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Getting Outside When Outside Is Getting Hotter

Summer is peak season for outdoor recreation. Families head outside to enjoy picnics, walks, and bike rides. Many outdoor recreation and education organizations have busy summer programming schedules while kids are out

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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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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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