On this episode of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly has tips for staying safe when paddling watercraft of all types, and Lawrence speaks with Renee Kuester-Sebranek about her recent tandem sky diving experience. Lawrence has tips on boarding and exiting watercraft safely and reflects on his favorite watercraft experiences. Highlights Introduction (00:00) Lilly’s Paddleboard Safety Tips (00:38) Interview with Renee Kuester-Sebranek About Skydiving Blind (07:12) Safety Tips for Boarding and E...
Aug 18, 2024•29 min•Ep. 112
On this episode of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly shares rising concerns over spreading biophobia, the fear of nature. Lawrence has an interview with Ivan Saul, a Canadian surfer who is blind, and spends much of the year surfing the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Panama. Ivan shares tips on blind surfing, and Lawrence reflects on socially equitable risk-taking behaviour. Highlights Introduction (00:00) Lilly Explains Biophobia – the Fear of Nature (00:32) Interview with Ivan Saul – Blind ...
Aug 04, 2024•27 min•Ep. 111
On this episode of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly shares facts about moose, and Lawrence speaks with LeeAnna and Brian Luoma from Reelistic Replicas, producers of two-dimensional fish art. We have tips on what makes for an accessible dock and a reflection on why so many docks are both inaccessible and unusable. Highlights Intro (00:00) Meet the Moose with Lilly (00:33) LeeAnna and Brian Luoma from Reelistic Replicas (07:17) Accessible Docks (21:25) Show Close (28:11) About Reelistic Repli...
Jul 21, 2024•29 min•Ep. 110
On this episode of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly gets us up to speed on the latest sea turtle facts, and Lawrence has a wonderful interview to share with his "brother from another mother" over in India. Mr. K Srirum is a conservationist, environmentalist, advocate for access to assistive technologies, and happens to be blind. Lawrence has tips on selecting the right personal flotation device when aboard all manner of watercraft, and reflects on people who just can’t be bothered to wear a...
Jul 07, 2024•28 min•Ep. 109
On Episode 106 of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly shares news about Water Watcher’s campaign to turn Swifties into environmental advocates, Lawrence speaks with Amy Bower, an oceanographer who is blind, about her sonification of marine data, and we offer tips on stand-up paddle boarding blind.About Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther: Listen live Saturdays and Sundays at 2:30 p.m. Eastern over basic cable on AMI-audio, or stream episodes as a podcast. Send us your comments at Feedback@AMI.Ca an...
Jun 24, 2024•28 min•Ep. 108
On Episode 105 of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly shares news about her favourite mammal, the otter, and Lawrence speaks with Alison Whiting about the Accessible Parl Initiative. Lawrence has tips on selecting the right paddle for the job and reflects on the difference between canoe camping and canoe tripping. Highlights Introduction (00:00) Lilly’s Favourite Mammal: the Otter (00:22) Alison Whiting on Accessible Park Initiative (06:26) Lawrence’s Tips on Selecting the Right Paddle for the...
Jun 09, 2024•29 min•Ep. 107
On Episode 104 of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly shares news about killer whales sinking yachts, and Lawrence speaks with Peter Reed about how to hunt with a limb difference. Lawrence has tips on selecting the right all-terrain vehicle, or ATV, and reflects on sharing territory with alpha predators. Highlights: Show Intro (00:00) Lilly on Killer Whale Attacks (00:33) Interview with Peter Reed on Hunting with a Disability (04:40) Lawrence’s Tips for Choosing the Right All-Terrain Vehicle (...
May 26, 2024•27 min•Ep. 106
On Episode 103 of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly shares news about the largest-ever swarm of cicadas taking over much of the United States this summer. Then, Lawrence speaks with CBC executive producer Dugald Maudsley about the new three-part series called "The Secret World of Sound." Lawrence also shares how he uses his Apple Airpod Pros to hear more of nature’s sounds and reflects on why we all need to pay more attention to listening to nature. Highlights Introduction (00:00) Lilly Lame...
May 12, 2024•29 min•Ep. 105
On Episode 102 of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly and Lawrence talk about attending Canon’s World Unseen exhibit in London and Lawrence speaks with Canon's Peter Morris and Mathew Faulkner about the tactile graphic technology and the inspiration behind the exhibit. And, Lawrence reflects on why he thinks the technology is the closest he’s ever come to seeing with his fingers. Highlights Show Intro (00:00) Lilly’s Thoughts on the Canon World Unseen Exhibit (00:33) Introducing Peter Morris &...
Apr 28, 2024•27 min•Ep. 104
On Episode 101 of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly describes interesting exhibits at The British Museum during their recent visit to the UK. The two then meet up with Philip Ling of Maitland Tower to experience the path of totality along the north shore of the St. Lawrence River. Lawrence has some tips to share on eye safety in the outdoors and reflects on what it was like to experience the solar eclipse in the path of totality. Highlights Show Open (00:00) Visiting The British Museum with ...
