Episode #100 - Hammock Hang Organizers Roundtable
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In this milestone episode of The Hammock Hangers Podcast, we’re celebrating our 100th episode by bringing together an all-star panel of nine incredible hammock hang organizers from across the community! Joining Pheonix for this special roundtable are: Stephanie Arends Dave Moose Karla With a K Addam Wesneski Heather Beck Vicki Reimert Richard Nance Together, we dive into each of the hangs they help organize — when and where they happen, the unique vibe of each event, and the traditions that make them special. We also pull back the curtain to talk about what it really takes...
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Episode #98 - Shaun Strickland (Rewyld Outdoors)
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In this episode, Pheonix is joined by Shaun Strickland from Rewyld Outdoors and his wife, Sara, for a heartfelt and inspiring conversation. They kick things off with Shaun sharing how his passion for the outdoors started, and how that eventually led him into the world of hammock camping. Shaun also opens up about one of his most meaningful camping experiences—the final trip he and his brother took with their father before he passed away. He shares how they made that trip special, and the lasting memories they created together as a family. The conversation then shifts to Shaun’s YouTube...
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Episode #98 (Pheonix 2025 vacation recap.)
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Episode 98 – Pheonix’s 2025 Summer Vacation Adventure (and a Tornado Too?!) In this episode of the Hammock Hangers Podcast, your hosts Skunkape and Pheonix catch up after the summer break—and Pheonix has quite the story to share! He takes us through his 2025 family summer vacation, hitting up a variety of cool spots across the country. From scenic campgrounds to unexpected roadside gems, he shares the highlights, favorite locations, and a few hammock-friendly stops along the way. But it wasn't all sunshine and leisure—Pheonix recounts a harrowing experience where their trip took a...
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Episode #97 (HangCon Denmark 2025 Recap, Part 2)
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This week we return for part 2 of the HangCon Denmark 2025 recap but as you will notice it has slightly changed because Skunkape and Waterboy had things come up and couldn't make it back on, so instead, you will be hearing Pheonix and Shug carrying on with the recap and talking more about what it was like this year at the 2nd annual international HangCon over in Denmark. Contact Skunkape & Pheonix: Email : [email protected] Website : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/TheHammockHangersPodcast Instagram : Connect with Skunkape & Pheonix...
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Episode #96 (HangCon Denmark 2025 Recap, Part 1)
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In this special international episode, Skunkape, Pheonix, and Waterboy sit down to recap their unforgettable adventure overseas at the 2nd Annual HangCon Denmark and the Danish Outdoor Festival! 🇩🇰🌲 Part 1 of this two-part series dives into their first impressions of Denmark, the warm welcome from the Danish hammock community, and what it was like reconnecting with friends and fellow hangers from around the world. From cultural surprises to campsite setups and jetlag-fueled laughs, the crew kicks things off with stories that'll make you wish you were there swinging in a hammock...
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Episode #95 - Stephanie Arends (Hammock Health, Mind and Body)
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In Episode 95 of The Hammock Hangers Podcast, your host Phoenix sits down for a heartfelt and enlightening conversation with returning guest and good friend of the show, Stephanie Arends. Together, they dive into a topic that isn’t often discussed enough in the outdoor and hammocking communities — hammocking while living with illnesses and navigating the outdoors as a person of larger size. Stephanie brings her personal experiences and hard-earned wisdom to the conversation, shedding light on the physical and emotional challenges that come with chronic health conditions and body image,...
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Episode #94 - Jackson Busch (Madison River Outdoors)
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In this solo episode, Pheonix sits down with Jackson Busch, the creative mind behind Madison River Outdoors, to talk about a game-changing new hammock design that’s shaking up the world of hammock camping. Unlike traditional hammocks that rely on an underquilt for insulation, Jackson’s design features an integrated air mattress system built right into the hammock itself. Pheonix dives deep with Jackson to learn how he came up with the concept, what inspired this innovation, and where he sees both the hammock and Madison River Outdoors heading in the future. Whether you're a seasoned hanger...
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Episode #93 - Skunkape, Pheonix, and Waterboy ( Pre HangCon Europe Excitement )
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In this exciting episode, Skunkape, Pheonix, and Waterboy are buzzing with anticipation as they get ready to head across the pond for the second annual HangCon Europe and The Danish Outdoor Festival! For Skunkape and Pheonix, this marks their second trip to Denmark, and they’re stoked to revisit some favorite places, reconnect with their European hammock family, and dive back into the amazing outdoor culture that made such a big impact on them last year. They share stories from their first visit and chat about what they’re most excited to experience again—whether it’s the food, the...
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Episode #92 - Haley Ladner (Hammocks & Books)
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In this episode of The Hammock Hangers Podcast, Phoenix goes solo to chat with Haley Ladner, a dedicated librarian and educator from Mississippi who has created a truly inspiring outdoor space for her students. Haley shares how a simple Pinterest post sparked the idea for The Hammock Garden, a unique reading space where students can relax in hammocks while diving into their favorite books. With full support from her school administration and parents, she turned this vision into a reality, and the program has been a massive success! Teachers and students alike love the Hammock Garden, proving...
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Episode #91 - Travel Planning For HangCon Denmark 2025
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Welcome back to The Hammock Hangers Podcast! In this episode, Pheonix goes solo to break down the details of planning an international trip for HangCon Europe 2025 at the Danish Outdoor Festival. If you're thinking about joining us in Denmark, this episode is packed with insights to help you get prepared! Pheonix shares how he and Waterboy mapped out their trip, from booking flights to navigating transportation options in Denmark. He also covers essential considerations like: ✅ Travel logistics – flights, layovers, and getting around in Denmark ✅ What to expect at HangCon Europe and...
info_outlinePheonix catches back up with a couple of friends that are no stranger to the podcast or the hammocking community, Kristen and Cal, from YOBO Gear.
Pheonix wanted to have these two back on so that they could talk some about their newest creation, the Turtle Bug stand.
They go into detail about everything from the designing of the stand, to the wait and stressors of starting the Kickstarter, and then to the distribution of all of the stands once they made it into their hands.
And, by the end of the episode they drop word of a couple new releases that they should have ready by January, so that they can release them at HangCon 2025.
So, this is an episode that you will not want to miss.
Connect with Cal & Kristen (YOBO Gear)
Email : [email protected]
Website Link.: https://www.yobogear.com
Facebook Link.: https://www.facebook.com/YOBOgear
Instagram Link.: https://www.instagram.com/yobogear
YouTube Link.: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3FiRyRG42u8ePh46oFyXQA
Connect with Paul "Skunkape" Collins
Email : [email protected]
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/TheHammockHangersPodcast
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/the_hammock_hangers_podcast
YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOw28WMum0pNN5WNTCIa_1A
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