Eric Larsen

Polar Adventurer, Expedition Guide & Author of "On Thin Ice: An Epic Final Quest into the Melting Arctic" and Cancer Survivor

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Eric Larsen Biography

Polar adventurer, expedition guide, educator and cancer survivor Eric Larsen has spent the past 25 years traveling in some of the most remote and extreme environments on the planet. To date, Larsen has completed more North and South Pole expeditions than any other American in history. Included in that list are the first ever summer expedition to the North Pole as well as a world record expedition to the South Pole, North Pole and top of Mt. Everest all within a 365-day period. In May of 2014, Larsen and teammate Ryan Waters traveled unsupported and unassisted from northern Ellesmere Island to the Geographic North Pole in 53 days in what realistically will be the last North Pole expedition in history due to Climate Change. The journey was featured on the Discovery networks globally. His award-winning book "On Thin Ice: An Epic Final Quest into the Melting Arctic" also details this adventure.

Larsen's adventure interests and accomplishments span a wide variety of outdoor disciplines including a first ascent in the Himalayas in Nepal, dog sled expeditions and racing, winter bike adventures, multi sport traverses and much more. An accomplished guide, Larsen regularly leads 'Last Degree' expeditions to both the North and South Poles as well as a month-long Greenland ice cap traverse. Each year, he teaches several skills-based courses that focus on winter expedition skills in Minnesota, Colorado and Norway.

In January 2021, Larsen was diagnosed with stage 3b colorectal cancer and after a difficult year and a half battle is currently "NED" (No Evidence of Disease). He is currently writing a book detailing his 'cancer expedition'.

Larsen has dedicated his adult life to sharing his love for the outdoor world with others. As an educator, he strives to connect people to places and issues. Originally from the midwest, Larsen now lives in Crested Butte, Colorado with his wife Maria and two young children Merritt and Ellie. His current no shower record is 72 days.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 09/03/2024.

Eric Larsen Speaking Topics

  • Polar Bears, Penguins and Prayer Flags

    From the top of Mt. Everest to the North and South Poles and many places in between, this captivating presentation will take your audience on a visual and emotional journey, using stunning images and gripping videos from the world's most challenging environments. Hear the dramatic story of months on the Arctic Ocean, 50 degrees below zero wind-chills, encounters with Polar Bears, avalanches and much more. Eric uses the challenges faced by adventurers in these extreme environments and his own battle with cancer to illustrate parallels in the corporate world. At the heart of this keynote is the central theme of "Strength Through Compassion." and how true strength emerges not through brute force, but through empathy, teamwork, and support for one another.

  • The Adventure Equation: Solving the Art of Effort

    "The Adventure Equation" isn't just a formula for thrill-seekers; it's a blueprint for anyone seeking to conquer uncharted territories, whether in the wild outdoors or the corporate world. Be inspired to push your boundaries, embrace change, and navigate the complexities of your own adventures with the wisdom gained from those who have mastered the equation for triumph.

  • Navigating the Unknown: Strategies for Success in Uncertain Terrain

    Drawing parallels between adventure and the challenges individuals face in their personal and professional lives, this keynote offers strategies for navigating uncertainty, making decisions under pressure, and achieving success.

  • Innovate or Die: Thriving in the Age of Disruption

    Embark on an extraordinary journey that blends the gripping world of polar expeditions with the urgent call to innovate in today's ever-evolving landscape. Discover how the spirit of exploration and innovation is ingrained in our human DNA. Explore the profound connection between the courage to explore the unknown and the courage to disrupt the status quo.

  • Protecting the Planet We Explore

    This presentation emphasizes the connection between adventure and environmental awareness, this presentation underscores the responsibility adventurers have to protect and preserve the natural world, highlighting the urgent need for sustainable practices.

Eric Larsen Videos

  • How to get to the North Pole: Eric Larsen at TEDxSonomaCounty
    Eric Larsen talks about his record breaking unsupported and unaided North Pole expedition, one of the most difficult adventures on the planet, to a...

Eric Larsen Books

  • On Thin Ice: An Epic Final Quest into the Melting Arctic
    On Thin Ice: An Epic Final Quest into the Melting Arctic

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Eric Larsen is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Polar Bears, Penguins and Prayer Flags , The Adventure Equation: Solving the Art of Effort, Navigating the Unknown: Strategies for Success in Uncertain Terrain, Innovate or Die: Thriving in the Age of Disruption and Protecting the Planet We Explore. The estimated speaking fee range to book Eric Larsen for your event is $10,000 - $20,000. Eric Larsen generally travels from Crested Butte, CO, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jason Tharp, Robert Ballard, Dan Buettner, Carley Hauck and Gary Sinclair. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Eric Larsen for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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