View this webinar where TYO talks to the Executive Directors from City Kids Wilderness Project, Outdoor Outreach, and SOS Outreach to learn what it takes to deliver and grow a successful outdoor youth development program. This webinar Recording, will cover a range of topics such as fundraising, evaluation, program models, partnerships, and more. Seth Ehrlich, SOS Outreach Seth joined SOS Outreach in 2005. Prior to being...
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With winter almost upon us, now is a great time to consider diversifying your programming to include winter sports if you havenât already. Skiing and snowboarding programs are a great way to engage youth and get them excited about getting outdoors in the winter and may not be as out of reach as one might think. Do you personally lack the skills to teach Skiing...
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November brings fall colors, cold nights, and the bustle of the holiday season. For many of us the outdoors, our family, and our friends are a natural part of enjoying this time of year. Youth programs often find this time valuable for reflecting back on the busy summer and starting to think about goals for the upcoming year. There are a couple of great national...
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Your TYO profile is easy to complete and doing so will enhance your TYO experience. A complete profile serves as a networking tool, allows others to find and connect with you, and allows the TYO team to customize communications with you based on the information you provide. Letâs start with focusing on why the various fields are important! Location – By adding your location (city...
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At TYO we passionately believe that getting youth outdoors can change lives, influence academics & career choices, and has positive health benefits. Developing an After-School Outdoor Program or Adventure Club can provide many benefits to your students and may be easier than you think! Donât know where to start⌠the TYO AfterâSchool / Adventure Clubs Learning Path breaks down the process into 4 steps. Planning!...
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Chill LA invites YOU to their âfriendraiser,â Sip Shop Chill, at Bloomingdaleâs Santa Monica Place this Saturday from 1-6 PM! Enjoy complimentary beer, wine, and apps; live DJ sets from DJ Luke Da Duke; Hit + Runâs screen printing pop up with art to take home; and RAD gift bags with purchase! Red Bull, BarkTHINS, and Chloeâs Soft Serve Fruit will be present with product and Ashley...
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National Public Lands Day (NPLD) is largest, single day volunteer effort for public lands. This is a fee-free day for all federal lands and many state parks to encourage people to join in and spend a day outdoors. Whether you are volunteering or simply enjoying one of the many outdoor activities available, we encourage you to celebrate National Public Lands Day. Quick Links: Interested in...
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Do you struggle with digital marketing and audience engagement? The current online landscape is vast and can be tough to navigate without a basic understanding of the terrain and the tools to get moving in the right direction. We asked the team at Mooncut Mountain Creative to shed some light and share their tips for crafting and implementing a strategic plan that produces results. During...
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Starting on September 1st all 4th graders and their families will once again be eligible to get FREE admission to national parks and other federal lands and waters. Now in itâs second year, the Every Kid in a Park initiative, continues to support President Obamaâs commitment that every American has the opportunity to experience and enjoy our nationâs special outdoor spaces. TYO has partnered with...
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Does the thought of evaluation make you want to stick your head in the sand? Do the words âlogic modelâ send you off to sleep? As a pair of former non-formal program directors, weâve been there too and we feel you. However, weâre blazing a new trail – one that will help you reveal that powerful story your organization has to tell. Join us...
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