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. 204: Ultra Marathons and Whole Nutrition for Adventurers - Warren Pole

Ep. 204: Ultra Marathons and Whole Nutrition for Adventurers - Warren Pole

Warren Pole joins ASP today to talk ultra-marathons, how to get in shape for the big adventures, and about the value of fueling your body with real and whole foods. This show has great tips for motivating all of us to be more active, learn to be fully present, and to eat the kinds of foods that really work. Warren also shares with us a couple of great food products for adventure! www.33shake.com www.facebook.com/Go33Shake/ www.youtube.com/channel/UCjEJz_l6K8XvVEgo-avsoAA www.instagram.com/go33shake/ Listen in to find out how to save big on 33shake products! 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. 203: Outdoor Innovation Series Part 2 - Luci and Good to Go Foods

Ep. 203: Outdoor Innovation Series Part 2 - Luci and Good to Go Foods

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Ep. 202: Sailing Around the World Part Time - Linus Wilson

Dr Linus Wilson did the math, worked out the formulas, hacked the maps and found a way to sail around the world without quitting his day job.  What's cool is that you can too!  Listen in as Linus shares the adventure of sailing from New Orleans to Cuba, across to Panama, and down to Ecuador!  Leg one of his journey around the planet sounds like a blast!  And he wrote a book about how you too can make your cruising dreams a reality, How to Sail Around the World Part Time. Learn more: www.slowboatsailing.com www.facebook.com/slowboatsailing/ www.youtube.com/channel/UCPODaIKSa35ZZwtOECFFC3w And to get 90% off the audio version of How to Sail Around the World Part Time, go to gumroad (link below). https://gumroad.com/l/KUkcA Only $.99! Thanks, Linus! 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. 201: Outdoor Innovation Series Part 1 - Xensr & Tentsile

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Ep. 200: SCUBA and Adventure Travel - Scott Taylor

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Ep. 199: The Adventure of Flight - Chris Palmer

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Chris Palmer is an aviator and aviation podcaster. He's even managed to do what he loves with his business helping to train pilots. Listen in as Chris shares hi experiences from his love of flight. Don't forget to click on the video link below to see his scariest takeoff ever too! If you're into aviation, check out his show AviatorCast. www.aviatorcast.com  www.angleofattack.com www.instagram.com/angleofattack Scariest Takeoff Ever: http://www.flyaoamedia.com/aviation/my-scariest-moment-as-a-pilot/   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. 198: Ultimate Triathlon & World Adventure - Luke Tyburski

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