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

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

"Alpine Rising is a fascinating history of the crucial and frequently tragic role of local Nepalis, Tibetans, and Pakistanis on mountaineering expeditions to the world’s highest peaks."-- Jon Krakauer

The name of Maurice Herzog, the first man to reach the summit of Annapurna, is widely recognized, but how many know Ang Tharkay, the Sherpa who carried the seriously frostbitten Herzog on his back for miles? Although rarely mentioned in published accounts of early expeditions, local climbers have long been significant members of first ascents on the world’s tallest and most challenging peaks. In Alpine Rising, award-winning writer Bernadette McDonald sets the record straight by shining a light on these too often forgotten heroes.

Now, in the 21st century, it is often local climbers who are setting records. A Nepali team was the first to climb K2 in winter; they reached the summit while singing their national anthem. Pakistani climbers like Little Karim and Ali Sadpara devoted their lives to helping others survive and succeed on and off the mountains and their stories deserve to be more widely known. Not only a timely reminder of the need to recognize the contributions of local climbers and the importance of correcting the historical record, Alpine Rising is a celebration of a region’s local heroes.

Sales benefit the Khumbu Climbing Center (Nepal) and the ASCEND climbing program for girls (Pakistan)

Bernadette McDonald has authored twelve books and has won numerous awards, including two Boardman Tasker Prizes, the Banff Mountain Book Festival Grand Prize, Italy’s ITAS Prize, and India’s Kekoo Naoroji Award. In 2011 the American Alpine Club awarded her their highest literary honour for excellence in mountain literature.

Bernadette was the founding Vice President of Mountain Culture at The Banff Centre and director of the Banff Mountain Festivals for 20 years. She received the Alberta Order of Excellence in 2010, is an honorary member of the Himalayan Club and the Polish Mountaineering Association, and is a Fellow of the Explorers Club.

When not writing, Bernadette climbs, hikes, skis, paddles and grows grapes.

You can purchase Alpine Rising at mountaineers.org.


Learn more about Bernadette and her other works:

bernadettemcdonald.ca

bernadettemcdonald.com



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Ep. 356: Backcountry Skiing and the State of the Ski Industry - Mike Waesche

Ep. 356: Backcountry Skiing and the State of the Ski Industry - Mike Waesche

Mike Waesche from @RMUSkis joins Curt on today's episode to talk backcountry skiing and what the current state of the recreational ski industry looks like. Whether you're a lifetime skiier or thinking about making it your newest adventure sport, you'll be interested in tuning into today's episode.   https://rmuoutdoors.com https://www.facebook.com/rmuskis https://www.instagram.com/rocky_mtn_underground CAIC Colorado Avalanche Information Center http://avalanche.state.co.us   Ever lost your friends or family while out on an adventure with no cell coverage to call them? goTenna has your solution. Check out www.gotenna.com for more and save $35 by using our promo code: ADVENTURE35 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 Maalis 20181h 2min

ASP Stories Ep. 017:  Distant Suns - Chapter 12 - Sam Manicom

ASP Stories Ep. 017: Distant Suns - Chapter 12 - Sam Manicom

Welcome to another ASP Stories bonus episode. We will be having authors read from their books featuring each chapter as a new episode. Think of these bonus episodes as an ongoing audiobook for free. So sit back, relax and enjoy a chapter from one of Sam Manicom's world travel by motorcycle books; "Into Africa", "Under Asian Skies", "Distant Suns" and "Tortillas to Totems". Sam has been traveling all around the world and documenting it as he goes. Find out more about Sam at his website below and hear his ASP interview on episode 149.   www.sam-manicom.com Into Africa Under Asian Skies Distant Suns Tortillas to Totems www.thebookdepository.com Ever lose track of your friends or family while out on an adventure with no cell coverage to call them? goTenna has your solution. Check out www.gotenna.com for more and save $35 by using our promo code: ADVENTURE35 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

10 Maalis 201859min

Ep. 355: Ski Mountaineering Mera Peak in Nepal - Jim Lamancusa

Ep. 355: Ski Mountaineering Mera Peak in Nepal - Jim Lamancusa

Jim Lamancusa is back on today to talk about Ski Mountaineering on Nepal's Mera Peak. This one should make you want to get out and explore the mountains by ski! www.CusaTea.com Facebook@CusaTeaTime Instagram: Cusa_Tea Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

8 Maalis 201856min

Ep. 354: Overcoming a Fear of the Ocean to Become an Open Water Swimmer - Alexandra Heminsley

Ep. 354: Overcoming a Fear of the Ocean to Become an Open Water Swimmer - Alexandra Heminsley

On today's episode, we talk with Alexandra Heminsley, author of "Running Like a Girl" and "Leap In". Alex overcame a deep fear of water to eventually become an open ocean swimmer. Both of Alex's books are written to provide the inspiration to get off the couch or out of the bar and do something beyond your comfort zone.   Books:  "Running Like a Girl" "Leap In" Twitter: @hemmo Instagram: @hemmograms facebook.com/AlexandraHeminsley   Visit bissell.com/adventuresports to learn more and buy your very own BARKBATH! And when you use the coupon code ADVENTURESPORTS you’ll receive two bottles of free no rinse shampoo with your order. This coupon code is good for a limited time only.   Ever lost your friends or family while out on an adventure with no cell coverage to call them? goTenna has your solution. Check out www.gotenna.com for more and save $35 by using our promo code: ADVENTURE35 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 Maalis 20181h 2min

