Ep. 1051: Alpine Rising, The Triumph of Local Climbers in the Himalayas - Bernadette McDonald

For many of us an adventure is life-changing. In fact, it’s often a distinction between the life before and after that adventure which leaves many adventurers with the idea of a completely different lifestyle as well as career post-adventure.Today, we’re hearing form Aaron Mayhew about what it was like for her to experience a midlife crisis, decide to hike the PCT and wanting to take her dietitian skills out of a hospital setting, and into the backcountry. Starting a career around your passion for the outdoors isn’t easy, but with the right amount of dedication, knowledge, and hard work, you increase your chances of success dramatically. Her business is producing quick, easy, and nutritious recipes for backpackers and other adventurers. Her meals aren’t only for adventure athletes. They are also great for quick and nutritious meals you can have at home or have ready in your pantry for quick weekend getaways, work, etc. She joins us from her van in New Mexico after a day of hiking. backcountryfoodie.comIG: @backcountry_foodieFB: @backcountryfoodieYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSUpLNV2Ct1WQWZHhSF3eCwGet 25% off on their website at backcountryfoodie.com/friendsTry CS Instant Coffee for 10% off your first order! Go to csinstant.coffee and use the code "ADVENTURE" at checkout. @c.s.coffeeSupport the Adventure Sports Podcast by giving as low as $1/month to our efforts to produce this show at patreon.com/AdventureSportsPodcast.Contact us at info@adventuresportspodcast.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

16 Maalis 202045min

Originally aired September 25, 2017This is a must hear episode. Airline pilot, open ocean rower, mountaineer & back country skier, Laval St. Germain visits for a very powerful discussion on climbing, skiing and open ocean rowing. Laval is currently the only Canadian to have successfully summited Mt. Everest without the use of oxygen. He also shares the story of his son's tragic death while out canoeing. However, he and his wife have managed to turn this tragedy into motivation to live life to the fullest. Tune in and let Laval inspire you for or on your next adventure!Web Site: www.lavalstgermain.comTwitter: @lavalstgermainInstagram: @lavalstgermainFacebook: @laval.stgermainTry CS Instant Coffee for 10% off your first order! Go to csinstant.coffee and use the code "ADVENTURE" at checkout. @c.s.coffeeGo to GetRoman.com/ASP for a free online visit and free two day shipping. Support the Adventure Sports Podcast by giving as low as $1/month to our efforts to produce this show at patreon.com/AdventureSportsPodcast.Contact us at info@adventuresportspodcast.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

12 Maalis 20201h 9min

Have you ever wondered what it's actually like to be a full-time adventure guide? Many of us daydream about it at our office jobs, but few ever take the plunge. Today we’re hearing from Chris Whittaker about his journey to guiding around the world and some of the twists and turns along the way. We’ll also get to hear about some of his upcoming personal adventures. Instagram: @global_shenaniganswww.global-shenanigans.comInside passage info:Instagram: @ffs_expeditionwww.ffs-expedition.comArmchair Explorer Info:armchair-explorer.comInstagram: @aaronmwriterTry CS Instant Coffee for 50% off your first order! Go to csinstant.coffee and use the code "ADVENTURE" at checkout. @c.s.coffeeGo to GetRoman.com/ASP for a free online visit and free two day shippingSupport the Adventure Sports Podcast by giving as low as $1/month to our efforts to produce this show at patreon.com/AdventureSportsPodcastContact us at info@adventuresportspodcast.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

9 Maalis 202051min

Originally aired January 16, 2017Jeff Golden of the Colorado Mountain Club rejoins the Adventure Sports Podcast today to visit about climbing Colorado's 14ers again, but this time in the winter! Why wait for the short summer season? Winter mountaineering is beautiful and can be done safely with a little training and the right gear. Jeff does a fantastic job of explaining all about it on today's show. www.cmc.orghttps://www.facebook.com/ColoradoMountainClubhttps://iceandtrail.com/http://opensnow.com/http://avalanche.state.co.us/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

