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- Jan 12, 2018
- 1 min
5th Annual International Women’s Ski & Snowboard Day: Jan. 20, 2018
IWSD 2018 Recap The K2 Alliance & SheJumps hosted the 5th Annual International Women’s Ski & Snowboard Day (IWSD) on Saturday, January 20, 2018 at 22 locations across the world. Women were invited to get together to celebrate skiing, snowboarding and the power of female camaraderie by having fun on and off the mountain. Our goal was to encourage more females to go skiing and snowboarding – friends, sisters, moms, daughters. Whatever brand you ski on, Whoever you ski with, Whe
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- Jan 5, 2018
- 2 min
5th Annual Get the Girls Out & K2 International Women’s Ski & Snowboard Day at Massanutten R
K2 & SheJumps invite you to the 5th Annual International Women’s Ski & Snowboard Day and Get the Girls Out at the Nut on Saturday, January 20th. Women from all around the world are invited to get together to celebrate skiing and snowboarding and the power of female camaraderie by having fun on and off the mountain! We’ll be hitting the slopes of Massanutten Resort for a fun day of skiing and snowboarding. Women and girls of all ages and abilities are welcome! Instructors and
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- Nov 20, 2017
- 2 min
RECAP: Pray For Snow
Article by Sarah Boisen, Southeast Ambassador SheJumps joined REI Washington DC at their Flagship store to properly kick off the impending snowy season with a Pray for Snow extravaganza! After dusting off their gnarliest neon 80’s ski garb and freshening up their signature “snow dance” moves, thousands of attendees humming, “let it snow, let it snow, let it snow” came together to celebrate winter’s arrival. REI and Ballast Point Brewing generously donated all proceeds from be
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- Nov 8, 2017
- 1 min
SheJumps + RVA Ski Movie 6
The Southeast Region of SheJumps is super excited to partner with RVA Ski Movie for it’s 6th annual event on December 7th at the iconic Firehouse Theatre in Richmond. SheJumps reps will be manning a table during the showing of legendary film maker Warren Miller’s new ski epic, “Line of Descent”. Door prizes will keep the stoke high along with a shout out to SheJumps…so don’t miss it. Tickets are $14 for the 6:00PM and 9:00PM showings and can be bought here. #winter #richmond
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- Oct 26, 2017
- 1 min
Pray For Snow Party at REI DC
Come get rad with SheJumps and REI DC as we celebrate winter’s arrival by bringing back the 80’s! Dig out your gnarliest neon onesie and help us summon the snow with a night of with beer, music, free giveaways, and a film by Teton Gravity Research! If you’re feeling exceptionally confident, come rock your retro garb for a chance to win best-dressed in our fashion show. This event is FREE, but space is limited, so be sure to sign up with REI by following this link. We’re stoke
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- Oct 23, 2017
- 2 min
RECAP: SheJumps Trail Running 101 in Patapsco
Article by Sarah Boisen, Southeast Ambassador Despite waking up to soggy skies, the warm, golden beauty of fall came out in full force for an intimate group of runners attending the SheJumps Trail Running 101 event in Patapsco State Park. After getting acquainted, group members of varying experience levels discovered that they were connected by a shared love for the outdoors and an eagerness to gain new skills alongside similarly adventurous women. Experienced runners shared
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- Sep 27, 2017
- 1 min
SheJumps Trail Running 101 in Patapsco
Did you know that Maryland’s Patapsco State Park boasts 14,000 acres of wilderness right in your Baltimore backyard? Did you also know that within this park are endless trails just waiting for your feet to explore them? Join SheJumps and CorCycle for an afternoon of advice and adventure as we take advantage of all this beautiful region has to offer. We’ll be offering a FREE introduction to trail running where you’ll have the chance to learn about safety and trail-specific tec
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- Sep 20, 2017
- 4 min
RECAP: SheJumps Downhill Day at Massanutten Bike Park
Article by Kelly Drewnowski, Southeast Region Director It was a beautiful summer-like September morning when 10 brave women from the Southeast met at Massanutten Resort in Virginia to embark on a thrilling day of downhill mountain biking. As the ladies were fitted for bikes, helmets, and pads, they received swag bags loaded with sunscreen, lip balm, coffee, wipes, and more, all donated by our great local and national partners. The intimate group quickly became aquatinted and
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- Sep 14, 2017
- 2 min
RECAP: DC Adventure Film Festival
Article by Sarah Boisen, Southeast Ambassador SheJumps had a fantastic weekend partnering with the DC Adventure Film Festival in Washington, D.C. where Girafficorns passed along tips and tricks for making the most of time spent on the trail. We covered female-specific Leave No Trace principals, and discussed best practices for reducing one’s impact when adventuring in the great outdoors. Participants had the opportunity to dig into conversation about what makes the trail expe
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- Aug 14, 2017
- 4 min
SheJumps Downhill Day at Massanutten Bike Park
