Writing Don’t Fight It, Just Ride It with Matt Rigsby

January 30, 2025

Join Melanie Johnson co-owner of Elite Online Publishing, as she interviews Matt Rigsby, the author of the recently published book, “Don’t Fight It, Just Ride It,” a compelling narrative filled with personal stories from his extraordinary life. He is also the founder of the Medicine River Academy, an outdoor education business with a focus on river rafting and connecting people with nature.

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What You’ll Learn In This Episode:

  • Book Writing and Motivation

  • Publishing Process

  • Connection with Nature and Healing

Quotes:

“I finally, about a year ago, decided I was going to treat it like my job last winter and sat down and in my mind I was like, I’m going to write for six to eight hours a day. And it, there were a lot of days it turned into 12, 14 hours.” (01:13)

“I live in a tiny little town in the Rocky Mountains of Idaho, and there’s 3,000 people in my town, you know, so it’s pretty, pretty limited. Mostly ranchers and stuff, and nothing against any of them. But I didn’t find, I don’t have A lot of people that think the way I do here and through the writing of the book now those people are kind of finding me.” (06:54)

“I just sent a sample story, one of the stories from the book that I had written to a publisher and he read the story and said, this is great. Write the book and we’ll publish it.” (09:29)

About Matt Rigsby:

With nearly three decades of kayaking and guiding rafting expeditions around the globe, Matt Rigsby brings a wealth of experience and passion to the rivers of Salmon, Idaho. As the proud owner of Kookaburra Rafting, Matt’s dedication to adventure and outdoor pursuits knows no bounds. An avid mountain biker and skier, Matt’s life revolves around the great outdoors, where he finds solace and inspiration. Beyond his personal pursuits, Matt is deeply committed to sharing his love for nature and instilling a sense of stewardship in younger generations. He passionately believes that fostering a reverence for Mother Earth is key to building a healthier society and planet for future generations. Join Matt on a journey of exploration and discovery as he leads the way towards a brighter, more sustainable future.

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