A packed Basecamp community event

We bring the outdoor industry to your door.

Basecamp is a community agency for the outdoor industry. We fill your space with people who love the outdoors, work in it, or want to.

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23
Events hosted
70K
Basecamp Weekly readers
180K
Total social audience
9,500+
Event registrations

Why partners host with us

Brand awareness, recruitment marketing and retail dwell time. In one night.

The hard part was never the folding chairs. It is getting the right people to care about your brand, walk through your door, and picture themselves working for you. That is what we do.

Brand and community

We extend your community work and put your values in front of the exact people you want.

Dwell time

Hours of real attention on your floor, on a night that would usually be quiet.

Talent pipeline

A room full of skilled outdoor people who now know you as an employer of choice.

Who we work with

Retail stores

Oakley logoOakleyArc'teryx logoArc'teryxevo logoevoPatagonia logoPatagonia

Trade shows and events

Outdoor Retailer logoOutdoor RetailerOutside, Inc logoOutside, IncOutside Days logoOutside Days

Climbing gyms and outdoor spaces

Bouldering Project logoBouldering Projectevo Hotel logoevo Hotel

Outdoor brands

ALSO logoALSOPopFly logoPopFlyBrooks Running logoBrooks RunningHOKA logoHOKATitle Nine logoTitle NinePeak Design logoPeak DesignSuperfeet logoSuperfeetSix Moon Designs logoSix Moon DesignsVF Corporation logoVF CorporationAmerican Alpine Club logoAmerican Alpine ClubSheJumps logoSheJumps

Universities

University of Oregon logoUniversity of OregonWestern Colorado University logoWestern Colorado University

Food and beverage

Liquid Death logoLiquid DeathSmartwater logoSmartwaterGuayakí Yerba Mate logoGuayakí Yerba MateSap's logoSap's

Past events

Two guests talking at the Outside Days career space
Festival + career fair

Outside Days

Our biggest event every year, with brands and talent in one room.

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Packed Oakley store during the Basecamp x PopFly night
Retail store + creator party

Oakley x PopFly

A line out the door. The creator party with a DJ that kept the traffic coming after Outside Days.

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▶ Watch the video
Our longest-running event

Gather PNW

Our annual career exploration open house, hosted with the University of Oregon.

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Two guests laughing in the Outdoor Retailer lounge
Trade show

Outdoor Retailer

A networking space right on the show floor, open to people without a badge.

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Guests lined up at check-in
Official OR after party

Basecamp Bash

The official Outdoor Retailer after party at a climbing gym, plus the evo Hotel.

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Guests celebrating Pride at the Arc'teryx store▶ Watch the video
Retail flagship

Arc'teryx, twice

Night Brunch in March, then a packed Pride fashion show in June.

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Riders gathered with their bikes before the ALSO community ride
Outdoor brand + public park

Community Ride with ALSO

100+ cyclists on a community ride, with ALSO e-bike test rides.

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Basecamp community members laughing together outdoors in Utah
Community gatherings

Women & Enby Gatherings

The Escalante retreat, the Outdoor Retailer women's brunch, Arkansas and Bouldering Project.

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We get the people there
We run the experts and networking
We promote you all year

Included with every event

Every event comes with a $20,000 advertising package.

We fill the room. We run the programming. And we put your brand in front of our whole audience before and after.

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Backcountry logo

Featured partner · Backcountry

Meet the people who broke into Backcountry

Gear shop lead

From line cook to boot fitter

Visual merchandiser

From art school to the store floor

Bike tech

From engineer to wrenching full time

Meet them in store · Register

Example feature: real staff, real paths in
  • Basecamp Weekly newsletter feature70K readers$2,000
  • Logo ad in Basecamp Weekly1+ ad$600
  • Event listings in Basecamp Weekly2 listings$120
  • Dedicated email to our brand list12K people$6,000
  • Dedicated email to our events list15K people$4,000
  • Social posts, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook180K total audience$3,600
  • Branded event page, popup and registration1 page$5,000
  • Pre and post event emails to registrantsPartner branded$4,000
  • Featured roles on BasecampJobs and Career CollectivePackage$5,000+

Rate card value

$30,320+

Plus a post straight to Jenna's 23,000 LinkedIn followers. Not for sale.

In their words

Partners and guests, unprompted.

