Dive deep into the bioluminescent waters of the Sea of Cortez and enjoy one of the top 5 most biodiverse marine ecosystems in the world. The Vermilion Institute is a field station nestled on the coast of Baja California and is where the Project Dragonfly Master's Program brings students for Earth Expeditions.

On this 5 day adventure, I was able to experience a super pod of dolphins, snorkel with sea lions and even a whale shark. But the heart of the trip was the growth and perspective that came with getting out of my comfort zone and the many people who helped me get there.

Something is to be said about the trips that mean so much that they alter the path of your life. Baja California was the culmination of a 10-day expedition that drives me to this day. We hope you enjoy the episode and make sure to like and subscribe to the channel!

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Vermilion Sea Institute YouTube:
@vermilionseainstitute9754

Vermilion Sea Institute Instagram:
@vermilionseainstitue

Vermilion Sea Institute Website:
https://vermilionseainstitute.org

Join an immersive storytelling experience where Jake travels to Rancho San Gregorio in the Sonoran Desert with the Master's Program, Project Dragonfly. This trip was the spark that led Jake down the path to start The Dreamers Initiative and ultimately, the Chasing Wild Podcast.

Rattlesnakes, scorpions, sleeping under the stars, new friends and the Sound of Silence Cover by Disturbed, this trip was truly nothing Jake expected and had so many different unique experiences packed in.

Make sure to like the video and subscribe to the channel, as we look to build our community of outdoor explorers! Be sure to leave a comment as well and share some of your favorite adventure experiences!

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On today's episode, we break down our biggest role model, Steve Irwin. The charismatic "crocodile hunter" was a global symbol for wildlife conservation, but who was he as a person? There's been a lot of questions about how Steve interacted with wildlife and whether or not it was ethical. We'll dive into the facts, showing just how much he accomplished in his 44 years of life for wild animals across the globe.

A husband, father, zookeeper, media personality and conservationist, Steve's mission was, "conservation through exciting education" and that was consistent in each aspect of his life. Sharing insights from his many "croc diaries" films and Terri's book, "Steve and Me", there's so many incredible stories to share about his life.

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Steve and Me Book | Terri Irwin
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Wildlife Warriors Conservation Site:
https://wildlifewarriors.org.au

Join your hosts, Jake Johnson and Dean Dudzik, as we launch our new show, Chasing Wild. In this episode, we break down some of the experiences that inspired us to start a podcast, driven by wildlife, conservation and adventure.

From witnessing a nighttime lion hunt in the Serengeti to the first steps in a Costa Rican jungle, our first episode shares a glimpse of what is to come and who we are as your guides to the outdoors.

We're excited for you to join us on our journey to create a community ready to talk some nature. Make sure to like the episode and subscribe to the channel. We'll be releasing episodes each Wednesday at 11 AM CST. Be sure to also follow our socials as we build our online presence!

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