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The New Rules of Adventure

Whether you’re looking to scale rocky cliffs in Maine only accessible by boat or explore sand dunes in California straight out of Star Wars, there’s never been a better time to be a modern adventurer

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Chapter One: Maine

Chapter Two: Utah

Chapter Three: Florida

Little known fact: There are hundreds of water-accessed first ascents to be notched along the eastern seaboard. And Maine—whose sinuous coastline is home to thousands of craggy islands and inlets with faces that are rarely, if ever, climbed—is an epicenter. No one knows this better than renowned adventurer and author Mark Synnott, who has been pioneering boat-accessed climbing in the region. This past summer, he invited his old friends Adrian Ballinger and Emily Harrington Downeast to see what it’s all about—and we tagged along for the adventure.

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Adrian Ballinger

Being in Maine has been about so much more than just the climbing. Being on the water, eating great food, and just exploring.

Emily Harrington

Boat-accessed climbing opens up a whole new world of possibilities. What Mark has shown us here in Maine is just a taste.

Mark Synnott

For years now, I've been cruising all over the coast of Maine, searching for rocks that can only be accessed by boat.

Check out the Defender Adrian and Emily drove in Maine

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Chapter One: Maine

Chapter Two: Utah

Chapter Three: Florida

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New Rules of Adventure: The Northeast

The Northeast, from upstate New York to New England, is the geographic ideal for the new era, with spacious world-class experiences everywhere—whether you crave cycling singletrack, gravel-grinding country roads, surfing off the Atlantic coast, or savoring a solitary, off-the-grid getaway. COVID restrictions vary by state and individual business, so be sure to do your homework to ensure you’re abiding by all local guidelines.

THE NORTHEAST

New Rules of Adventure: Colorado

From backcountry ski resorts and a new via ferrata to secluded solar-powered huts and a grand loop through beloved hot springs, the state remains on the cutting edge of modern adventures—many of which are within striking distance of Denver.

COLORADO

DENVER

New Rules of Adventure: Upper Midwest

Full of scenic woodlands and more lakes than you can count, the Midwest is vastly underappreciated as a haven for modern adventure. From dogsledding between lodges and luxe winter base camps to hot spots for bald eagle watching rivaled only by Alaska, the Midwest is teeming with all-season excitement.

UPPER MIDWEST

New Rules of Adventure: The Mid-Atlantic

In spite of being a busy urban region, there’s no shortage of outdoor opportunity in the mid-Atlantic. Within a few hours of Washington, D.C., you can downhill ski or spot wild horses on a barrier island as easily as you can catch a train or order shawarma.

MID-ATLANTIC

New Rules of Adventure: Florida

From shipwrecks that have grown into artificial reefs to mangrove tunnels calling out to be kayaked, Florida’s far wilder than its theme-park reputation might have you believe.

FLORIDA

New Rules of Adventure: California

It’s no joke that in California, you can ski and surf in the same day. From forest glamping sites to coastal backpacking trips and thrills to dazzle even the most serious adrenaline junkie, the Golden State has modern adventures lurking in all of its corners.

CALIFORNIA

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