Jan 05 2021 42 mins 3
“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 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/ Michelle Millben: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/explanationkids Twitter: https://twitter.com/mjmesq | https://twitter.com/explanationkids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michelle.millben/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellemillben/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Milly1776 Connect and Follow VAOA Podcast: Web: www.VirginiaOutdoorAdventures.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VAOAPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/virginia_outdoor_adventures/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/VAOAPodcast
