#035 That Log and Timber Home Life

Welcome back to The Cabincast, Your Getaway Primer Podcast for those with a passion for cabins, rustic decor, the great outdoors, and nights telling tales around the campfire.

In this episode, Kristin and Erik interview Donna Peak, the Editor-in-Chief of Log and Timber Home Living Magazine. 

Donna Peak is a long time cabin lover and has made it her profession to share cabin wonders of the world. In this interview, we hear from Donna about how her love for cabins grew, the atmosphere of cabin living and the perfectly imperfect realities of cabin life. Kristin and Erik also discuss cabin trends with Donna and what it is like to be editor and her responsibilities.

This episode dives deep into a close-knit company that shares their love of log and timber homes with everyone through their magazine.

Follow along with Donna and the team at:

Loghome.com

Timberhomeliving.com

cabinlife.com

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Edited by: Billy Shane

#034: The Call of the Loon

Welcome back to The Cabincast, Your Getaway Primer Podcast for those with a passion for cabins, rustic decor, the great outdoors, and nights telling tales around the campfire.

Kristin and Erik are back with another world-famous Cabin Chat! 

This episode kicks off with Erik sharing how he and his wife taught their children how to waterski. Erik shares his tips and tricks of what worked for his kids and what might work for yours!

We chat about community and share a follower note about their cabin’s signature cocktail, and Elderberry cocktail.

Next, to begin the discussion of loons, Kristin reads an expert from the book Return to Wake Robin by Marnie O. Mamminga. Following this, Erik shares a variety of loon sounds and their meaning, so you can understand what these beautiful birds are saying!

To conclude this episode, Erik shares a tune from the Michigan Rattlers called “That Kind of Life.”

This episode is a great way to understand the Loon, a Northwoods icon much better!

Links:

Return to Wake Robin by Marnie O. Mamminga

Loon Sounds- from loon.org

That Kind of Life- Michigan Rattlers

Elderberry Cocktail (variation)

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#033 Legend Lake

Welcome back to The Cabincast, Your Getaway Primer Podcast for those with a passion for cabins, rustic decor, the great outdoors, and nights telling tales around the campfire.

In the 33rd episode, Legend Lake, Kristin and Erik interview Miggie Snyder. 

Miggie is a Chicago based actor, singer, and songwriter. She began playing music at the young age of 4 and has been hooked ever since. In the spring of 2019, Miggie graduated Summa Cum Laude from Western Michigan University with a BFA in Musical Theatre Performance and a minor in Nonprofit Leadership. 

In 2020, Miggie began releasing her own original music, including Legend Lake. Legend Lake went viral on TikTok when she played her meaningful song one evening in a short video on the app. Millions of views later, she became known as the Legend Lake Girl. She has released her debut EP featuring music she wrote in her first year as an independent artist. She has plans to continue pursuing her career as an independent artist and she is definitely one to follow along on this journey.

This episode is full of great conversation with Miggie about her experience with going viral, releasing music, and dealing with insecurities surrounding showing her art to the world. 

You will leave this episode feeling inspired and is definitely a must-listen!

Legend Lake by Miggie Snyder

Miggie’s Website

Episode 25: Cabin Cliffhangers

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#032: Building Competence Through Adventure

One major theme of Girl Camper and this episode is the experience that comes along with camping. The connection between fellow campers at a campsite or other Girl Campers is like nothing else. 

 website, podcast, and social media! 

Welcome back to The Cabincast, Your Getaway Primer Podcast for those with a passion for cabins, rustic decor, the great outdoors, and nights telling tales around the campfire.

In the 32nd episode, Building Competence Through Adventure, Kristin and Erik interview Janine Pettit of Girl Camper. 

Janine got her start in blogging and then grew to the Girl Camper Podcast and is now the leader of a full-fledged camping movement. Throughout this episode we hear about how this movement began, what it is like to be a part of girl camper and more!

Janine shares her tips for getting started with camping and shares valuable tips you won't want to miss! She also references outdoorsy.com which you can find to be a helpful resource.

This interview will surely inspire you to go out and enjoy nature through camping and even explore a part of the country or world you have never seen before!

