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 affects their performance and everyday life.
Melissa Hafting is a birder, photographer, and mentor who aims to eliminate barriers to birding for BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ and women.
Dan Rubinstein is a Canadian stand-up paddleboarder, author, and editor who aims to share the importance of deepening our relationship to water and nature as a whole.
Marlis Butcher is a conservationist and author who is the first visitor to have “bagged” (visited) all 48 of the Canadian national parks.
Julia Weber is a full-time travel blogger and content creator who highlights local discoveries and international adventures
Hey, it’s Mary Anne Ivison—and right now, I’m doing exactly what I hope you’re doing… playing outside. Let’s Take This Outside is taking a short summer break, but don’t worry—we’ll be back this September with brand new episod...
Shanda Hill is the only person to complete three Double Deca Triathlons: a 76 kilometre swim, a 3600 kilometre bike ride, and an 844 kilometre run; the equivalent of 20 full Iron-distance triathlons.