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Beyond the Pale

Beyond the Pale

Posted by | Mar 31, 2014 | , , , |

When compiling a list of notable California entrepreneurs, people like David Packard, Steve Jobs, or Elon Musk usually spring to mind. Given the national obsession with Sierra Nevada Brewingโ€™s signature pale ale, founder Ken Grossmanโ€™s name should also appear on any such list.

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Roy Tuscany suffered a spinal injury in 2006. After his recovery he founded @hi5sfoundation, a non-profit that has helped hundreds of injured athletes and veterans from across the country. โ 
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๐Ÿ“†As we near the end of 2022, here are some highlights by our contributing editor Matt Johanson โ€” pictured here. โ 
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๐ŸŽ‰ 2022 saw the pandemic recede, wildfires decrease and outdoor recreation dramatically improve as a result. โ 
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๐ŸŒˆ California opened the door to increased outdoor opportunities by committing $57 million for underprivileged people in 125 communities. โ 
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๐Ÿ‚๐Ÿผ The Outdoor Access for All initiative will fund access to nature, outdoor leadership education and career pathways. Thousands of people will experience hiking, camping, kayaking, snowboarding and more as a result. โ 
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๐Ÿ•๏ธ โ€œThese programs will turn parks into outdoor classrooms, inspiring a new generation of environmental leadership in California,โ€ said California State Parks Director Armando Quintero.โ 
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โฌ†๏ธ Click the link ๐Ÿ”— in our bio to read more positive outdoor stories from 2022, including stories on @youthbikeamerica @fullcircleeverest @ku_stevens @cleanupthelake @tahoefundโ 
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