Managing Type 1 Diabetes in the Wilderness

Advanced Wilderness Life Support (AWLS)

In this episode, student Clay Hicke shares his personal journey of living with type 1 diabetes while pursuing his passion for the outdoors. Clay opens up about the challenges he has faced in managing his condition, from daily struggles to wilderness adventures, and how those trials shaped his resilience. Through honesty and insight, he reveals the strategies, mindset, and support that helped him not just cope with diabetes, but thrive with it. This inspiring conversation is a testament to perseverance, adaptation, and finding strength in the face of chronic illness.