Interview with Kellen Parrish
Todays interview is with Kellen Parrish, founder of Ocean Cowboy Outfitters. Kellen is right in the middle of a crowdfunding project for his Cabazon-1 spearfishing backpack, designed for serious spearos who hike to remote dive spots. Hear about Kellen’s journey in marine science, badass lingcod hunts, and his passion for creating innovative gear that blends functionality with the spirit of adventure. Dive into fascinating discussions on spearfishing techniques, local diving conditions, and the significance of sustainable fishing practices. Also, get a taste of the culinary delights of Peruvian seafood dishes!
Here is the KickStarter campaign you can donate to, to help get this awesome backpack onto the market!
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- 00:00 Intro
- 04:50 Welcome Kellen Parrish
- 06:02 The Origin of Ocean Cowboy Outfitters
- 07:20 Diving Conditions in Oregon
- 10:01 The Cabazon One Spearfishing Backpack
- 17:16 Fisheries Science and Gear Design
- 36:56 Travel and Utility of the Backpack
- 42:49 Great White Shark Encounter
- 45:33 Early Spearfishing Experiences
- 45:49 College and Vegetarian Streak
- 46:22 Living in Guatemala and Return to Spearfishing
- 48:21 Moral Frameworks and Eating Meat
- 52:01 Formative Water Experiences
- 52:10 Spearfishing Fitness Program
- 52:58 Hydration and Gear Sponsors
- 54:05 Rite of Passage and Family Influence
- 59:04 Spearfishing in Oregon
- 01:05:27 Challenges with Urchin Barons
- 01:09:36 Cooking and Seafood Recipes
- 01:14:25 Marine Science and Conservation
- 01:18:50 Funniest Spearfishing Memory
- 01:20:19 Spearo Q&A and Closing Remarks
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