Please join AdventurUs, SheJumps, and Between Evergreens, for the fourth annual Bend Women’s Speaker Series - “Empowering Women Through Adventure” at Embark Coworking Community.
We are so excited to kick off our speaker series with local Kristen Hofer, one of the 4 women on the Hericane Rowing team. Her sister Jen joined our speaker series in March 2024, before the trip happened, and now we get to hear how this adventure went! Get ready to be inspired by a tale of teamwork, inner strength, and what it means to achieve something beyond your wildest dreams.
From Kristen: In the Summer of 2024 I was a part of a 4-women team that raced in the World’s Toughest Row, a 2,800 mile unsupported row from California to Hawaii. Our team spent 2 years training physically and mentally, learning new skills, building a campaign, and pushing ourselves beyond what we ever thought was possible; all before even making it to the starting line. I want to share my story of deciding to take on this challenge with no previous rowing experience, overcoming my own fear and self doubt, and how I found sources of strength in myself, my community, and the strong women who inspire me.
Our team set out on June 8, 2024 and together we faced extreme weather, sleep deprivation, equipment failure, and so much more. On July 19th 2024, we finished our mid-pacific crossing in 40 days, 22 hours, and 14 minutes, all while raising $35,000 for Planned Parenthood.
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When: 🗓️ Tuesday, January 27th, 6:30-7:30pm (Doors open @ 6pm)
Where: 📍Embark Coworking Community - 2843 NW Lolo Drive, Bend
Beverages provided by our friends at Crux
Kristen grew up here in Bend, Oregon with a love of swimming, hiking and the outdoors. In 2013 she moved to Hilo, Hawaii where she spent much of the last decade as a student and a conservationist. She built strength and confidence through years of fieldwork, hiking, and outrigger canoe paddling. In 2022 she moved back to the mainland and decided to sign up for the World’s Toughest Row with her sister Jen, which became the start of a life-changing journey back across the Pacific Ocean.
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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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