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Bonington and Scott at the Adventure Summit - Saturday 20 February, Lakes School, Windermere

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Adventure Summit - Saturday 20 February, Lakes School, Windermere

Why is adventure a crucial part of many people's lives?

Does it matter whether you are a Himalayan climber or weekend explorer?

What is the spirit of adventure?

The inaugural 'Adventure Summit' hosted by Mountain Heritage Trust together with the University of Cumbria aims to keep the debate alive for generations to come. These vital questions will be explored in depth during a full day of lectures, panel discussions, films and debates led by Chris Bonington, Doug Scott, Ed Douglas, Adele Pennington, Colin Mortlock, Julie Summers, John Porter and many others.

Adventure Summit

Full details and tickets (and find out more about the Mountain Heritage Trust) at www.mountain-heritage.org


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19 Feb, 2010
There is also a unique chance to see the 1970s film of the epic first ascent of the south face of Annapurna introduced by Sir Chris Bonington and Doug Scott. Probably the first screening since the 1970s, visitors to the summit will be treated to this amazing piece of mountaineering history which includes footage of Dougal Haston and Don Whillans in a fierce storm on the summit. It will be a very full day. There will be films, and interactive discussions with people who have made adventure the centre of their lives as writers, explorers and climbers. As well as Sir Chris Bonington and Doug Scott there will also be Adele Pennington, Colin Mortlock, Julie Summers and Ed Douglas. Three interlinking themes will explore the psychology and attractions of adventure. Why is it a crucial part of many people’s lives? Is adventure associated with risk, extremes or is it a state of mind. Does it matter whether you are a Himalayan climber or weekend explorer? What connects excitement and a sense of well being? Are there lessons to be learnt or is it just thrills people seek? Date 20th February 2010 Location: The Lakes School, Troutbeck Bridge, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1HW Tickets on sale via www.mountain-heritage.org/shop £29.50 (£24.50 concession) for the entire day (includes refreshments) or £14 (£11 concession) for individual sessions – morning, afternoon or evening. http://www.mountain-heritage.org/shop/product?xProd=2
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