FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Jennie Johnson Marketing Manager, GeerGarage Jennie@GeerGarage.com
Nevada Outdoor School Announces Partnership with GeerGarage Empowering Community Gear Sharing for Nevada’s Outdoor Enthusiasts
May 29th, 2024 - Elko, Nevada: Nevada Outdoor School, a non-profit organization dedicated to connecting people with nature, today announced a new partnership with GeerGarage, a leading outdoor gear-sharing platform. This partnership brings a wider variety of outdoor gear rentals to the growing community in Nevada, all facilitated through a peer-to-peer rental model.
Nevada’s outdoor enthusiasts of all experience levels can now tap into GeerGarage’s platform to rent quality gear directly from their neighbors. This partnership expands access to essential outdoor equipment for activities like backpacking, camping, day hikes, kayaking, and paddle boarding in a cost-effective and sustainable way.
Benefits of Peer-to-Peer Gear Rentals:
Cost-effective Adventures: GeerGarage eliminates the upfront cost of purchasing gear, making outdoor activities more accessible for everyone.
Support a Local Non-Profit: Rentals through Nevada Outdoor School support environmental education initiatives in Nevada.
Community Connection: this partnership fosters a vibrant community where outdoor lovers can connect and share their love for nature.
Sustainable Geer Sharing: Renting reduces environmental impact by extending the life of equipment and minimizing waste.
“This partnership allows us to extend our reach and connect more people with the outdoors,” said Melanie Erquiaga, Executive Director of Nevada Outdoor School. “By renting gear through GeerGarage, people can experience Nevada's incredible landscapes while supporting our environmental education programs.”
“We're excited to partner with Nevada Outdoor School to expand our peer-to-peer rental options and make exploring Nevada's outdoors even more accessible,” said Adam Wise, Founder of GeerGarage. “This collaboration aligns perfectly with our mission to promote sustainability and empower outdoor enthusiasts.”
About GeerGarage: GeerGarage is changing humanity’s consumption habits, one rental at a time. Launched in Seattle in 2020, our community-driven technology creates an easy and mutually beneficial way for retailers and nonprofits to empower their customers to share things with one another.
Monetizing the use of products after they are purchased is the next frontier of retail and it’s here. Join us in our mission to help consumers and retailers make sustainable shopping decisions, reduce waste, and get society prioritizing the planet through peer-to-peer rental.
About Nevada Outdoor School: Nevada Outdoor School is a non-profit organization dedicated to connecting people with nature through education and outdoor experiences. Nevada Outdoor School offers a variety of programs and services, including environmental education workshops and by partnering with GeerGarage, expands its reach to promote outdoor exploration and environmental stewardship within the community.
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