Cartology Comes Alive: a Storytelling Event on Swimming the Grand Canyon with Mandela van Eeden at Explorer Maps
March 20
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5:30 pm
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7:00 pm
From the depths of the Colorado River to the halls of the White House, Mandela will talk about whitewater, biodiversity and ongoing conservation efforts in order to prevent expanded uranium mining in the Grand Canyon.
With over a decade of experience as an expedition trip leader and guide in the Grand Canyon, Mandela has a unique perspective on the wonders of this majestic landscape.
In a remarkable feat in 2020, Mandela swam an impressive 225 miles of the Grand Canyon, skillfully navigating the rapids and calm waters of the Colorado River using a riverboard during a 15-day expedition.
In this captivating presentation, she will lead you on an immersive journey through the Grand Canyon’s breathtaking whitewater, fascinating geology, diverse ecology, rich human history, and the profound experience of swimming the river amidst the challenges of the global pandemic.
Don’t miss this chance to embark on a virtual expedition that promises both excitement and valuable life lessons.