Gear Again Festival & Market
October 19, 2024
11am – 3pm
Toad&Co Portland
Maker’s Market
The Maker's Market at the Gear Again Festival showcases a curated selection of local vendors who are deeply committed to sustainability. Whether you're looking for unique cottage products or simply want to support small businesses with a focus on environmental stewardship, the Maker's Market is a highlight of the festival, celebrating the creativity and responsibility of Maine's finest makers.
Annual Gear Sale
Festival attendees will have exclusive access to Maine GearShare’s annual gear sale. Get great deals on tents, sleeping bags, backpacks, camping equipment, and much more while supporting a nonprofit community resource! All gear will be sold as-is; no early birds.
Repair Station
Maine GearShare and ToadAgain will be offering free gear repair throughout the event. Drop off gear in need of repair, then browse the market or grab lunch while our staff give your gear new life. ALL ITEMS MUST BE CLEAN.
Common repair types accepted: stuck or misaligned zippers, nylon with rips, puffy coat holes, broken backpack buckles and straps, seam failures, etc. Some stoves, tents, snowshoes and other hard goods can be repaired on a case-by-case basis. Unsure? Bring it and find out.
Meet the Vendors
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Woods + Waters Gear Exchange
Your local outdoor gear consignment shop located in Brunswick, Maine
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Bare Bones Handsewn
Our shoes are designed to feature the hand crafted artistry that makes Maine shoemaking special. We are going the extra stitch to make your shoe a little something more.
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Sambob
Sambob offers a wide range of custom color combinations and sizing, allowing customers to create their ideal mid-layer, whether it’s used on a thru-hike, a local trail, around town, or on the couch.
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Peace House Studio
At Peace House Studio, we believe that clothing should not just look good, it should do good.
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GoGo Refill
We're a group of dedicated waste-reducers, ready to help you ditch harmful plastic packaging for all of your household essentials.
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ecomaine
Maine’s leader in sustainable waste management.
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East Mountain Designs
Looking at all the climbing ropes sadly retired after catching climbers from whips and ground-falls, I decided to give them new life in mural and rope designs so they can continue to be appreciated.
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Natural Resources Council of Maine
The Natural Resources Council of Maine is a nonprofit membership organization protecting, restoring, and conserving Maine’s environment, now and for future generations.
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Sundew Sewing Co
Each Sundew Sewing Co. hat is handcrafted (by me, Sarah) from start to finish in my home studio in Yarmouth, ME, USA.
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Blueprint Surf
3D printed surfboards for our blue planet.
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ToadAgain
Our resale shopping experience is now open in Portland, Maine. The store features ToadAgain alongside Toad&Co and a sprinkle of vintage offerings. The facility is also where we process items for resale, repairs, donation and responsible recycling.
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Adaptive Outdoor Education Center
Enhancing the quality of life for all people with disabilities through adaptive recreation and education programs.
Presenting Sponsor
Supporting Sponsors
Community Sponsors
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Thank you for making our 2023 Gear Again Fest such a success!
It was incredibly empowering to see the folks who braved the weather to participate in conversations with changemakers, bring gear to be repaired, shop from vendors who care about environment, and show their support for the sustainability movement in the outdoor industry.
