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Jimmy Martinello

Adventurer & Photographer

Jimmy Martinello’s roots lay in the Sea to Sky Corridor for the last 35 years. His current home base is Squamish, British Columbia, where he has lived with his beautiful wife and two amazing children for the past 18 years.

Jimmy has been an avid adventurer his whole life and in the last 30 years, his travels have taken him across the globe. His passions are revealed in his photography and film work through all the documentations of his explorations. His work has been published worldwide, from National Geographic to Epic T.V, Outside Magazine, Outpost, Rock & Ice, Standup Journal, Alpinist, Backcountry, Mountain Life and many more. He has been working with reputable companies such as Arc’teryx, MEC, Patagonia, Mustang Survival, Edelrid, Cascade Designs, Red Paddle Co, Prior Skis and Mountain Hardware. He is incredibly grateful for the friends and family in his life and also the amazing support that has been shared to help him accomplish these dreams and goals. Jimmy’s true wish in life is to give hope and inspiration. Being in tune, believing in what you are doing, in touch with yourself and your surroundings.

“Explore and live life to your fullest”

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Presentation(s):

The Spirit of Adventure: A Journey with Jimmy Martinello and Alenka Mali

Presented by: Photographer Jimmy Martinello and Snowboarder & Base Jumper Alenka Mali

Join us for an awe-inspiring evening celebrating the power of resilience, dreams, and the spirit of adventure. Through breathtaking photography and captivating stories, Jim Martinello and Alenka Mali take us on a global journey that highlights the challenges and triumphs of pursuing one’s passions while embracing the opportunities that life presents.

The presentation features stunning imagery and films, tales of adventure from some of the world’s most remote and beautiful landscapes:

  • A remarkable community climbing project in Madagascar, showcasing the effort and spirit behind climbing on the wild coasts and remote islands, paired with mesmerizing visuals of this unique landscape.
  • A behind-the-scenes look at early adventures, featuring imagery from iconic locations like the Tantalus Range, Garibaldi, Goat Ridge, and The Chief, offering an intimate perspective on the dedication and creativity that fuels their expeditions.
  • Explorations of stand-up paddleboard surfing in untouched corners of the globe, from the rugged shores of Vancouver Island’s Brooks Peninsula and Nootka Sound to the warm waters of Peru, the Mentawai Islands, and Madagascar.
  • Bold first ascents and adventurous exploration of ice and rock climbing routes in some of the planet’s most remote and wild locations.

This presentation is a celebration of overcoming adversity, supporting one another, and finding growth through adventure. Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast or simply inspired by tales of human spirit and connection, this show is not to be missed.

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