Big City Mountaineers

Boots and backpacks, tents and tarpaulins, sleeping bags and socks – the gear library for Big City Mountaineers is as well stocked as any outdoor retail store. That’s as it should be.  Gear ...

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Imagine the power of adventure and the great outdoors to transform lives, coupled with the comfort and style of a luxury camper van. This is precisely the vision brought to life by the remarkable...

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Written By Mena Ayazi June 13, 2023 Seasonal Instructors play an integral role in bringing the BCM experience to life. Tasked with leading trips and expeditions, Instructors not only ensure the s...

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Written By Fred Sproat, National Program DirectorApril 25, 2023 In the middle of a cascading waterfall running full throttle with spring snowmelt is a tenacious tree whose roots are sunk deep in ...

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Since 1989, BCM has provided more than 45,000 nights under the stars for youth who might not have otherwise had the opportunity. BCM’s programs have positively impacted the lives of young peopl...

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At Big City Mountaineers, we are kicking off 2023 with the official launch of our Adventure for Someone (AFS) fundraising program. Read on to hear more about what’s new for AFS in 2023! Adventu...

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Written by Rachel Brackins Photos courtesy of Willie McBride @thewilliegmcbride “I love the fact that the definition of adventure is basically an undertaking with an uncertain outcome,” Willi...

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Written by Rachel Brackins Photos and Story courtesy of Andy Miller Like many hiking enthusiasts, Andy Miller plans to walk all ~2,190 miles of the famed Appalachian Trail (AT)  – traveling fr...

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Written by Rachel Brackins Photos courtesy of Yvonne Rivera (@itsyvonne) In 2014, at the age of 56, Yvonne completed her first major outdoor adventure — climbing Mt. Hood with Big City Mountain...

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Written by Rachel Brackins | Photos courtesy of Chris Ball Like all of us, Chris Ball (Cball) has experienced quite a bit of change over the last few years. With the onset of COVID-19 and a shift...

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