Expedition News celebrates its 30th anniversary

The latest issue of Expedition News, published by Blumenfeld & Associates, celebrates its 30th anniversary with stories of remarkable expeditions and achievements:

• Lhakpa Sherpa, the “Mountain Queen,” is featured in a Netflix documentary, Mountain Queen: The Summits of Lhakpa Sherpa. The film chronicles her record ten climbs of Mount Everest, the most of any woman, and her journey from Nepal to receiving the Tenzing Norgay Award.
• The American Alpine Club has honored top Search & Rescue (SAR) teams, including the Black Canyon of the Gunnison SAR, for their heroic efforts. Rocky Talkie donates $75,000 to support SAR teams across the U.S.
• Polish pilots Sebastian Kawa and Sebastian Lampart made history by being the first to fly a glider over K2, the world’s second-highest peak, demonstrating remarkable aviation skill.
• Archaeologists are uncovering Woodstock’s history, revealing new insights about the iconic 1969 festival site.
• The issue explores the motivations behind extreme exploration and the use of superyachts for ocean research, examining the balance between adventure and conservation.

For full stories and more inspiring expeditions, read the latest issue of Expedition News.