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🎉 Blackpackers’ Climb Night is back for Febru

🎉 Blackpackers’ Climb Night is back for February (And March) dates starting Saturday, February 4th.

🧗🏿‍♂️All climbing levels are accepted in our program, meeting at @climbcityrock in Colorado Springs from 4pm to 6pm, we just ask that you please register using the link in our bio first.

The amazing @herna24k will be heading this course and we are all so excited to have you there!

📌Please email admin@coblackpackers.com with questions only. *Registrations will not be accepted via email.

Link in bio. In this week’s episode, we are on

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In this week’s episode, we are once again joined by Patricia Cameron. We catch up on all that she’s been up to since our last interview, including a NOLS mountaineering leadership course in Alaska, a 2022 LASH on the PCT, and a hiker trash prom hosted by her organization, Blackpackers. Patricia also shares a distressing story of being the victim of a hate crime during her PCT hike in Lone Pine, California, in which she caught the entire encounter on video. We play the audio from this incident and get Patricia’s take on exactly what went down, some of her thoughts on the risk and reception of being a hiker of color in rural towns, and why, despite this incident, she has no plans to stop long-distance backpacking. A warning to listeners that the audio from this video is triggering, but I do believe that it’s important for everyone in the community to hear this and get a sense of the depressing reality that still persists for many of our fellow hikers. #backpackerradio #thetrek

Repost from @thereclaimed • Rev Dr MLK, Jr, said

Repost from @thereclaimed
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Rev Dr MLK, Jr, said a LOT of prolific, powerful, and pertinent things.

A lot.

I know MLK DAY is next week, and right now, some school teacher is teaching our next generation some watered down, white washed version of Dr King’s legacy. Y’all know I’m not about that life.

So here is a very short list of some of the other things Dr King said that resonate so much today.

Because y’all are not about to “content of their character” us to death.

Dr. Rickey Frierson says “I subscribe to the bel

Dr. Rickey Frierson says “I subscribe to the belief that every individual and organization can be successful when an inclusive vision, a common goal and a united purpose is established. Because of this, I have dedicated my professional and academic studies to assist and train education leaders and institutions in examining proactive strategies to create efficient and fruitful educational experiences for their diverse students, staff, and faculty.”  Dr. Frierson has spent over a decade presenting internationally and domestically on issues of social justice, diversity and inclusion, and underrepresented student success within higher education.   His research interest centers on institutional accountability and effectiveness in student success and completion at predominantly white public institutions. More succinctly, Dr. Frierson takes pride in assisting administrators, superintendents, principals, professors, teachers, counselors, and institutions in examining proactive strategies to create efficient and fruitful educational experiences for their diverse students, staff, and faculty. 
One of the founding board members of Blackpackers, coming from Houston Tx, Dr. Frierson is finally starting to get used to the cooler Colorado weather after just a few years here. Congratulations, Rickey, on your successes at @csuwarnercollege

🥳 Thanks for the memories 2022!!  Looking bac

🥳 Thanks for the memories 2022!! 
Looking back at all we were able to accomplish in the last year, we wanted to share a small glimpse into what that impact looks like.   Blackpackers has experienced an incredible amount of growth in the last year and we are so excited for what 2023 has in store! 🎉

🎆 We would love to ring in the new year with a bang, so now is the perfect time to sneak in your support through Give! before the ball drops. 🪩  🎊 Here’s to 2022 and looking forward to 2023!

There’s a rumor going around that Blackpackers i

There’s a rumor going around that Blackpackers is entering a sweet potato pie s’more into the competition.

The rumor is true.

❄️Blackpackers is so excited to be back at @ar

❄️Blackpackers is so excited to be back at @arapahoe_basin for the ‘22/‘23 season!

🏂 This weekend kickstarts the Blackpackers much anticipated Ski & Ride program. 🎿

We have ✨record breaking✨ registration numbers this season and are excited to get as many people on the mountain as possible!

