Ep. 1019: Trekking Across the Namibian Desert - Gillian Millar

Ep. 1019: Trekking Across the Namibian Desert - Gillian Millar

When Gillian was facing devastating challenges in her life, her husband, Aaron (ASP alumni), suggested she do an epic adventure to help process the grief and loss. Gillian decided to join a group of women that were aiming to be the first all-women group to trek across the Namibian Desert. By Gillian’s own admission, this adventure was terrifying and she was not remotely capable of completing it when she committed to do it.

Through months of training, planning, and preparing, Gillian set out with 17 other women from 12 nationalities to trek across the Namibian Desert. They collectively raised close to USD $70,000 for female survivors of war through Women on a Mission. Their mutual dedication to this cause not only pushed them beyond what they thought were their limits, but also wove the unbreakable bonds of sisterhood.

The expedition covered 144km (89.5 miles) over 5 days, scalings over 4,000 meters of the some of the world’s tallest sand dunes.

Gillian said of the adventure:

“The journey was an exhilarating mix of challenge and wonder, with long days of hiking in the searing heat juxtaposed with nights camping in the biting cold and howling winds as we neared the wild Atlantic coast. Our final evening was spent beneath a canopy of stars, beside a century-old shipwreck and amidst seal colonies.”


Are you in need of something epic?

Learn more about their cause:

https://www.womenmission.com

https://womenforwomen.org.uk



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ASP Stories Ep. 002: 8240: One Family's Life Above the Clouds

ASP Stories Ep. 002: 8240: One Family's Life Above the Clouds

Thanks all for the warm response to ASP Stories Episode 1! This is another bonus episode of your free audio book written and recorded by Curt Linville. This episode dives into some of the more subtle, but meaningful experiences of living in the woods at altitude. Staring Steller's jays, Mr. Fox, sunrises and aspen trees. Grab a cup of tea or coffee and put your feet up for a few minutes as we listen in on one family's life above the clouds.... Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

18 Marras 201726min

Ep. 323:  Thru Hiking the Appalachian Trail in 100 Days - Sarah Williams

Ep. 323: Thru Hiking the Appalachian Trail in 100 Days - Sarah Williams

Our friend Sarah Williams, host of the Tough Girl Podcast, is back with us today to talk about her recent 100-day Appalachian Trail thru hike. Sarah got the bug to thru hike one of the crown trails after learning of the successful completion on the Pacific Crest Trail by Cheryl Strayed. She managed to set herself a goal and piece together what she needed to succeed and succeed she did. Even though she had major concerns about her ability to accomplish this awesome feat in her 100 day timeline, she managed to do it and is here to tell us all about it.   Visit Sarah and find out more! https://www.toughgirlchallenges.com https://www.facebook.com/ToughGirlChallenges https://www.instagram.com/toughgirlchallenges https://twitter.com/_TOUGH_GIRL https://www.youtube.com/c/SarahWilliamsToughGirlChallenges     Be sure to check out the ActionHeat heated clothing and save 15% just for being an ASP listener! Go to www.action-heat.com/adventure to see all of their heated gear. Discount will automatically be applied by using this link or use COUPON CODE: ADVENTURE at checkout. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

16 Marras 20171h

Ep. 322: 1800+ Miles Across Patagonia Solo on Horseback - Nancy Pfeiffer

Ep. 322: 1800+ Miles Across Patagonia Solo on Horseback - Nancy Pfeiffer

As a neophyte horsewoman with a minimal command of the Spanish language, Nancy rode off across Patagonia, alone, on horseback. Over the next decade and three thousand miles of rugged horse trail, Patagonia’s wild country and the hardy pioneers who settled there took her in and changed her. The book "Riding Into the Heart of Patagonia" is the story of that journey. It is also the story of Patagonia, a spectacular wilderness and rich, self-sufficient culture on the brink of rapid change. The book is available for pre-order at Amazon now and will deliver May 1, 2018. www.nancypfeiffer.com www.ridingintotheheartofpatagonia.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Riding-Into-the-Heart-of-Patagonia-1700774059962723/ Pre-order the book: https://www.amazon.com/Riding-Heart-Patagonia-Nancy-Pfeiffer/dp/1945805676/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1506909691&sr=8-3-fkmr1&keywords=riding+in+the+heart+of+patagonia     Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

13 Marras 201749min

ASP Stories Ep. 001: 8240: One Family's Life Above the Clouds

ASP Stories Ep. 001: 8240: One Family's Life Above the Clouds

Welcome to the first of our Saturday bonus episodes. We will be having authors read from their books featuring each chapter as a new episode. Think of these bonus episodes as an ongoing audiobook for free. So sit back, relax and enjoy our first book "8240: One Family's Life Above the Clouds" written and recorded by Curt Linville, host of the Adventure Sports Podcast. "8240: One Family's Life Above the Clouds" is the story of a couple, and their infant, escaping the city and relocating to the front range foothills of Colorado as they grow their family and raise children at an elevation of 8240'.  Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

11 Marras 201731min

Ep. 321: Paddling 2300 Miles Down the Mighty Mississippi - Will Collins

Ep. 321: Paddling 2300 Miles Down the Mighty Mississippi - Will Collins

Will Collins AKA BuffaloRoamer dreamed of paddling the full length of the Mississippi river in a canoe from it's origin in Minnesota all of the way to the Gulf of Mexico. Will was kind enough to join Curt in the middle of his journey to explain the why and what of this awesome adventure. Follow Will on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BuffaloRoamer   Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

9 Marras 20171h 3min

Ep. 320: Everything You Need to Know About Bears - Mike McIntosh

Ep. 320: Everything You Need to Know About Bears - Mike McIntosh

Did you know that bears don't actually growl as Hollywood has you believe? Did you also know that a dog on a leash is a great bear deterrent, but a dog off its leash is a great way to have yourself a bear encounter? In this episode Mike McIntosh, of the Bear With Us Sanctuary Rehabilitation Center, helps us understand what we need to know about living with bears while playing in the wild. www.bearwithus.org info@bearwithus.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bearwithus.bears Twitter: https://twitter.com/bearwithusbears   Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

6 Marras 201758min

Ep. 319: Climbing the Ersfjordtraversen in Norway - Jens Jakob Anderson

Ep. 319: Climbing the Ersfjordtraversen in Norway - Jens Jakob Anderson

Jens Jakob Anderson is on the show today to talk about the rugged Ersfjordtraversen trek and climb along the north side of Norway's Ersfjord. Jens also runs RunRepeat which is an awesome website that helps you find the perfect running shoes for you with no bias to any brand. www.runrepeat.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/runrepeatcom/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/RunRepeatcom Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

2 Marras 20171h 15min

Ep. 318: South America Bike Tour - Anna McNuff & Faye Shepherd - Part 2

Ep. 318: South America Bike Tour - Anna McNuff & Faye Shepherd - Part 2

In October 2016 Anna McNuff saddled up on a bike called Bernard and set off as part of a two-woman team on a mission to explore some of the most beautiful and remote areas of the Southern Andes. Side by side, she and her friend Faye Shepherd spent 184 days pedaling their way 5,500 miles through Bolivia, Chile and Argentina. From the bustling city of La Paz, all the way down to Ushuaia – the last sizeable chunk of land before you reach Antarctica. Far from taking the shortest, most direct route, they sought the most mountainous course possible. By the time they returned to the UK in spring 2017 they had ascended over 100,000 metres  – equivalent to 11 times the height of Everest – on their bicycles. www.annamcnuff.com New Zealand Book: "The Pants of Perspective" Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

30 Loka 201752min

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