Tourism Episodes

Welcome to the Outdoor Adventure Series! In today’s episode, we’re wrapping up our Newberry Springs journey with a visit to the stunning RJB Ranch. chats with Jean Bredelis, longtime ranch owner and horse lover, and Diane Yod...

Welcome to another episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series! Join Howard Fox as he takes us on a unique adventure through Yermo, California, just off the famous Route 66 (aka The National Trails Hwy). Today, we're stepping inside Thrift-N-More—a beloved local thrift store brimming with history, vint…

Welcome to the Outdoor Adventure Series podcast! In this episode, we're back in Newberry Springs, California, to explore a unique cultural oasis just off the historic Route 66—the Bataar Camp. Joined by Umba Go, the founder of this Mongolian Yurt Camp, listeners will discover how Umba is sharing th…

Welcome to the Outdoor Adventure Series! In today’s episode, Howard sits down in Newberry Springs with Steve Hamilton, a professional race car driver turned innovative entrepreneur, and founder of Ultimate Container Homes. Af...

Welcome to the Outdoor Adventure Series podcast! In today’s episode, Howard sits down with Kristine Watson, the Queen Mother behind the National Route 66 Pageant, right from her home in Newberry Springs, California. Together,...

Welcome to the Outdoor Adventure Series podcast. In this special episode, Howard Fox sits down with John Burrill, a new full-time resident whose family has a long-time history in the Newberry Springs area, nestled in the hear...

Welcome back to the Outdoor Adventure Series podcast. We're back at the Newberry Springs Senior / Family Center—home to the Newberry Springs Chamber of Commerce, and chatting with Ronnie Shaw, Director, and Karla Claus, Vice President, of the Chamber. They share the vibrant history, community pride…

Welcome to another episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series! In today’s show, we're immersed in the fascinating history of Newberry Springs with community leaders from the Newberry Springs Economic Development Association - Historical Committee, Paul Deel, and Brian Fisher. Together, they share the …

Welcome to the Outdoor Adventure Series! In today’s episode, we're joined by local community leader, Brian Fisher—affectionately known as Mr. Geocache—to explore the hidden stories and adventures of Newberry Springs, California. Tune in as Brian recounts his journey to this quiet desert community, …

On this episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series, we're continuing our series with Newberry Springs, California, a unique community nestled along the historic Route 66. We're speaking with locals and community leaders like Ton Forbes, an energetic force behind the Route 66 Centennial planning commit…

Welcome back to the Outdoor Adventure Series! In this special episode, we're visiting the iconic Barn in Newberry Springs, California, for a heartfelt conversation with Renee Kaminski, owner of The Barn and president of the Newberry Springs Chamber of Commerce. Known for her infectious energy and d…

Welcome to another episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series. We're continuing on our journey through the Newberry Springs area of California—specifically, right into the heart of a thriving pistachio grove. Our guest is Dr. Keller Horton, a certified permaculture designer and passionate advocate for…

Welcome to another engaging episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series! Today, we’re thrilled to introduce Azdean Elmoustaquim, co-owner of Destination Morocco and host of the Destination Morocco podcast. Join Howard Fox and Azdean Elmoustaquim as they dive into the vibrant culture, mouthwatering cuis…

Mapping Newberry Springs: Local Stories, History, and the Route 66 Centennial Celebration with Paul & Paula Deel.On today's episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series, we’re exploring the heart and history of Newberry Springs, California, as we kick off celebrations for the 100th anniversary of th…

Route 66 Centennial: Newberry Springs Bagdad Cafe - Magic, Memories, and Community.In this episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series podcast! We're back at the iconic Bagdad Café in Newberry Springs, California, right off the historic Route 66—also known as the Mother Road—celebrating its 100th a…

Route 66 Centennial: Bagdad Café Interview with Mark Bradley. Remembering ‘desert icon’ Andrea Pruett. In this heartfelt episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series, we're back in Newberry Springs, California, for a very special conversation inside the iconic Bagdad Café. Joined by Mark Bradley, a long…

Route 66 Centennial: Bagdad Cafe Interview with John Wease. Discovering Newberry Springs - Community,  Jam-Making, Festivals, and Desert Life.Welcome back to another episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series. In this episode, recorded from the Historic Bagdad Café in Newberry Springs, California,…

Welcome to the Outdoor Adventure Series! In this special episode, host Howard Fox takes us on a journey to Newberry Springs, California, home of the legendary Bagdad Café and a true gem along historic Route 66. Recording from the heart of the Mother Road, Howard Fox sits down with Jim Conkle—affect…

Welcome to another episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series! Today, we welcome back Cody Johnston, CEO and content creator for the Weird Canadian podcast, and now the Tourism Coordinator for the town of Lewisporte, Newfoundlan...

Lincoln County, Nevada: Stargazing, Tourism, and Dark Sky Preservation at Spring Valley State Park. On today’s episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series, we're chatting with Marcia Hurd, Executive Director for the Lincoln County Authority of Tourism in Nevada, and Dawn Andone, an Interpretive Ranger …

Discover Festival Country Indiana: Outdoor Adventures, Community Events, and Hidden Gems - Welcome back to the Outdoor Adventure Series. In this episode, we're chatting with Ken Koskey, Executive Director, and Mackenzie Steagall, Director of PR & Events, from Festival Country Indiana—a destinat…

IDA Membership Meeting: Attracting Large-Scale Tournaments to Your Destination Welcome back to the Outdoor Adventure Series podcast! In this special episode, recorded at the Illinois Destinations Association Fall Meeting in D...

IDA Membership Meeting: Danville Stadium Outing Welcome back to another episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series, where today we’re taking you out to the historic Danville Stadium , home of the Danville Dans , for a unique ble...

Illinois Destinations Association Fall Membership Meeting: Tracey Fentem, Danville Area Visitors Bureau, at the David S. Palmer Arena. Welcome to another episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series! Today, we're back in beautiful...