About Us

Since 1999, Outdoor Outreach has provided opportunities for more than 20,000 San Diego youth to explore their world, cultivate belonging, and discover what they’re capable of.

OUR MISSION: To connect youth to the transformative power of the outdoors.

OUR VISION: An outdoors for all that inspires and sustains healthy, vibrant communities.

Outdoor Outreach Values

Positivity

We believe in creating a positive environment in which we can discover and expand our potential.

Choice

We firmly believe in self empowerment and ensure that participation in any activity is always by choice.

Respect

Through our words and actions, we respect ourselves, others, and the environment. We set the highest standards for quality and risk management.

Authenticity

We believe in celebrating the backgrounds, perspectives, and beliefs that make us unique, and embracing the meaningful participation of all.

Possibility

We believe that when we explore our world and challenge ourselves, we connect to a new sense of what we can do and be.

Equity

We are committed to creating culturally relevant and welcoming spaces for all and removing systemic barriers to participation.

Passion

We believe in sharing the stoke!

Youth Stories

Abby

Ivonne

Pedro

Zenab

Refrain

Michell