Simon Donato, BA'99, MSc'03, lives a life of science, adventure and fitness. Join Simon as he returns to Western to share his story and to inspire at Backpack 2 Briefcase: From Western to Beyond...one step at a time.
Founder of Adventure Science and co-founder of Stoked Oats Ltd, Simon has seen more of the world than most people will see in a lifetime - and he experiences it at extremes.
A geologist, adventurist, entrepreneur and ultra-endurance athlete, Simon is also the host of the Travel + Escape network's documentary series, Boundless. The series chronicles the adventures of Simon and
his friend Paul “Turbo” Trebilcoc, in their worldwide quest to compete
in some of the most extreme competitive events on Earth - while testing
their individual limits - and their friendship.
Guests will enjoy appetizers and refreshments.
There is no fee to attend, but please register by Tuesday, October 15, 2013.
Simon will also be speaking to Western alumni and friends on Wednesday, October 16. Please visit the event webpage for more details.
Please contact Alumni Western if you require information in an alternate format, or if any other arrangements can make this event accessible to you.