Pete McBride & Kevin Fedarko Presented by The Distinguished Speaker Series

Pete McBride & Kevin Fedarko will appear live on Thursday, February 13th, 2025 at the Long Beach Terrace Theatre at 7:30pm. Join photographer/filmmaker Pete McBride and writer Kevin Fedarko on a gritty and gloriously epic year-long quest through the entire length of the Grand Canyon—not “rim to rim” as has been tackled by many—but spanning 750 miles “end to end.” More people have walked on the moon than have completed this treacherous journey. Enduring slot canyons, scorching sun, and snow, McBride and Fedarko tackled the shocking journey to highlight the many challenges facing this iconic landscape today, which include overdevelopment and encroaching pollution from nearby uranium mining. Their expedition also sheds light on the canyon’s health and the future of this national treasure and invites us to contemplate the value of wild spaces. After completing the journey, National Geographic named the two men “Adventurers of the Year.” Their appearance is one of six evenings and can be purchased as part of the series package. Series package prices differ based on the section purchased and can be bought at www.speakersla.com or (310) 546-6222. Single tickets are not available. The Distinguished Speaker Series of Southern California is presented by Swan Productions, LLC a for-profit, all female, family-owned organization based in Manhattan Beach, CA. The Distinguished Speaker Series began in 1996 to create something unique in Southern California that would educate, enlighten, and entertain. These six presentations a season are with the most fascinating, prestigious, forward-thinking experts and celebrities – tackling some of the most pressing and provocative issues of our time. Our presentations bring neighbors together – stereotypes are challenged and attitudes changed; where shared experiences can ignite positive actions; where arts, culture, education and entertainment collide; where our communities are strengthened and transformed through real, important conversation.