I started this list when I created the Concrete Hiker in 2017. Since then, this list has grown with more resources to help all New Yorkers prepare and get outside.

Guiding companies, non-profit organizations, and gear brands based in New York continue to grow this initiative.

I love helping others gain the tools and confidence to explore nature from wherever they call home. City-dwellers are no exception, from the Bronx to Rockaway Beach, own your right to the outdoors!

Non-profit Organizations

Mappy Hour

A community of urban dwelling outdoor enthusiasts who gather monthly around maps, guidebooks, beer, and adventure stories. https://mappyhour.org/

Hoods to Woods

The Hoods to Woods Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization that promotes awareness of the outdoors to inner city children through snowboarding. https://www.hoodstowoodsfoundation.org/

New York State Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation

Search New York state's award-winning park system with 180 state parks and 35 historic sites. https://parks.ny.gov/

Hike the Hudson Valley

75+ guides to hikes in the Hudson Valley, Catskills and surrounding region, with info on how to get there, parking, difficulty and views. https://hikethehudsonvalley.com/

New York-New Jersey Trail Conference

The New York-New Jersey Trail Conference is a volunteer-powered organization that builds, maintains, and protects public trails. https://www.nynjtc.org/

SheJumps Northeast

SheJumps serves girls ages 6 and up, women 18 & older who have never participated in outdoor activities or are active members of the outdoor community looking to give back and share their passion. https://www.shejumps.org/

Catskill Center

The Catskill Center works to ensure a bright future for the economy, environment and culture of the Catskills. www.catskillcenter.org/links

Guiding Companies & Experiences

New York State Outdoor Guides Association

Professional New York Guides promoting Adirondack Fly Fishing, Hunting, Canoeing, Kayaking, Hiking, Camping, Boating. https://www.nysoga.org/

Destination Backcountry Adventures

NYC's leader in outdoor adventures and wilderness adventures led by the most experienced guides. We offer day hikes, backpacking trips, and multi-night trips. https://destinationbackcountryadventures.com/

Alpine Endeavors

Alpine Endeavors is an AMGA Accredited guide service offering guided climbs and instruction for rock climbing & ice climbing in New York. In addition to climbing services, they offer guided hikes and snowshoeing of the local areas, navigation skills, Leave No Trace courses, team building events, and wilderness medical courses. https://alpineendeavors.com/

Hike and Draw, NYC

Hike and Draw is a nature-based art program designed to help people develop a deeper relationship with the natural world through drawing and nature.

Where to buy outdoor gear

Allmans Right

Based in the Bronx, this duo designs and creates ultralight backpacking gear.
https://allmansright.com/

Paragon

867 Broadway at 18th St
New York, NY 10003
https://www.paragonsports.com/

REI SoHo

303 Lafayette St
New York, NY 10012
www.rei.com

Outdoor Gear, Online

Garage Grown Gear

Garage Grown Gear is the expert in outdoor gear startups. They take a unique approach to share their stories and products through the online magazine and store. www.garagegrowngear.com

Moosejaw

Moosejaw offers Free Shipping on orders over $35. Plus, they have an amazing reward program. Earn up to 10% back in Moosejaw Reward Dollars on full price items and 2.5% back on sale items. Use them on just about anything in your next order. www.moosejaw.com

Steep and Cheap

Steep and Cheap is an online retailer with a unique platform: they sell one screaming deal at a time until it's gone. The deals are so great (up to 80% off and no less than 50% off), they sell out fast. As soon as one deal sells out, they kick off another. It's back-to-back deals all day long. www.steepandcheap.com