In an increasingly digital and divided world, young people are facing rising levels of disconnection from nature, from one another, and from a sense of purpose. Through a unique blend of outdoor experience and community action, our programs create opportunities for students to step outside the classroom and into their own power— cultivating the confidence and connection they need to become changemakers in their communities.
Hands-On Snow Research and Real-World Data Collection Bring Climate Literacy to Life for Students in Colorado’s Winter Landscape Written by CI Field Instructor Shawn Heyland. On a quest to find snow and learn about the impact climate change is having…
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Gaga Ball in the Snow was One of Many Unique Experiences that AXL 7th Graders Enjoyed During their CAP Overnight at Cal-Wood Written by AXL Academy CAP Instructor Harmony Esqueda. AXL Academy 7th graders were eager for the opportunity to…
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Career Bloom Event Helped Young People Explore Career Opportunities Written by Erin Angel, CI Senior Instructor, Changemakers & Alumni Coordinator. Our 2026 Partners In the Outdoors Career Day, called Career Bloom, lived up to its name, bringing opportunity, and community…
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The Base Camp Bash is our annual fundraising event on Saturday, April 11th, 2026 from 6-10pm at Upper Larimer in Denver. Join us to help raise the critical funds we need each year to connect students to the outdoors and inspire them to take action to improve their schools, the community, and the environment for future generations. With your support, we can keep our programs free for our students and families.
Your tax-deductible donation will help students step outside the classroom, into the outdoors, and into their own power, cultivating the confidence and connection they need to become changemakers in their communities.
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