To Climb or Not to Climb?
So… is it safe to go climbing? Every single one of my climber friends is having a similar conversation. The crag by their house never has anyone at it, so, is that okay? Is crack climbing okay? What about climbing…
Conservation & Sustainability
How to Get Outdoors Responsibly
Does anyone else feel like the world has turned upside down? Maybe you feel a push and a pull. Our coveted outdoor spaces are slowly opening up during this pandemic. You want to get out and breathe some fresh air,…
11 Unique Ways to Volunteer in the Outdoors
When it comes to protecting the outdoors, there are many ways to volunteer your time and effort. For all the time you spend exploring your favorite places, there are even more ways to give back. It’s important to support non-profits…
We Should All Stop Going to Creeksgiving
In 2017 I spent my first Creeksgiving in Indian Creek. This day would be the day my friends Marlene and Schuyler would be married on top of the South Six shooter. I would officiate their wedding in a leopard print…
Amazing Eco-Friendly Gear We are Excited About
Outdoor Retailer is the place to be to find the latest and greatest in outdoor gear technology. This year, we were focused on eco-friendly products that make hiking, climbing, backpacking, and getting outside less impactful than ever before. We crawled…
ProView – Icebreaker 7 Days, 1 Shirt, 0 Washes in a Van
When Icebreaker asked us to wear one shirt for seven days in a row, we thought — no problem. We live in a van full time and are very used to wearing the same clothes over and over again until…
5 Ways to Make Eco-Friendly Choices with Your Outdoor Gear
As industry professionals, we need to demand sustainable gear. Why? It turns out that most outdoor gear can’t be recycled, uses tons of resources. For example, one kilogram (2.2 pounds) of raw textiles uses up to 600 liters (158.5 gallons)…
Yosemite’s annual Facelift has become a golden child of stewardship
Since 2004, the Yosemite Climbing Association has hosted Yosemite Facelift, the largest annual clean-up event of any National Park. In the heart of Yosemite, form the Valley center to Tuolumne Meadows, the task of picking up trash over five days…
Six Ways to Reduce Micro-Trash at the Crag
Micro-trash is certainly a common occurrence at crags and trails alike. The little bits of wrappers and tape are what most people brush off for how small and seemingly inconsequential they are. This type of trash is also the easiest…
Why We Should Adopt Leave No Trace Ethics to Everyday Life
The Problem In January, I attended the Outdoor Retailer + Snow Show in Denver. There was a film screening in the Bellco Theater with endless rows of attendees, all supposed outdoorists or were at least involved in the outdoor industry…