CAMBA Country
CAMBA Country
The Outdoor Route
CAMBA Country is dedicated to bringing you a detailed look into the world of the Chequamegon Area Mountain Bike Association (CAMBA). CAMBA trail reports, trail users, supporters, updates, information, and all the stories in between. If you're wondering the who, what, when, why and how of CAMBA, this is your spot.
#15 - "Trails Are OPEN!" (May 8, 2020 | #15 | Hosts: Joe V & Ben)
Joe V and Ben are back with an update on the opening of the trails, the overall CAMBA situation, and chat about things to thing about and expect. They discuss some things that you need to know about trail openings, expectations, and CAMBA's focus in this A.C. world. Trails are open!
May 8, 2020
30 min
#14 - "Great CAMBA Truck Raffle 2020" (February 17, 2020 | #14 | Hosts: Joe V & Ben)
Joe and Ben discuss the BIG, GREAT news in CAMBA Country! The Great CAMBA Truck Raffle 2020 is live! The run through all the details, how it came about, why it's a big step in the current and future status of CAMBA, and how you can get involved. Joe also gives a rundown of some upcoming events. THANKS TO NEW MOON SKI & BIKE FOR THE SUPPORT! HEAD INTO THE SHOP, SPEND $25 & MENTION CAMBA COUNTRY TO GET A FREE WATER BOTTLE!
Feb 18, 2020
53 min
#13 - "Fatbike Time!" (January 17, 2020 | Hosts: Joe V & Ben)
Joe and Ben are joined by volunteer extraordinaire, Jerry Wright, to discuss the CAMBA winter fatbiking trails. Jerry shares the history of winter trails in the area, and the evolution of CAMBA Fat. He also discusses the work and equipment it takes to get and keep the trails in great shape. Listen in to learn why supporting CAMBA is essential to maintaining an awesome groomed winter trail network.
Jan 17, 2020
1 hr 23 min
#12 - "Update Time & Giving” (December 3, 2019 | #12 | Hosts: Joe V & Ben)
Joe and Ben check in from The Cable Cabin to get you some updates, chat about some upcoming events, and get you up to date with CAMBA. CAMBA Country is the voice of the Chequamegon Area Mountain Bike Association (CAMBA). We’ll bring you the story, the people, and the community that has created, fostered, and maintain the Midwest’s premiere mountain biking destination. CAMBA Country is created and produced by us here at The Outdoor Route Productions.
Dec 3, 2019
42 min
Tapped In: A Seasonal Series | Episode 2
Welcome to Episode 2 of a special series called “Tapped In: A Seasonal Series.” In this episode, Ian drops the knowledge on hops to kick things off. Hops harvest season is over, so a good time to learn something about it! Then the guys get into some drinking options with the Thanksgiving and Christmas season upon us. Ian also shares some recipe ideas too. Thanks to The Whistle Punk for hosting and supporting the show! Head on in and mention that you heard it on the podcast – YOU GET ONE FREE DRINK!
Nov 28, 2019
1 hr 15 min
#11 - "The Future of CAMBA" (November 23, 2019 | Hosts: Joe V & Ben W)
Joe and Ben check in from The Cable Cabin to recap the Annual Member Meeting, the new CAMBA Strategic Plan, the new Membership plan, ride gathering at Ashwabay, and other recent happenings with CAMBA. THANKS TO SOUTH SHORE BREWERY FOR BEING A GREAT SUPPORTER OF CAMBA! THANKS TO NEW MOON SKI & BIKE FOR THE SUPPORT! HEAD INTO THE SHOP, SPEND $25 & MENTION CAMBA COUNTRY TO GET A FREE WATER BOTTLE!
Nov 24, 2019
1 hr 7 min
Chequamegon MTB Festival Special Series #4 - "Kris Swarthout & Allison Krueger w/ Joe V & Ben" (November 13, 2019 | Hosts: Joe V & Ben)
Kris and Allison were the announcers for the 2019 Chequamegon MTB Festival. They were out having some fun on the Friday before the race and stopped by our tent. This is a wide ranging discussion, including traveling to the Sochi Winter Games, racing the 2018 Chequamegon MTB, coaching Paralympians, Paralympic details, rules and innovation, running a full service golf event management company, either/or fun, and plenty more.
Nov 13, 2019
59 min
Chequamegon MTB Festival Special Series #3 - "Justin Bohn & Dave Schlabowske" (October 28, 2019 | Hosts: Joe V & Ben)
Justin Bohn is the Head Brewer at South Shore Brewery and Dave Schlabowske is the former Director at the Wisconsin Bike Fed. They join Joe and Ben. Listen in to get smarter about beer, learn more about the Chequamegon area, what they think of the Chequamegon MTB Festival, "Up North," and plenty more. THANKS TO SOUTH SHORE BREWERY FOR BEING A GREAT SUPPORTER OF CAMBA! HEAD TO NEW MOON SKI & BIKE, SPEND $25 & MENTION CAMBA COUNTRY TO GET A FREE WATER BOTTLE!
Oct 29, 2019
57 min
Chequamegon MTB Festival Special Series - "#2 - Derrick Smigiel of Anderson's Pure Maple Syrup" (October 28, 2019 | Host: Ben)
Derrick Smigiel had some fun out at the Chequamegon MTB Festival. He sat down with Ben to discuss maple syrup, Anderson’s Pure Maple Syrup, and his experience with the active outdoor community.  Anderson’s Pure Maple Syrup – https://andersonsmaplesyrup.com/ Anderson’s on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/AndersonsMapleSyrup/ GoMacro – https://www.gomacro.com/
Oct 28, 2019
20 min
Chequamegon MTB Festival Special Series #1 - TJ Barnes (October 23, 2019 | Host: Ben W)
Ben sits down with local nice guy and all-around outdoors lover, TJ Barnes. TJ did a lot of work with the 2019 Chequamegon MTB Festival to get the course mapped out and ready to go. You get some bonus info as TJ drops some pizza cooking knowledge. Chequamegon MTB Festival - https://www.cheqmtb.com/ The Rivers Eatery & Tilly’s Pies – https://theidealmarket.com/
Oct 24, 2019
36 min
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