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Photo courtesy of CREATE

CREATE Cyclists Gain More Than Bike Skills

In outdoor education, the recreation activities often look like the most exciting part. Whether it’s canoeing, cycling, or hiking, it’s easy to get caught up in counting miles, comparing gear, or assessing

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Justice-Based Climate Action is Essential

Climate change is complex. This is true in terms of its drivers, its impacts, and our responses to it. The State of Global Air, a report that was published in 2024 in partnership with UNICEF, notes that air pollution is

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Photo courtesy of Laru Beya Collective

NRF Welcomes New Cohort of Outdoor Grant Recipients

NRF is excited to announce a new cohort of Outdoor Grant recipients. The grants will serve thirteen community organizations located in eleven different states plus Washington D.C. Each organization takes a unique

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Formative Experiences Influence Career Trajectories

A whole range of factors can influence the career path a person chooses. Salary ranges and job security are logistical considerations. Less tangible concerns, like emotional fulfillment and a desire to create positive

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Nature Contact and Philanthropic Practices Help Reduce Stress

Young people in the U.S. face a lot of pressure. A recent report using data from Harvard researchers shows that American teens experience pressure in six different categories: pressure to have a plan for their next

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Photo courtesy of SailMaine

Grantee Spotlight: SailMaine

Based in Portland, Maine, SailMaine promotes affordable access to the water through community sailing and education programs. NRF funding supports the City Sailors program, which offers free sailing lessons and

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