Please join AdventurUs, SheJumps, and Between Evergreens, for the fourth annual Bend Women’s Speaker Series - “Empowering Women Through Adventure” at Embark Coworking Community.
Join us in February as Jeska Clark, the Expedition Leader of the Full Circle Arctic Team, shares about her team’s 2026 Greenland ski traverse honoring the legacy of Matthew Henson, alongside the science and documentary work capturing the real demands of modern polar exploration.
Not only does the expedition commemorate Matthew Henson, the first African American to reach the North Pole in 1909, the expedition will be composed of a team of Black explorers. The team’s goal is to inspire future generations to engage in outdoor activities, expand their educational horizons, and maintain a sense of curiosity about adventure. Through this expedition they will be sharing his story, raising awareness about climate change, and successfully reaching the North Pole. The 2026 Full Circle Arctic Expedition is a significant event in exploration.
The expedition is currently fundraising to bring the mission and its research and film impact—to life. All raffle proceeds from this night will go towards their fundraising efforts!
When: 🗓️ Tuesday, February 24th, 6:00-8:00pm (Speaker Starts @ 6:30pm)
Where: 📍Embark Coworking Community - 2843 NW Lolo Drive, Bend
Beverages provided by our friends at Crux
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Jeska Clark is a human performance scientist, explorer, and athlete focused on how people perform—and lead—under extreme conditions. Her work blends expedition field experience with environmental stewardship and community service.
She has supported marine conservation efforts, documenting bamboo sharks in the Malaysian islands, and trained for polar travel in Northern Canada. Her expedition background also includes high-altitude mountaineering across North America, South America, and the Himalayas.
Beyond the mountains and ice, Jeska applies practical lifesaving and leadership skills through Search and Rescue (SAR) training and volunteer service. She is currently the expedition leader for Full Circle Expeditions’ Arctic Expedition, a traverse across Greenland honoring past Arctic explorers, while filming a short documentary spotlighting Matthew Henson’s legacy.
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@fullcircleexpeditions
ADVENTURUS
AdventurUs is a woman & LGBTQ+ owned company and as such, we are committed to creating inclusive, welcoming spaces for all women and our friends of all gender identities and expressions, who are seeking a women-centered space. Our life-changing adventure travel experiences, retreats, and events focus on outdoor skill development, community building, and fostering fun and friendship. We welcome travelers of all backgrounds, ages, sizes, and experience levels, offering a range of activities from hiking to rock climbing.
We have no room in our packs for discrimination or disrespect of any kind. We value diversity and respect for all humans, wildlife, and land and expect our guests to do the same. When planning travel with AdventurUs, you are committing to Leave No Trace principles and to following all rules, regulations, and customs of the places we visit while honoring the local culture.
And, with a dedication to responsible travel practices, AdventurUs is about more than outdoor adventures – it's about creating a supportive community that respects diversity, promotes inclusivity, and believes in the adventurous spirit within each of us.
We prioritize partnering with women-owned businesses, hiring women guides, local operators and supporting sustainable, mission-driven companies.
When you travel with us, not only are you getting an amazing, life-changing trip experience, you’re getting a partner in adventure.
We serve girls ages 6 and up, women 18 & older who either have never participated in outdoor activities or are active members of the outdoor community looking to give back and share their passion. SheJumps is an inclusive organization. We welcome all women and girls (transgender and cisgender) as well as non-binary people who identify with the women’s community. SheJumps strives to be an ally in the fight against racism and acknowledges that our events and programs take place on traditional, unceded Indigenous lands.
Between Evergreens Mobile Ski + Snowboard Tuning was launched in 2022; born out of the adventurous mountain lifestyle Sarah + Ben immersed themselves in while raising their kids. With Ben’s honed expertise in the craft of ski tuning and their family’s love for vanlife; their mobile service was created. Ben’s industry wisdom and authenticity combined with Sarah’s entrepreneurial spirit and creative vision brought their concept to life.
In 2024, Between Evergreens took ownership of Crow’s Feet. With fresh ideas and an incredible team of high caliber outdoor enthusiasts — the team looks forward to the path and potential that lie ahead!
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