Every Child Deserves the Opportunity to Grow & learn Outdoors
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The Problem
Many families face barriers to outdoor participation:
Transportation costs
Equipment costs
Lack of nearby programming
Cultural and language barriers
Limited access to parks and public lands
Lack of representation in outdoor spaces
These barriers prevent millions of young people from experiencing the benefits of nature.
The Solution
We're advocating for a federal investment that would:
Expand existing Outdoor Opportunity Funds
Support community-led youth organizations
Increase access to outdoor learning and recreation
Remove barriers for underserved communities
Create long-term, sustainable funding
Grow local outdoor economies
Encourage career pathways
Reach youth in every state
Why the outdoors matter
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Why the outdoors matter *
Time outdoors reduces stress, anxiety, and isolation while building confidence and resilience.
Mental Health
Outdoor recreation encourages lifelong healthy habits and active lifestyles.
Physical Health
Nature sparks exploration, critical thinking, STEM learning, and environmental stewardship.
Education & Curiosity
Outdoor experiences help youth build community, leadership skills, and pathways to future careers.
Belonging & Opportunity
We want to hear about you!
Join the already 100+ organizations who have signed up to become a partner, visit Get Involved .
Still have questions? Reach out to outdoor.opportunity.coalition@gmail.com
Featured Partner:
Nuestra Tierra Conservation Project
Creating pathways to the outdoors for underrepresented communities, while amplifying our voices in public land, water & wildlife decision-making.
Support their work at Nuestra-Tierra.org