The Mountains unltd: For Those Who Feel "The Mountains Are Calling and I Must Go"
Featured is a magnificent photo of Emerald Lake in British Columbia ... nestled amongst the Canadian Rockies. Photo by S P Veres of Halifax, Novia Scotia.
Showcasing The Mountains, Those Who Love Them and Make Pilgrimages to Them, and Even the Mountaineers and "Mountain Folk" who call them "Home". In essence, this site is for those who feel, as 19th Century American Conservationist John Muir felt: "The Mountains are Calling and I Must Go."
Find Products and Services related to The Mountains. Connect and Interact with those who share your love of The Mountains ... of "Purple Mountain Majesties".
Below you'll find Merchants and Products which speak to the topic of this site and which, in keeping with our mission as The Web's Concierge, have been carefully chosen and individually screened for your shopping ease and pleasure. They are not paid ads, but rather companies with whom we have selectively chosen to partner. We do earn a referral fee if you find something you like or need and purchase it. We have striven to bring you the "best in breed" companies ... those that: we like, our friends like, have great sites and service, have good online reviews, positive consumer reports, and are family friendly. Keep us posted with regards to your own personal experiences with them.
You may be surprised at companies that have not been included. The "noisiest" in the marketplace are not always the best. We have chosen 1) newer innovative companies that are performing well and garnering respect in their respective niches as well as 2) "Main Street" companies that have been reliably getting the job done for decades ... in some cases centuries. Our oldest partner, thus far, has been in business since 1819! That's staying power.
Rest assured, if we've included a certain vendor in a site's line-up, there's a very specific reason for it. You may have to hunt and poke a bit, but it'll be well worth the effort. Enjoy the adventure!
Merchants
The Leader of the Pack
Mountain Living: A lifestyle magazine filled with the most beautiful mountain homes you've ever seen! You'll see mountain homes designed and decorated by top architects and interior designers along with landscapes, gardens, and more!
Customer Favorites:
Adirondack Life: The magazine that showcases the Adirondack region of New York and celebrates the Adirondack Lifestyle.
Alpinist Magazine: An archival-quality publication dedicated to world alpinism and adventure climbing. The pages of Alpinist capture the art of ascent in its most powerful manifestations, immersing the reader into the extreme climbing lifestyle.
Amazon: One of the planet's most mind-boggling arrays of goods. First came the books. Now they've added every other product on the planet. The ultimate in selection and convenience across multiple categories.
Backcountry: The premiere magazine for the avid wilderness skier. Featuring great wilderness locations, resorts, techniques, safety tips, and equipment reviews for skiing on and off the trails ... just a treasure trove of mountain knowledge. (6 iss - published Sept-Feb only)
Big Sky Journal: Serving as your gateway to Big Sky Country ... from the badlands of Eastern Montana to the rivers and streams of Idaho, and from the heights of Glacier National Park to the magnificence of the Tetons, the magazine celebrates the lifestyle and landscape of Montana and the Northern Rockies ... you'll enjoy features on art and architecture, ranching and rodeo, hunting and fishing, as well as on the many dimensions that make this "big" region so special ... across all seasons.
Blue Ridge Country: An award winning publication covering the mountain regions of the Southeastern US states including Virginia, North Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia, Maryland, South Carolina, Kentucky and West Virginia. You'll travel scenic back roads to quaint mountain towns and discover the best places to hike, bike, walk, and paddle - for starters. You'll have community calendars for each locale to help plan your busy schedule should you decide to visit the region in person!
Cabin Life -Digital: Where it's all about "Cabin Living" ... the magazine featuring Cabins, Cottages, Lakehomes & Lodges! You'll get ideas, information, and inspiration for the vacation home of your dreams. ... digital format only.
Expedia: One of the leading "online travel agencies" providing independent travel booking for flights, hotels, car rentals, cruises, and vacation packages ... a 2019 best in show for car rentals.
Gander Mountain: A place where outdoor and wilderness enthusiasts love to hang ... and buy. You'll find everything from fishing poles to running shoes to firearms ... the full gamut.
Mountain Hardwear: Purveyors of everything needed to maximize the "outdoors experience", regardless of activity ... from outdoor-inspired men's & women's clothing and outerwear to tents, sleeping bags, backpacks, and related gear and equipment.
OutdoorPlay: The site for lovers of "adult outdoor play" including kayaking, hiking, camping, climbing, backpacking, stand-up paddle boarding, etc. Carrying brands such as Mountain Hardwear, Patagonia, Ocean Kayak, Burton, Kelty, Black Diamond, Thermarest, Wilderness Systems, and Perception Kayaks. Oregon-based.
