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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Ep. 317: South America Bike Tour - Anna McNuff & Faye Shepherd - Part 1

Ep. 317: South America Bike Tour - Anna McNuff & Faye Shepherd - Part 1

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

26 Loka 201749min

Ep. 316: Human Powered Traverse of the Planet - Sarah Outen

Ep. 316: Human Powered Traverse of the Planet - Sarah Outen

London2London:Via the World  Between 2011 and 2015, Sarah Outen kayaked, cycled and rowed over 20,000 miles around the northern hemisphere - across Europe and Asia, the Pacific, North America and the Atlantic. It was a journey of contrasts and extremes in terrain, weather, cultures and climates. Book: "Dare to Do" www.sarahouten.com Twitter: @Sarahouten Kickstarter campaign for the film of London2London:Via the World film : https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sarahouten/london2london-via-the-world-by-sarah-outen-and-jen Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

23 Loka 201758min

Ep. 315: How Dangerous are Adventure Sports - Curt Linville

Ep. 315: How Dangerous are Adventure Sports - Curt Linville

On today's show, Curt spends some time discussing the dangers of adventure sports and things you can do to help mitigate them. Adventure sports can be dangerous, but you can do a lot to stay safe. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

19 Loka 20171h 12min

Ep. 314: 40 Marathons in 40 Days - Mina Guli

Ep. 314: 40 Marathons in 40 Days - Mina Guli

Mina Guli wanted to do something to raise awareness about the world's looming clean water shortage, so she took on the monumental adventure of running the equivalent of 40 marathons in just 40 days. She also ran down 6 of the world’s great rivers, on 6 continents in just 6 weeks. Listen in to hear her story!   Website:  www.minaguli.com Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/MinaGuliWater/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/minaguli Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/minaguli/     Sarah Outen's Kickstarter Campaign: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sarahouten/london2london-via-the-world-by-sarah-outen-and-jen   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 Loka 20171h 6min

Ep. 313: Paddling 250 Miles on the River Thames - Krista Halling

Ep. 313: Paddling 250 Miles on the River Thames - Krista Halling

Krista Halling, Glen Chilton and their mascot Alfred the Kingfisher paddle 250 miles from the source of the River Thames in rural England, through 44 locks and then through the city of London and around the north coast of Kent, to inspire school children and others to have outdoor adventures, big or small. Twitter: @thamestrip Facebook: fallingdownthethames Glen's Site: www.glenchilton.com/falling-down-the-thames-for-young-adventurers Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

12 Loka 201756min

Ep. 312: Downhills Don't Come Free - Cycling Alaska to Mexico - Jerry Holl

Ep. 312: Downhills Don't Come Free - Cycling Alaska to Mexico - Jerry Holl

Jerry Holl decided on a whim that he'd like to embark on an experience of a lifetime by riding a bicycle from Alaska to Mexico. With little to no cycling training, he did just that. Listen in to hear about this awesome adventure and try not to be inspired! Don't forget to check out his book about his trip too: "Downhills Don't Come Free" Site: www.downhillsdontcomefree.com Book: www.downhillsdontcomefree.johnsonwebsites.com/get-the-book Facebook: www.facebook.com/jerry.holl.16 Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UC15Q30gidA3hW_8al02d-1Q/videos     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 Loka 20171h

Ep. 311: The Wayfaring Band - Andrea Moore

Ep. 311: The Wayfaring Band - Andrea Moore

The Wayfaring Band is not an upcoming group of musicians out of Seattle, but they are a band of adventurous and caring people who help those with disabilities get out and travel the country and world. Andrea Moore is the Executive Director and Co-Founder of the Wayfaring Band and she's on today to fill us in on what it is they do.  www.thewayfaringband.com email: info@thewayfaringband.com Facebook: TheWayfaringBand Twitter: @wayfaringband     Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

5 Loka 20171h 14min

Ep. 310: The Adventures of Mountain Biking - Brittany & Frank Konsella

Ep. 310: The Adventures of Mountain Biking - Brittany & Frank Konsella

Brittany and Frank Konsella are back to talk about the beauty of mountain biking. If you are into mountain biking or have had the desire to pick it up as your next adventure sport, you won't want to miss this one. So sit back, relax and enjoy some MTB! www.14erskiers.com/blog/crested-butte-mountain-bike-guide CBG Trail Quest App: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=us.gomaps.cbgtrailsmap     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 Loka 201756min

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