Our Mission
Is to build a community of runners connected to wild spaces.
Our Values
- Wilderness experiences that humble and inspire
- Stewardship and advocacy for wild spaces
- An active and ego free community
- Honoring the complex intersectionalty of history, culture, ecology, and choices that inform our relationship to place
- Laughter, story, and the sharing of good food and drink
- The relentless pursuit of physical, mental, and spiritual growth
- Kindness, compassion, and respect for life in all its forms
- Art as a practice of reflection, projection, and celebration of our creative power and awareness
Our Actions
Aspire organizes single and multi-day running adventures in wilderness terrain across Cascadia and Northern California. We provide logistical and emergency support paired with delicious meals and community for a unique and memorable backcountry running experience.