From the dawn of time, we’ve been pushing into the unknown. To learn. To thrive. From exploring remote lands, to a single journey of personal discovery, each is driven by the insatiable spirit of adventure.
The North Face Night Ray Outdoor Fest is an opportunity for outdoor lovers to join a number of elite athletes in Gorges du Verdon for an overnight experience like no other. Activities include:
DUSK TRAIL RUN
Explore The Beautiful Trails of Verdon At Sunset with ultra runners Jez Bragg, Seb Chaigneau, Fernanda Maciel and Manuela Vilaseca. Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, these athletes will give you tips to take on this technical trail that stretches across the breath-taking Verdon landscape.
MORNING TRAIL RUN
Explore the canyon in the morning with a trail run led by a group of The North Face explorers and mountain guides. The morning run promises to be an awe-inspiring experience that whispers to your inner adventurer.
Hiking
Hike To See The Valley In All Its Glory with Explorers Tamara Lunger and Mathieu Maynadier will guide a series of mountain adventures looking over the Verdon canyon and lake. The payoff? A truly amazing view over the lake and inspiration that anything is possible.
Climbing
The friendly and visually spectacular canyon landscape offers cracks, pillars and infinite walls, making it the perfect location for advanced climbers. Bring your equipment and find your way to the cliffs to join Iker and Eneko Pou, James Pearson, Caroline Ciavaldini, and Yuji Hirayama on this epic morning adventure.
Yoga at Dawn
Find Your Inner Inspiration and get in touch with the explorer within you with a dawn yoga class. Open to all, this special yoga session will take place at Night Ray Basecamp.
Mountain Athletics
Not your average workout class. Join a high-intensity training session that includes different elements of workout exercises. Sessions will be available throughout the day and also at the evening at festival base camp.
12th- 13th September. Verdon, France.
For more information and tickets visit www.thenorthfacejournal.com/nightray