From Alaska to Antarctica: Chasing Waves in Uncharted Waters
Second Breakfast SWA Podcast
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1h 5m
Rachel Gordon, cold water charger and Alaskan surf guide, just became one of the first women to surf in Antarctica. Looking for a lifestyle filled with outdoor adventure, Rachel moved up to Alaska for a summer and after 9 years, she still hasn’t left. In this episode, we chat about how life and surf in Alaska is different, connecting with nature and people, surf boats, thriving in uncomfortable situations, being adrift at sea, and Rachel’s adventure in the uncharted, wild waters off Antarctica.
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