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EP 110: Slaying Dragons from the wheelchair - Derek Demun T8 Outdoors
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Ron & Kris sit down this week with Derek Demun, the inspiring T8 paraplegic outdoorsman and host of the T8 Outdoors Podcast (@t8_outdoorsman). After a devastating construction accident at age 21 left him paralyzed from the chest down (T8 level), Derek refused to let limits define him. Instead, he turned his story into a mission: proving that adventure, hunting, fishing, 3D archery, and life itself have no boundaries when fueled by grit, perseverance, and deep faith in God.
In this powerful episode, Derek opens up about:
- The accident that changed everything and how he found strength to rebuild
- Rediscovering (and redefining) his passion for the outdoors—adaptive hunting with archery gear, fishing, off-roading, and more
- How faith in God has been his anchor through recovery, challenges, and triumphs
- His journey hosting the T8 Outdoors Podcast, interviewing disabled adventurers who live without limits, and inspiring others to get outside for mental, physical, and spiritual freedom
- Real talk on adaptive outdoors: overcoming barriers, mindset shifts, and why the outdoors is for everyone
This was one of those episodes that leaves you motivated and grateful—Derek's story is a reminder that no obstacle is too big when you lean on faith, community, and pure determination. Nature is our Playground... and Derek proves it has no limits!
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Email/Contact: derekdemun@hotmail.com (for stories, ideas, or support)
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