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Patty Upton Inspires Generations to Explore

In this episode of Overland Journal Podcast, host Scott Brady sits down with Patty Upton. Patty (outbackofbeyond) discusses her remarkable travels with her husband, Loren, which include crossing Africa, the Americas, and the Darien Gap. Patty (@sandshipdiscovery) shares vivid details of their expeditions, the challenges faced, and the perseverance required. They also touch on her experience living in the Panama Canal Zone, dealing with loss, and navigating through formidable terrains. Her inspiring journeys are a masterclass in adventure and determination. Join us as Patty shares her incredible story, full of passion for exploration, resilience, and inspiring generations to explore. 

Overland Journal Podcast Episode 254

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Guest Bio: 

Patty Upton

Patty, her late husband, Loren, and their Jeep, “The Sand Ship Discovery,” are truly legends in the overland community: they explored parts of the world that had never seen travelers; logged a Guinness Book of Records entry for the “First All-Land Crossing of the Darien Gap,” and racked up five years and 56,000 miles with of stories, photos and extreme adventures.
Patty upton with The Sand Ship Discovery, Team TnT Rebelle Rally team 114

The Sand Ship Discovery and Patty Upton at The Big Thing event. 2025

 

The Sand Ship Discovery

The Sand Ship Discovery 1966 CJ – 5 Jeep

 

Patty Upton

Patty Upton and Scott Brady recording a podcast for Overland Journal, The Big Thing 2025

 

Patty and Connie 2025 Rebelle Rally Team 114 TNT. TNT-TRIEDNTRUE.COM

Patty is also in the 2025 Rebelle Rally as Team 114 TNT.

To learn more, visit: TNT-TRIEDNTRUE.COM

Host Bio:

Scott Brady

Scott is the executive publisher and co-founder of Expedition Portal and Overland Journal and is often credited with popularizing overlanding in North America. His travels by 4WD and adventure motorcycle span all seven continents and include three circumnavigations of the globe. His polar expeditions include two vehicle crossings of Antarctica and the first long-axis crossing of Greenland. @scott.a.brady

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