Mike Ranta Shares Amazing Stories from His Journies Canoeing Across Canada on Baird Country Ep. 18

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Mike Ranta - Shares Amazjng Stories from His Journies Canoeing Across Canada on Baird Country Ep. 18
In this special edition of Baird Country, I had the honor of hosting the legendary long-distance canoeist, Mike Ranta, as we explore the untamed wilderness and noble causes that define his extraordinary journeys. Join us on a thrilling expedition through the heart of Canada and beyond, as we uncover the captivating stories and inspiring missions behind Mike's epic canoe trips that have captured the imagination of adventurers and do-gooders alike.
Baird Country brings you the tales of modern-day heroes like Mike Ranta, who not only conquer the vast expanses of the wilderness but also dedicate their expeditions to raising awareness and funds for worthy causes. Through our insightful conversation, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the challenges, triumphs, and driving forces that propel individuals like Mike to push the boundaries of human endurance and compassion. So, buckle up and get ready for an unforgettable journey filled with adventure, inspiration, and the timeless beauty of nature as we navigate the waters of discovery with Mike Ranta on Baird Country.
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@lloydwagner5533 Ай бұрын

This is by far the best guy you have had on the podcast.

@JimBairdAdventurer Ай бұрын

Thanks!

@Chrisc3a Ай бұрын

“There’s an honest silence in the Bush” ❤️

@Makethemsayoyvey Ай бұрын

What an absolute legend! Great interview Jim, truly captivating.

@maryfields1111 Ай бұрын

Yyyyyyyeeeeeeeeeaaaaah! What a fabulous chat! If ever a human was cut from old school cloth it is this man. Thank you! Loved this one!

@marygordon3032 Ай бұрын

Hey Jim your guest Mike had me laughing so hard until my side hurt, what an amazing person . Thanks so much for sharing! 👏👏👏🤩🤩🤩💯💯💯

@RodMac1 Ай бұрын

Mike is a true ontario icon...so glad to see him on the show. awesome guys .

@Runningoncoffee05 Ай бұрын

What a fascinating guy. Definitely going to seek him out to hear more from him!

@beatnpotatoes Ай бұрын

I could listen to Mikes stories all day. Great interview.

@kjames8299 Ай бұрын

Fascinating guest.

@jacquelinebonneau5102 Ай бұрын

Best guest ever.

@bettyhudson979 Ай бұрын

Mike is so full of life. A life filled with joy and laughter from the adventures he has had during what he loves to do. Also he shares his life lessons without shame that can be lessons for others.

@jodyreay733 Ай бұрын

Amazing interview thanks to both of you!

@victorcolesnicenco434 Ай бұрын

Obviously going to find Mike,s videos !!!!👋👋👋💥

@chrisdawson3859 Ай бұрын

And I am still waiting to find one of your guests that I learn absolutely nothing from. Such a great podcast you have going on Jim!!!❤

@rickjobin8241 Ай бұрын

Hi Jim, I really enjoyed your podcast with Mike Ranta. He's a true pioneer in my books. He has so many great stories that I truly enjoyed. I would really love to meet him one day. He's like a long lost brother I haven't found. My most favorite pod cast so far. Take care. Rick from Ottawa.

@themosgulakey7549 Ай бұрын

Best episode yet! What a champ!

@JimBairdAdventurer Ай бұрын

Thanks!

@jampuppy Ай бұрын

What a great conversation. Mike is a fantastic storyteller! Very entertaining.

@JimBairdAdventurer Ай бұрын

Absolutely! Thanks for tuning in.

@sighlentz Ай бұрын

The placement of the first ad was cliffhanger perfection! Just like how old TV channels used to do it, lol!! Love you and Tori's channels!! This podcast is becoming a real fave of mine. Thanx Baird fam!

@JimBairdAdventurer Ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@FondelMikeRotch Ай бұрын

I used to go into Quetico park with Mike, his brother and father snowshoe ice fishing when he was young. We would fish lake trout and fill Mike father’s pack with trout and he would pack out that heavy thing every time, sweating like hell. And yes Mike was a little rascal back then lol.

@JimBairdAdventurer Ай бұрын

Haha, to much man, that’s awesome

@rfraser8752 Ай бұрын

I met Mike in Killarney while getting fish and chips after a trip. Great stories!

@starbright47 Ай бұрын

Hiya Jim, What interesting and joyous life stories of situations. Its good to see you both laughing together; I laughed was scared, excited, impressed and fascinated too. A remarkable gentleman indeed. This is a unique podcast Jim well done & Thank-you Both❣️

@MrJamesdCarter Ай бұрын

Mike's stories are epic. I have followed a few of them. It's great to see him on your podcast.

@MessyJesss Ай бұрын

What a cool guy!! I could listen to his stories for hours!! Great interview! Jim, you are also full of sisu.

@colincoker204 Ай бұрын

Great interview Mike has a few good and interesting stories.

@raymondcava4669 Ай бұрын

Awesome interview Jim ! you’re very good at interviewing your guest. Your guests always enjoy the interview as well ,🎉❤ it’s a fun fest.

@Kenworth4020 Ай бұрын

Had breakfast with this guy in Manitoba. Found him wandering around a cottage development at 7am Sunday in a rainstorm..lol..Interesting man

@JimBairdAdventurer Ай бұрын

Ha, too much. That awesome.

@andremorneault Ай бұрын

This Acadien appreciated the shoutout!

@JimBairdAdventurer Ай бұрын

Niiice!

@BlackSpruceCabinAK Ай бұрын

Love this chat session!

@JimBairdAdventurer Ай бұрын

Thanks!

