10. Gearing Up for an Outdoor Adventure with Michelle Millben, Outdoor Enthusiast

“I don’t want anyone to think you have to purchase all these things to be a part of a community of people who are enjoying the outdoors. You don’t need to buy a bunch of stuff to enjoy all of the beauty Virginia has to offer. But for me, making this investment is useful because it’s not just a hobby or an activity, it’s now my lifestyle.” – Michelle Millben, Beginner Outdoor Enthusiast

How do YOU plan to adventure in the New Year? Today’s guest, Michelle Millben, has resolved to spend more time in the outdoors and is gearing up for her next adventure. Michelle shares her experience shopping for the basics and discusses how to choose gear that is right for you. Be sure to check out the show notes for a listing of local outfitters and consignment shops across Virginia. Let’s Go!

Links Mentioned:

• Second Ascent Outdoor Gear and Clothing Consignment, Arlington: http://www.secondascentconsignment.com/photos.html

• High Tor Gear Exchange, Charlottesville: https://shop.hightorgearexchange.com/

• Trail Hut Gear Exchange, Richmond: https://thetrailhut.com/

• Great Outdoor Provision Co., Charlottesville/Virginia Beach: https://greatoutdoorprovision.com/

• Rockfish Gap Outfitters, Waynesboro: https://www.rockfishgapoutfitters.com/

• Walkabout Outfitters, Richmond/Harrisonburg/Lexington/Roanoke/Blacksburg: https://www.walkaboutoutfitter.com/

• WornWear: https://wornwear.patagonia.com/

• REI: https://www.rei.com/

• Kuhl: https://www.kuhl.com/

• Patagonia: https://www.patagonia.com/home/

• Oboz: https://obozfootwear.com/

• Merrell: https://www.merrell.com/US/en/home

• Chacos: https://www.chacos.com/US/en/home

• Osprey: https://www.osprey.com/us/en/

• Danskin: https://danskin.com/

• Sky Meadows State Park: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/sky-meadows

• Mason Neck State Park: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/mason-neck

• Virginia State Parks: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/

• Mount Pleasant: https://dwr.virginia.gov/vbwt/sites/mount-pleasant-scenic-area/

• Stoney Man Summit: https://gohikevirginia.com/hike-little-stony-man-cliffs-stony-man-summit/

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