Joe Bassett grew up immersed in the outdoors, skipping school to read survival stories and test his limits with just one match and a dream.
But by adulthood, he was chasing a different path: a career in music and ministry.
For decades, the wild part of him lay dormant. In his 50s, a return to his father’s wilderness camp triggered a deep awakening.
Joe launched Valiant Outfitters to help others reclaim themselves through survival skills, backpacking, and time away from the noise of modern life.
In this episode of UnLost Cause, Joe reflects on imposter syndrome, near-death moments, book deals, and why nature is the best place to find out who you really are.
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