Jon Muir

Jon Robert Muir OAM is an Australian mountaineer who has walked through many terrains, supporting himself through his travels, becoming very skilled at bushwalking, hunting and finding resources. He is well known for walking alone across Australia, the North pole, South pole, Mt. Everest and kayaking in the ocean. He has many different achievements that are listed below, in chronological order.

Biography

Muir grew up in Australia. He began adventuring after being inspired while sailing with a friend. He started rock climbing professionally. At age sixteen, Muir decided to drop out of school and pursue adventuring and climbing full time, beginning in New Zealand. He climbed Mount Everest solo and walked across Australia without assistance or re-supply.
Muir lives on an off-grid property, adjacent to the Grampian ranges in Victoria, Australia.