It's a mere mile to Pear Lake, the final destination of the Lakes Trail in Sequoia National Park. My pace has slowed since I began my hike just after sunrise when the temperatures were still low. I had been chipper, wrapped in layers that are
Women are the center of AdventurUs Women escapes. All of our guides and participants are women who commit to fostering a community where risk-taking and growth are treated with compassion. Here are 6 reasons why all-women outdoor spaces are important. Shared experiences break down barriers Intersectionality, a
At AdventurUs Women, we know that every woman has the strength and resilience to take risks, challenge herself, and accomplish her goals. But taking that first step to get out of your comfort zone can be daunting. Here are some tips on how to set
Affinity spaces, in a traditional sense, are spaces in which people bond over a shared interest. A chess club, for example, is an affinity space. In some ways, so is a country club. But affinity spaces can have much greater social impacts, too. Identity-based affinity
“There’s nothing straight about nature” is the unofficial slogan for OUT There Adventures (OTA), Elyse Rylander jokes. She is the founder of OUT There Adventures, a non-profit organization that strives to empower queer youth by facilitating opportunities to connect with the outdoors. Nature is winding
Summer is upon us! This Saturday, June 20th, is the Summer Solstice marking the longest day of the year! Summer Solstice is a celebration of the sun and nature, it’s a time of reflection and one’s inner spiritual journey, it’s a time of new beginnings,
At AdventurUs Women, we believe in the transformative power of the outdoors for women. The outdoors offers opportunities for risk, growth, bonding, joy, and empowerment. Our spaces are designed to foster inclusive and affirming environments for women of all races, ages, sizes, abilities, and experience
Time to Meet the Team! We are excited to welcome our Summer 2020 intern, Elle Biesemeyer. Elle (she/her/hers) is a rising senior at Scripps College majoring in Writing & Rhetoric and Anthropology. Born and raised in Portland, Oregon, the outdoors have been an integral part of
Time to Meet the Team! We are excited to welcome our Summer 2020 intern, Maya Ghosh. Maya (she/her/hers) is an incoming junior at Claremont McKenna College majoring in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics. As an avid backpacker, scuba diver, and National Parks enthusiast, she is excited to be
So you want to go hiking? Awesome! We are stoked that you want to go hiking and want you to LOVE it as much as we do. Let's talk about Day Hiking 101! We hope this blog post answers some questions you may have, provides
