Expedition 720 degree's

The Mission 29 year old Angelo Wilkie-Pages mission is to become the first person to circumnavigate the globe from East to West and Pole to Pole, crossing all major lines of latitude and longitude, using only human power, i.e. no motors, no sails, no solar.

This journey will take a period of 6 years, and will be a first of its kind - the holy grail of human powered circumnavigation. Not only will this be the ultimate test of human endurance and will-power, further- more Wilkie-Page will be using this non-profit experience as a platform for numerous grass-roots initiatives that will raise global awareness on important environmental issues. The Purpose Expedition 720 Affiliated With Heifer International At Expedition 720, we have joined forces with Heifer International South Africa because of their exemplary vision and reach around the world. We aim to join as many of the various Heifer International projects en-route, around the world as possible, thereby taking an active step in contributing to their global vision of alleviating poverty and hunger. Heifer not only provides needy families and communities with skills and resources to better their own lives, but also instils a sense of community and accountability with its Passing the Gift charity model.

This unparalleled grass-roots level of involvement simultaneously inspires change while tangibly making a difference in the lives of all those it touches, principles we at Expedition 720 share. The Outcomes During Expedition 720, one of our primary aims is to promote project awareness for Heifer International South Africa, simultaneously raising funds for their various rural development initiatives around South Africa. We will achieve this by working extensively with corporate and private sponsorships on a national and international level, as well as constant updates and publicity maintenance via prominent social media including Twitter, Facebook, Youtube, blogging and live video correspondence. While setting out to achieve a true world first, and in doing so break 4 Guinness World Records, Expedition 720 aims to improve the quality of life in impoverished communities, thereby making the world a better place, one kilometre at a time. Through integrating the singular skills and expertise of specialists in the field of endurance exploration and adventure, Expedition 720 will be able to cultivate this unprecedented challenge of human strength and determination. Furthermore, we will endeavour to consistently demonstrate our vision of minimal consumption and environmental impact, in accordance with our ideals here at Expedition 720. The Route The Route is broken up into 2 parts, the first part is the traditional East to West circumnavigation and the second part the ultimate challenge: the Pole to Pole circumnavigation. Each part will be broken up into 4 separate legs. Angelo will be crossing all lines of longitude and latitude, 4 Antipodal points and cross the equator at 4 separate points, as specified by the The Guinness World Records and Explorers Web regulations. This expedition will be an attempt to break 4 of the current world records. Records Attempts To break the current world record for East to West Human Powered Circumnavigation, set by Erden Eruc over 5 years. To be the first to complete a Pole to Pole circumnavigation, crossing 4 antipodal points and 4 Equator crossings.

Be the first person to complete both East to West and Pole-to Pole circumnavigations all under human power. A Few Facts Expedition 720 will take place on 7 continents Across more than 48 countries A total distance of around 115 000 kilometres Row and paddle 4 oceans and 9 Seas Cross 6 deserts including 5 of the worlds biggest deserts The First Leg The First Leg will start in Los Angeles, California on the 15th of June 2014. It will be a 5650 km cycle taking Angelo up the West coast of North America via San Francsico, Portland, and Seattle. Crossing the border into Canada via the city of Vancouver and entering into the beautiful nature reserves of British Columbia, Wilkie-Page will then enter the Yukon towards Whitehorse and finally into Alaska and finishing off in Anchorage. Some of the challenges Angelo will face on the first leg include trucks and cars. Along the first leg, Wilkie-Page has designed the route to avoid most primary roads which only allow transport by car and truck.

While using roads with motor-transport will be unavoidable in instances where these roads are the only option, the vast majority of movement will be cycled using secondary and Jeep roads.. Angelo will face extreme temperatures in Canada and Alaska as low as minus 20C, as one can see on the chart on the right. Brown Bears, Black Bears, and Polar Bears will also be of concern in British Columbia in Canada as well as in Alaska. With regards to the vital element of communication, Wilkie-Page will be equipped with the V3 Professional Yellowbrick tracking system and two-way messenger device, which uses the Iridium Satellite network to transmit its location from anywhere in the world, including both poles. This will allow Expedition 720s followers access to live tracking via the Yellowbrick website, Expedition 720 web-page and selected social media sites. The tracker will send hourly updates, showing location and blog updates. 

SES Explorer Awards 2015

THE SES EXPLORER AWARDS 2015 We are looking for PIONEERS WITH PURPOSE, leading expeditions which are adventurous and inspiring.

Visit www.ses-explore.org/awards for details of Awards from 1,000 - 8,500 available across criteria including Entrepreneurs - Film Makers - Health Humanities - Inspiration- Sustainability and Natural Practices

Land Rover Bursary 2015

The Land Rover Bursary, run by the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG) on behalf of Land Rover, offers up to 30,000 and the use of a 110 Defender vehicle to take on a challenging journey beyond your normal limits and boundaries.

