Mark Sky, the world’s first human to journey from Canada to the summit of the highest mountain in the Americas—entirely by human power. His epic expedition kicked off on May 31, 2023, when he pedaled away from his home in Squamish, British Columbia. Fast forward nine months, and he reached Panama on two wheels, but not without a twist: he summited the highest peak in every country along the way.
Now, you might be thinking, “How does one cross from Panama to Colombia?” Well, spoiler alert: there are no roads! This notorious stretch is known as the “Darien Gap,” often described as one of the most treacherous places on Earth. Undeterred, Mark kayaked over 300 miles, battling fierce storms and turbulent seas, all while dodging thousands of illegal immigrants. And as if that wasn’t enough drama, he was involuntarily detained by the Colombian military. After a thrilling release, he resumed his journey through South America by bicycle, eventually conquering Mt. Aconcagua in Argentina (January 2025) — the highest mountain in the Americas at 6,962 meters (22,840 feet) — capping off nearly two years of adventure through 15 countries and over 15,000 miles of human-powered exploration.
Before this remarkable feat, Mark was a competitive athlete in the Adventure Racing World Series, representing one of the top 10 teams globally. His most recent race was the infamous ‘Eco Challenge: World’s Toughest Race’, in Fiji, hosted by Bear Grylls on Amazon Prime, where he and his team secured a commendable 13th place out of nearly 70 teams.
Mark’s passion for adventure sports has taken him to some wild places. From working as a bungee jump-master, climbing beautiful rock walls, jumping out of airplanes, paddling wild rivers and crafting multi-sport escapades in the mountains, he’s embraced the great outdoors all over the world. As someone who relishes calculated risks, Mark has faced numerous close calls and has sadly lost friends along the way.
Now, Mark is on a mission to share the tales of his thrilling life, infused with valuable lessons about living fully. His goal is to inspire you to define and design your own dream life and pursue your wildest dreams at all costs!
Join Mark for an unforgettable presentation, where you’ll be inspired by his adventures and reminded that life is short, precious, and full of potential.