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A well-respected source not just for outdoor gear, but also for general know-how, tips, advice, and a wealth of adventurous activities, the Arcadian Shop in Lenox, Mass., extends this helpfulness—and its casual, friendly demeanor—to the web with ar(C)ommunity. The store’s official blog is managed by its staff and offers up a mixture of personal adventure stories, newsworthy notes, sale highlights, basic outdoor info, and a healthy dose of inspiration for living a more active lifestyle.

Friday “link” days feature a range of YouTube videos on various topics each week; regular posts highlight what’s happening in-store, such as new kayak shipments, clever backpacks, and cutting-edge bike gear, plus the occasional news clip about various local sporting events. Cultural suggestions sometimes make their way into the mix, adding to the blog’s low-key attitude. Hoping to awaken one’s urge to get outside, ar(C)ommunity offers just as much expertise as its parent site, but with a side of humor and wit. [AUGUST 2010]

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ar(C)ommunity

Arcadian Shop
91 Pittsfield Rd./Route 7
Lenox, Mass.
413.637.3010