Elevating the Next Generation of Diverse Environmental Stewards
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.
"We went skiing cross country skiing! So much much fun went out my comfort box." An hoang
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"It was the best and I want to come back" -Jorge
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"I got to feel the air and I loved it.” — Destine, Age 12
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"I am very grateful for this!" -Jade age 13
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“I loved the silent hike. It was peaceful. And I loved how I felt in the embrace of nature .” -Sarah, Age 11
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“I did a great job leading everyone through the right path.” - Caicha, age 12
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I like the adventure of trying something new. -Patrick
"We went skiing cross country skiing! So much much fun went out my comfort box." An hoang • "It was the best and I want to come back" -Jorge • "I got to feel the air and I loved it.” — Destine, Age 12 • "I am very grateful for this!" -Jade age 13 • “I loved the silent hike. It was peaceful. And I loved how I felt in the embrace of nature .” -Sarah, Age 11 • “I did a great job leading everyone through the right path.” - Caicha, age 12 • I like the adventure of trying something new. -Patrick
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)