@dandilionsandsunflowers Ай бұрын

I didn't want this to end! Adventures and living life in nature, simply the best! Looking forward to the next podcast Mike and Jim!

@georgemurphy9910 26 күн бұрын

Thanks so much for sharing your story about your experiences and your journey 👍👍🙏❤️

@JimBairdAdventurer 26 күн бұрын

Mike definitely had some person stories and more to share! What a great guy. Thanks a lot for watching.

@BuchholzTom Ай бұрын

Video of the year! I could listen to the 2 of you for days on end. Please have Mike back at some time.

@DonDufresne Ай бұрын

Man, I'm needing a couple beers with this interview. This is a fun listen, guys. Quarter way through prepping a cabbage bed. I'll finish this after getting 'provisions.' :-)

@robertday5113 Ай бұрын

This is your best interview yet, Mike made it feel like story time in my kitchen with an old friend. I hope to see him back again.

@JimBairdAdventurer Ай бұрын

That is a great way to put it. I had a blast doing this one for sure.

@erissmith845 Ай бұрын

Congrats on your new brew! Keep it up with the fascinating guests and great storytellers

@JimBairdAdventurer Ай бұрын

Will do but season 1 is almost over so I’m not going to pick it up again until the fall. Just because, I can’t be in two places at once and I’ve got a lot of expeditions to do.

@DavidJones-ly9bh Ай бұрын

Fun interview..couldn't help but think...that frog would be a heck of an insect deterrent!..

@alaskaphil8081 Ай бұрын

Great interview! Greetings from Alaska

@barbmorgenroth9365 Ай бұрын

Magnificent podcast!! Loved all of the stories shared between both of you. Thanks again ever so much. Stay safe and blessings!!

@themosgulakey7549 Ай бұрын

"Church mouse pissin on a cotton ball " jacked... lol

@waltb7943 Ай бұрын

Really informative and entertaining conversation. This episode was a classic.

@smkandmrr Ай бұрын

" But that's not my name" !! Hear that kids? Awesome.

@LakeVermilionDreams Ай бұрын

Whoa! Mike ran into the bear that Northern Scavenger saw prints of on their trip?! Holy cow, such a huge country, such a small world!!

@themosgulakey7549 Ай бұрын

Mike Ranta is too paddling as Martin Strel is to swimming! He needs a full length documentary Jim!

@JimBairdAdventurer Ай бұрын

Absolutely

@charliedeaton9727 Ай бұрын

Great share 👍!!

@juikke Ай бұрын

This was great Jim! Mike mention sisu💪🇫🇮

@kjames8299 Ай бұрын

Buck great dog north is too.

@kathyls74 12 күн бұрын

Inspiring!

@ADVENTUREKM Ай бұрын

This was a lot of fun to listen too. Especially the story with the frog and the canned chilli story. The lightening storm was crazy to hear about. Would be nice to see you do a trip together. Cheers

@mikelennox559 Ай бұрын

Our generations Terry Fox. He doesnt get enough credit

@jimfromm3981 Ай бұрын

I've watched all your podcasts, some more than once. I'm still trying to figure out if you are an exceptionally well prepared master interviewer or just a hell of a good conversationalist. Either way, they are always enjoyable. The mutual respect you and your guest share is remarkable, even though he looks like a bullfrog you pulled out of a bog. That respect has got to be a Canadian thing. Bottle it. Ship some down to the States. By the way, how can we get a Windbound brew without a long plane ride, a rental car, a rental canoe, and knocking on your door? LOL

@garymorgenroth1734 Ай бұрын

Hi Jim. Great interview. I have a suggestion for you. Way back in the seventies I went to White Otter lake northwest of Atikokan. At the north arm of the west leg of the lake is a castle built by a trapper in the early 1900’s for his fiancée in Thunder Bay. While he built the castle she ran off. When he went to Thunder Bay and found out he went back and hanged himself in the castle. As far as I know it’s still there. The lake I a great fishing lake with lake trout and others.

@MessyJesss Ай бұрын

I think Navy Seals are made of the same stuff this guys made of. I’m actually CERTAIN! What a BEAST!

@evanhammond7305 Ай бұрын

My cousin found a dead body of a fellow that jumped off the river bridge at Rocky Mountain House Alberta. He found the body near boogy Hall about 100km down river of Rocky Mountain house. Also, on the North Saskatchewan River. Jim, I would really like to see a hiker from Alberta, Marty up North on your pod cast. Marty is probably one of the most experienced hikers of the Alberta Rockies.

@jarilautiainen1306 Ай бұрын

WOW what a guy Ranta means beach in Finnish,Perkele

@ADVENTUREKM Ай бұрын

I was looking for the comment I made. I asked a couple of questions now i don't see it? Is KZfaq deleting them?

@movingkindaslow Ай бұрын

“Journies”?! 😀

@MrTemplerage Ай бұрын

Journies are when you write about your journeys and by extension videos I believe. Also those doing such writing, ie a journie. The journie wrote about his journey in his journal.

@movingkindaslow Ай бұрын

Very interesting, thanks!

@SeriousPoems Ай бұрын

First

@kjames8299 Ай бұрын

Coyotes will come right up to you within couple feet.

@MrTemplerage Ай бұрын

Jim, you and your wife should start wearing costumes on your trips too.

@mattg8787 10 күн бұрын

i know personally have talk to quite a few rude canadians with them calling me and other American's self centered and dumb for not wanting to spend more money then we have to and do tourist things in canada but im going to see alaska truth is it cost in the around 2 times the cost in gas to go less miles and im not made of money . if it was cheaper in gas American's would have more money to pump into canada economy not just the gas tank OK rant over PS love the podcast