energy bars, that is)
Mentioned in this Episode
- Wanderlust Tours
- Looney Bean Roasting – Thanks for hosting us in Bend!
Energy Bar Taste Test
Nutrition information from respective websites, based on entire bar (not suggested serving).
- Clif Nut Butter Bar – Chocolate & Peanut Butter
140 cal, 3.5g fat, 25g carb, 2g protein - Kate’s Real Food – Tram Bar (Peanut Butter & Milk Chocolate)
260 cal, 12g fat, 36g carb, 6g protein - ProBar Meal – Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip
400 cal, 22g fat, 43g carb, 11g protein - Kind Bar – Healthy Grains Dark Chocolate Chunk
150cal, 5g fat, 23g carb, 2g protein - Bearded Brothers – Awesome Almond Butter Chocolate
190 cal, 10g fat, 22g carb, 5g protein - Cascadian Farm – Dark Chocolate Chip
140 cal, 3.5g fat, 25g carb, 2g protein
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