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. 189: 100 Mile Endurance Race on Horseback - Lora Wereb

Ep. 189: 100 Mile Endurance Race on Horseback - Lora Wereb

Since 1955, horseback riders have been taking part in an event called the Tevis Cup. This 24 hour endurance race starts in Lake Tahoe, California and ends in Auburn 100 miles to the west. Breast cancer survivor Lora Wereb recently took on this grueling challenge in the race’s 61st year.   www.teviscup.org www.pegasuswinery.com www.firstdescents.org   Our Sponsors: * Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/ASP 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 Elo 201652min

Ep. 188: Where are they now? - Update episode with Jolandie, Greg, Bryan & Gavan

Ep. 188: Where are they now? - Update episode with Jolandie, Greg, Bryan & Gavan

Listen in to a special update episode where Travis chats with Jolandie Rust about her crazy schedule since the first interview back in February of 2015. We also catch up with Greg Valenzuela (hint: he's not in South America anymore). Bryan Snyder is back on to let us know where he's been hiking this summer and Gavan Hennigan returns to let us in on his cross-Atlantic rowing preparations.   Follow Jolandie Rust: www.jorust.com www.facebook.com/jolandie.rust Follow Greg Valenzuela: thestarvingcyclist.blogspot.com/ www.facebook.com/greg.valenzuela1 Follow Bryan Snyder: www.offthemapbooks.com www.instagram.com/offthemapbooks Follow Gavan Hennigan: www.gavanhennigan.com www.facebook.com/soulogav www.instagram.com/soulogav           Our Sponsors: * Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/ASP Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

1 Elo 20161h 2min

Ep. 187 - Backpacking and Climbing in James Peak Wilderness - Curt & Travis

Ep. 187 - Backpacking and Climbing in James Peak Wilderness - Curt & Travis

Curt and Travis share some fun from their recent backpacking trip in the James Peak Wilderness and an unexpected summit of the 13,300 foot James Peak.  What is it really like to backpack in Colorado wilderness and summit a major mountain?  Listen in on the fun! www.adventuresportspodcast.com www.180tack.com Check out some of the pictures from the trip on instagram! www.instagram.com/adventuresportspodcast/ Our Sponsors: * Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/ASP Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

28 Heinä 201650min

Ep. 186 - Biking Across Antarctica with Dr. Kate Leeming

Ep. 186 - Biking Across Antarctica with Dr. Kate Leeming

Dr. Kate Leeming is an expedition adventure traveler. She has biked a lot--more than twice the distance around the globe! Her travels have taken her through Europe, across Siberia, through Africa, all around Australia, for nice chilly ride in Greenland, and now she has Antarctica in her sites! Why not ride a bike to the South Pole! Listen in to hear all about what she has learned from her travels, about her ambitious plans for Antarctica, and even about all wheel drive adventure bicycles. Want more? Try Kate's book, Njinga. To support Kate's Breaking the Cycle South Pole expedition and to sign up for her newsletter, please contact her at www.KateLeeming.com. www.kateleeming.com Our Sponsors: * Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/ASP Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

25 Heinä 20161h 4min

Ep. 185: Thru-Hiking the Appalachian Trail - Liam Cremmins

Ep. 185: Thru-Hiking the Appalachian Trail - Liam Cremmins

Liam Cremins stops by to share his experiences from thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail and his advice for those considering the challenge. He also tells us of his dream to float down the Mississippi river on a home-made Huck Finn raft.  Our Sponsors: * Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/ASP Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

21 Heinä 201632min

Ep. 184: Mountaineering & Overcoming Adversity - Jeff Glasbrenner

Ep. 184: Mountaineering & Overcoming Adversity - Jeff Glasbrenner

Jeff Glasbrenner has goals.  Big ones.  As he summited Aconcagua, his guide suggested he climb Everest.  Why not?  So he did.  Now, not only does he have his sights set on the seven summits, but he is also planning on skiing to both the north and south poles.  Jeff is a motivational speaker who inspires us to live our dreams, no matter what our challenges may be.  You see, Jeff has only one leg.  Thanks, Jeff, for a great Everest trip report!  And thanks for reminding us to live life large! www.teamglas.com www.facebook.com/teamglas/ www.instagram.com/teamglas/ Our Sponsors: * Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/ASP 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 Heinä 201654min

Ep. 183: Overlanding Fulltime with the Family - Luisa & Graeme Bell

Ep. 183: Overlanding Fulltime with the Family - Luisa & Graeme Bell

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     Our Sponsors: * Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/ASP 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

Ep. 182: Canyoneering with Tom Jones

Ep. 182: Canyoneering with Tom Jones

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/ Our Sponsors: * Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/ASP 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

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