SheJumps x Cassidy Randall | Thirty Below Book Reading | Online

About the event:

SheJumps is proud to host critically-acclaimed author and SheJumps Alpine Finishing School alum Cassidy Randall for a memorable reading and discussion about the first all-women’s ascent of Denali. Randall’s survival epic, Thirty Below tells the gripping, true survival story of this climb in 1970—which was actually the first all-female ascent of any of the world's high peaks.

By 1970, we had sent men to the moon, and women still hadn’t stood on the highest points on Earth. Popular belief held that they were incapable of withstanding high altitudes, savage elements, and carrying heavy loads. Which made the defiant idea of one climber, Alaskan mountaineer and doctor Grace Hoeman, all the more audacious.

Everyone told Grace and her six-woman team that it couldn’t be done. Then, when disaster struck at the worst time on their expedition, the team’s actions would decide not only their fate, but how the world would judge them—and all women’s ability to climb and survive the fiercest mountains.

Event Details:

During the webinar, Randall will read from her epic book as well as talk about writing Grace Hoeman’s story. She will touch on the male-dominated sphere of mountaineering, why we’ve never heard of this incredible first ascent. She will also explore the power of writing one of the first mainstream exploration/adventure books to center women’s stories—and be written by a woman.

The evening will conclude with an audience Q&A.

This event is online and audience members do not need to read the book before the event to enjoy the author talk. This is a great community building event for your next book group, adventure pals, family and friends.

How to purchase Thirty Below:

Books can be purchased at your local bookstore, online at Powell’s, or other online retailers. You can also purchase the audiobook on Audible. Your local library may also have the book available.

A limited number of tickets include an author-signed copy of the book that will be mailed to your home. These tickets must be purchased by October 29,2025 to allow enough time for shipping and reading. Books will be shipped on October 30, 2025.

About the author:

Cassidy Randall is an award-winning author and a sought-after speaker on women’s empowerment and trailblazing, people expanding human potential beyond the bounds of what’s thought to be possible, and storytelling around public lands and conservation. Her work on adventure, environment, and the West has appeared in Forbes, Vanity Fair, Rolling Stone, National Geographic, New York Times, TIME, Politico, Atavist, Outside, and Men’s Journal.

Praise for Thirty Below:

“Rivals the best mountaineering writing in existence, including that of Jon Krakauer and David Roberts.” —Buddy Levy, award-winning and bestselling author of Empire of Ice and Stone, Labyrinth of Ice, and Realm of Ice and Sky

“Fast paced, with incredible characters who make you appreciate how far mountaineering (and society in general) has progressed in the last fifty years.” —Alex Honnold, professional climber and author of Alone on the Wall

Cancellation Policy:

• Cancellations made 7 days or more in advance of the event date will receive a 100% refund on the ticket price. Optional donations made during registration will not be refunded.
• Cancellations made within 3-6 days in advance of the event date will receive a 50% refund. Optional donations made during registration will not be refunded.
• No refunds will be given for cancellations within 48 hours of the event, as this does not give us adequate time to fill the spot.
• Optional donations made during registration will not be refunded.

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