Fueling Youth Adventures with Wonderland Gear Exchange
At Y.E.T.I., we know that quality gear is often the first hurdle for a young person wanting to explore the outdoors. When equipment is expensive, adventure becomes exclusive. That’s why we’re proud to partner with our friends at Wonderland Gear Exchange, who are helping us tear down that barrier one used jacket and backpack at a time.
Wonderland Gear Exchange is more than just a consignment shop; it’s a passion project built on a deep commitment to the outdoor community. Co-founders Nate and Ben built their store on three principles that align perfectly with Y.E.T.I.’s mission:
- Keep Gear in the Wild, and Out of the Landfill: They believe in keeping high-quality gear in circulation, reducing waste, and extending the life of products built for adventure.
- Make Adventures Cheaper & Easier: By offering quality used gear and expert advice, they reduce the financial barrier for first-timers and newcomers, just like the hundreds of youth Y.E.T.I. serves each year.
- Broaden the Outdoor Community: Wonderland wants to be a place where everyone feels welcome to find what they need, learn new skills, and connect with their happy places in the wild.
Your Closet, Their Climb
This is where you, your unused gear, and Y.E.T.I. all come together.
Wonderland Gear Exchange makes it simple to donate your used outdoor items and directly support our efforts to run free outdoor programs in South King County. Y.E.T.I. provides everything: food, transportation, instruction, and equipment, to ensure youth can access their public lands.
When you bring in your gently used equipment for consignment, you can choose to have the profits go directly to Y.E.T.I.
By directing your consignment earnings to Y.E.T.I., you achieve a triple win:
- You Declutter: Finally clear out that old tent, ski jacket, or backpack.
- You Reduce Waste: You keep quality gear out of the landfill.
- You Fund Adventure: You help us provide a crucial piece of equipment to a student going on their first climb, hike, or paddle.
Ready to Donate Your Gear?
Do you have used items for backpacking, skiing, biking, paddling, or climbing sitting around? It’s an easy, sustainable way to give your gear a second life while fueling a young person’s next great outdoor memory.
Bring your items to Wonderland Gear Exchange and select Y.E.T.I. to receive the profits!
