A Conversation with Will Stanhope

The Firn Line by Pod Peak

Jun 25, 202400:38:33Sports & Recreation

Will Stanhope is a Squamish-based rock climber, who is known for his free solos, big adventures, and witty sense of humor. All of those avenues are explored in this conversation. We talk about his inspirations as a kid,...

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