Bri Clark - Extreme Paragliding, Living in Alaska, and Wilderness Therapy

In their latest episode, Jen and Dyana sit down with paraglider Bri Clark, who’s soaring to incredible heights around the world. The conversation dives into the thrilling world of paragliding, covering everything from training and gear to mechanics, costs, and tips for beginners. Bri also shares her experiences competing in hike-and-fly races and emphasizes the importance of female representation in the sport. The trio also explores life in Alaska, Bri’s work in wilderness therapy, and how her organization, Fly Like a Girl, is inspiring women worldwide to reach new heights.

Follow Bri and other female paragliders:
Bri Clark: @bybreezy.co
Fly Like A Girl:  @_flylikeagirl


NOTABLE TIMESTAMPS:
3:59 Welcome, Bri Clark
15:17 The ins and outs of wilderness therapy
19:42 Paragliding and speed flying
26:26 How Bri got involved in the world of paragliding
31:45 Required training to solo paraglide
37:08 Jen's parasailing disaster
40:34 How to steer and transition up and down when paragliding
52:38 Hike and fly races
58:02 Fly Like A Girl organization and the importance of programs like this
1:13:19 Fly Like A Girl Scholarships - How to apply and support

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Chapters

• 0:00 Intro
• 3:59 Welcome, Bri Clark
• 5:29 How Jen and Bri know each other
• 7:20 Bri's move to Alaska
• 10:22 Wilderness therapy in Salt Lake City, Utah
• 15:17 The ins and outs of wilderness therapy
• 16:46 An individual in wilderness therapy who has inspired Bri
• 19:42 Paragliding and speed flying
• 22:33 Dyana's encounter with paragliders and her parasailing experience
• 26:26 How Bri got involved in the world of paragliding
• 31:45 Required training to solo paraglide
• 37:08 Jen's parasailing disaster
• 40:34 How to steer and transition up and down when paragliding
• 45:48 Bri's most memorable flight
• 47:39 A time Bri feared for her safety when paragliding
• 52:38 Hike and fly races
• 58:02 Fly Like A Girl organization and the importance of programs like this
• 1:06:24 Bri's travels to Switzerland, United Kingdom, Portugal, Morocco, and France
• 1:10:26 Packrafting in Alaska
• 1:12:40 Where to follow Bri and Fly Like A Girl
• 1:13:19 Fly Like A Girl Scholarships - How to apply and support
• 1:15:53 How much does getting into paragliding cost