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I survived an avalanche, but the real challenge came after

After surviving an avalanche that killed his best friend, Joe Yelverton spent years running from his trauma. Today he's found peace in telling his, and other people's, stories.

In his early twenties, Joe Yelverton and two friends climbed Eagle Peak in the Chugach mountain range in Alaska. His life changed in an instant when an avalanche hit them, killing his best friend Steve. For years afterwards, Joe's life was characterised by anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress disorder. But with friendship, photography and an unwavering love of the wilderness, Joe found healing and peace in the Chugach again.

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Presenter: Emily Webb
Producer: May Cameron

(Photo: Joe Yelverton. Credit: Joe Yelverton)

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Tue 22 Mar 2022 03:06GMT

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