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Explorer Club members have ventured to the bottom of the deepest ocean, the top of the highest mountain, to both poles and to the moon and back. Next stop for their iconic flag - Mars. According to executive director Will Roseman, members of this venerated organization have undertaken extraordinary expeditions that have significantly advanced the cause of humankind, they’ve also used extraordinary means to survive everything from panther attacks to avalanche burials. Counted in their number are a US president, a hugely successful movie director, astronauts and many legendary explorers. Roseman tells their stories and reveals some of their secrets.Lessons: 1. "Never give up. Never give up. Never give up." Winston Churchill2. But, on the other hand, go into an endeavor mindfully: Assess risk. Do your homework. Be prepared.3. The will to survive is indomitable.
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Explorer Club members have ventured to the bottom of the deepest ocean, the top of the highest mountain, to both poles and to the moon and back. Next stop for their iconic flag - Mars. According to executive director Will Roseman, members of this venerated organization have undertaken extraordinary expeditions that have significantly advanced the cause of humankind, they’ve also used extraordinary means to survive everything from panther attacks to avalanche burials. Counted in their number are a US president, a hugely successful movie director, astronauts and many legendary explorers. Roseman tells their stories and reveals some of their secrets.Lessons: 1. "Never give up. Never give up. Never give up." Winston Churchill2. But, on the other hand, go into an endeavor mindfully: Assess risk. Do your homework. Be prepared.3. The will to survive is indomitable.
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