Camping
Stand-up paddleboarding—or, SUPing—might be the poster child for Hallmark family beach vacations everywhere. (Aka, wholesome and nice, but not altogether thrilling.) But the truth is: this sport can be seriously adventuresome.
Think a multiday paddling adventure has to be all about whitewater thrills? Heck, no. Sure, there’s a lot to be said for the adrenaline ride of gnarly rapids. But beginner paddlers—and, truly, even experienced river runners—can eke just as much reward from a camping excursion on a gentler, non-technical stream.
This April, Osprey is joining partner organization Leave No Trace (LNT) for their international #LeaveNoTrash(Opens in a new window) imitative. This international campaign hopes to raise awareness about the pressing issue of waste and its impact on the planet. Together, we can inspire individuals and communities to take action and reduce their waste output, leaving no trash behind. A proud, longtime partner with LNT, Osprey has been sewing
Whether you’re motivated by hitting the slopes or decking the halls, tis the season to celebrate. You may be staying cozy at home, visiting with loved ones or traveling for a memorable time away—no matter what you have in store, here are five ways to bring meaning to this holiday season.
1. Get Outdoors
This may be a little on the nose for us, but spending time outside is one of the best ways that you can connect with family and friends through the holidays. From a snowball fight in the yard to an epic snowshoe adventure in the woods, there’s no wrong way get that fresh air and have fun. So, grab your favorite coat, get those boots on and go play.
2. Plan for the Year Ahead
The holidays might be the only time of year you spend with all your closest loved ones, all in the same place. Why not capitalize on the opportunity and start forecasting some shared adventures in the year ahead? Set aside
In 2023, we’re thrilled to be celebrating the 10th anniversary of Latino Outdoors *and* Latino Conservation Week.
“Walking down the river with my Queer lover and two other trans guys… Powerful. Validating. Normal. I had never met another trans man before. This is all very new to me. The learning was potent and powerful and people’s stories were so moving. So grateful.” -Participant, Queer River Rafting w/ Holiday River Expeditions
In Bears Ears National Monument, evidence of those who once inhabited the vast canyons and mesa-tops is everywhere: there are more than 100,000 documented cultural sites within the national monument’s boundaries, making the region one of the most extensive archeological areas on earth. Petroglyphs, pottery sherds, ancestral cliff dwellings and structures remind visitors of not only those who walked these lands before us, but the sanctity of this living, cultural landscape.