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Beyond Vision: A Documentary About Lonnie Is In Production

September 4, 2026

There is a feature documentary being made about Lonnie, and the first trailer is here. Beyond Vision is in production… Continue Reading Beyond Vision: A Documentary About Lonnie Is In Production

GO BEYOND: An Evening With Lonnie, November 12

September 2, 2026

On Thursday, November 12, 2026, Common Ground Films is hosting a benefit dinner for Lonnie at The Woolery Mill in… Continue Reading GO BEYOND: An Evening With Lonnie, November 12

Three Days at the Heroes New Hope Foundation Fish Rodeo

July 6, 2026

In June, Lonnie spent three days on the water at the Heroes New Hope Foundation fish rodeo, a fishing event… Continue Reading Three Days at the Heroes New Hope Foundation Fish Rodeo

Lonnie Bedwell Given Distinguised Alumni Award by Vincennes University

November 7, 2025

Lonnie Bedwell was honored to receive the Vincennes University Distinguished Alumni Award — presented in front of a large crowd… Continue Reading Lonnie Bedwell Given Distinguised Alumni Award by Vincennes University

Carstensz Pyramid Summitted!

November 7, 2025

In October 2025, Lonnie Bedwell, accompanied by his team including adventurer Bryan Hill, successfully summited Carstensz Pyramid (16,024 ft /… Continue Reading Carstensz Pyramid Summitted!

Mt. Elbrus Summit Achieved!

September 8, 2025

In August 2025, Lonnie, Alex, and the team reached the summit of Mount Elbrus (18,510 ft / 5,642 m)—the highest… Continue Reading Mt. Elbrus Summit Achieved!

From Bloomington Courts to the VA Auditorium: Lonnie’s July 2025 Speaking Engagements

August 7, 2025

Lonnie Bedwell recently hit the road to connect with athletes and veterans, sharing the lessons he’s learned since losing his… Continue Reading From Bloomington Courts to the VA Auditorium: Lonnie’s July 2025 Speaking Engagements

Lonnie Bedwell on “Going in Blind” Podcast

July 7, 2025

Lonnie Bedwell dives deep into the nuts and bolts of how he prepared—both mentally and physically—for feats like kayaking the… Continue Reading Lonnie Bedwell on “Going in Blind” Podcast

Donate to Lonnie’s Sightless Summit Endeavors

March 17, 2025

Lonnie Bedwell is a true testament to the power of human resilience. A blind veteran and fearless adventurer, Lonnie has… Continue Reading Donate to Lonnie’s Sightless Summit Endeavors

Antarctica Adventure and Summit December 2024

December 17, 2024

In December 2024, Lonnie Bedwell achieved a remarkable feat by summiting Mount Vinson, the highest peak in Antarctica, and reaching… Continue Reading Antarctica Adventure and Summit December 2024

Lonnie Bedwell Interviewed on “Like a Farmer” Podcast

November 8, 2023

Lonnie Bedwell, National Geographic Adventurer of the Year and inspiring motivational speaker, joined the Like a Farmer Podcast to share… Continue Reading Lonnie Bedwell Interviewed on “Like a Farmer” Podcast

Climbing Monkey Face!

November 18, 2021

Lonnie got together with the Sightless Summits team and crushed Monkey Face at Smith Rock State Park. Go check out… Continue Reading Climbing Monkey Face!