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Getaway Partners: Going OFFLINE with MATE the Label

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At Getaway, we believe in disconnecting from our busy lives and reconnecting with what’s important to us. We’re happy to partner with Los Angeles-based sustainable fashion brand, MATE the label, to promote our passions for getting offline together.

We caught up with MATE founder Kayti O’Connell Carr to talk about the company, what it stands for, and the Offline t-shirt we’ve grown to love so much.

When and how did MATE the Label start?

I founded MATE The Label in 2013. MATE was born out of my love for vintage clothing, visual storytelling, and a need to create something for myself. I started the company by selling vintage t-shirts with no intention of creating my own line, however, it was a natural progression. MATE has been committed to offering locally-made, vintage-inspired tees, and other broken-in basics since its beginnings, but in 2018 it evolved into an environmentally friendly label.

What is the mission of MATE the Label’s distinct point of view?

MATE’s Dress Clean initiative is what truly guides the brand’s ethos and vision. We have always been domestically developed and produced; within a 5-mile range of our HQ. Transparency, ethical manufacturing, and environmental impact have always been important to me; but there is also another component that I think is missing from fashion’s ‘sustainability’ consciousness. That is, fashion’s impact on the individual in regards to health. The consumer understands the importance of organic foods, clean beauty products, but what about the clothing that you wear everyday? We have committed to using natural GOTS certified organic fabrics and have removed all synthetics from the line. We are also using low-impact dyes. Things like pesticides, endocrine disruptors, and carcinogens are rampant in the industry and I hope to offer the cleanest product possible to our customers. We like to think of our product as skincare for your closet.

Mate the Label Getaway

How do you disconnect?

I disconnect by meditating at home every morning or attending guided meditations at the DEN Meditation studio in Los Angeles.

Tell us about the Offline tees.

Going “offline” is so important, I put it on a t-shirt as a reminder. I think it can be very challenging to unplug and truly disconnect. I find myself having a difficult time, even when I am on vacation to not be tempted to answer emails and continually think about work. The tees are made in our best-selling Alex Crew shape – which is flattering on all body types. What I love the most about this tee is it can be worn over and over again and is made out of 100% GOTS certified Organic Cotton.

Where’s your favorite place to get away?

One of my favorite places to escape to is Big Sur, California. There’s something almost mythical about its rugged and mountainous terrain. I love the seaside cliffs, misty coastlines, winding turns, and redwood forests. It has extremely limited cell phone reception which makes it the perfect place to just get away from it all.

If you want to know more about MATE the Label, you can follow them @mate_the_label or visit their website.

This week we’re launching a promotion where the first 200 people to use code MATETHELABEL when booking a Getaway will receive a promo code for a free MATE the Label Offline tee and $10 off of a Getaway booking. Terms and Conditions apply.

Terms and Conditions:

Offer cannot be retroactively applied and can be used towards any future booking, as long as you book before March 1, 2019 at 11:59pm EST. You will be emailed within 48 hours of booking with your code for a free OFFLINE tee. Quantity and sizing for OFFLINE tee is limited. T-shirts will be fulfilled by MATE the Label and are dependent on inventory availability. All questions regarding order fulfillment can be directed to [email protected].

Campfire Cooking

Campfire Recipes: Dark Chocolate Sunflower Seed Butter and Oat Bites

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There’s nothing better than whipping up a delicious meal with those who matter most to you – except packing up some quick snacks to carry with you to the peak of a new hiking trail. Read on for a quick and easy recipe for some energy bites that you can make during your own Getaway and carry with you on all of your adventures.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup oats⁣⁣ 
  • 4 tbsp nut or seed butter (we used 88 acres dark chocolate sunflower seed butter)⁣⁣
  • 6-8 dried apricots (if you use dates, 4-6)⁣⁣
  • 4 tsp of liquid (we used @elmhurst1925 unsweetened hazelnut milk)⁣⁣
  • Optional: roll in coconut shavings, add nuts, drizzle with a nut/seed butter⁣⁣ – makes about 15 balls⁣⁣⁣⁣.

Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a blender. You may need to occasionally scrape down the sides to ensure everything is incorporated. Once all mixed, form the balls and refrigerate for at least 40 minutes. Drizzle with seed/nut butter of choice once ready to eat!

Ready to whip up some energy bites in nature? Book your Getaway today.

Campfire Cooking

Toasted Strawberry S’mores

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To make a fun twist on a campfire classic, incorporate some farmer’s market strawberries to add fresh flavor to your s’mores.

Here’s how to make toasted strawberry s’mores:

INGREDIENTS
– Wooden skewers
– Strawberries
– Bag of Marshmallows (heated on stove)
– Graham crackers, cut into 1-inch squares
– Brownies, cut into 1-inch squares



INSTRUCTIONS
Using wooden skewers, skewer strawberries. Melt your marshmallows in a pot on the stove (we have one in each of our cabins) and transfer the mixture to a bowl. Dip strawberries in marshmallow liquid to coat well.

Over open flame, hold strawberry skewers over fire until golden brown, turning frequently, about 10 seconds.

Assemble skewers: with skewer, carefully make hole in the center of each graham cracker piece. Alternatively skewer toasted strawberry, graham cracker square, brownie square and another graham cracker square. Repeat with remaining ingredients and skewers.

All of our cabins include a mini-kitchen equipped with the basics of all that you’ll need to get chopping (including knives and a cutting board). See what’s inside our cabins and book your own Getaway to get cooking.

 

 

 

Features

Nominate a Friend: Meet Joshua

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Over the summer, we launched a new initiative at Getaway, simply entitled Nominate a Friend, inspired by feedback from our guests.

Notes from guests like Kayla at Getaway Mount Adams, who said, “this is the most relaxing, rejuvenating, thoughtful one night escape I’ve ever been on. This is exactly what we needed and plan to do it again and again.”

We started Nominate a Friend to give people the opportunity to nominate someone they know who may not have the means or may not even be thinking to take the time themselves, and give them an overnight escape to nature to do just that – recharge in the great outdoors.

Last month, we sent Joshua on a Getaway. He was nominated by a member in his community because Joshua spends countless hours working every year on a summer camp for kids in his inner-city community in Pittsburgh. The 8-week camp has around 200 kids and 60 interns staffed, and Joshua manages all of them. Between dedicating time to his community and studies, Joshua doesn’t always have time to spend on himself or with his wife.

nominate a friend

Motivated by the changes he’s helped build in his community, alongside his passion and faith, Joshua has become a fixture in his neighborhood, from tutoring in-school, to opening his door at home to any kids who want to come by.

With his nomination, Joshua made an escape with his wife to Getaway Beaver Creek in celebration of his anniversary. They took advantage of time by the campfire and even made his wife’s very first moon pie. To put it in his words, it was simply a “beautiful time to get away from everything.”

If you’d like to Nominate a Friend, you can learn more about our program here.

Campfire Cooking

Campfire Cooking: Appetite for Apples

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Fall is the perfect season to go apple-picking on the way to your escape.

Our favorite part: you get to take your pickings back to your cabin and make some tasty treats. Cook any or all of these three recipes that bring the oh-so-good tastes of apple crumble, hot apple cider, and tasty apple pancakes to your Getaway.

Warm Apple Cobbler Packet

Every Getaway cabin has a fire pit with grilling grate, and tin foil so you can cook without having to bring any extra supplies. For this recipe, all you’ll need are your freshly picked apples, a little brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon. Bonus points if you’d like to add any nuts or nutmeg to your meal.

  • Slice apples thinly.
  • Grab a long sheet of foil (roughly from your fingers to your elbow).
  • Place the apples in the foil, with a spoonful of butter, a sprinkling of cinnamon, and a healthy serving of sugar. Lastly, sprinkle the nuts on top if you’d like them.
  • Wrap packet securely, but leave a little room for it to puff up over the campfire.
  • Light your campfire and place your packet on the grilling grate. Cook for 5-15 minutes, depending on the intensity of your flame.
  • Remove from heat, unpack, and eat.

