We utilize the outdoor, natural environment as a classroom for academic, recreational and life skills. These are valuable lessons for all individuals. At-risk youth, however, lack the systems—home, school and community—that can provide children with the necessary experiences, role models and support. Our program fills this void by offering school-year activities and events, summer camp, job training and academic support.

Experiential learning promotes the discovery of inner strengths and new skills. Through the process of facilitation, the City Kids Program helps youth transfer lessons learned in the wilderness to real life. Youth discover connections between the outdoor challenges and their life back in the city.

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