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Nick makes a big announcement about stepping back from the podcast to focus 100% on Posh Outdoors and scaling that business. Shari Heilala the CEO of Sage Outdoor Advisory has stepped up as the new Co-Host joining Connor.

Nick shares the latest updates and insights on Posh's successful launch out of the gates.

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Matt Bare returns for part two, sharing the real-world challenges of hot tubs, designing a landscape pool, and surviving a hurricane. From health department battles to designing for both luxury and efficiency, this episode reveals what it takes to deliver five-star experiences where adventure and luxury collide.

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Are private hot tubs a profitable investment? Is it foolish to build in a booming glamping market with high competition? What is better a glass cabin or luxury dome? What does it take for your glamping property to survive a hurricane? Find out in Part 1 with Matt Bare, the founder of the Glamping Collective near Asheville, NC. He shares how he transformed 130 acres of private mountaintop land into a five-star glamping destination. From uncompromising design to unforgettable guest experiences, Matt reveals what sets the property apart and why passion and excellence drive its success.

Stay tuned for Part 2, where the conversation continues with deeper insights into his journey and the future of glamping.

Learn more on the Glamping Collective website or instagram.

Sponsor: Clockwork Architecture and Design Website the outdoor hospitality industry leader in site design, entitlements, permitting, and architecture.

Email Christian Arnold at christian@clockwork-ad.com to see if their services are right for your project.

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Hear the secrets behind Sandy Van's meteoric rise in the luxury adventure van market. We are joined by Alan Mondus CEO and Evan Purcell COO as they share their journey from building vans in their driveway to building a $350K luxury adventure vehicles.

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The two most experienced managers in outdoor hospitality go head-to-head. Hear insights from Scott Randall and Jacob Halverson. These two managers have worked at the industry leading properties like Paws Up, Auberge, AutoCamp, Mendocino Grove, Wildhaven, and more.

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In huge news for the glamping industry, The Fields of Michigan has been acquired by glamping giants, Under Canvas.

Irene Wood returns to the pod to give us the lowdown: How it all went down; the advice she'd give to operators looking for a similar exit; and what's next for her.

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In this episode we dive in with Scott Randall who helped launch Paws Up, AutoCamp and Wildhaven over his 25 year career in outdoor hospitality. There is no person on this continent with more experience growing prominent glamping brands. Hear about creating ice wall climbing, dog sledding, and hot air balloon rides in the Montana wilderness. Learn about what makes an outdoor hospitality operation fail or flourish.

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Familiar favourite Bygnal Dutson from Open Sky in Zion returns to the pod today, but this time he's joined by his General Manager, Wes McCloskey.

Today's episode is all about the nitty gritty of running a glamping business as the GM. What roles and responsibilities does a GM carry out? What's the hardest part of the job? What's Wes' advice to prospective glamping GMs?

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