Our Values

Our core values form the basis for what we believe in, how we behave in the world, and how we make decisions as an organization. 

Be open to adventure. 

We plan for the unexpected, and welcome the unknown, knowing that every day is unique. We believe in our collective capacity for resilience and resourcefulness to solve any problem. We love to be away from it all, surrounded by friends and what nature provides. 

Be a host.

Generosity is at the core of everything we do. We live to promote shared experiences in safe environments and asking everyone to consider the next adventurer. We pride ourselves in hosting inclusive work parties, where everyone has a hand in making places better for the next visitor.

Create space for joy.

We do it for the love of the backcountry. From tending the trails to  enabling a warm getaway, we find joy in each moment of keeping the backcountry available for recreating in all seasons. We preserve, so that we can all experience life in nature. 

Cultivate connection. 

We are community builders. We believe in the passion and the grit it takes to preserve spaces in the wild. We bring a civic-minded focus and a love of working with others to save and maintain the places that shape our outdoor community. We welcome everyone who shares a sense of adventure and an appreciation for historic preservation.

Leave it better. 

We honor historic spaces and nature by minimizing our impact on the original structures and the environment. We maintain, with minimal modification, and with a respect for the original. We plan for packing it out every time, and we inspire others to learn what sustainable, shared recreation is all about.