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Explore Our Past Press Releases
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ToughCutie and Women Who Explore Create Free, Binational Hiking Series
The partnership aims to invite more women onto the trails through accessible, community-driven events
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Women Who Explore Ambassador Applications Now Open
Women Who Explore is calling passionate women to apply for our Ambassador Program and help inspire and empower local communities through outdoor adventures.
ToughCutie and Women Who Explore Create Free, Binational Hiking Series
The partnership aims to invite more women onto the trails through accessible, community-driven events
Austin, Texas (Sept. 12, 2024)/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Active-lifestyle sock brand ToughCutie has partnered with one of the largest women’s travel and adventure companies, Women Who Explore (WWE), to bring free outdoor experiences to women in the United States and Canada. The collaboration is designed to encourage participation across all skill levels of outdoor adventures and bring together a community of diverse women.
“We are thrilled to partner with Women Who Explore to bring accessible hiking adventures to women across the country,” said Brittany Coleman, Founder and CEO of ToughCutie. “This collaboration aligns perfectly with our mission to empower women in the outdoors by providing them with the highest quality gear and fostering a supportive community. We believe that these events will inspire more women to embrace nature, challenge themselves, and form lasting connections. We’re excited to support Women Who Explore in our shared mission to make the outdoors more accessible and inclusive for all,” said Coleman.
ToughCutie and WWE’s joint programming is highlighted by its Socks and Summits Series. A dozen hand-selected WWE ambassadors will host three hiking events in their respective cities at no cost to participants. Each woman who joins any of the 36 outings across the country will receive an exclusive color of ToughCutie’s Merino Wool performance products only distributed to brand partners in the nonprofit and advocacy space.
Additionally, the two woman-owned companies will host a giveaway where ToughCutie will sponsor one woman to experience a WWE trip in 2025. WWE adventures range in difficulty and duration and include global experiences like trekking in Iceland, scuba diving in Honduras, private yacht adventures in Croatia, and summiting Mont Blanc in the Alps.
“Women Who Explore is thrilled to partner with another women-owned business in the outdoor industry,” says co-owner Melissa Wright. “We believe that when women are empowered in the outdoors, they carry that empowerment into their daily lives. Brittany embodies this spirit perfectly, and we’re excited to showcase her socks on our adventures.”
The partnership officially launched on September 1, 2024. The first twelve locations where the Summit and Socks events will take place are in and around:
Phoenix, Arizona
Las Cruces, New Mexico
Denver, Colorado
Boise, Idaho
Chicago, Illinois
Duluth, Minnesota
Bend, Oregon
Austin, Texas
Salt Lake City, Utah
Portland, Oregon
Seattle, Washington
Vancouver, BC, Canada
For more information on events in specific locations, please visit https://bit.ly/SocksandSummits.
Please direct ToughCutie media inquiries to New Local PR Founder and Account Director Anna Avery at anna@newlocalpr.com.
For more information on Women Who Explore, please contact Co-Owner/Marketing Director Melissa Wright at melissa@womenwhoexplore.com.
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About ToughCutie
Founded by Brittany Coleman in 2019, ToughCutie is a USA-made, Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) – certified company designing socks to support women from the ground up. It is the first and only sock brand with a majority women-owned value chain, effectively positioning itself as one of the highest-impact brands in the outdoors industry. 100% of ToughCutie sales go to supporting women-owned businesses. As a Black-owned company, ToughCutie continually strives to create equity in adventure and active lifestyle spaces through nonprofit partnerships and donations. Its first sock, Eve, launched in 2022 after a rigorous and thoughtful design process that centered feedback from women. The result is an innovative, dynamic, and durable sock that literally and figuratively supports women in their walk through life.
About Women Who Explore
Women Who Explore is dedicated to empowering women through outdoor adventure. They believe in the transformative power of nature and the importance of creating inclusive spaces where women of all backgrounds can connect, grow, and thrive. The Women Who Explore community currently has over 100 private Facebook Groups throughout North America with 200 ambassadors currently managing those groups. These groups hosted over one thousand free events in 2023 and the community has grown to over 500,000 women worldwide.
**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE**
Apr 15, 2024
**WOMEN'S OUTDOOR ADVENTURE COMPANY ANNOUNCES OPENING OF AMBASSADOR APPLICATIONS**
Worldwide – Women Who Explore, a leading organization dedicated to empowering women in outdoor passions, is excited to announce the opening of applications for its Ambassador Program. Starting April 15, passionate outdoor enthusiasts are invited to apply and join a community committed to inspiring, connecting, and supporting women in the outdoors.
The Ambassador Program aims to foster a community of diverse and enthusiastic women who share a love for the outdoors and a dedication to promoting inclusivity and empowerment within outdoor recreation. Ambassadors will represent Women Who Explore in their local communities, organizing and participating in both indoor and outdoor events, sharing their experiences and expertise, and serving as advocates for women's involvement in outdoor activities, travel, and more.
"We are excited to grow our Ambassador Program and welcome passionate individuals to join us in our mission to empower women through travel and outdoor adventure," said Lindsey Egan, CEO of Women Who Explore. "Our Ambassadors play a crucial role in spreading our message of inclusivity, empowerment, and the transformative power of the outdoors. We can't wait to see the impact they will make in their local communities."
Ambassador candidates should possess a strong commitment to the company's values of inclusivity, empowerment, and environmental stewardship, as well as a passion for outdoor activities such as hiking, climbing, camping, kayaking, and more. Applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply.
To apply for the Ambassador Program, interested individuals can visit the Women Who Explore website starting April 15, 2024. Applications will be accepted until April 30, 2024, with successful candidates being notified within two weeks of closing date.
For more information about Women Who Explore and the Ambassador Program, please visit www.womenwhoexplore.com or email info@womenwhoexplore.com.
About Women Who Explore:
Women Who Explore is dedicated to empowering women through outdoor adventure. They believe in the transformative power of nature and the importance of creating inclusive spaces where women of all backgrounds can connect, grow, and thrive. The Women Who Explore community currently has over 100 private Facebook Groups throughout North America with 169 ambassadors currently managing those groups. These groups hosted over one thousand free events in 2023 and the community has grown to over 500,000 women worldwide.
Contact:
Melissa Wright
Co-Owner/Marketing Director
Women Who Explore
melissa@womenwhoexplore.com
www.womenwhoexplore.com
IG: @womenwhoexplore
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