Sierra Heritage: The magazine that celebrates the Sierra region's lifestyle, culture, and heritage ... from Yosemite to Mammoth and Lake Tahoe to the Foothills Gold Country.
Sierra Trading Post: All your favorite Sierra Trading Post gear ... you'll be good to go for every outdoor activity. In addition to "the Gear" .... you'll find a fabulous selection of apparel and decor to suit the "casual lifestyle" of the outdoor-minded.
Sunset: The magazine devoted to the Western Lifestyle ... created for those who live there or who crave the lifestyle from afar. It is, quite simply, the premier guide to all things western and has been for decades. It's also published in five different editions ... Northwest, Northern California, Southern California, Southwest, and Mountain ... so you'll have the info most relevant to your specific region of choice.
Thomson Lakes & Mountains: Their specialty is planning your European summer holiday! You'll enjoy beautiful open spaces ... either at the coast or in the mountains, eat in authentic local restaurants and get a taste of real European culture.
Timberland: The company that made hiking boots a fashion statement with a little help from Milan ... they're still making those rugged boots as well as shoes and comfortable clothes and outdoor gear.
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Art.com: If you love Art ... any kind of art, any subject ... you're gonna love this site. It's a feast for the senses. You can browse by subject, genre, artist, room to be decorated, and even color palate. Once you've found the image you've been looking for and/or can't live without, then you have multiple product types to choose from ... there's even a great selection of wall tapestries. You'll have fun here ... no matter your special interests or current decorating mission. Their tag line says it all: "Find Your Art, Love Your Space."
Backpacker: A favorite magazine of those who love to camp and hike in the great outdoors. You'll find all the information you need on the best in equipment and clothing, safety and camping tips, and ideas for finding the best places to go for a great camping experience! You'll also get helpful fold-out maps in every issue.
Bike - Digital: "The" digital (only) publication for mountain biking enthusiasts, featuring articles and profiles of top mountain bikers, informative product reviews, and great color photography.
Colorado Homes & Lifestyles: A magazine dedicated to showcasing Colorado's most beautiful homes and gardens and the architects, interior designers, and landscape architects who create them.
Country Living: The magazine for those who love and embrace the traditions of "Country" ... you'll enjoy the "country approach" on a range of topics including decorating, building, home restoration, cooking, entertaining, gardening, travel, and more.
Crystal Ski: The specialists when it comes to planning ski and snowsports vacations ... they've been at it over 30 years. They even aim to serve those who want a "green" resort experience.
Dirt Rag: A mountain biking magazine that provides a forum whereby mountain biking enthusiasts can stay connected with others who love the sport ... it's also filled with informative articles about public access to trails, fitness and training, and product reviews.
Garmin: The global leader in satellite navigation ... since 1989. You'll find GPS devices of all types for all applications ... Hiking & Backpacking.
Log Home Living: A popular magazine with log home enthusiasts. Each issue brings you lush photos, floorplans, and examples of design and decor for planning and building your dream log home.
Mountain Bike Action: Geared towards the avid mountain biker ... jam-packed with bike tests, technical riding tips, training and fitness plans, product reviews and buying guides, coverage of biking trails across the USA ... and more.
Outdoor Life: A popular magazine bringing you news on hunting, fishing, boating, hiking, camping, archery, photography, and conservation ... life outdoors. You'll also find articles on scenic travel destinations and reviews of the best camping and outdoor equipment. Special features include true-life adventure stories of people's experiences "roughing it" in the wild.
Outside: A contemporary lifestyle magazine for the active adult having a focus on the outdoors. The mission of its editors (since 1977): inspire participation in the world outside through award-winning coverage of sports, people, places, adventures, discoveries, environmental issues, health and fitness, gear and apparel, trends, and events that define the active lifestyle. (A 2013 National Magazine Award Winner for General Excellence)
Preferred Hotel Group: Offering access to a collection of luxury hotels and resorts ... over 800 properties in 70 countries worldwide ... since 1968. You'll find unique travel opportunities ranging from luxurious game preserves to 5 star city-center hotels to tree-house style jungle retreats. The properties are all independently owned. Several of them have been included in the Forbes Travel Guide of 4-star and 5-star lists.
Target.com: This favorite shopping destination has become one of the Web's 5 top favorite places to shop ... the company has worked its way into the Fortune 50. They've really covered all the bases when it comes to customers' "wants and likes".
World Book Store: World Book is now online as The World Book Online Reference Center and is still a favorite reference for kids, parents, and teachers alike. Especially with all the interactive tools that have been integrated into it. Other favorites across the decades ... also now available online: World Book Children Discovery Encyclopedia & World Book Childcraft How and Why Library. Thousands of wonderful books for fun and learning ... I could spend days here. They even have a fabulous (!!!) selection of Christmas books!
