What happens when a group of people with Type 1 diabetes heads deep into the backcountry—where there’s no cell service, no easy exit, and everyone understands exactly what it means to manage T1D?

In this episode, Madi talks with Chris Rome, founder of Project Insulination, an outdoor adventure organization created “by Type 1s, for Type 1s.” Chris shares how his own 26+ years living with Type 1 diabetes—and a lifetime of pushing beyond the limits others expected of him—led him to create challenging outdoor experiences where people with T1D can hike, backpack, climb, and explore together.

Chris explains what it takes to safely bring diabetes into the wilderness, from backup insulin and extra CGM and pump supplies to satellite communication, emergency planning, weather monitoring, and wilderness first-response training. He also opens up about his personal journey through addiction, personal growth, fatherhood, and ultimately finding a way to give back to the diabetes community.

But the biggest takeaway goes far beyond hiking: diabetes may require more preparation, but it doesn’t have to determine what you can and can’t do.

As Chris puts it: “Don’t let diabetes be the reason you don’t do anything.”