We’re all eager for the pandemic to end. COVID-19 has introduced change at such an alarming rate that many of us haven’t even had time to grieve what used to be. The ‘new normal’ includes rigid cleaning protocols, virtual yoga classes, one-way shopping aisles, and a loss of human connection. All have felt the impact of the coronavirus, whether it’s the loss of a job, a loved one, or even just the familiar Monday evening group ride. Amid all the uncertainty and loss is a desire to keep looking toward the future—to make an educated guess at what’s coming next, and to hold onto some semblance of normalcy as we move forward. Here’s a few prescient predictions on how we’ll be adventuring in the coming months, as well as what some of the top experts in the outdoor and adventure travel industries are saying.

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