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

Five years ago Luisa and Graeme Bell along with there kids Keelan and Jessica set out to explore the African continent via Overland vehicle. It didn't take but a few days back in the home in South Africa to realize that they needed to see more. Much more! So they put their existing lives aside, purchased a 2009 Land Rover Defender 130 and outfitted it for full-time living. The Bells then started to roam. Their travels have taken them around the African continent nearly twice and then up through South and Central America winding them through the United States and up to Alaska. We've caught up with them while they are house sitting in Baja Mexico. Listen in to hear how they do it and what experiences they've had so far!   Facebook: facebook.com/a2a.expedition Instagram is www.instagram.com/graeme.r.bell Website: www.a2aexpedition.com We Will Be Free book - www.a2aexpedition.com/#!author/c16nk     Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

14 Heinä 20161h 6min

After over 20 years as a technical rock climber, Tom Jones discovered the desert and the joys of canyoneering! Listen in as Tom gives us an excellent introduction to this fascinating sport and recounts some great stories about canyoneering. What is it like to rap down into a deep sandstone slot and to walk and climb where few have ever gone before? Magical lighting, oases in the desert, the wind singing through the rocks.... Sound like the adventure for you? This is the show for you. www.canyoneeringusa.com/ Tom's new book! www.canyoneeringusa.com/books/zion-canyoneering-guidebook/ 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 Heinä 201647min

While thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail in 1996, Whitney LaRuffa found his new hiking companion, a wandering dog which he named Erwin after the town in Tennessee where they met. Erwin continued the AT hike the rest of the way through to Maine and went on to accompany Allgood for 13 years on many more hikes. Whitney joins Travis from his Continental Divide Trail thru-hike on today's show to talk about hiking with dogs and the adventures of hiking America's greatest trails.   www.thedagodiaries.com www.aldhawest.org www.allgoodsk9adventures.com www.facebook.com/AllgoodsK9Adventures twitter.com/AGK9Adventures www.instagram.com/agk9adventures Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

7 Heinä 20161h 8min

Chris Warner has been a professional climber since 1983 leading over 200 international expeditions. He has summited at over 19,000 feet more than 120 times! If you want to know more about mountaineering, this is the episode for you.  Listen in today as he describes a lot about climbing and a lot about leadership and building great teams. Chris is also the keynote speaker and the owner of Earth Treks climbing gyms. Don't miss this one. Great show, Chris! Thanks! www.earthtreksclimbing.com www.chrisbwarner.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

4 Heinä 201654min

Craig Dinkel's adventurous life began with a near-drowning at the very young age of just 2. But instead of this experience leaving him with a fear of water, Craig ultimately became an excellent swimmer competing for Cal State and qualifying for the Olympic trials. He’s an entrepreneur having grown a company from ground level into a half billion dollar market only to be wiped out by the dot com crash. Craig eventually found himself at the summit of 13,775 ft Grand Teton in Wyoming and ultimately catching the bug to attempt a through hike of the Continental Divide Trail and hopefully bag the triple crown thru-hiking the Continental Divide Trail, Pacific Crest Trail and the Appalachian Trail. Craig is also the founder and owner of the supplements company BioTropic Labs.   www.biotropiclabs.com   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 Kesä 20161h 21min

Mt Kilimanjaro is Africa’s highest peak extending 19,341 ft above sea level. As the tallest free-standing mountain in the world, it’s made up of 3 volcanic cones, the highest being Kibo which is currently dormant. Although Kibo hasn’t erupted in 360,000 years, there’s always a chance it could do so again someday. On today’s show, Jeff Timmons talks about his ascent of Mt Kilimanjaro and his unique way of funding his amazing adventure. Visit this AirBnB link to get a $150 bonus when you list your home or room: www.airbnb.com/hostwithjeff     https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CNE25uHYxf8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6bDLeKVVSKo https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jXK31Ky_bxU http://www.cbcf.org/Pages/default.aspx https://jeffsclimb.wordpress.com/ @JeffreyTimmons   Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

27 Kesä 201652min

Today's show is a continuation of Monday's show on Backpacking.  This one is packed even more full of know how, tips, and tricks for making your next backpacking trip more fun and rewarding.  There is a LOT of information in this show, so make sure to have a pen and some paper ready.  And please add your ideas to the show notes by leaving a comment below.  Thanks! www.180tack.com www.adventuresportspodcast.com   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 Kesä 20161h 9min

Backpacking season is upon us and it is timely to talk about all things backpacking.  If you love the sport or if you are just curious, then tune it.  Tips, tricks, and some fun stories.  This part 1 of the 2-part show covers reasons to go backpacking, packs, tents, and a lot more.  Part 2 will get into footwear, food, first aid, places to go, etc.  You know you have been curious.  It is time to make it happen! www.180tack.com www.adventuresportspodcast.com   Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

20 Kesä 201657min