Girl Camper Website- https://girlcamper.com

Girl Camper Podcast- https://girlcamper.com/girl-camper-podcast/

Janine’s instagram- https://www.instagram.com/girl_camper/

Outdoorsy.com

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#031 Independence Day Post Game

Welcome back to The Cabincast, Your Getaway Primer Podcast for those with a passion for cabins, rustic decor, the great outdoors, and nights telling tales around the campfire.

In the 31st episode, Erik and Kristin share a Cabin Chat catching up on their Independence Day weekend. 

Kristin shares about the 4th of Julys past and how she used to spend the holiday as a family when her kids were young. They chat about how fun it is to have kids during these holidays especially as they get older and are able to enjoy the fireworks.

Erik shares how his family celebrated this year. He tells a couple stories about water skiing from boat racing and skiing in the rain. Erik also shares one of his favorite ice cream spots, The Windmill in Tomahawk, WI. 

Erik’s waterskiing stories reminded Kristin of one of her family’s favorite movies, Cheaper by the Dozen 2. This is a great summer-y, family friendly watch!

That wraps up another episode of the Cabincast, be sure to tune in next week for an exciting interview!

Links:

The Windmill: https://www.facebook.com/TheWindmillIceCreamShoppe

Movie Recommendation: https://bit.ly/3k27djO 

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#030 Campfire Smoke in Your Beard

Welcome back to The Cabincast, Your Getaway Primer Podcast for those with a passion for cabins, rustic decor, the great outdoors, and nights telling tales around the campfire.

In the 30th episode, Kristin and Erik interview Kyle L. White, author and artist of Northwoods poems, art, and books. This interview will leave you feeling nothing less than inspired.

Kyle L. White is a Midwest author and illustrator and has won many awards and received recognition for both his writing and art. His latest book is Freezing and Thawing, a book of Midwest reflections that will leave you laughing and thinking deeply about the messages he conveys through his witty entries.

Check out Kyle L. White’s Instagram and website to stay up to date with new releases, artwork, and more!

Beyond this discussion, Kyle shares three of his readings that center around love, faith, escaping reality, and the simple pleasures in life that make it worth living. 

This is surely an episode you won’t want to miss, and we thank you for tuning in to the Cabincast. 

Links:

Kyle’s instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mylakehouseart/ 

Kyle’s website: https://kylelwhite.wordpress.com 

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#029 Broken Bow is the Place To Go

Welcome back to The Cabincast, Your Getaway Primer Podcast for those with a passion for cabins, rustic decor, the great outdoors, and nights telling tales around the campfire.

In the 29th episode, Kristin and Erik welcome Jamie Sinton from Broken Bow Travel in Broken Bow, Oklahoma. Jamie shares what a hidden gem Broken Bow is and is a perfect getaway for anyone and everyone. With over 1800 cabins and more coming, Broken Bow has the perfect getaway for everyone. 

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In the spirit of Oklahoma and Broken Bow, Erik shares a song by the Turnpike Troubadours’ “Good Lord Lorrie” which mentions Broken Bow in the lyrics.

Jamie Sinton has turned her website into a resource to find the perfect place for your next getaway! You can view these beautiful cabins on their instagram @broken.bow.travel.sisters as well as their website.

This is a great episode to learn about the getaway cabin business and hear the love that is poured into each and every cabin.

Links:

Broken Bow’s Instagram: @broken.bow.travel.sisters 

Website: https://www.brokenbowtravel.com 

Music: Good Lord Lorrie by the Turnpike Troubadours

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#028 Entertaining Getaway Guests

Welcome back to The Cabincast, Your Getaway Primer Podcast for those with a passion for cabins, rustic decor, the great outdoors, and nights telling tales around the campfire.

On the 28th episode, Kristin and Erik have a Cabin Chat about all things entertaining! This chat covers everything from how to make your guests feel special to cocktails and kid-friendly snacks. 

Kristin shares how she tackles the task of feeding 12-13 year old boys and gives her secrets to simple yet fun ways to feed their hungry bellies. Kristin and Erik also share their favorite and easy tips to make guests feel special from light breakfast options for early risers to an omelet bar for a customizable breakfast.

The two also share their approach to outdoor entertaining. They provide mess free, kid friendly snack ideas, the recipe for Erik’s crowd favorite, and go-to summer cocktails!

To conclude the episode, Erik shares a song from the Desert City Randlers name Mountain Delight.

Links

Music: Mountain Delight by the Desert City Randlers

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Kristin Lenz

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Edited by: Billy Shane