Jacob Val MyersJacob "Val" Myers is an Appalachian-born adventure athlete and community advocate from Sapphire, North Carolina. Growing up amidst the Southern Appalachian Mountains, Val shifted from an academic path to embrace the outdoors. He has guided mountain rnning tours, served as a naturalist in Yellowstone, and led clients through Norway's Hardangervidda National Park. In 2023, Val aimed to become the youngest person to ski solo and unsupported to the Geographic South Pole, a feat requiring extensive preparation and training. Although he did not achieve this goal, Val continues to pursue challenging adventures and volunteers to highlight the beauty of his home region. Read More Read Less