2017 Year in Review

BCM’s Inaugural Summer in Birmingham

November 19, 2024


In Alabama, early summer bugs are much different than late summer bugs. This is just one of several lessons learned during Birmingham’s inaugural summer with Big City Mountaineers (BCM), as noted by Amber Somma, Director of YouthServe in Birmingham, a […]

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Brand Partner Spotlight: Arcade Belts & BCM

October 8, 2024


Design that tells a story. Big City Mountaineers’ (BCM) brand partner, Arcade Belts, creator of performance stretch belts built for outdoor adventure, daily life, and workwear, sees design as part of their corporate philosophy—a commitment to creating positive change. And […]

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Youth Agency Partners: Creating Community Connections

September 3, 2024


One of Big City Mountaineers’ (BCM) most important jobs is tuning into the communities it serves. In an effort to ensure that it is providing outdoor experiences to youth who will benefit highly, BCM partners with local experts—youth agencies and […]

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A Village of Volunteers

July 10, 2024


Big City Mountaineers’ (BCM) network reaches across the United States to encompass mountain ranges, national parks, boundary waters, and wild seashores. Each year BCM organizes nearly 90 outdoor trips to six wild regions for more than 300 youth who might […]

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Gearing Up and Getting Out

April 30, 2024


Boots and backpacks, tents and tarpaulins, sleeping bags and socks – the gear library for Big City Mountaineers is as well stocked as any outdoor retail store. That’s as it should be.  Gear is a big factor in the success […]

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Instructor Spotlight: Jaimie Kerka

June 13, 2023


Written By Mena Ayazi June 13, 2023 Seasonal Instructors play an integral role in bringing the BCM experience to life. Tasked with leading trips and expeditions, Instructors not only ensure the safety and well-being of participants, but actively play a […]

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