Our Partners
Black to the land is a coalition of Black Brown and Indigenous nature enthusiasts, intent on helping BIPOC people to actively engage in meaningful outdoor experiences.
The International Wildlife Refuge Alliance works with partnerships to protect, conserve, and manage the Detroit International Wildlife Refuge’s habitats and wildlife; to create exceptional conservation, recreational, and educational experiences; and to develop the next generation of conservation stewards.
B.O.A.T. is a not-for-profit wilderness program on wheels run from a custom bus that brings a full service outdoor program to the front doors of their partners.
SOS Outreach is a national nonprofit that combines outdoor exploration, positive adult mentorship, leadership skills and community service to help youth discover joy, feel included, overcome challenges, improve their mental health, and become strong leaders.
The Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge represents a new model for conservation, one that restores fish and wildlife habitats in an urban area through innovative public-private partnerships, while serving as a model for bringing conservation to cities across the nation.
The Outdoor Foundation is dedicated to getting people outside for their health, the health of communities and the health of the outdoor industry. Through community investment and groundbreaking research, we work with partners across the country to address equity barriers and help make the outdoors accessible for all.
Down Wind Sports is an outdoor specialty retailer of outdoor gear in Michigan's Upper Peninsula with stores located in Munising, Marquette and Houghton. Specializing in biking, camping, hiking, kayaking, stand up paddling, and climbing.
DYNO Detroit, provides the community with 18,400 sf of indoor rock climbing. Whether it’s your first time climbing or you’re pushing your limits, our walls are expertly designed to encourage and challenge all levels of climbers.
We engage, elevate, and empower our students to succeed and transform the future.