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Extreme Weather Affects Outdoor Access
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
Time in Nature is Even Better for Kids Than We Thought
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
Outdoor Participation Trends Report Provides Key Industry Insights
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
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