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. 150: Adventure Racing & Ski Mountaineering with Jari Kirkland Hiatt

Ep. 150: Adventure Racing & Ski Mountaineering with Jari Kirkland Hiatt

Adventure racing in Patagonia!  Jari Kirkland Hiatt tells us all about paddling, trekking, and biking while orienteering the wilds!  Hear her amazing stories not just about adventure racing but also about ski mountaineering on the US Team!  Do you have what it takes for adventures on the mega scale?  Find out more on this show! www.patagonianexpeditionrace.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

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Ep. 149: Adventure Travel by Motorcycle with Sam Manicom

Ep. 149: Adventure Travel by Motorcycle with Sam Manicom

Sam Manicom is well known for his travels throughout the world by motorcycle. He's logged over 200,000 miles through 55 countries! Sam has written 4 great books on the subject that you're sure to enjoy. Listen in to today's show as Sam recounts a few good stories from his travels and shares some advice for those thinking of venturing out on their own!   www.sam-manicom.com Into Africa Under Asian Skies Distant Suns Tortillas to Totems www.thebookdepository.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

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Ep. 148: Backpacking and Survival PLUS a Great Book

Ep. 148: Backpacking and Survival PLUS a Great Book

Brian Adey is a backpacking and wilderness survival enthusiast, a teacher, and an author who shares his joy of backpacking with us as well as his new novel, The Adventure of a Lifetime.  Ever wonder what it would take to survive a true extended wilderness emergency?  Brian talks about foods, gear, & strategies in today's show.  And he gives us a sneak peak into his great new novel to boot! Get the book at Amazon.   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 Maalis 201654min

Ep. 147: Mt. Everest Avalanches and Overcoming Adversity with Alex Staniforth

Ep. 147: Mt. Everest Avalanches and Overcoming Adversity with Alex Staniforth

As a young boy, Alex Staniforth dealt with epilepsy and a stammer as a result of it. Like many kids, he was picked on and bullied in school severely damaging his self confidence. Amazingly Alex managed to overcome his confidence issues when he discovered a new world of adventure and the feeling of accomplishment. At just 18 years old, he made his first attempt to summit Mt Everest. His story of being turned around by an avalanche in 2014 only to return in 2015 and be caught in the deadliest Everest avalanche on record is one of astonishment, yet it inspires the even the most adventurous of us all. Listen in to this incredible account and pick up his new book "IceFall" to read the whole story for yourself. This is one you don't want to miss!     www.alexstaniforth.com @Alex_Staniforth   Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Ep. 146: Entrepreneur and Adventure Travel Guide Jessica Pociask

Ep. 146: Entrepreneur and Adventure Travel Guide Jessica Pociask

Jessica is the owner of WANT Expeditions, and has been to almost 80 countries leading expeditions all over the world. She holds a B.S. in natural resource management from Michigan State University. Dedicated to conservation, she has worked extensively with The Nature Conservancy and the Wildlife Conservation Society. In addition to leading expeditions, Jessica is also a travel writer, nature photographer and holds a research position at the National Museum of Natural History at the Smithsonian. Adventure Travel! In this episode we explore what it takes to create a business like WANT Expeditions as well as how to create your own adventure-based lifestyle. www.wantexpeditions.com office@wantexpeditions.com 231-620-9268 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Ep. 145:  Climbing Mount Rainier with John Murray

Ep. 145: Climbing Mount Rainier with John Murray

So you've climbed a few day-trip mountains and you want to know what a true expedition climb would be like.  This is your show!  John Murray takes us step by step up and down Mount Rainier in this beautiful introduction to expedition style mountaineering!  Great stories.  Great insights.  Thanks John!   Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

3 Maalis 20161h 4min

Ep. 144: Careers in Outdoor Adventure with Paul Dreyer

Ep. 144: Careers in Outdoor Adventure with Paul Dreyer

Paul Dreyer with Avid4Adventure joins us today to discuss the joys and possibilities of having your own career in outdoor adventure.    www.avid4.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/avid4 Twitter: www.twitter.com/Avid4Adventure   Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

29 Helmi 201649min

Ep. 143: New Mexico Backcountry Discovery Route with Justin Bradshaw & Rob Watt

Ep. 143: New Mexico Backcountry Discovery Route with Justin Bradshaw & Rob Watt

Justin Bradshaw and Rob Watt visit about the brand spanking new New Mexico Backcountry Discovery Route. If you haven't heard of the Backcountry Discovery Routes, listen in to hear all about these fantastic pre-mapped, mainly dirt motorcycle routes across many of the western states. Justin and Rob explain what goes into the mapping of the routes as well as what you can expect from your ride. Be sure to keep an eye on the website for the film premier date in your area! Discount Codes: Trailmaster Adventure Gear: Save 20% through March, use code "ASP20" Rever.co: Save 20% when upgrading to a Rever Pro account, use code "UCOLDBRO"       www.backcountrydiscoveryroutes.com www.tmadvgear.com www.rever.co www.butlermaps.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

25 Helmi 20161h 9min

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