Speaker Biographies and Program Descriptions
Rod Johnson is the owner and 1970 founder of Midwest Mountaineering (midwestmtn.com), your locally owned outdoor adventure outfitter. With his wife, Sharon, Rod has traveled the globe in search of great outdoor adventures which can be shared with you each Outdoor Adventure Expo!
His programs provide resource sheets giving you the information you will need for planning your own adventure: how to prepare, where to go, what to bring, how to keep your gear weight down, getting visas and permits, and how to keep the cost down.
He truly loves helping others have fun and safe outdoor experiences. Come catch his enthusiasm!
52 years ago Rod only had $500, so he wrote to outdoor gear manufacturers and got dealerships so he could get his gear for wholesale. He sold gear to his friends from his kitchen.
After 52 years his mission has changed to helping and encouraging others have great outdoor adventures, instead of just retailing.
Rod will present a slideshow with a Question & Answer session to follow.
Sunday, Nov. 20th, 12:15p.m., U of M – Hanson Hall, Room 1-105
The Southwest region of the United States is one of Rod and Sharon's favorite getaways! This presentation will recommend hikes in the Grand Canyon, Zion, Bryce, Joshua Tree, Death Valley, Valley of Fire, Sedona, the Wave and Red Rocks.
Rod and Sharon took their own advice and did a quick getaway to the SW. Not only was it easy, fun and relaxing, but they took several new photos to add to their presentation. He will talk about trails, what to take, permits and where to stay. The recommended hikes are also spectacular throughout the year.
He will talk about trails, what to take, permits and where to stay.
Saturday, Nov. 19th, 2:15p.m., U of M – Hanson Hall, Room 1-106