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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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Mappy Hour Skills: Basic Map Reading

By Justin Bailey. Last Wednesday at Brooklyn’s 718 Cyclery a group of interested naturalists, aspiring outdoorspeople, and weekend warriors gathered to learn about the basics...

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From New York City to the Appalachain Trail

We got a chance to hop on the phone with Mappy Hour NYC Member Alexa before she sets off for the Continental Divide Trail...

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DET: Backpacking 101

As Spring teases many of us here in Michigan, a group of Detroiters got together this month to learn all about backpacking tips and...

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Elevated Camp Cooking: Jambalaya

Virtual Mappy Hour with The North Face featuring Chef Corso of MONTyBOCA: Jambalaya Need an easy and delicious meal for your next backpacking trip. MONTyBOCA's...

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DC: Anacostia Riverkeeper

Mappy Hour DC gathered in February at Filson’s new store (1631 14th st NW), to talk with Trey Sherard, a biologist with Anacostia Riverkeeper. Anacostia...

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Red Line to South Mountain: A Guide to Harpers Ferry

D.C. based adventurers looking for a weekend getaway to Harpers Ferry or "the psychological halfway point" of the Appalachian Trail can easily hop on...

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Mappy Hour Skills: Intro to Bushcraft

A group gathered in a Brooklyn bike shop on a late winter night, with cordage, sticks, and knives - ready to learn the basics...

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