Come join us for the first SheJumps Downhill Day at the Massanutten Bike Park. Massanutten’s new Mountain Bike Park features beginner-friendly terrain, perfect for an introduction to downhill mountain biking, while also offering an exciting experience for veteran riders. This will be an awesome way to try out downhilling, obtain valuable instruction, and hit the trails with new friends. The day will start with a 75 minute lesson on the lower trails with professional instructi
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- Jul 31, 2017
- 3 min
RECAP: SheJumps into the Trees
Article by Lori Tuskey, Event Host SheJumps into the trees was such a neat and different experience. Our small group of mothers and daughters was perfect for this event. It was a beautiful sunny morning and we got to climb a gorgeous tree in Forest Hill Park in Richmond, Virginia. We learned how to climb like an arborist from a professional arborist with Riverside Outfitters. We met our fellow SheJumpers and RO staff member, Jocelyn, in front of The Stone House. We got some g
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- Jun 22, 2017
- 4 min
Recap: SheJumps Into Surfing 2017
Article and photos by Kelly Drewnowski, Southeast Region Director On a bright, sunny Saturday in June, more than 35 women and young girls from five states gathered on the sands of the North Croatan Surfing Area in Virginia Beach, Virginia to partake in a one-day surf camp with the goal of learning a new sport in a fun, supportive environment. The weather could not have been better that morning as the participants checked in and received their swag bags (reusable grocery bags
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- Jun 19, 2017
- 1 min
SheJumps into The Trees
Join SheJumps for a unique opportunity to try recreational tree climbing with Riverside Outfitters. Instructors will teach the techniques that professional arborists use for ascending into trees on a vertical tree climb and limb walking. The Riverside Outfitters staff of expert climbers will provide all the encouragement, coaching and care climbers need to move beyond their initial comfort zone and realize the rewards of accomplishment. This event is open to girls age 5 to ad
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- Jun 5, 2017
- 2 min
RECAP: Basic Bicycle Maintenance and Riding Skills Workshop
SheJumps partnered with local bicycle shop Race Pace Bicycles to bring Maryland its first ever SheJumps Outdoor Education event—an interactive evening talking all things trails and tuning! Around 25 bike enthusiasts with a wide array of experience got the rundown from expert female mechanics on useful basic maintenance tips and tricks to add to their arsenal of skills. Photo: Sarah Boisen The event began with a discussion of safe riding practices for biking within a city, whe
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- May 22, 2017
- 1 min
SheJumps Into Surfing
Ready to try something new? Join SheJumps for a one-day Surf Camp! Here’s the perfect opportunity to learn to surf or improve your skills with the pros of Wes Laine Surf Camp. As a former top 10 ASP World Tour competitor, Wes will share his experience and knowledge of surfing. His staff of CPR certified instructors and professional surfers will help you experience the thrill of surfing! You’ll also learn surf etiquette and ocean safety in a fun and relaxed environment. Th
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- May 15, 2017
- 1 min
Basic Bicycle Maintenance and Riding Skills Workshop
Summer is right around the corner which means it’s time to grab your bicycle and take advantage of the growing number of rider-friendly routes Maryland has to offer! Has it been a while since you’ve been on your bike and are unsure how to assess its condition before tuning it into tip top shape? Join SheJumps and Race Pace Bicycles for an interactive evening talking about tuning and trails! You’ll get the rundown from expert bike mechanics on use useful maintenance tips and t
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- May 1, 2017
- 1 min
James River Urban Hike
Join the ladies of SheJumps for an evening hike across and around the James River as we take in amazing views of the skyline of Richmond! We’ll start at Browns Island and cross the majestic James on the newly opened T. Tyler Potterfield Memorial Bridge, then follow the Flood Wall Trail above the banks of the river for an approximately 4 mile out and back hike. Plan to meet at the Browns Island entrance closest to Tredegar Iron Works. Hike will mostly be on paved and gravel wa
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- Mar 2, 2017
- 3 min
RECAP: Get The Girls Out at the Nut 2017
Article by Kelly Drewnowski, Southeast Region Director The 4th annual Get the Girls Out at The Nut was another great success with approximately 30 women and young ladies gathering to support SheJumps while having fun skiing and riding at Virginia’s Massanutten Resort. Ladies from as far west as Roanoke, as far east as Tappahannock and as far north as Baltimore, Maryland drove several hours to meet fellow Southeast jumpers for a beautiful bluebird day. This event, geared towar
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- Jan 23, 2017
- 2 min
Get the Girls Out at the Nut 2017
Join SheJumps for the 4th annual Get the Girls Out at the Nut! On Sunday, February 5th we will be hitting the slopes of Massanutten Resort for a fun day of skiing and snowboarding. Women and girls of all ages and abilities are welcome! Instructors and lessons will be available for participants to learn techniques to safely navigate the mountain. We’ll meet on the bottom floor of the ski lodge, by the sunroom fireplace for registration before hitting the hill for an awesome da
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