Partners and brands

Partner · Outside Days 2026
"WOW what an amazing event! I had so many people approach us that had never heard of SheJumps before, it was incredible for us for exposure and for recruiting for this role- I spoke with a couple great candidates!... The event felt very well-organized and I was so impressed by the turn out."
Jenna Sweig, Corporate Partnerships Manager, SheJumps
Partner · Outside Fest 2025
"We were really happy to see such a huge turnout and have so much interest and engagement!"
Nicole Snider, Associate Manager, Talent Acquisition Programs, VF
Partner · Outside Fest 2025
"I tried to snag you for a quick hello at the networking event at Outside Festival earlier this year, it was so packed that I couldn't get a moment in! I made so many new connections there and loved seeing some of our Title Nine Movers & Makers with tables."
Lisa Gilliland, Community & Culture Manager, Title Nine
Partner · Outside Days 2026
"It was such a great event, and I'm so glad we were able to participate... After connecting with my leadership, we're interested in continuing the conversation about hosting a career fair."
Cassie Greenbaum, Employer Brand Program Manager, Brooks Running
Partner · Oakley x PopFly After Party
"The organization of everything was among the best I've ever seen, so truly applause there. It was very easy to set up, know what to bring, and navigation. You and your team are beyond amazing!!"
Alex Washburn, Colorado Event & Sales Support, Sap's
Partner · Gather at Outdoor Retailer
"Thanks for creating such a stellar event for the community. People are still talking about GATHER and I know are eager for more. ... y'all are so wonderfully connecting everyone and providing the inspiration for people to pursue their passions."
Lisa Ramsperger, Outdoor Retailer
Partner · Outdoor Retailer Gatherings Lounge
"Thanks so much for putting on the OR Gatherings event. I really enjoyed participating and thoroughly appreciate what you and the team continue to build ... a true resource for both the outdoor industry and those looking to break in!"
Cory Van Auken, COO + Partner, Darby Communications
Partner · Outdoor Retailer Gatherings Lounge
"Thank you SO MUCH for inviting me to be part of the event! I had such a great time and really enjoyed getting to connect with everyone."
Jenny Beckman, Manager, Wholesale Marketing, Sport & Outdoor, HOKA
Partner · Basecamp
"2 of the 4 folks that will be in our second round of interviews found us via Basecamp!"
Cory Van Auken, COO + Partner, Darby Communications
Partner · Gather at Outdoor Retailer
"a big THANK YOU for pulling off such a successful networking event. You and Ali are wonderful partners and we definitely look forward to working with you in the future"
Sarah Hass, Marketing Director, Outdoor Retailer
Partner · Gather at Outdoor Retailer
"You and Jenna did a wonderful job organizing at OR and we look forward to partnering with Basecamp in the future!"
Jordan L'Heureux, Program Coordinator, Outdoor Industry MBA, Western Colorado University
Partner · Outdoor Retailer Social Media Panel
"Everyone that spoke to me said something along the lines of 'didn't expect to learn as much as I did' and that the topics were super relevant!"
Natalie Generalovich, Marketing Manager, Outdoor Retailer
Partner · Basecamp Bash
"It was so much fun working Basecamp Bash with everyone! I loved how big the turnout was! We ended up handing out over 850 bottles of Smart Water throughout the event."
Emily Hayes, Smart Water / Vitamin Water
Partner · Basecamp Bash
"I heard there were A LOT of folks and lines out the door. ... Thanks for partnering with us!"
Betzy Boche, Market Director, SLC, Bouldering Project
Partner · Basecamp Bash
"We loved the speakers at the Basecamp Bash"
Jonathan Zabner, SLC party planner
Partner · Arc'teryx: Pride Fashion Show