Our typeform registration for this program will be maxed out shortly so make sure you sign up before we close it!
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🎧Take a listen to our spot on @91.5krcc , where

🎧Take a listen to our spot on @91.5krcc , where @patriciacameronco talks Blackpackers and our community efforts (55sec)  Right now we’re hand signing thank you cards for everyone who donates to us through the @givepikespeak Campaign.   All donations of ANY dollar amount will get you a signed thank you card PLUS— an exclusive Blackpackers sticker!
✨(remember, Blackpackers merch is only available to our donors)✨  We are so grateful for your much needed support!
Without YOU we could not provide the programming, gear, resources, and educational opportunities to the community we serve. Your donation has impacted hundreds of people and we are excited for that reach to expand to the thousands in 2023! Please consider a donation today, or share this message and help spread the word to help us reach our goals in the new year!

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Still have some holiday shopping list to do? I wan

Still have some holiday shopping list to do? I want a great deal on some gifts that will have your family and friends stoked? Do some holiday shopping with Blackpackers! Our auction is up for another week, this gives you plenty of time to get some really awesome deals on some really cool stuff while also supporting us in opening our NEW Outdoor Academy in 2023!

check out things like
❄️lift tickets with no blackout days at @snowmass
❄️ certificates for some of your favorite outdoor retail stores like Fjällräven and @sheflyapparel

Gear and apparel from your favorite outdoor stores like

❄️ @patagonia
❄️ @fjallraven_na
❄️ @sramcolorado
❄️custom @meierskis
❄️ @melanzana_leadville
❄️ @katabaticgear
❄️ @rovrproducts

and so much more!

swipe right for more images and the QR code. Happy bidding!

👐Today is Colorado Gives Day!   Since 2010,

👐Today is Colorado Gives Day!   Since 2010, Coloradans have come together to provide support to non profits that change lives in our community. This year, Blackpackers is being supported through the Give! Campaign.
 In the 2021 season we were able to take 94 people on fully funded trips to @arapahoe_basin , and this year we’d like to get twice as many people on the mountain! 
This impact is only made possible thanks the support from YOUR generous donations— Click the link in our bio to give today!
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#blackpackers #coblackpackers #givecampaign2022 #liveheregivehere #strongertogether #fortheloveofgiving #cogivesday2022 #cogivesday

🎉We are only one day away from the Hiker Trash

🎉We are only one day away from the Hiker Trash Prom!

Doors open tomorrow night at 5:30pm MST for the highly anticipated Hiker Trash Prom. If you haven’t grabbed your tickets yet, now is a great time to do it!

Our newest event sponsor, @cohealthfdn , has generously donated 8 tickets back to us to distribute to our community.

The first 8 people to email admin@coblackpackers.com to claim their ticket will receive a code!

Get yourself dressed up in your best cocktail attire or Hiker trash + prom themed gear!

There will be delicious catering from @eatluchals , Beer provided by @upslope + Wine from @coaltrainwine, and a live DJ with plenty of space to dance! 🪩

Who are YOU bringing to the prom?

🎉Our auction is live and to celebrate we are ha

🎉Our auction is live and to celebrate we are having a giveaway! 
The winner will receive TWO tickets to our Hiker Trash Prom on Saturday, December 3rd in Colorado Springs!   To enter 1. Make sure you’re following us here 2. Like this post and share to your stories
3. Tag a friend you want to bring with you to the social party of the holiday season  Blackpackers’ Hiker Trash Prom auction includes items from your favorite outdoor brands like
- custom Blackpacker Skis from @meierskis
-A drivetrain from @sramcolorado
-certificates from @aspensnowmass
-1 night stay @kinshiplanding
-Jackets from @katabaticgear
-a Micro Grid Hoodie from @melanzana_leadville
Multiple gift bundles from
- @rovrproducts
- @patagoniaboulder
- @fjallravenofficial
- @rei
- @smartwool
-plus gift cards for @sheflyapparel , @desertmountainmedicine , Ramble, @alpenglowcoffeeco
And much more!   Auction items are updated daily, winner will be notified via DM and tagged in the comments. Giveaway ends Friday 12/2/22 at 10:30am MST

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