The Pearly Gates: Book Talk & Signing with Author Lisa Jo French

Description: Join author, environmental consultant, and outdoor enthusiast Lisa Jo Frech for a conversation about her debut book, The Pearly Gates, Before & After: 42 Brief Escapes. Drawing on more than 50 years of travel and outdoor adventure, Lisa shares memorable stories from mountain climbs, sailing journeys, ski trips, bicycle tours, and international travels. Named after the iconic climbing route near the summit of Mount Hood, the book explores the challenges, discoveries, and rewards found along life’s many paths. Following the presentation, guests are invited to participate in a Q&A and meet the author during a book signing. Copies of The Pearly Gates, Before & After: 42 Brief Escapes will be available for purchase. Come discover stories that inspire adventure, curiosity, and a deeper connection to the natural world.