Canyoneering, an adventurous activity involving the descent of canyons through hiking, climbing, rappelling, and swimming, remained relatively unknown until 2003. It gained widespread attention when Aron Ralston famously amputated his own arm to escape being trapped in a canyon. The sport saw a surge in popularity in the late 1990s, fueled by the spread of information online, attracting thrill-seekers from diverse backgrounds and skill levels. As this new wave of casual adventurers emerged, three key figures—a canyoneering instructor, a pioneer, and a guidebook author—each addressed the rising interest in this perilous pursuit. “Gorging” uses the narrative of canyoneering to explore broader themes about the quest for excitement and the potential repercussions of such endeavors.