"Last night was a stark reminder of why I love my job. You all made my year. ... We created magic last night, and we celebrated our community. Shoutout to Jenna for being such an incredible event partner and friend"
Luke Patience, Store Manager, Arc'teryx RiNo
Partner · Arc'teryx: Pride Fashion Show
"Thank y'all so much for having us at this event! ... It worked out really well for us, and we hope to return the favor in the future."
Billy Dixon, Strategic Partnerships Manager, American Alpine Club
Partner · Arc'teryx: Pride Fashion Show
"Thank you for putting on an awesome event with us back in June."
Alesha Moore, Assistant Store Manager, Arc'teryx RiNo
Partner · Gather PNW 2026
"I am excited we actually just filled this position from someone who we initially met at the Job Event a few weeks ago."
Brandon Moak, VP of Operations, Six Moon Designs
Partner · Gather PNW 2026
"One standout note was the diversity of careers represented. I spoke with photographers, engineers, marketing managers and more. It was exciting to see such a broad audience, including so many Peak Design fans! We felt so popular."
Christine Zona, Director of Retail, Peak Design
Partner · Gather PNW 2026
"I think what was most valuable was just the range of experience and expertise that came through the building. Definitely much more diverse than I was expecting and a great way to tell the story of the employee experience at Peak Design through multiple different lenses... it seemed like most folks did research before coming which was awesome."
Jen Flaxman, Peak Design
Partner · Gather PNW 2026
"really enjoyed the session and met lots of great people, some of which followed up immediately after the session on LinkedIn to continue conversations"
Ashley Williams, Gerber
Partner · Gather PNW 2026
"Strong turnout, good energy, and it was clear there's real demand for honest, practical guidance from people navigating careers in the outdoor industry."
Steven Ruhl, VP Marketing, Keen
Partner · Gather PNW 2026
"The networking happened naturally from there, people came up after, emailed me, and I even had online viewers send DMs. It felt very organic that way."
Demitra, Popfly
Partner · Gather PNW 2025
"It was such a great event; we were happy to be a part of it and have the opportunity to meet so many folks interested in us and the outdoor industry."
Miranda Mishleau, Talent Acquisition Specialist, On
Partner · Outdoor Retailer Women's Brunch
"I just walked by your women's networking event and ... wow ... what great energy!!! Kudos and thanks for injecting the stoke to OR."
Chris Dickey, Founder & President, PurpleOrange PR
Partner · Escalante Retreat
"An impactful and transformational event for all. Excited that we are now connected in a deeper way to one another and the landscape."
Sarah Bauman, Executive Director, Grand Staircase Escalante Partners
Partner · Outdoor Retailer Women's Brunch
"The Women's Networking brunch was great - thank you for the invitation."
Carolann Ouellette, Director, Maine Office of Outdoor Recreation
Partner · Outdoor Retailer Women's Brunch
"This Women's + Enby networking brunch was an unforgettable experience for all involved."
Krista Kirkeeide, Talent Acquisition Manager, Vista Outdoor (sponsor)
Partner · Women + Non-Binary Gathering, Bentonville
"I think it was a wildly successful event and your contribution is part of why! ... Awesome collaboration...& hopefully not the last!"
Ryan B. Carlson, Executive Director, Wilderness Education Association
Partner · Gather Maine
"its been almost 6 months since the Basecamp Gather event at the Maine Outdoor Economy Summit - I can't believe it! People still mention it to me."
Carolann Ouellette, Director, Maine Office of Outdoor Recreation
Partner · Gather Maine
"I have heard all good things from my staff that attended your event. There were some great connections made. We are hopeful you will host another event in the spring."
Sandra Brackett, HR Manager, Marina Holdings LLC

