Adrian Hayes: K2 – The Tragedy and the Triumph
September 9th | Royal Geographical Society
British record-breaking polar explorer and adventurer Adrian Hayes recounts 60 years of the Savage Mountain; the tragic events of his unsuccessful 2013 attempt; and his successful return to summit the world’s second highest mountain in July this year.
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Royal Geographical Society : Everest’s Deadliest Day: A Panel Discussion
October 9th | Royal Geographical Society
An expert panel of the world’s top mountaineers discuss the events leading up to the recent avalanche that claimed the lives of 16 climbing Sherpas on Mt. Everest, and what this means for the future of Himalayan climbing and the economy of Nepal. Panelists include Doug Scott CBE, Ed Douglas, Rebecca Stephens and Dawa Steven Sherpa
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Buxton Adventure Festival
11-12 October
World-class adventurers with epic films of climbs, runs and rides all in the heart of the Peak District. We’re particularly excited to support a talk and workshop by Lukasz Warzecha. Over the past five years the Peak District based photographer has carved out a formidable reputation as one of the top adventure photographers in the world, living everyday life by his own words that ‘This is the most exciting time to be a photographer ever!’
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Read our interview with Lukasz on Sidetracked.
Kendal Mountain Festival
20-23 November
‘Kendal’ is the biggest event of its type in the world and it’s the main social event for outdoor enthusiasts in the UK. As ever there’ll be hundreds of film screenings including high-profile premieres plus loads of speakers and special guests making this a must-do long weekend in the Lake District.
This year an exciting mix of speakers will appeal to travel and adventure fans, armchair alpinists and activist climbers alike. Characters such as Australian adventurer, author and filmmaker Tim Cope who spent the best part of a decade travelling Central Asia by bicycle, boat, skis, horse and camel, turning these experiences into award-winning films and books. And Steve Fisher – three times voted the world’s best all-round kayaker by top pros, the South African paddler and filmmaker has made over 100 ‘first descents’ across the world, including the man-eating Inga Rapids on the Congo.
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Image ©Lukasz Warzecha