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Let's Get Outside

We believe in the power of outdoor recreation and the value of a strong connection with nature.

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On the Road to Healthy Lifestyles

We support programs that seek to increase physical activity with the goal of fostering and modeling healthy lifestyles.

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Experience Challenge

Self-confidence grows from learning new skills, gaining new knowledge and successfully completing new endeavors.

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Our Focus is Youth

We strongly believe that rewarding recreational experiences can improve the lives of young people in need.

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Recent News

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Photo courtesy of the Charles Roundtree Bloom Project

Extreme Weather Affects Outdoor Access

August 30, 2024

Many factors influence our ability to engage in outdoor recreation. We need access to free time, transportation, gear, and information about participating safely. For many folks, there are added barriers of navigating

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Time in Nature is Even Better for Kids Than We Thought

August 16, 2024

We know that playing outside is beneficial for kids. New research shows that there may be even more positive health effects of time in nature than was previously understood. The mental health impacts of time in nature

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Outdoor Participation Trends Report Provides Key Industry Insights

July 31, 2024

The latest Outdoor Participation Trends Report tells us that the majority of Americans are engaging in outdoor recreation. The report, which is published annually by the Outdoor Industry Association and the Outdoor

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Year At A Glance

34.5K+

youth served

$2.41M

invested in youth recreation programs

96

grants made

$19.4M

to 270+ organizations across the U.S. in the past decade