Attendees

Attendee · Outside Fest 2025
"I also attended the career fair you held at the Outside Festival in Denver. It was such a great turnout and a wonderful experience to have the opportunity to talk face-to-face with major brands. You all really know how to put on an event with a major BANG!"
Erica Dukes
Attendee · Outside Days 2026
"I so appreciate all you do and have done to create natural spaces for networking and break down barriers to entry in the outdoor industry."
Katrin Meiusi, Storyteller, Brand Builder, Skier
Attendee · Outside Fest 2025
"I enjoyed the Gather event in Denver , so grateful that Basecamp exists and for the community it fosters in the industry."
Grant
Attendee · Oakley x PopFly After Party
"The music was amazing and being able to socialize with lots of similar mind professionals on the roof made it even better!"
Todd
Attendee · Oakley x PopFly After Party
"Loved bumping into industry friends left and right who I never get to see!"
Maura Jenkins, Account Manager, OutsidePR
Attendee · Oakley x PopFly After Party
"I had such a wonderful time talking with all the people I met in line and hearing about their excitement for the festival weekend! I got the chance to talk to so many people from different backgrounds in the industry and definitely found some camaraderie in the line together... you all put on a wonderful, engaging, and exciting night."
Josie Herring
Attendee · Outdoor Retailer Gatherings Lounge
"Congratulations on bringing meaningful connection to the showfloor. I think you could have had that lounge running with events both days and been full. It was also nice to see brands/companies there that were not exhibiting, but wanting to be a part of what you created."
Georgina Miranda, Founder & CEO, SHE Ventures
Attendee · Outdoor Retailer Gatherings Lounge
"Thank you again for hosting such a strong event. You created an environment where people felt welcomed, connected, and energized, and it was clear how much intention went into making it meaningful. ... Thanks again for everything you put into the event ... it really made an impact."
Steven Labrenz
Attendee · Outdoor Retailer Gatherings Lounge
"It was great meeting you today ... thank you for all the energy/time/sweat you have put into Basecamp as well. It's a really amazing community you have built."
Asha Shoffner, Environmental & Outdoor Education Program Coordinator, Saint Paul Parks and Recreation
Attendee · Gather at Outdoor Retailer
"Warmest feeling OR event I've ever been to."
Anonymous survey response, (quoted in Ali's sponsor email)
Attendee · Gather at Outdoor Retailer
"Just good vibes all around!"
Anonymous survey response, (quoted in Ali's sponsor email)
Attendee · Arc'teryx: Pride Fashion Show
"That was so fun last night! Thank you for organizing this event. I feel seen! All of me!"
Chris Rothenberger
Attendee · Arc'teryx: Pride Fashion Show
"Carving out safe spaces for self-expression are so important. So thank you!"
Chris Rothenberger
Attendee · Arc'teryx: Night Brunch
"I had such a great time networking at the Night Brunch. Thank you again for cultivating such amazing energy."
Caitt Maeve, Outreach Coordinator, Colorado Rising
Attendee · Arc'teryx: Night Brunch
"I just wanted to say thanks for all you guys do and especially for running the night brunch last month. I confess it was a hard day for me because I had just lost my job of 13 years a few hours earlier. ... Thank you for doing stuff and reminding me to do the same. ... The brunch helped me in that transition."
Wil Rickards, Engearment
Attendee · Arc'teryx: Pride Fashion Show
"OMG yesterday was such a blast! Thank you so much Jenna for putting together a wonderful, impactful event"
Divya Malviya, Grand prize winner
Attendee · Arc'teryx: Pride Fashion Show
"Thank you, Jenna & Luke, for creating such a magical space for us to celebrate in!"
Chantal Goethals
Attendee · Arc'teryx: Pride Fashion Show
"What a fun time! Thank you Jenna and Luke for your leadership on this effort."
Leslie Herod, Colorado State Representative
Attendee · Gather PNW 2025
"After searching forever and getting very little response from job applications, I landed a job at Superfeet because I came to Gather in Portland. The person who hired me said "I'm forever grateful that you introduced yourself to me at PNW Gather." Meeting in person makes such a difference, especially as I was trying to break into the industry. So, so grateful for y'all."
Jess Meyer, Superfeet (hired via Gather)
Attendee · Outdoor Retailer Women's Brunch
"The women's brunch was clearly an OR highlight for me. LOVED it! Awesome job."
Rian Rhoe, Principal, Global ACG/SB Communications, Nike
Attendee · Outdoor Retailer Women's Brunch
"Thanks for organizing a great women's networking event. It was great to meet other women in the outdoor industry."
Tara Hetz, Grad student, U of Utah; founder, Adventure For Rhinos
Attendee · Escalante Retreat
"I'm so grateful to have been considered for this and to have been included in this team."
Ambika Rajyagor
Attendee · Gather Maine
"Maine has a vibrant outdoor industry- but - it's easy to feel a bit left out compared to the intermountain west. This was a wonderful opportunity to catch up with colleagues, and, I hope, make a connection that could lead to a good friend getting a new role."
Seth Levy

How it works

  1. 1

    Discovery call

    We learn your goal.

  2. 2

    Pick the format

    Date, space and shape of the night.

  3. 3

    We build the invite

    Registration page and invitation.

  4. 4

    We promote it

    To our community.

  5. 5

    Event night

    We host, you connect.

  6. 6

    Recap

    Photos, registrant insights, next steps.

Lead time: 16+ weeks ideal, 6 weeks minimum.

Who does what

We handle

  • • Getting the audience there
  • • Registration page, invite, reminders, check-in
  • • Sourcing industry experts and fireside chats
  • • Sourcing local athletes and grassroots orgs
  • • Run of show and hosting
  • • Signage and event insurance
  • • Photos and a post-event recap

You handle

  • • The venue and floor staff
  • • Your hiring team or experts on site (optional)
  • • Product, in-store offer or attendee discount
  • • Food and beverage (or we bring a partner)
  • • In-store logistics like after-hours access

We do together

  • • Date and goal
  • • Run of show sign-off
  • • Co-promotion
  • • Post-event follow-up

You'll know who was in the room.

Where they are

Where our audience is

Mountain West
49%
West Coast
43%
Abroad
29%
Canada
22%
South
15%
Midwest
11%

Share of 9,710 surveyed community members. Pick-any question, so shares overlap.

Top 10 cities they're asking for

  1. 1.Denver
  2. 2.Seattle
  3. 3.Portland
  4. 4.Los Angeles
  5. 5.Boulder
  6. 6.Salt Lake City
  7. 7.San Francisco
  8. 8.San Diego
  9. 9.New York
  10. 10.Boston and Chicago (tied)

Who is in the room

Experts, community leaders and pre-qualified talent in one place, sourced by people the industry already trusts.

60%
Breaking in from tech, healthcare, wellness and more
6-10 yrs
Average time using their skills
70%
Women

A typical night

~250
People on an average night
2 hrs
Average time in your space
20 to 1,850
The range we have hosted

Shared as aggregated insights. We never share personal contact info without consent.

Let's put your space on the map.

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