Join us on Explore with Lori Ference as we embark on an extraordinary journey with legendary Canadian mountaineer, Debbie Bulten. In this exclusive episode, Debbie shares her remarkable feat of becoming the first Canadian woman to conquer the peaks of Everest and Lhotse within 24 hours.
In May 2023, Debbie Bulten etched her name in mountaineering history by accomplishing what many thought impossible. Scaling the heights of Mount Everest, the world's highest peak, and seamlessly transitioning to conquer Lhotse, the fourth highest mountain, Debbie's achievement is nothing short of awe-inspiring. Her journey is a testament to human resilience, determination, and the unyielding pursuit of dreams.
Witness Debbie's historic ascent to the summit of Everest, the ultimate pinnacle of mountaineering.
Embark on the journey from crossing yak bridges in the Khumbu Valley to navigating the perilous Khumbu Icefall and conquering formidable ice walls on the ascent.
Experience the breathtaking beauty and challenges of high-altitude climbing.
Follow Debbie's decision to summit Lhotse, a choice she prepared for but confirmed only after successfully summiting Everest and returning to high camp, adding an extra layer of challenge to her extraordinary adventure.
Don't miss this captivating episode as we explore Debbie Bulten's Everest & Lhotse Expedition—a tale of triumph, perseverance, and the indomitable spirit of adventure. Tune in now to uncover the remarkable story behind one of mountaineering's greatest accomplishments.
Join us for an engaging conversation with Debbie Bulten, a Canadian trailblazer who has climbed the highest peak on each of the seven continents. Within 24 hours of reaching the seventh summit, Mount Everest, she scaled Lhotse, the world’s fourth highest peak, becoming the first Canadian woman to accomplish this remarkable feat. She is also the first woman to have completed a Canadian 200 mile trail race.
Debbie recounts breathtaking moments on Lhotse, Everest, and Denali, the hardships endured, and the indescribable feeling of standing atop these formidable giants.
Debbie's indomitable spirit and tenacity will leave you in awe as she shares her experiences and challenges faced during these monumental climbs. Gain insight into the immense planning and preparation that goes into each expedition , her rigorous training regimen and the mindset required to tackle such enormous goals.
Whether you are an outdoor enthusiast, an aspiring climber, or simply seeking inspiration, this episode is a must-watch. Prepare to be captivated by Debbie Bulten's exceptional journey and absorb the invaluable life lessons she imparts along the way.
She undertook the Seven Summits project because she thrives on challenges that engage both mind and body, and that push the limits of her own potential. Through endurance sport, she tries to show herself and others that we are capable of more than we think, and the potential of our bodies and minds can be realized when we put ourselves out there.
Debbie Bulten
Debbie Bulten is a mother of 3, a joint business owner with her husband, and a multi-sport endurance athlete.
Her athletic career spans more than 3 1/2 decades. Her running journey started at the age of 15 with a regional track and field team, and progressed through Provincial and National levels. She took a break during her university years to concentrate on her studies, then resumed when she was 25, after the birth of her first child. She completed her first marathon in Toronto that year, and found her love of running again. She competed in her first triathlon severalyears later, which kick started her journey into Ironman triathlon.
During her years of competing in Ironman races, she began training for ultramarathons. She’d found a passion for endurance sports. Her first ultra distance race was in 2011. Since then she has run more than 80 ultras ranging in distance from 50km to 400km (240 miles).
She was the first female to complete a 200 mile trail ultra in Canada, and in May 2023, she completed a climbing project known as the Seven Summits, climbing the highest mountain peak on each of the seven continents around the world. She summited both Mt. Everest and Mt. Lhotse back to back, within 24 hours, making her the first Canadian woman to ever accomplish the feat.