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Episode 27 Part 2 – The Saga of Snowbird Mountain, Appalachian Trail 2019
Hey y'all! I'm IntrepiDan. I'm a businessman and world sojourner who is hiking the Appalachian Trail. No matter how long it takes! Enduring some setbacks in 2018, I'm back in the swing of things and BACK ON THE APPALACHIAN TRAIL IN 2019! The joy is in the journey. Not...
Episode 27 Part 1 – What am I Doing!? 🤦♂️NEW PLAN for The Appalachian Trail 2019
Hey y'all! I'm IntrepiDan. I'm a businessman and world sojourner who is hiking the Appalachian Trail. Enduring some setbacks in 2018, I'm back in the swing of things and BACK ON THE APPALACHIAN TRAIL IN 2019! The joy is in the journey. Not how long it takes. 👍...
Episode 26 – NO TV or NETFLIX on the Appalachian Trail!? – Springer Mtn to Three Forks
Hi Guys, This is my first post in over 6 months. Time has flown by and now that things have finally simmered down, I wanted to take a few minutes to explain what happened and why I had to press pause on my journey along the Appalachian Trail. I also wanted to take...
Episode 25 – One Year After the Appalachian Trail, Where is Dan?
HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL!! On December 31, 2017, NEW YEARS EVE 2018, I took my first steps on the Appalachian Trail. It was my goal to accomplish my childhood dream of walking NOBO along The AT from Springer Mountain in Georgia USA all the way to Mt. Katahdin in Maine...
What Happened & What Took Me off of the AT in 2018
Hi Guys, This is my first post in over 6 months. Time has flown by and now that things have finally simmered down, I wanted to take a few minutes to explain what happened and why I had to press pause on my journey along the Appalachian Trail. I also wanted to take...
Where Have I Been and Where am I Going?
As you may have seen from my last post[link to state of the union], I’m not going to make it to Mount Katahdin before the end of 2018. Polite people told me I was being awfully ambitious to think I could thru-hike the Appalachian Trail, especially as a novice...
A State of the Union from IntrepiDan
When I started this journey on New Year’s Day of 2018, a lot of people were skeptical of my ability to complete a thru-hike. They talked about how difficult it is even for people who are able to commit all of their time and resources to this monumental task....
Episode 24 – Views, Blue Skies and Farts on the Appalachian Trail
You knew this was coming right? At some point, it had to be discussed. Trail farts along with beautiful views and miles marched under a big blue sky. Come check it out! And as always, thanks for tuning in.
Episode 23 – 200 MILES!!! And Where The Dream Was Born
It’s just one of those days, weeks, months. Dan’s been off the trail a bit more than he’d like due to work/life demands but that’s not stopping him from getting those miles in! Making it to Newfound Gap lifts his spirits and brings back great memories of family vacations. Tune in to find out more!
As a small child Dan developed a passion for animals and wildlife. As he entered his teen years his love of wildlife was augmented with a love for business. Throughout his life he has had two careers and one major passion… developing star performers!
Questions from Canadian University regarding Ohio Exotic Animal Ban
I received an inquiry from a student at the Memorial University of Newfoundland regarding my stance on the Animal Alcatraz in Ohio. For those of you who asked, below is my response: What do you believe was the big issue with the topic, what is your general opinion?...
Ohio Exotic Animal Ban
A special "Thank You!" to the many news organizations who picked up our story today on the Ohio exotic animal ban.... AD HOC NEWS (View Release) Media Type: News & Information Service Media Location: Germany AlipesNews (View Release) Media Type: News &...
A First Look at The Island in Pigeon Forge – A Brand Audit of the Smokies Next Major Attraction
In a spot close to where the sea lion pool once occupied the grounds of Porpoise Island a landmark has risen above the Pigeon Forge skyline. The Ferris wheel can’t be missed. It draws you to The Island. To be upfront, this little piece of land in the river of Pigeon...
New York Man Mauled by Tiger at Bronx Zoo
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For Additional Information please contact IntrepiDan at Dan@TigerGuy.com or 865.300.3232 . (Harriman, Tennessee) A New York man visiting the zoo is lucky to be alive after reportedly going into the tiger enclosure at the Bronx Zoo. This incident...
LeaderLynx – Shoot the Cows?
'Sacred Cows' as they are called have existed in the workplace as long as groups have gathered in teams to accomplish tasks. Legend has it that most sacred cows are fat and happy. During one of my consulting jobs many years ago there was a sacred cow I inherited...
LeaderLynx – Attacked in Life’s Jungle?
A few days ago I had a very challenging day. I just hopped out of the shower when my phone rang. It was my wife, very shaken but okay after hitting a deer, swerving and then going down a small embankment. Fortunately she survived the ordeal without a scratch, but...
LeaderLynx – Topsy Turvy Crazy-Makers
Do you have what Julia Cameron refers to as "crazymakers" in your family, church or workplace? Yeah, you know who they are! You had a mental picture of the person as soon as I mentioned the words ‘crazymaker’ didn't you? They are the people who act irrational –...
LeaderLynx – Gorillas in the Guest Room
I was standing at the front desk of a major hotel chain checking into my mystery room. One of the services I offer clients is mystery shopping their sites. Why do I call it a mystery room you ask? Because I never know what I'm going to find when I open the door!...
LeaderLynx – Who’s Idea Was That?!
When working with animals it’s advantageous if the behavior you are trying to get is actually their idea. Suppose you are walking a tiger on a leash (like you do that daily, right?) and you want to turn to the right, a bit of gentle pressure to the right will likely...
LeaderLynx – When Lions Roar!
LeaderLynx - Real Life Lessons from the Jungle When a lion roars it can have several meanings. It can be establishing its location so others do not infringe, or it can be calling to others saying here I am… come on over! Today I was talking with a long term client and...
‘Wild Man’ Dan to Host Fox News Segment ‘Wild America!’
For Immediate Release Washington, DC - Fox News Channel (FNC) has partnered with 'Wild Man' Dan, conservationist and motivational speaker, to host the new Fox & Friends segment, 'Wild America'. The new addition to the most watched cable news morning show in the...
Bald Eagle Loses Endangered Species Act Protection
Tuesday, June 26, 2007 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 26, 2007 Contact: Al Cecere, Founder/President American Eagle Foundation P.O. Box 333, Pigeon Forge, TN 37868 865-429-0157 (office) or 865-256-0372 (cellular) http://www.eagles.org savetheeagle@aol.com Al...
Virginia Tech Tragedy – Rise To Leadership
With an academic background in Psychology and decades of experience in working with exotic animals, I generally feel fairly confidant in my understanding of both human and animal behavior. However, in light of the tragedy that has occurred at Virginia Tech, I, like so...
Death of Right Whales Result of Human Involvement
Two of the highly endangered species known as Right Whales have been found dead on the beaches of North Carolina’s scenic Outer Banks within the past month. According to statements made by a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) official, both whales...
The Law of Attraction – Bears Accept Invitation to Suburban Picnics
Newspapers across the country are carrying stories about recent bear sightings. Unusual? No, not given that it is spring, when bears emerge from hibernation. What is unusual though, and also a common thread among many of these features is where the bear activity is...