Taking your canine companion into the backcountry with you? Here are some helpful tips to keep you both safe and having a great time outside.
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Gratitude in the Backcountry: Thank You, Arc’teryx, for Supporting My Scholarship + Backcountry Journey
Dear Arc’teryx Team, I wanted to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for the incredible opportunity provided to me through the Arc’teryx Backcountry Scholarship. This generous support enabled me to embark on an amazing journey of personal growth and...
Shopping, Smiles + Scholarships – VNTRbirds Winter Gear Swap + Sale Recap
Last weekend VNTRbirds hosted their Winter 2023 Gear Swap + Sale. VNTRbirds hosts these biannual events every winter and spring at The Pad Silverthorne. A portion of all the sellers’ proceeds was donated to the VNTRbirds scholarship program, The VNTRFUND.
THE RIDER TO RACER PROGRAM: AN INSIDERS’ TAKE
Whether you’re race-curious or just wanting to improve your downhill skills, I promise you will walk away from the VNTRbirds Rider to Racer program as a better mountain biker. Plus, you’ll make friends, build relationships, and gain confidence that will last a lifetime.
Handlebars and Battle Scars: How I conquered my trail fears with a summer of women’s mountain bike clinics
In 2021, I got my first mountain bike, inspired by the vibes of the gals who rode. A friend who was also venturing into mountain biking offered to tackle a "beginner" loop together. I struggled on the uphill and questioned how anyone got up some of those short, steep...
2024 Scholarship Recipients
VNTRbirds is here to break down the barriers to have more women, femme and non-binary people in the outdoors. Our mission is to not just showcase that there is space for everyone in the outdoors, but build access as well.