Phil Schulz | Episode 22

Phil is best known as the manager who cultivated the Mt. Spokane terrain park into what it is today. He built a team culture rooted in respect, hard work, and genuine camaraderie. His crew came back season after season because they didn’t just work for him, they believed in his vision of what the park could be. Phil helped shape the park into a place for everyone: dedicated rail riders, jumpers, beginners and the old heads looking to hit some steel and catch a bit of air. Phil was also pivotal in bringing the rope tow to life, pushing the park into a new era of progression and accessibility.

Phil wasn’t just a manager. He was a builder of culture, a champion of inclusivity, and a friend to countless riders who felt his impact. This episode we get into surfing, climbing, fit checks, summers at Mt. Hood, Thunder Bears, lost radios, and so much more!

Show Flow

00:00 Intro to Phill Schulz
02:53 Phil's Background and Early Life
04:45 Phil's Snowboarding Journey
11:02 Surfing Adventures
15:51 Mt. Spokane Terrain Park Management
19:37 Community Building and Impact
25:29 Listener Questions
36:16 Fun and Personal Insights
38:41 Keeping Warm in the Park
41:35 Favorite Snowboarding Gear
43:00 Mountaineering and Climbing Adventures
47:26 Working at Mount Hood
48:33 Off-Season Jobs and High-Rise Window Cleaning
53:22 Shoutouts and Quick Hitters
01:01:59 Hot Takes and Final Thoughts

Keep up with Phil
Instagram: @phildabear

Hosted by: Wild Cannons
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Partnership: Uprise Brewing Co.
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Produced by: Spokast!
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