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Biking the 19-mile Jamaica Bay Greenway
Biking the 19-mile Jamaica Bay Greenway

A dream since the 1980's - Jamaica Bay Greenway now exists for both cyclists & pedestrians to explore.

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A Guide to Surfer Etiquette
A Guide to Surfer Etiquette

The do's and don'ts of surfing

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30th Day in Rockaway: In conclusion
30th Day in Rockaway: In conclusion

What happens when you try to go on an adventure every single day? 

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Biking Shore Parkway
Biking Shore Parkway

Another section of Greenway to explore by foot or by bike.

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Fishing next to the Cross Bay Bridge
Fishing next to the Cross Bay Bridge

A peak into the world of the urban fisherman

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Bayswater Park & Norton Basin
Bayswater Park & Norton Basin

Accidentally discovering a trail to myself.

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Yoga on a Stand Up Paddleboard
Yoga on a Stand Up Paddleboard

An extra balance challenge: yoga on a stand up paddle board.

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25th Day in Rockaway: Free Beach Yoga with Parks
25th Day in Rockaway: Free Beach Yoga with Parks

Yoga Part II - this time with NYC Parks & Rec

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Checking out Breezy Point
Checking out Breezy Point

Exploring the oh-so-exclusive community at Breezy Point

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Exploring Fort Tilden + Backpacking Part II
Exploring Fort Tilden + Backpacking Part II

A little escape into the the overgrown landscape of Fort Tilden

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22nd Day in Rockaway: Backpacking Part I
22nd Day in Rockaway: Backpacking Part I

Training for the mountains at the beach

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19th Day in Rockaway: City of Water Day
19th Day in Rockaway: City of Water Day

Another visit to Sebago Canoe Club - this one including canoes and sailboats on Jamaica Bay

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18th Day in Rockaway: Competitive Stand Up Paddle Boarding
18th Day in Rockaway: Competitive Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Next level Stand up Paddleboarding

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14th - 17th Days in the Rockaways: Good Ol' Routine
14th - 17th Days in the Rockaways: Good Ol' Routine

What happens when you settle in to your new adventure lifestyle: routine.

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Stand Up Paddleboarding at Rockaway Inlet
Stand Up Paddleboarding at Rockaway Inlet

Exploring the waters of Rockaway Inlet

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Open Water Swimming off Coney Island
Open Water Swimming off Coney Island

For New Yorkers who are allergic to chlorine or don't want to be indoors anymore: ocean swim team. 

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Camping at Floyd Bennett Field
Camping at Floyd Bennett Field

Camping in Brooklyn? It's easy! 

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Quick Guide to Gateway National Recreation Area
Quick Guide to Gateway National Recreation Area

Turns out NYC is at the center of one of the top 10 most visited National Park recreation areas in the country. 

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9th Day in Rockaway: An Urban Farm Experience
9th Day in Rockaway: An Urban Farm Experience

A farm to table (when the tables are actually on the farm) dinner 

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8th Day in Rockaway: Exploring Rockaway Community Park
8th Day in Rockaway: Exploring Rockaway Community Park

Rockaway Community Park - a warning

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7th Day in Rockaway: how surfing creates community
7th Day in Rockaway: how surfing creates community

Some insight from locals on how sport and community interact 

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Daily Yoga on the Beach
Daily Yoga on the Beach

Donation based yoga on the beach, every day.

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5th Day in Rockaway: How to navigate non-outdoorsy friends
5th Day in Rockaway: How to navigate non-outdoorsy friends

For those of us who can't sit still

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Kayaking the Jamaica Bay Salt Marsh
Kayaking the Jamaica Bay Salt Marsh

Kayak to the Salt Marsh in Jamaica Bay with Sebago Canoe Club

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3rd Day in Rockaway: Running on the new boardwalk
3rd Day in Rockaway: Running on the new boardwalk

Running a new location 

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Guide to Surfing in Rockaway for Beginners
Guide to Surfing in Rockaway for Beginners

One of the most surprising parts of NYC? There's a vibrant surf culture here.

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1st Day in Rockaway: Public Transit
1st Day in Rockaway: Public Transit

One of the most unique things about Rockaway is that it's got great access to public transit. Today I explore the morning commute. 

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A preamble.
A preamble.

What does it mean to live in the city and love the outdoors? OutdoorFest founder Sarah Knapp challenges herself to bring this balance to the next level by moving to Rockaway Beach, Queens for one month. What changes? What stays the same? Follow the journey here.

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