In 2018, Mario Rigby completed his two-year trek walking and kayaking the length of Africa—from Cape Town, South Africa to Cairo, Egypt—and adventure that for many would seem wild and impossible. This expedition allowed him to connect with communities and share their message and stories with the world with a mission of bridging the gap between humanity. His goal was to inspire people locally and globally to get out, be brave, and see the world. Today, Mario continues his adventures as an eco-explorer—heading to all corners of the globe as sustainably as possible, many times just by walking on his own two feet. He is an advocate for the inclusion of diversity in the outdoors and encourages people to explore the outdoors through sustainable forms of travel. In a world that’s rapidly changing, Mario believes his life lessons are worth sharing and hopes to inspire others to have more courage and address global issues that affect us all. Mario is currently living in Toronto working on his memoir, 'Crossing Africa,' and preparing for his next expeditions. Topics covered in this episode: • What it means to be an eco-explorer and the importance of protecting our environment. • Mario’s trek across Africa, as well as other expeditions. • How travel can bridge gaps and teach us about other cultures. • The importance of representation in the outdoor industry. To learn more about Mario Rigby and his work, visit www.mariorigby.com IG @mariorigby We hope you enjoyed this episode. Come check us out at www.UnlikelyStoriesPodcast.com & Instagram @UnlikelyStoriesPodcast