Cartography Comes Alive by Xplorer Maps - A Storytelling Event
Cartography Comes Alive by Xplorer Maps - A Storytelling Event

Join us at Xplorer Maps' new world headquarters in Missoula, MT monthly for our Cartography Comes Alive. We'll be exploring the profound connection between people and place at Cartography Comes Alive. This monthly event (excluding July and August) will host extraordinary explorers, captivating storytellers, and knowledgeable educators who will share their incredible tales with fellow adventure seekers, travel enthusiasts, national park aficionados, and history buffs. Please secure your spot early, as seating is limited for this one-of-a-kind event that promises to bring maps to life in a way you've never experienced before!

Admission to Cartography Comes Alive is free, but seating is limited. Attendees are encouraged to secure their spot early by picking up their ticket(s) at the Xplorer Maps store. To accommodate all guests, any unclaimed reserved seats will be opened up to walk-in attendees at 5:30 PM on a first-come, first-served basis.

📍 1245 S 3rd St W, Missoula

🕔 DOORS OPEN: 5:00 PM

We're eagerly preparing for the event to ensure everything is in perfect order for your enjoyment. To facilitate our setup process and ensure the venue is tip-top for your arrival, we kindly request that you refrain from arriving before 5:00 PM.

🚨 Important reminders:

Please arrive by 5:20 PM. If you've picked up a ticket but don't make it by 5:30, we'll give your seat away.

Admission for non-ticket holders is not guaranteed and will depend on availability. We recommend arriving promptly at 5:30 PM to increase your chances of getting a seat.

This event is open to all ages, and we especially encourage children to attend with their parents. Prepare to be inspired and empowered.

May 15, 2024 • 5:30-7 PM JON TURK

Cartography Comes Alive on May 15th will feature Jon Turk, a renowned explorer recognized as one of the Top Ten Adventurers of the Year by National Geographic. He is known for his incredible storytelling abilities that bring fascinating adventures to life. At this event, he will present a captivating presentation on Exploring in the Footsteps of the Ancients. As a professional adventurer, Jon thought it would further his career if he could paddle across the Pacific Ocean in a standard, off-the-shelf kayak. Halfway through the expedition, he encountered Moolynaut, the Koryak shaman, and Kutcha the Raven messenger. My pursuit of high adventure intensified, imbuing the essence of the journeys with exciting new meanings and focus. In this presentation, we will retrace daring journeys across oceans and ice fields, delving into ancient paths and discoveries.