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Photo courtesy of REACH

Grantee Spotlight: Refugee Education and Adventure Challenge

Refugee Education and Adventure Challenge (REACH) is an outdoor recreation organization based in Chicago that serves refugee youth and their families. REACH was founded in 2015 by Shana Wills, who had decades of

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two young people bike past the camera while holding up peace signs
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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