ASP Stories Ep. 016:  Under Asian Skies - Chapter 9 - Sam Manicom

ASP Stories Ep. 016: Under Asian Skies - Chapter 9 - Sam Manicom

Welcome to another ASP Stories bonus episode. We will be having authors read from their books featuring each chapter as a new episode. Think of these bonus episodes as an ongoing audiobook for free. So sit back, relax and enjoy a chapter from one of Sam Manicom's world travel by motorcycle books; "Into Africa", "Under Asian Skies", "Distant Suns" and "Tortillas to Totems". Sam has been traveling all around the world and documenting it as he goes. Find out more about Sam at his website below and hear his ASP interview on episode 149.   www.sam-manicom.com Into Africa Under Asian Skies Distant Suns Tortillas to Totems www.thebookdepository.com   Visit bissell.com/adventuresports to learn more and buy your very own BARKBATH! And when you use the coupon code ADVENTURESPORTS you’ll receive two bottles of free no rinse shampoo with your order. This coupon code is good for a limited time only.   Ever lose track of your friends or family while out on an adventure with no cell coverage to call them? goTenna has your solution. Check out www.gotenna.com for more and save $35 by using our promo code: ADVENTURE35 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 201848min

Ep. 353: Overcoming Obesity to Become a Triathlete - Melissa Kahn

Ep. 353: Overcoming Obesity to Become a Triathlete - Melissa Kahn

After living 40 years dealing with morbid obesity, Melissa Kahn stopped giving herself excuses, downloaded the Couch to 5K app and figured out how to turn it all around. Now she is preparing to compete in the Himalayan Rush Triathlon in Nepal. Melissa is one of Aftershokz's ShokzStars. Aftershokz are bone conducting headphones that don't fit inside your ears allowing you to hear your surroundings. www.twitter.com/melissakahn7 #iKahn www.instagram.com/runheiferrun www.runheiferrun.com www.facebook.com/groups/1258761827491617 www.himalayanrush.com www.aftershokz.com www.aftershokz.com/blogs/news/shokzstar-takeover-interview-with-melissa-kahn www.twitter.com/aftershokz www.facebook.com/AfterShokz www.youtube.com/channel/UCyNdHJA6ZlAtDNQJUoqJKdA www.instagram.com/aftershokz   Visit bissell.com/adventuresports to learn more and buy your very own BARKBATH! And when you use the coupon code ADVENTURESPORTS you’ll receive two bottles of free no rinse shampoo with your order. This coupon code is good for a limited time only.   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 Maalis 20181h 4min

Ep. 352: Snowboarding and Ski Bumming - Daniel LeRoy

Ep. 352: Snowboarding and Ski Bumming - Daniel LeRoy

Dan LeRoy is the lead engineer at Winterstick snowboards. He is on the show today talking all things snowboarding and ski bumming. Ever thought you'd like to take some time for yourself, grab a job at a ski resort and snag a free lift pass? How about sleeping in your car in the resort parking lot between working and snowboarding? It's not for everyone, but Dan gives us a little taste of the bum life he lead for al little while.   www.winterstick.com www.westmtnskis.com www.facebook.com/Winterstick.Snowboards www.instagram.com/wintersticksnowboards   Visit bissell.com/adventuresports to learn more and buy your very own BARKBATH! And when you use the coupon code ADVENTURESPORTS you’ll receive two bottles of free no rinse shampoo with your order. This coupon code is good for a limited time only. Ever lost your friends or family while out on an adventure with no cell coverage to call them? goTenna has your solution. Check out www.gotenna.com for more and save $35 by using our promo code: ADVENTURE35 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 Helmi 20181h 9min

ASP Stories Ep. 015:  Into Africa - Chapter 3 - Sam Manicom

ASP Stories Ep. 015: Into Africa - Chapter 3 - Sam Manicom

Welcome to another ASP Stories bonus episode. We will be having authors read from their books featuring each chapter as a new episode. Think of these bonus episodes as an ongoing audiobook for free. So sit back, relax and enjoy a chapter from one of Sam Manicom's world travel by motorcycle books; "Into Africa", "Under Asian Skies", "Distant Suns" and "Tortillas to Totems". Sam has been traveling all around the world and documenting it as he goes. Find out more about Sam at his website below and hear his ASP interview on episode 149.   www.sam-manicom.com Into Africa Under Asian Skies Distant Suns Tortillas to Totems www.thebookdepository.com   Visit bissell.com/adventuresports to learn more and buy your very own BARKBATH! And when you use the coupon code ADVENTURESPORTS you’ll receive two bottles of free no rinse shampoo with your order. This coupon code is good for a limited time only.   Ever lose track of your friends or family while out on an adventure with no cell coverage to call them? goTenna has your solution. Check out www.gotenna.com for more and save $35 by using our promo code: ADVENTURE35     Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

24 Helmi 201841min

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