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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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NYC: Field Trips with Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.

This fall, we're launching a new field trip series in partnership with our friends at Sierra Nevada Brewing Co! Each trip is designed to...

Chicago’s Biggest Mappy Hour Event Yet!

Mappy Hour x The North Face – Chicago Explore More Challenge Launch Party We launched The Chicago Explore More Challenge in partnership with The North...

5 Takeaways from Mappy Hour NYC

On Wednesday, Mappy Hour officially launched our partnership with The North Face in New York City. It was a whirlwind event, complete with bouldering,...

The Chicago Explore More Guide

10 Outdoor Adventures in and Around Chicago Here we outline our favorite ways to enjoy the outdoors in and around Chicago. Our partner, The North...

Field Trip Report: Kayaking Constitution Marsh

Yesterday, a group of intrepid New Yorkers hopped on the Metro-North train from Grand Central Terminal for a day of paddling. Our zone of...

The NYC Explore More Guide

When the screeches of sirens and subway tracks fill your day, it can be tough to feel like there’s nature in and around NYC....

Mappy Hour Teams Up with The North Face To Inspire Local Exploration

Today we’re excited to share a brand new partnership between Mappy Hour and The North Face. Together, we’re creating meet-ups, adventure guides, and a...

NWA Launch & Map Reading

Last week we launched our first Mappy Hour Chapter meet-up in North West Arkansas.  The rain held off and it turned into a beautiful...

The History of S’Mores

Last week, Mappy Hour NYC joined local National Park Rangers for a night of campfires, singing and s'mores on the beach. Along with eating...

The Best Maps for Bikepacking in the Northeast

We're organizing via Pinterest - check out the board here. Sources/QuickLinks: http://www.718c.com/ https://www.greenway.org/route-map https://slatevalleytrails.org/gravel-ride-network https://bikepacking.com/routes/green-mountain-gravel-growler/

Epic adventures and returning home to Bentonville: Meet Heather Smith

Being out on the trail is something we all have a deep love for but returning home and sharing your experiences with your community...

The Best MicroAdventures in Denver

As Outdoor Retailer descended on Denver, our local chapter put together a night for both locals and visitors alike. We gathered at the Mountain...