Gone are the days when STEM learning was confined to fluorescent-lit classrooms and textbooks. Today, students are swapping lab coats for hiking boots, testing water samples in local creeks, using GPS devices to navigate trails and analyzing wildlife tracks in real time. Outdoor Adventures (OA) nationally recognized curriculum is bringing science, technology, engineering and math…
Protecting wild places, restoring habitats, and supporting healthy wildlife populations requires science, stewardship, and the education of future conservation leaders. This year, that mission takes an important step forward for the Outdoors Tomorrow Foundation (OTF). OTF’s acquisition by Sporting Conservation International (SCI) (the parent corporation of Safari Club International) marks a major milestone for conservation…
When the wind picks up and the sky darkens, most of us rush for cover. But for students in Outdoor Adventures’ (OA) Survival Skills Unit, those moments aren’t something to fear — they’re opportunities to think, adapt, and grow. Across the country, more young people are heading outdoors than ever before, but most still experience…
The outdoor recreation industry is no longer just about fun weekends on the lake or a hike with friends—it’s an economic powerhouse. In 2023, the Bureau of Economic Analysis reported that the outdoor recreation economy generated $1.2 trillion in gross output, outpacing industries like farming, mining, and utilities. Even more impressive, it grew three times…
Many of us are starting to see our yard turning green, flowering trees, and temperatures that we wish would stay all year. The telltale signs of spring for many outdoor enthusiasts means one thing—boating season is upon us. For those avid boaters, fishermen, and water going lovers there is not much better than a day…
Have you ever thought about legacy? This is the long-lasting impact of particular events or actions that take place in a person’s life. Legacy is woven into the fabric of our lives in countless ways. It shapes communities, cultures, and individual identities. We see legacy within family traditions, in mentorship, in community leadership, and in…
Understanding how to use a compass is an invaluable skill for any outdoors enthusiast, but compass skills aren’t just good for adventurous adults. Teaching compass skills to kids is a great way to cultivate their abstract reasoning and ability to visualize when problem solving. One excellent strategy for helping your kids learn compass skills is…
The Adventure Junkies is a media outlet dedicated to helping people learn about outdoor activities and connect with a global network of like-minded people. Whether you are a seasoned veteran of the outdoors or have no prior knowledge or experience about a certain topic, The Adventure Junkies is a great place to find resources. They…
Integrating outdoor curriculum into schools creates an exciting and enriching approach to education. It combines academic learning with real-world experiences. The benefits of outdoor curriculum for students are endless. By stepping out of traditional classroom settings, students engage more, improve their physical well-being, nurture social connections, and develop a lifelong appreciation for nature. Here’s a…
By LeAnn Schmitt and Scot McClure, OTF Staff Outdoor Adventures, the nation’s premier in-school outdoor education program developed and implemented by the Outdoors Tomorrow Foundation, gets kids outside! In the last issue of American Outdoor News, we featured the survival skills unit of Outdoor Adventures (OA). This time we focus on fishing, another of the…