If you’d like to add a crumble to the top, you can use the same recipe, but mix together brown sugar, a touch of flower, some rolled oats, and baking powder, and place it over your apples to give it a little crisp as it cooks. Top with whipped cream, if desired. You can also take one of those delicious, warm, soft apples and add it to your s’more for texture and flavor.

hot apple cider

Hot Apple Cider

You’ll need apple juice, a fresh apple, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and a fire-safe pot for this tasty mixture. If you’d like to add a little something extra for the 21+ crowd, throw a splash of bourbon into your cup.

  • Pour a few cups of apple juice into your pot.
  • Add in cinnamon and cloves to taste.
  • Cook over the open flame, or on your stove inside your cabin for about 10 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and enjoy.

Apple Pancakes

You’ll need a cast iron griddle or skillet, and your favorite pancake mix, plus a few apples and cinnamon. You can also make your own pancake mix with a couple of cups of all-purpose flour, a heap of sugar, salt (which we have in your cabin), a sprinkle of baking soda and baking powder, buttermilk, eggs, and butter – plus maple syrup to pour on top.

  • Prepare your fire first and make sure your cast iron is hot and prepped (either with butter or with oil).
  • Thinly slice 1-2 apples. Combine in a bowl with a touch of sugar, cinnamon, and butter.
  • Combine the rest of your ingredients and add the apple mixture last.
  • Scoop out ladle of batter and place on your hot pan. When it starts bubbling, it’s time to flip to the other side.
  • Flip to your pancake is ready. Top with maple syrup and dig in.

If you’re looking for tips on where to go apple picking, be sure to check out our guide here and be sure to book your fall escape to nature.

Local Guides | Portland

Taking the Scenic Route to Getaway Mount Adams

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Your Getaway is about finding time to disconnect and recharge. Your time of relaxation shouldn’t have to wait until you get to our Portland Outpost though- it should begin the minute you leave the city.

Change your journey to Getaway from a commute into a fun road trip. Whether you’re looking for exciting hikes, delicious food, or something to sip, we’ve found some great stops for you to enjoy along the way. 

Attractions Along the Way

Multnomah Falls

~ 1.5 hours from Outpost

If you want to get outside as soon as you leave the city, then stop by this popular 611-foot waterfall for some beautiful views and fresh air. 

Rooster Rock State Park

~ 1.5 hours from Outpost

Just 30 minutes away from Portland, this park is the perfect place to stop for a quick lunch on your drive. It offers three miles of river access, along with ample picnic areas, swimming areas, and even two disc golf courses. 

Guler Ice Caves

~ 40 minutes from Outpost

This frequently visited cave features beautiful underground ice formations and tubes that are lava flows. Remember to bring along snow gear in the winter months, as cave temperatures can drop pretty low. 

Steelhead Alpaca Ranch 

~ 30 minutes from Outpost

Stop by this lovely ranch to spend some time with our animal friends. You can visit a variety of creatures- from alpacas to duck, geese, chickens, cats, and a dog. 

Zoller’s Outdoor Odyssey

~ 25 minutes from Outpost

As the longest running whitewater enterprise in Washington or Oregon, Zoller’s is the local go-to for the adventurous type. Check out one of their several options for a whitewater adventure. 

Walks in the Mountains

Latourell Falls Loop Hike

Hike Duration: 2.4 miles

Difficulty: Easy

For a quick stop right when you’re leaving Portland, check out this quick loop with views of a single-plunge waterfall of 224 feet. Best yet, it’s a waterfall near the city without the crowds of Multnomah Falls. 

Lost Lake

Hike Duration: 3.2 miles

Difficulty: Easy

Take a little detour near the halfway point of your drive. The scenic loop around Lost Lake is a great pick for families, with nearly all level trails and plenty of stunning views of the lake and Mount Hood.

Dog Creek Falls

Hike Duration: 0.6 miles

Difficulty: Easy

Many people pass by this quick and easy walk without even noticing it. Stop by on your way to the Outpost and see a 25-foot cascading waterfall. 

