Paddy Pallin Inspired:Howard Whelan, In Pursuit of Adventure

Howard Whelan, polar guide and national treasure will share some highlights of his 50 years of adventure including:

• The story of how a youthful misunderstanding led to the first-ever north-south thru-hike of the 4000km Pacific Crest Trail (PCT).

• Adventure travel to Australia, guiding in the ‘blueys and the Kokoda Track, fatherhood and... filming the first Australian ascent of Everest.

• Editing "Australian Geographic" magazine.

• Trustee of the Australian Geographic society, numerous scientific expeditions and “holiday work” in Antarctica.

• Field production leader for the Happy Feet movie, guiding Russia, Scotland and the European Arctic. Curating “Trailblazers – Australia’s 50 Greatest Explorers” at the Australian Museum.

• Reflecting on the PCT 50 years later. Climate change, sustainability, polar guide training and assessment. Epic Antarctica.

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The Inspire Adventure Series is a regular monthly event aiming to get you inspired by presenter/s who will be sharing his/her/their outdoor adventures through multimedia slide show. Besides watching the presentation and Q&A, there will be a time to connect, chat, exchange ideas, motivate each other, and maybe even to find a partner for your next adventure?

If you have a chance, please bring children and teenagers, we'd love showing them too!

Paddy Pallin is planning to deliver nine sessions in 2025 from March up to November.

Paddy Pallin will provide some snacks and drinks for the evening, please bring your own food if you have any dietary requirements. You are also welcome to BYO drinks including liquor.