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“So many people move to New York or another city, and then realize they need the outdoors.” - Sarah Knapp Looking for a way to get in touch with nature, yet feel stuck in a big city? Often times people move to large metropolitan areas to advance their careers or find more opportunities. When they get there they quickly discover that they need nature. We all used to play outdoors as kids, and that instinct doesn’t leave us when we become adults. Sarah Knapp joins us today to discuss her creation: OutdoorFest. This organization holds events all year long for people just like you. She helps bring the community closer together while getting in touch with nature. These amazing events are a great way to find a lifelong adventure buddy, and if you haven’t been to one you’re really missing out on a life long experience. Download this episode to hear exactly what OutdoorFest is about, how it got started, and where Sarah sees it going in the future. Bulletpoints OutdoorFest was created by Sarah Knapp for people who live in cities to find ways to connect with the outdoors. Designed to help people connect and find life long adventure buddies. Knapp puts together events all throughout the year to help clean water and nature in the New York area. Most people start outdoorsy as kids and lose it as they get older. Outdoorfest creates the largest outdoor camp site in New York. People are surprised to find Queens has mountain biking trails. Meeting people in nature and going on hikes can create stronger bonds than you can find in the city. It’s not just about being outdoorsy, it’s also thinking of your impact on the world. They are trying to remove barriers and make things more accessible. People move to New York and realize they really need a natural experience, and shouldn’t feel like they have to leave New York to experience it. New York is seeing a huge growth in outdoor activities. Everything is better outside. Links OutdoorFest website: OutdoorFest.com Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/outdrfst/ OutdoorFest Twitter: https://twitter.com/outdoorfest?lang=en OutdoorFest Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/outdoorfest/ Sarah Knapp’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/srhknpp