Klickitat Canyon Hike

Hike Duration: 6.8 miles

Difficulty: Moderate

The viewpoint on this in-and-out hike features views along the largest undammed river in the state of Washington. Look out for butterflies on your way to this scenic viewpoint. 

On the Local Menu

Huntington’s Bar & Grill

~ 50 minutes from the Outpost

This dive bar and restaurant claims to have the best steak in the area. See for yourself and try out the rib eye or the filet mignon. 

The Logs Inn Restaurant

~ 40 minutes from the Outpost

This spot offers delicious burgers, fries, milkshakes and more. We recommend their famous fried chicken and jojo’s. 

Glenwood Station

~ 5 minutes from Outpost

This restaurant also serves as a gas station, motel, and convenience store. Stop by for a quick fix of burgers or sandwiches or pick up some ingredients for your cabin. 

Artist Fellowship | Features

Meet an Artist Fellow, Illustrator, Liana Finck

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We created our Artist Fellowship Program to help creative people find the space and inspiration they need to bring their ideas to life. Earlier this year, we hosted illustrator, Liana Finck, at Getaway Eastern Catskills outside of New York. Here’s what she had to say about her creative process, her relationship to nature, and her Getaway:

On Nature

I️ grew up kind of near Catskill, in Orange County, NY. We lived at the foot of a mountain far away from the closest neighbor, and I️ spent most of my free time outdoors looking at things and walking around with my dog. I️ still do, although it’s different in the city. 

Visiting Catskill brought back old memories. I️ remember going to a zoo called the Catskill Game Farm when I️ was a kid. And I️ feel so at home in the beautiful, soft, old mountains. I️ remember realizing when I️ was maybe eight, that the soft blue and purple zig-zags on the horizon weren’t just part of the sky. I️ hadn’t seen them since my family moved away when I️ was fourteen. 

On Creativity

I️’ve always drawn. My mom is an artist, and she encouraged me. I️ started liking New Yorker cartoons and graphic novels when I was in high school, and have wanted to make them since then, besides a painful detour in art college. I️ use a Muji .38 gel pen (the old kind they stopped making) on slightly higher-end printer paper. I️ trace a lot. It’s my way of editing, instead of using pencil and then inking later, which is what most comics artists do. The paper is slightly translucent, easy to trace. When I️ draw on thicker paper, I️ use an LED light box (cheap and portable). 

On Getting Away

I️ went there with my boyfriend on his first birthday while we were together. We didn’t have a car, so we just stayed close to the house and wandered around. We looked at horses, made s’mores, and drew. It was a great birthday. We went back a year later, this time in a car and with our new dog, Penny. She loved it – the first time we’d brought her to the woods. 

You can follow Liana’s work on her Instagram.

Ready for your own creative escape? Book your Getaway today.

Artist Fellowship | Features

Getaway Artist Fellow Profile: Anna Tullis

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Anna Tullis has been all around the US. Born in Colorado, she moved to Kansas City to work for a non-profit before relocating to Los Angeles to attend college. These days, she finds herself in New York City, recently having completed a graduate degree at The Juilliard School of Drama.

As an actor, writer, and photographer, Anna enjoys crafting anecdotes about the people, passersby, and surroundings she observes. Informed by her photography, these ideas morph into short stories, vignettes, and poems that feed her expression on the stage and screen.

Anna Tullis Cabin Exterior

After four rigorous years of graduate school, she is mindful to allot time to escape it all. To get away from the bustle of New York City, Anna enjoys traveling upstate, visiting her home in Colorado, people watching in Washington Square Park, or sitting at home in her room and rediscovering serenity.

Anna Tullis Trees

As an Artist Fellow, Anna integrated the solitude and peacefulness of our New York Outpost with its opposite: the constant, taxing presence and pressure of the crowds in New York City. One of her goals was to find inspiration and quiet in nature, to be still, listen, observe, and nurture her innermost self and refuel.

She produced a series of photos and written pieces formatted on her typewriter, capturing nature’s expressiveness through the stillness, aromas, animals, and colors of the Catskills and her tiny cabin in late fall. Enjoy one of her ethereal creations here.

Anna Tullis Poetry