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Mappy Hour

We’re a community of urban dwelling outdoor enthusiasts. Our goal at Mappy Hour is to create safe and supportive physical and digital spaces for urban dwellers looking to connect with nature, outdoor recreation and each other.

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CLE: Surfing in Cleveland

Thanks to all who came to last week's Mappy Hour. We had a great time hearing from Bill of NALU Standup Paddle and Surf and noshing on drinks...

Thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail with Melissa Goodwin

Melissa Goodwin thought she was only going to be hiking for a month with her Dad. Six months later she'd completed the entirety of...

City Adventures: Discover and Explore the City of Marrakech, Morocco

Need a city adventure in between your mountain treks? Marrakech is home to beautiful mosques, palaces, gardens, and the world famous souks. There are...

DRM: Local Knowledge at Sam’s Quik Stop with Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.

Mappy Hour Durham gathered in the quiet, laid-back atmosphere of Sam's Quik Stop. Sitting around a table and sipping Sierra Nevada's made it easy...

Mappy Hour x Blue Sky Fund Recap

Last week Mappy Hour took time to talk about how the outdoors can change us. We were lucky to have Mappy Hour member and...

Mappy Hour Chapter Leader Summit

Last month, a group of former and current Mappy Hour Chapter Leader's gathered in the mountains of Colorado to brainstorm, exchange ideas and enjoy...

NYC: Hiking in Harriman State Park

We teamed up with Sierra Nevada, Merrell and Paragon Sports for a night all about hiking near NYC! Don Weise has been hiking, guiding and...

Backpacking 101 Recap

Last week Mappy Hour returned to RVA! With fall fast approaching, our event was all about hiking and backpacking 101. Thru-hiker Travis Gray was...
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Watch: From Peru to Professional (Photographer)

What started out as a four month trip to Peru ended with a career as a commercial photographer. Watch our newest Inside Mappy Hour...

DEN: Building Footbridges

Conservation, as a big picture idea, is something we can all get behind. But how do the dynamics of protecting land play out in...

Richmond: Changing the Face of the Outdoors

Richmond Virginia invited the leadership of the Women’s Multisports of Richmond to share their personal journeys in becoming athletes and organizers. Find out how...
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Watch: Trail Running Los Dientes de Navarino (in Patagonia)

When Jess and Eduardo headed to Patagonia in 2016 they had no idea who or rather, what, they'd meet on the trail. Here they...