Our Mission
Our mission is to empower youth to explore the outdoors alongside mentors, sharing awe and the richness of our natural world.
Our Vision
We aim to spark a lifelong love of the outdoors through equitable access and routine immersion in nature as a way to foster agency and lead holistic, healthy lifestyles. We work alongside our youth to elevate their voices as the next generation of diverse environmental stewards.
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Access To Nature
Kids in America who don't spend recreational time outdoors list these reasons as to why:
They don't have the skills or abilities (1 out of 5 kids)
They don't have anyone to participate with (1 out of 5 kids)
Outdoor recreation equipment is too expensive (1 out of 5 kids)
Our Impact At A Glance
98%
Attendance
Program attendance rate recorded from 2021-2022
87%
Supportive mentorship
Since 2018, over 85% of our youth feel consistently supported by our outdoor mentors
92%
A sense of belonging
Since 2018, one of our main impact areas is fostering a sense of belonging in the outdoors for our youth