The award is open to teams between 2 and 4 people, embarking on an adventurous journey anywhere in the world, for which a Land Rover Defender 110 is an integral part of the expedition.

For more information visit www.rgs.org/landroverbursary Deadline for applications is 30 November 2014. "

EC Lake District Escape: 7-9th November

Location is everything this weekend. Our mountain lodge is remote, located several miles from the closest road and surrounded by the peaks of Great Gable and Kirk FellConverted from a former shepherds bothy our lodge has just had a make-over, so its fresh and clean but retains the rustic charm that makes it the most sought after hut in the Lakes. There are only 14 spaces on this weekend so be quick as this is bound to be oversubscribed.The weekend will start on Friday afternoon / evening. We will meet you and walk into the lodge together. With no road access for several miles in any direction, bring a rucksack and pack light as you will carry everything in for the weekend. Don't worry we will help you with this, we can lend you a rucksack and advise on what to bring (and what not to bring)Expect a weekend away from the modern world, out of the reach of traffic, phones and internet and staying in an off grid location powered by renewable energy.We will spend Saturday and Sunday exploring the area on foot. Within easy reach are the famous peaks of Great and Green Gable, High Stile, Pillar and Kirk Fell. Nearby Haystacks gives views over picturesque Buttermere, or we could cross the dramatic Honister Pass to Dale Head giving views over the Newlands Valley and Derwent Water.There are also some classic climbing routes near the lodge including Pillar Rock and Napes Needle (NB these will be self guided)If you've never come on an EC Adventure before, they're informal, friendly and great fun. We generally have singles, couples and small sets of friends coming along, from complete beginners to adventure professionals - what we all share is a love for adventure. Ages tend to range between mid 20s and mid 40s but anyone over 18years old and young at heart is welcome.

Bicycle touring Europe

A 3 month adventure through the heart of europe, starting at Rotterdam and following the Rhine south towards Basel. Heading up to the source of the Danube at Donau eschingen and riding its course all the way East to the black sea.

Mera Peak Summit

Namaste and welcome after 2 weeks, We will start Summiting Mera Peak (6476 m ) - we have total 19 days travel program in Nepal . Mera Peak is one of the adventure trekking trail in the Mahalangur section, Barun sub-section of the Himalaya ..It's a basic lodge trek with fun and thrilling acitivities to walk on the himalayas and experience the true sense of Nepal lifestyle and cultural ..Day to Day ItineraryDay 01: Kathmandu Arrival [1300m/4264ft]Day 02: Sightseeing and Preparation DayDay 03: Fly to Lukla and trek to Paiya (Chutok) [2730m/8954ft]:3-4 hrsDay 04: Paiya to Pangkoma [2850m/93,48ft]: 5-6 hrsDay 05: Pangkoma to Nigmsa (Shibuche)[2745m/90,003ft]: 4-5 hrsDay 06: Nigmsa (Shibuche) to Chetrakhola [3150m/10332ft]: 7-8 hrsDay 07: Chetrakhola to Kothe [3600m/11808ft]: 6-7 hrsDay 08: Kothe to Tangnang [4,350m/14,270ft]: 3-4 hrsDay 09: Acclimatization Day: Hiking to Charpate Himal GlacierDay 10: Tangnang to Khare [5,045m/16,486ft]: 2-3 hrsDay 11: Khare to Mera Base Camp [5300m/17,384ft]: 3-4 hrsDay 12: Mera Base Camp to High camp [5,780m/18,958ft]: 4-5 hrsDay 13: Mera High Camp to Summit[6,461m/21,1907ft] and back to Khare [5045m/16,547ft]: 8-9 hrsDay 14: Reserve Day for ContingencyDay 15: Khare to Kothe [3600m/11808ft]: 4-5 hrsDay 16: Kothe to Thuli Kharka: 5-6 hrsDay 17: Thuli Kharka to Lukla: 6-7 hrsDay 18: Fly back to KathmanduDay 19: Final DepartureFor any info : sahadevh@yahoo.com

Walking the length of New Zealand: Te Araroa. Needs team mates and advice

When walking through New Zealand's mountainous areas some time back on 3-5 day walks, I never liked returning to the towns and just wanted to get back into the wilds. So after meeting someone linking them together into a 6 week trek with hellicopter drops for food, I vowed to return....one day....Since then the Te Araroa trail has been formalised through the whole of the country, North and South. So with a career break and lust for getting out there, I am looking at doing this trail. However I'm also exploring other ways of walking the South Island, e.g. to get more of the mountains along the south west coast.

I'm keen to hear from people who have done such long distance treks with tips, as much as from those who think they may want to do something similar or even this trail itself in December 2014.

carriechambers@hotmail.com

9:ZERO:7 Tour du Mont Blanc

I will attempt to circumnavigate Mont Blanc by Fatbike.Traversing steep mountain passes, snowfields and hanging glaciers, covering one hundred and ten miles with 25000ft of accumulated vertical over approximately 10 days.

907montblanc.com