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The water, the trails, the mountains, and every reason your weekends fill up. A guide to outdoor life on the Central Island.

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A tour of the outdoor life on the Central Island... the water, the trails, the mountains, the bike networks, and every reason your weekends fill up. From the gentle to the bold, and how to find your people once you get here.

Inside the guide:

  • The water... diving, kayaking, paddleboarding, sailing, and swimming
  • The trails... lake loops, summit hikes, coastal walks, and waterfalls
  • Mountain biking networks, road and gravel riding, and the wider Island
  • Climbing, caves, golf, pickleball, and snow at Mount Washington
  • How to find your people... clubs, drop-ins, and weekend groups
  • A season-by-season guide to what the outdoor year looks like here
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