About

Get Dirty. Be Good. Feel Good.

We empower people to move outside, connect with nature, and in doing so, develop grit, build vitality, improve mental wellness, and craft an adventure driven life.

We believe a vital life is forged by challenging ourselves outwardly and inwardly. We believe wellness and happiness are developed through earnest outside play, the dirty work of inner exploration, and deliberate action.

We started Downshift Adventures (formerly Dirty Good Company) to chronicle our personal journey of adventure and wellness. It continues as a resource to educate and encourage those who struggle with depression and anxiety to get dirty, consume wisely, and be good to feel good and rediscover their vitality.

We have grand visions to do more for others.

  1. Educate on the importance of movement in nature and proper nourishment for physical and mental wellness

  2. Nurture an enthusiasm for middle path mixed terrain adventures, and responsible use of the outdoors

  3. Produce newsletters, articles, essays, and guides for running and cycling adventurers

  4. Organize events for members

  5. Create an accountability community helping members adopt better habits to improve mental and physical wellness

Paul Lieto & Susan Barrows
Downshift Co—conspirators