While riding, they will engage in challenging and entertaining discussions about access to public lands, equality and inclusion in the outdoors, and other issues that impact the way people interact with the natural world.
We will share those discussions through film, YouTube, and social media. We don’t want economic challenges to be a reason not to participate.
We will compensate riders for their time, in an effort to reduce the barriers to join.
Bonus..! We’ll outfit you with top-tier gear and training resources.
Our goal is to make content that is enjoyable for all - not just cyclists. We intend to mitigate the adventure gap by engaging new audiences, BIPOC communities, and folks who otherwise would not have the opportunity to be part of this experience.
people to get outside, especially those individuals who don’t see themselves represented in the outdoor adventure landscape.
to the inequities and barriers in the outdoor access space and foster solution-oriented conversations.
and advocacy for agencies and organizations that provide and manage publicly accessible land.
When people engage in activities and challenges outdoors which push their mind and body, they feel happier, healthier, and are more physically and mentally equpped to contribute to the well-being of our communities.
There is more work to be done in order to have equitable and connected access.
The landscapes we enjoy for recreational purposes are also critical for natural resources, cultural resources, climate change resilience, and water supply benefits.
TRAILS ADVOCATE
WRITER + TRAILS CONSULTANT
STRATEGIC EQUITY ADVISOR
TOPO COLLECTIVE