November 19, 2024
In Alabama, early summer bugs are much different than late summer bugs. This is just one of several lessons learned during Birmingham’s inaugural summer with Big City Mountaineers (BCM), as noted by Amber Somma, Director of YouthServe in Birmingham, a […]
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October 8, 2024
Design that tells a story. Big City Mountaineers’ (BCM) brand partner, Arcade Belts, creator of performance stretch belts built for outdoor adventure, daily life, and workwear, sees design as part of their corporate philosophy—a commitment to creating positive change. And […]
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September 3, 2024
One of Big City Mountaineers’ (BCM) most important jobs is tuning into the communities it serves. In an effort to ensure that it is providing outdoor experiences to youth who will benefit highly, BCM partners with local experts—youth agencies and […]
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July 10, 2024
Big City Mountaineers’ (BCM) network reaches across the United States to encompass mountain ranges, national parks, boundary waters, and wild seashores. Each year BCM organizes nearly 90 outdoor trips to six wild regions for more than 300 youth who might […]
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April 30, 2024
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 is a big factor in the success […]
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September 8, 2023
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 partnership between Big City Mountaineers (BCM), […]
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June 13, 2023
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 safety and well-being of participants, but actively play a […]
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April 25, 2023
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 a crack in the rocks. I keep tabs […]
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