5 Maalis 20201h 1min

*ANNOUNCEMENT*Filmmaker needed for expedition to Greenland as soon as possible.What:The trip is a 6 week ski and mountaineering expedition to climb first summits in Eastern Greenland to film documentary about climate change. The filmmaker was recently injured and cannot go.Find out more about the expedition here: ZeroImpactAdventures.comWho:Tom Reynolds and James Van Der HoornWhen:22nd March - 08 May, 2020Where:Eastern GreenlandWhat’s included:For professional filmmakers: All costs are covered, including: transport and food, extensive insurance that includes search and rescue cover. All shared equipment (tent, stove, emergency rations, multiple first aid supplies)For non filmmakers: You'll need to pay your own way, although highly discounted and filming responsibilities will be shared among the group.Not included:Own personal gear: sleeping bag, skis, climbing harness, etc.Film equipmentFilmmaker needs to be:Fit - You will ski tour over 300 miles pulling your own sled weighing up to 100 kilos (220 lbs) at the start.Motivated - Tom and James really believe in this project and the documentary. This will not be easy.Easy going - Six weeks in a tent is testing at the best of times! James and Tom are pretty lighthearted so hope to find someone who would fit that style.How to get in touch:tom@zeroimpactadventures.comInstagram: @zeroimpactadventureswww.zeroimpactadventures.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

4 Maalis 20202min

You probably remember Monkii Dan Vinson from episode 499. He interviews me, Mason Gravley, for his show, Live Wild or Die. I decided to share that interview as an episode on our show. I tell some stories from my early experiences in Adventure, as well as some current plans and what it's like to be a parent who adventures. I hope you enjoy the listen and please check out Dan's show as well as Monkii workout and training equipment.https://monkii.coInstagram: @Monkii.coAthletic Brewing Adventure Grant Application: https://athleticbrewing.com/pages/athletic-brewing-2020-adventure-grantTry CS Instant Coffee for 50% off your first order! Go to csinstant.coffee and use the code "ADVENTURE" at checkout. @c.s.coffeeGet 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code ​ADVENTURE​ at ​Manscaped.com​. Support the Adventure Sports Podcast by giving as low as $1/month to our efforts to produce this show at patreon.com/AdventureSportsPodcastContact us at info@adventuresportspodcast.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

2 Maalis 20201h 5min

Felicity Aston MBE is a British Polar Explorer, author, speaker and expedition leader. In 2012, she became the first woman to ski alone across Antarctica, a journey of 1084 miles that took 59 days to complete. That expedition garnered her a Guinness World Record. She has also been elected Fellow of both the Royal Geographical Society in London and The Explorers Club in New York.Her love for polar exploration began at the age of 23 at Rothera Research Station on the Antarctic Peninsula, where she monitored the climate as a meteorologist.Her expeditions have taken her to places like Greenland, where she became the first British woman to cross the giant landmass, both the North and South Pole, and to leading numerous record-breaking adventures all over the world, involving all women teams.Her story is truly inspirational and her achievements are downright amazing.Her website: www.felicityaston.co.ukHer Twitter: @felicity_astonHer Facebook: @felicity.aston.5Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

27 Helmi 202053min

In this unprecedented live interview, Aaron Millar and I reminisce about everything from raising feral children to our lives exploring the world and “chasing adventure” for a living. From his website:“Aaron Millar is an award-winning travel writer, journalist and author. He contributes regularly to The Times of London, National Geographic Traveller (UK), and many other national and international publications. He has presented travel documentaries for National Geographic TV, written two books for London publisher Icon - 50 Greatest Wonders of the World & 50 Greatest National Parks of the World - and is the 2014 and 2017 British Guild of Travel Writers Travel Writer of the Year.”Feel free to check out Aaron’s projectsArmchair-explorer.comInstagram: @aaronmwriterGo to GetRoman.com/ASP for a free online visit and free two day shippingAthletic Brewing Adventure Grant Application: https://athleticbrewing.com/pages/athletic-brewing-2020-adventure-grantTry CS Instant Coffee for 50% off your first order for the months of September and October only! Go to csinstant.coffee and use the code "ADVENTURE" at checkout.Support the Adventure Sports Podcast by giving as low as $1/month to our efforts to produce this show at patreon.com/AdventureSportsPodcastContact us at info@adventuresportspodcast.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

24 Helmi 20201h 10min