Apr 14, 2024•28 min•Ep. 103
On Episode 100 of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly has news about the largest animals ever to have inhabited the earth. Then, Lawrence speaks with Dirk Price from Alabama about the deer hunting program he runs with his local Lions Club to give people with disabilities the chance to hunt. And, Lawrence has breaking news about a new image printing tactile graphic technology from Canon and reflects on the evolution of tactile graphic technology over the decades. About Outdoors with Lawrence Gu...
Mar 30, 2024•27 min•Ep. 102
On Episode 99 of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly shares good news about the state of Monarch butterflies. Then, Lawrence speaks with fishing professional David Chong about recent significant advancements in underwater sonar technologies now being used on recreational fishing boats. And, Lawrence has tips on fishing boat accessibility and reflects on how boats have evolved to fit people’s fishing preferences. Highlights: Introduction (00:00) Lilly on Monarch Butterflies (00:37) David Chong ...
Mar 17, 2024•28 min•Ep. 101
On this episode of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly shares news about Canada’s Arctic foxes, and Lawrence speaks with Dalhousie University’s Chris Harvey-Clark about his new book “In Search of the Great Canadian Shark.” With spring on the way, we have tips on how to decide what type of angler you are, and Lawrence reflects on the path to becoming a responsible angler. Highlights: Introduction (00:00) Lilly on the Arctic Fox (00:39) Chris Harvey-Clark on his book “In Search of the Great Cana...
Mar 03, 2024•28 min•Ep. 100
In Episode 97 of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, we begin with Lilly describing the life choices of snowy owls. Then, Lawrence speaks with Jenna White from the Invasive Species Centre about what we can all do to prevent the spread of invasive species, and he has tips on how to stay upright while walking on ice blind. Highlights: Show Open (00:00) Lilly on Snowy Owls (00:31) Interview with Jenna White from the Invasive Species Centre (04:05) Tips for Walking on Ice with your Guide Dog (21:33) Pub...
Feb 18, 2024•25 min•Ep. 99
On Episode 96 of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly tells us why baby sharks are cute. Then, Lawrence speaks with Jeff Butler, an electric boat expert and editor of the Plugboats newsletter, offers five tips on buying a boat, and reflects on driving boats blind. Highlights: Show Open (00:00) Lilly on Why Baby Sharks Are Cute (00:34) Jeff Butler Interview on Boats (05:21) 5 Tips on Finding the Right Boat (20:34) Reflections on Boating Blind (25:29) Show Close (27:46) Guest Bio – https://plugbo...
Feb 04, 2024•28 min•Ep. 98
On Episode 95 of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly shares news about beavers on the move and the world’s largest beaver dam. Then, Lawrence speaks with Abraham Francis of the Mohawk of Akwesasne First Nations about past and current connections to the St. Lawrence River, we have tips on staying warm on the ice, and Lawrence reflects on why he enjoys snowmobiling. Highlights: Show Open (00:00) Lilly Talks About the World’s Largest Beaver Dam (00:51) The Original Wild Beavers & their Descen...
Jan 21, 2024•28 min•Ep. 97
On Episode 94 of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly and Lawrence look back at 2023, and ahead to what’s coming in 2024. National Geographic photographer Brent Stirton is back for the final installment of his three-part series on photographing environmental and human conflict. And, Lawrence appeared on AMI's NOW with Dave Brown to discuss accessible and safe ice fishing tips and tech for you and your guide dog. Winter has landed, time to get out there and enjoy the season. Highlights: Show Ope...
Jan 07, 2024•27 min•Ep. 96
On Episode 93 of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly explores how scientists are measuring the resilience of Canada’s Boreal Forest after the worst year of forest fires on record. Also, National Geographic photographer Brent Stirton shares stories about what it’s like for people who are blind and living in Third World countries, Lawrence has a few tips on how to safely and sustainably trim back and space trees, and reflects on why he has a special place in his heart for Canada’s evergreens. Hi...
Dec 24, 2023•26 min•Ep. 95
On this episode of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly shares a story about dolphins rescuing a mother and baby whale from sharks, and we learn about marine mammal communications. National Geographic photographer Brent Stirton shares stories about his 25 years of photographing and reporting on environmental conflict, and Lawrence has a few tips on taking pictures without the use of sight. Lawrence also reflects on getting outdoors to open up your hearing.. Highlights: Introduction (00:00) How ...
Dec 10, 2023•28 min•Ep. 94
On this episode of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly reveals the mystery of sea turtles, and special guest Emilie DeRochie shares her experience as an Ocean Bridge Intern and why inclusion is more important than ever. Lawrence shares some tips on how you can get a start as a conservation or environmental professional and reflects on his own career challenges and successes as a professional conservationist who is blind. Catch Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther every Saturday and Sunday on AMI-aud...
