Skiing into the endless white

Wed Apr 22 2026 at 07:00 pm to 09:00 pm UTC+01:00

Alpkit Ilkley | Ilkley

Alpkit
Publisher/HostAlpkit
Skiing into the endless white
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In May 2024 James Garnett became the first organ transplant patient to traverse Greenland under human power alone!
About this Event

James Garnett is an adventurer, musician, charity fundraiser and extreme sports enthusiast. He recieved a kidney transplant at the age of 21, and since then has gone on many extreme adventures and expeditions in order to raise money for St George's Hospital and the NHS. He also aims to raise awareness about chronic organ donation shortages and push his boundaries and the boundaries and perceptions of what organ transplant patients can achieve.

In this talk, James will recount his 2024 Greenland expedition and plans for his next big adventure!

Refreshments will be provded.

All proceeds from the talk will be split between St George's hospital and the Alpkit foundation.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Alpkit Ilkley, 7 Station Road, Ilkley, United Kingdom

Tickets

GBP 7.50

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