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Atiya Wells Awarded NRF’s 2024 Crawford Prize
“When I found out I won the Crawford Prize, I was surprised. It’s heartwarming to know the impact we have on our local community is being seen and heard across the country. We just turned five. But we really hit the
Youth Make Historic First Descent of the Klamath River
Paddle Tribal Waters is an remarkable program created by Ríos to Rivers that invites Indigenous youth to develop whitewater paddling and environmental advocacy skills while building community on and off the river. The
Summer Camps Help Kids Grow
The summer camp industry in the U.S. dates back to the mid-1800s. Thomas W. Gunn established the Gunnery Camp, a camping program exclusively for his all-male students, in 1861 in Connecticut. Only thirteen years later,
LGBTQ+ Youth Thrive in Supportive Environments
Research shows that the discrimination experienced by LGBTQ+ youth because of their identities is linked to an increased risk of suicide and lack of access to mental health care. This finding comes from a 2024 survey of
Extracurricular Programs are a Core Component of Youth Development
While school-based learning is an essential part of children’s development, out-of-school-time is equally important for kids’ growth. Out-of-school-time includes everything from summer camps to after school
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
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