Finding Patagonia: Nancy Pfeiffer

  On today’s episode of The Firn Line, we’ll get to know legendary Alaskan outdoorswoman, and wilderness educator, Nancy Pfeiffer. I first heard nancy’s name probably when I was around 17 years old. At the time, I was what you …

The Revelator: Eric Parsons

  Every mountaineer has a favorite mountain range, a place that for whatever reason centers them, gives them a piece of mind, creates a sense of belonging.  For some, it might be a well-known place like the Sierras: an area …

New Terrain: Adam Campbell

  Growing up in the west African country of Nigeria, Adam Campbell was drawn to movement and athletics from a young age, whether it was team sports like soccer, or more solo endeavors like surfing.  But it wasn’t until he …

Seeking The Sublime: Klara Maisch

  Alaska is a vast and wild place; a constant fluctuation of movement and changing landscapes.  Rugged mountains are carved by massive, chaotic glaciers – and lush, brown-green valleys are cut by powerful silt-laden rivers.  During the spring and short …

Alaska Vibes: Conrad Anker

  Narrative Over the course of an distinguished 30+ year career, Conrad Anker’s adventures have taken him from the bigwalls of Yosemite, to the icy flanks of The Alaska Range, The Himalaya and Antarctica.  Although Anker is probably best-known for …