Maven Summit

What is Maven Summit?

Maven Summit hosts adventures. Our adventures include events, dinners, workouts, day trips, overnight trips, and multi-day excursion. Each gathering is built upon the Maven Pillars of Disconnection, Challenge and Community (see below). These environments put Mavens in the best position to connect with a new group of inspiring peers, and to learn and grow as individuals and as a community.

Disconnection Purpose: To get away from distractions and to embrace natural beauty. We remove ourselves from the pressures and distractions of every day life, so that we can gain new perspective and be fully present with the experience. No cell phones, no internet - just the natural environment and the inspiring people around us. Challenge Purpose: To push the limits of our physical and mental capabilities. We push ourselves beyond what we think we are capable of in order to clear our minds, to focus on what is in front of us and to learn more about ourselves. Maven Summits are not easy - but from the greatest challenges come the greatest rewards. Community Purpose: To inspire and be supported by peers. We support each other throughout the experience, and hold each Maven accountable. We are all responsible for the prosperity of the group. By truly caring for the well-being of our fellow Mavens, we become more aware of ourselves and others. Mavens form bonds that last long after the Summit ends.

A taste of the Summit

Below is from our Summit in New Zealand (November 2012) which inspired us to launch the Maven Summit as a formal entity. To see more videos from past Summits, check out this page.

Who is the Maven Summit for?

For those who are tired of the "normal" and crave the new.

Mavens... Reject complacency, and seek out challenge. Escape the busy trap to focus on what's important. Approach every situation as an opportunity to learn and grow. Strive to be happy, healthy, fulfilled and proud on a daily basis. Surround ourselves with friends who inspire us. Define our own success.

When is the next Summit?

We host weekly events and monthly trips.

When are the next Summits?

Our weekly events include parties, workouts and dinners in New York City. Our monthly trips include Weekend Day Trips, Overnight Excursions and our bread and butter - Maven Summits. These are primarily hosted in the Northeast US (we also have one in Colorado!). Submit your name at the bottom of the site to get the details and information on how to sign up for each adventure.

Weekday Party Join fellow Mavens to get a taste of the Summit. Date: Late June Location: TBD What to expect: This is an opportunity to meet a new group of like-minded people, and to get a taste of what Maven is all about. We'll be introducing the Creative Journal at the next event - a Summit staple. Our last party sold out with more than 100 people. We recommend getting your ticket early to secure your spot! Morning Workout Start your Wednesday off right by CRUSHING it with fellow Mavens. Date: Every other Wednesday Location: Central Park What to expect: Get inspired by the Mavens to get into shape for the Summits! We run about 6 miles up to the Northwoods of Central Park - NYC's most remote location - and back. We mix in body weight exercises throughout, and always begin and end our runs in Maven fashion - you'll have to come to figure out exactly what that means. Weekend Day Trip Get outside the city to enjoy the great outdoors. Date: TBD Location: Catskills, NY What to expect: Your opportunity to escape! A day adventure on Saturday starting at 8am and ending at 6pm. We'll get away from the city and take advantage of good old Mother Nature - a healthy day of exercise with a group of inspiring Mavens. We will provide transportation to and from the city, and all the gear necessary. The cost is around $100. Overnight Excursion 2-days, 1-night, for a more wholesome Maven experience. Date: TBD Location: Adirondacks, NY What to expect: This will give you a good dose of the Maven experience. We'll go on an overnight adventure one Saturday/Sunday - we'll hike, swim, sleep in tents or in the open air under the stars. We'll provide transportation to and from the city, and all the gear necessary. The cost is around $250. Ultimate Maven Summit - Maine 4 days in Maine to experience the Summit at it's fullest. Date: September 19th-23rd & 26th-30th Location: Belgrade Lakes, ME What to expect: It's the Ultimate Maven Summit. Go back to where it all began for us 5 years ago. Think of it as adult summer camp. Expect to live out all that is the Summit in its entirety with 20 other Mavens. Ultimate Maven Summit - Colorado Live all that is the Colorado backcountry. Date: January 1st - 4th, 2014 Location: Breckenridge, CO What to expect: You want to see what Colorado is all about? This is your chance! 20 Mavens will stay at a cabin 5 miles into the backcountry outside of Breckenridge, CO. We'll be "roughing" it, but the cabin will be equipt with all that we need to survive and prosper. There will be opportunities to ski, but you'll have a wholesome experience regardless of whether or not that's what you choose to do. Ultimate Maven Summit - Tuckerman's 3 days in New Hampshire to ski Tuckerman Ravine. Date: March 2014 Location: Tuckerman Ravine, NH What to expect: It's the Ultimate Maven Summit, extreme skiing addition. If you haven't been to Tuckerman's, than you won't understand - even the bravest have been caught second guessing themselves on this epic adventure. Expect to live out all that is the Summit in its entirety.

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