#80: Running for the Wild: Erchana's Journey from Tip to Toe

Join us in this captivating episode as we explore the remarkable journey Erchana Murray-Bartlett, an athlete and environmental advocate who ran across Australia for a cause. Erchana started her 5 and a half month journey in August 2022 and finished in January 2023. 

Discover how her sporting background shaped her passion for the environment and the inception of her 'Running to End Extinction' campaign. Erchana shares personal experiences connecting her with Australia's wildlife, the challenges and triumphs of her journey, and her collaboration with the Wilderness Society.

Erchana reveals her motivations, wildlife encounters, emotional moments, and how she managed to stay injury-free. Looking ahead, Erchana discusses her next daunting challenge in Death Valley and her continued efforts in conservation.

This episode is a blend of inspiration, endurance, and a deep love for nature, as Erchana shares her vision for preserving biodiversity and her message of hope through her adventures. Tune in for a story of determination and the power of one person's efforts to make a difference.

Learn more about Erchana here.

Time stamps:

3:00 - Who is Erchana?

8:30 - Combining forces to create Tip to Toe

11:10 - Pitching to clients

14:50 - Crashing a drone

19:00 - Avoiding getting injured

21:00 - Wilderness Society

30:00 - Trail runs

39:00 - Speed project