Nov 26, 2023•28 min•Ep. 93
On this episode of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, we explore what gives certain animals night vision, and hear first-hand from someone who experienced violence and was then able to heal thanks to spending time in the outdoors. Lawrence has some tips for people with partial sight on how to adjust to bright or low light conditions and a reflection to share on living with low or no light in the Arctic during the winter. Find out how to make the most of the upcoming winter months, and how nature ca...
Nov 12, 2023•28 min•Ep. 92
On this episode of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly describes how to identify crows from ravens using sight and sound. Plus, we have Dave Epstein from All Terrain Cane on to discuss his cane and what’s coming next, as well as offering tips on how people are using it. And, Lawrence reflects on just how much tech we need to make a good working white cane. Catch us on Saturdays and Sundays on AMI-audio at our new time at 2:30 p.m. Eastern.About Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther: Listen live Satur...
Oct 30, 2023•27 min•Ep. 91
In this episode, we cover the gamut from animals we hate to the birds we love. Yes, rats and loons. Plus, Lilly has some interesting experiences to share as a former owner of rats as pets, Margie Manthey talks to us about her “Get the Lead Out of Fishing” campaign to protect loons and other birds, Lawrence has some tips to share on travelling internationally with your guide dog and a reflection on why we need to be open to new information about wild animals and our beliefs and actions.About Outd...
Oct 14, 2023•28 min•Ep. 90
On Episode 87 of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly shares details about amazing fireflies. Lawrence then speaks with Water Ranger’s founder Kat Kavanagh about inclusive water testing, Lilly shares her favourite water tests she conducted over the summer, and Lawrence reflects on the link between water quality and fish health. It won’t be long until all this water is locked in ice again, so let’s make sure we make the most of the last warm weather.About Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther: Listen l...
Oct 01, 2023•28 min•Ep. 89
On Episode 86 of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, we speak with Ron Walsh, who is blind, about living the outdoor life. Ron offers up some tips on modifying a muzzleloader for sighted targeting assistance; Lawrence reflects on forest fires, smoke, and what it means for the iconic campfire; and in Lilly’s “Did You Know” segment, she explores myths and facts surrounding the Northern Lights. Ron is the host of AMI-tv series Blind Adventures with Ron Walsh , where Ron and his friends explore Saskatch...
Sep 16, 2023•25 min•Ep. 88
On this episode of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, we explore giant insects, dogs and people with disabilities fleeing forest fires, using Be My Eyes Chat GBT4 to describe fishing lure colours, and what a summer filled with fire could mean for Canada. Listen live on Sundays at 3 p.m. Eastern over basic cable on AMI-audio, or stream episodes as a podcast. Send us your comments at Feedback@AMI.Ca and rank us on Apple Podcast.About Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther: Listen live Saturdays and Sundays a...
Sep 03, 2023•28 min•Ep. 87
On Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly and Lawrence explore the regulations that govern what people who are blind or partially sighted are legally allowed to do in the outdoors. We are also talking about fishing, boating and hunting; what’s legal, what’s ethical, and what’s doable? We include tips on using technology when hunting when you are blind or partially sighted, and Lawrence reflects on why harvesting nature’s bounty represents an essential relationship with nature that needs to be bui...
Aug 20, 2023•26 min•Ep. 86
On Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther Lilly reveals the benefits of keeping a reptile as a pet, and then it’s part III of our visit to Garnseys Feral Acres and a tour of their farm animal rescue. Tips and Tech covers mid-summer fishing techniques, and I reflect on catching snakes in the wild. Listen live Sundays at 3: pm Eastern over basic cable on AMI Audio, or stream episodes as a podcast. Send us your comments at Feedback@AMI.Ca and rank us on Apple Podcast.About Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther: L...
Aug 06, 2023•27 min•Ep. 85
On Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly explores the acrobatic abilities of urban squirrels, and then it’s Part 2 of our visit to Garnsey's Feral Acres and their rescued farm animals. Lawrence offers up some tips for keeping you and your dog safe from ticks and reflects on why people with vision loss especially need to be prepared for a hot summer.About Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther: Listen live Saturdays and Sundays at 2:30 p.m. Eastern over basic cable on AMI-audio, or stream episodes as a p...
Jul 23, 2023•26 min•Ep. 84
On this episode of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly explores the allure of paddle sports and how to stay safe, and we kick off a three-part series featuring our visit to Garnsey's Feral Acres and their over 75 farm animal rescues. Also, Lawrence has tips to share about paddling blind and reflects on staying safe on water during extreme weather events. Listen live on Sundays at 3 p.m. Eastern over basic cable on AMI-audio, or stream episodes as a podcast. Send us your comments at Feedback@AM...
Jul 09, 2023•28 min•Ep. 83
