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Quincy Quarries: A Climber's Guide to Boston's Iconic Graffiti-Covered Crag
A Local's Guide to Quincy Quarries, Boston's Iconic Urban Climbing Destination

All you need to know about the 200-year-old granite mine that became an unexpected haven for both Northeast climbers and graffiti writers

10 New York City-Based Outdoor Brands You Should Know
10 New York City-Based Outdoor Gear Brands to Have on Your Radar

It might be far from the mountains but with a never-ending well of creative energy it's no surprise Gotham makes its share of great outdoor gear

Summit Journal's New Editor on Resurrecting the Fabled Climbing Print Mag
Summit Magazine, the Climbing World's Premier Publication, Is Back from the Dead

Editor Michael Levy discusses the legacy of Summit, which ran from 1955 to 1996, favorite archival stories, and why relaunch a print magazine in 2023

Canoe Camping Guide: How to Safely Plan & Execute a Paddling Trip
Everything You Need to Know About Planning & Executing a Canoe Camping Trip

All the intel you need to successfully leave your hiking boots and adventure rig behind and get on the water

New York City Surfing: A Comprehensive Guide for Locals & Tourists Alike
Yes There's Surf in New York City: Here's Everything You Need to Know About It

A generous guide for lifelong waterman and beginner surfers alike, including where to go, what to ride, and what seasons to plan on paddling out

52 Rock Climbing Terms & Lingo Every Climber Should Know
50+ Rock Climbing Terms Every New Climber Should Know

All the beta you need to send your project and not bail at the crux, whether in the bouldering gym or at your local outdoor crag

Spot Delivers Comprehensive Injury Insurance for Adventure Lovers, From $90
Meet the Upstart Insurance Company Covering Adventure Lovers for Just $90/Year

With partners like Ikon Pass, USA Cycling, and American Mountain Guide Association, Spot offers otherwise healthy outdoorists full coverage for cheap

Boston Rock Climbing Guide: The City's Best Outdoor Crags & Indoor Gyms
Everything You Need to Know About Rock Climbing In and Around Boston

With easy access to some of New England's iconic crags and a burgeoning gym scene, it's not so bad to be a climber in Beantown

With Bold Rebrand Fat Tire Asks Beer Drinkers to Help Save Mother Earth
With Bold Rebrand Fat Tire Asks Beer Drinkers to Help Save the Only Planet with Beer

How LAND used bold, eye-catching design to refocus America’s original craft beer brand on sustainability and climate activism (and having fun outside)

Q&A: How Athlete Anita Naidu Teaches Mountain Biking for Societal Change
How Anita Naidu is Making the Outdoors a More Inclusive Place with Mountain Biking

The pro athlete, humanitarian, and aspiring astronaut talks building community, dismantling injustice, and how mountain biking brings her joy

28 LGBTQ+ Outdoor Groups Supporting & Celebrating Diversity in Nature
28 LGBTQ+ Outdoor Groups to Support During Pride and Beyond

International and regional organizations, nonprofits, and collectives celebrating and supporting LGBTQIA+ campers, climbers, hikers, and more

65 Black, Indigenous & POC Outdoor Organizations to Support
65 BIPOC Owned Outdoor Collectives, Nonprofits & Orgs to Support

An evolving list of BIPOC-run outdoors groups, nonprofits, and community organizations promoting diversity and inclusion in nature

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