Used Gear Exchange

How it works: 

Bring your gently loved hiking, camping, and outdoor recreation gear and trade with other outdoor enthusiasts in the area!

You can take an item for every item that you give.

 

Cost:

Free – Just register for the event!

 

How to Swap

  • Bring up to ten pieces of gently-loved outdoor gear
  • Check-in at the front table
  • Lay out your gear, shop the tables, and swap responsibly
  • Grab a coffee or sour from our friends at Urban Family
  • Make friends, chat about your hobbies, and have fun!

 

 

All leftover items will be responsibly donated!

About the Venue:

Join us at Urban Family Brewing!

Serving up both delicious craft beers and cozy coffee beverages – Urban family has something for everyone. This is a family and dog friendly small craft brewery located in the Ballard neighborhood of Seattle. While they’re known for their sours, the tap list is constantly changing as they create fresh flavors to try. Urban Family’s beers always utilize fresh ingredients, complex yeast strains and interesting hop profiles. Not a beer drinker? No problem! Urban Family also serves delicious coffee until 2pm every day. 

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Meet Your Host -

Sarah Borgen

I am an Educator and outdoor Enthusiast based out of Seattle and writer of Exploren Borgen! My adventures consist of weekends spent in the woods, on a hike, car camping, and taking a deep breath of fresh air. When not on an adventure, you can find me in a classroom teaching high school science! I love having a job that allows me to the opportunity to discuss things like conservation, sustainability, and accessibility.

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Sarah Borgen, AKA your outdoor bestie

I’m an outdoorsy educator and adventure advocate, which is why I’m passionate about creating resources – like blogs, guides, and interactive maps – to simplify your travels. I’m eager to share some of Washington’s greatest destinations and hidden gems with you.

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