~ An Incredible Trek the Length of the Alps ~

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Join explorers and über-adventurers Brandon and Cheryl Wilson on another trek of discovery. In the summer of 2009, they set off on the recently formed Via Alpina and other trails for a challenging trek the length of the Alps.

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Their route took them across eight countries, as they left Trieste to trek across Italy, Slovenia, Austria, Germany, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, France and Monaco – hoping to eventually arrive at the long-awaited Mediterranean Sea.



"Ups and Downs"

Their route consisted of more than 100 stages and daily climbs and descents of 3,000 feet (1000 meters) or more, so the Wilsons travelled lite,
carrying just 15-17 pounds (7-8 kilos).

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That gear saw them through the famous unpredictability of the Alps: snow fields, ice, 40+ days of rain, fog and high altitude winds. (Unlike Tibet, they didn't have to dodge Chinese bullets–but they sure missed ol' Sadhu, their Tibetan horse/Sherpa buddy.)

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Leaving Only Footprints
Climbing the Alps every day from valley to hut to valley provided a supreme physical challenge, but what a great (and ecologically green) way to experience Alpine culture – one-step-at-a-time.

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Total Immersion Into Local Life and Adventure

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Lace Up Your Boots
Brandon chronicled their latest odyssey along the way. His new book, complete with photos, allows you to share the daily challenges and victories of their latest adventure.

After reading it, who knows? Maybe you'll be ready for a similar adventure of your own!





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More Than Cheese & Gnomes
This new book of Alpine adventure will be available worldwide in late 2010. Mark it on your calendar. If you've enjoyed Brandon's other adventure travel books, this one is bound to provide an intimate look at an exciting Alpine life and travel that few have seen.

 Want to be among the first to read this new Alpine adventure? Just ask, and we'll notify you before it hits the streets! CLICK HERE

Visit the official Via Alpina website for details about their route, huts, activities, forums, and Alpine culture. Or read this:
 Exploring Europe on foot | HonoluluAdvertiser.com | The Honolulu Advertiser

Official gear sponsors include GoLite, Gossamer Gear, OmniMap.com and Upcountry Fitness.

all photos © Brandon Wilson, all rights reserved