In this episode of The Last Easy Mile, Josh sits down with Devin, better known online as @OutdoorDevin — a third-generation Coloradan, retired U.S. Army Green Beret, and outdoor educator who’s turning his decades of field experience into practical lessons for everyday adventurers.
From a late-night Army recruitment call that changed his life to twenty years in Special Forces, Devin’s story moves from combat zones to Colorado’s 14,000-foot peaks — with a powerful message about purpose, preparation, and finding peace in the mountains.
Together, Josh and Devin dig into:
• How military training shaped his mindset for the outdoors
• What every new hiker should master before hitting the trail
• The truth about bear spray, maps, and ultralight culture
• Lessons from close wildlife encounters and solo summits
• Why the outdoors heals — and how to share it with your kids
Whether you’re planning your first hike, chasing Colorado 14ers, or rebuilding life after big transitions, this one’s for you.
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Guest: @OutdoorDevin on Instagram
Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado
Mentioned:
• HIMALI — technical mountain apparel
• 14ers.com — Colorado 14er route and condition reports
• AllTrails, OnX, Gaia GPS – trail research and offline maps
