Ep. 524: Vol-Bivouac Paragliding 1,200-Km of the Canadian Rockies - Benjamin Jordan

Ep. 524: Vol-Bivouac Paragliding 1,200-Km of the Canadian Rockies - Benjamin Jordan

Last summer, Benjamin Jordan realized his lifelong dream of flying his paraglider along the entire length of Canada's southern Rocky Mountains.

From Roosville, Montana to Prince George, BC, the 37-year old, Nelson-based filmmaker flew his wind-powered aircraft across some of BC's and Alberta's most rugged wilderness while having to make strategic landings atop mountains to avoid electrical storms or touching down within the forbidden boundaries of Banff National Park.

Despite the many challenges he encountered along the way, none compared to the psychological struggle of sitting alone in the alpine for weeks at a time, waiting for poor weather or wildfire smoke to clear so that he could fly on. Able to carry no more than 12-days of food, Jordan would occasionally land in populated areas to refuel before heading back up into the nearest summit to re-launch.

Of the entire expedition, Jordan was most nervous, and excited, about soaring over the glaciers and alpine lakes of Jasper National Park, North America's only National Park to allow Paraglider travel. Though its remoteness and mystery have caused pilots to stay away, Jordan dedicated a complete year to studying Jasper's unique topography with the ambitious dream of becoming the first person to fly across her entirety.

Despite extended waits between flights, his fortune continued for 50 consecutive days until the unprecedented levels wildfire smoke of late August left Jordan with no choice but to complete his 1200 km, un-supported journey on foot. During a 4-day (214 km) walk from McBride to Prince George, Jordan had time to reflect on his unique accomplishment while stepping into the record books for the Longest Vol-Biv (Fly-Camp) Expedition in America.

A film depicting the entire journey will be released in the Spring of this year at theendlesschain.com

benjaminjordan.com

@benjaminjordanadventure

theschoolofdreams.org (philanthropic paragliding school in Malawi)

Photo credit here

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Ep. 431: Life Outside the Box with The Metal Cowboy - Joe Kurmaskie

Ep. 431: Life Outside the Box with The Metal Cowboy - Joe Kurmaskie

Joe Kurmaskie, better known as The Metal Cowboy, is an award-winning author of eight non-fiction memoirs of his many travels and adventures. His books, as well as performances, are packed with humor, history, and philosophy of what it truly means to be a human on this crazy Earth. The one thing in Joe's stories that never changes is the fact that he sees, hears, and feels the details of his human experience through the seat of his trusty metal steed, the bicycle. Take it from us, reading his books is one heck of an unforgettable ride.  http://www.metalcowboy.com/ His books: https://www.amazon.com/Joe-Kurmaskie/e/B001K8XLH0   Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

19 Loka 201848min

Ep. 431: A 10-Year Journey Through Patagonia On Horseback Revisited - Nancy Pfeiffer

Ep. 431: A 10-Year Journey Through Patagonia On Horseback Revisited - Nancy Pfeiffer

As a neophyte horsewoman with a minimal command of the Spanish language, Nancy rode off across Patagonia, alone, on horseback. Over the next decade and three thousand miles of rugged horse trail, Patagonia’s wild country and the hardy pioneers who settled there took her in and changed her. The book "Riding Into the Heart of Patagonia" is the story of that journey. It is also the story of Patagonia, a spectacular wilderness and rich, self-sufficient culture on the brink of rapid change. Her book is now available.  Link below. www.nancypfeiffer.com www.ridingintotheheartofpatagonia.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Riding-Into-the-Heart-of-Patagonia-1700774059962723/ Order the book: Riding Into the Heart of Patagonia 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 Loka 201849min

Ep. 430: Biking 100,000 miles with Craig Christensen

Ep. 430: Biking 100,000 miles with Craig Christensen

Craig Christensen is not the type of adventurer that wants a film crew or sponsors or to even get his name out there. Today we take a break from the well-known headliners of the adventure world and interview someone we can all relate to.  Craig shows us that pure passion and humility can still build an impressive adventure resume, one day at a time.  Enjoy!     Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

15 Loka 201859min

Ep. 429: Life Strategies For Long-Term Vagabonding - Rolf Potts

Ep. 429: Life Strategies For Long-Term Vagabonding - Rolf Potts

Today's episode features the man who wrote 'the book' on long-term world travel, Rolf Potts. Rolf's travel writing has appeared in National Geographic Traveler, Outside, Salon.com, Slate.com, The Guardian, and World Hum.  When not traveling Rolf spends his time on a plot of land in rural Kansas. https://twitter.com/rolfpotts https://rolfpotts.com/ https://www.amazon.com/Vagabonding-Uncommon-Guide-Long-Term-Travel/dp/0812992180 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 Loka 201852min

Ep. 428: Ultra Running Mountains and The Gift of Failure - Josh Sanders

Ep. 428: Ultra Running Mountains and The Gift of Failure - Josh Sanders

Josh is a dad, husband, and entrepreneur who lives in Michigan. Yet he still takes the time to get out there and crush some fastest-known-times in very mountainous places.  This past summer he ran and hiked his way up 10 Colorado 14ers in 23 hours and 33 minutes, breaking the record for the most 14,000-foot summits in a day.   However, it wasn't his first attempt at the record.  Listen to today's episode to find out what Josh has to say about facing failure, doing what you love, and not backing down.   http://www.seejoshrun.com/ https://www.facebook.com/joshuawaynesanders 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 Loka 201857min

Ep. 427:  Submarine Diving the Great Blue Hole of Belize with NatGeo Explorer, Erika Bergman

Ep. 427: Submarine Diving the Great Blue Hole of Belize with NatGeo Explorer, Erika Bergman

Erika Bergman is a submarine pilot, engineer, and a National Geographic Explorer who will be taking Sir Richard Branson and Fabien Cousteau (grandson of famed ocean explorer Jacques Cousteau) on a submarine adventure into the depth of Belize's Great Blue Hole. In 2013 she received a National Geographic Explorers grant for her "Classrooms Under the Sea" expedition which live-streamed submarine expeditions to classrooms. She's a superb storyteller with many interesting tales and accomplishments to share! She is also the Founder of GEECs - Global Engineering & Exploration Counselors; providing a network of thrilling engineering camps to girls around the world. https://www.thegeecs.com/ https://twitter.com/erika_bergman?lang=en   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 Loka 201858min

Ep. 426: Life Outside the Box: The Joys and Struggles of Starting Something From Nothing with Rachel Meyer of Summit Fit

Ep. 426: Life Outside the Box: The Joys and Struggles of Starting Something From Nothing with Rachel Meyer of Summit Fit

Rachel shares some great insight from her experience of starting a new business with young kids while living in a new place all around her passion for fitness and the outdoors.  She definitely has serious drive for what she does! Keep up the great work, Rachel! Sign up for her 6-week Fuel Your Adventure Challenge at Summitfit.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/summitfitofficial/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rachelmeyerfitness 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 Loka 20181h 7min

Ep. 425: Bike Touring, Florida and Fatherhood with Paul Austin

Ep. 425: Bike Touring, Florida and Fatherhood with Paul Austin

In this episode, Mason interviews his best friend, Paul Austin, about their many travels together.  Paul shares how adventures in the mountains help him return home to Florida to find new and exciting challenges to do there, as well as his plans to run with his 3-year-old daughter across the state!  You'll also hear how pursuing adventure sports may not always lead us to the places of peace that we hope.  We hope you enjoy listening! Paul's Instagram Paul's Facebook If you'd like to become a patron of the show, visit https://www.patreon.com/AdventureSportsPodcast         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 Loka 20181h 2min

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