Abstract
We envision a world of Outdoor Citizens with healthier and happier people, a blossoming of outdoor-centric and outdoor-related careers, and broader citizen engagement in local, national and international work. A world where kids benefit better education, one that includes outdoor leadership training, experiential ecology-based science, technology, engineering and math. A world where there is greater mindfulness and connection with our surroundings. And a global community comprised of generations of conservation stewards. What is the secret formula for Outdoor Citizenship? It starts with creating welcoming entry points for everyone to have access to the outdoors. It build’s over one’s life through continued participation in challenging and fulfilling outdoor activities. And it reaches a pinnacle - not just when we realize bucket list outdoor activities - but more so when we help to pay it forward. When we do our part to: help others get outdoors; fund conservation stewardship; volunteer; and participate in the democratic process to insure a pristine outdoors for generations to come.
Details
Presentation Type
Theme
2019 Special Focus - Beyond Constraints: Valuing Diversity and Culture in the Tourism Experience
KEYWORDS
Leadership, Diversity, Ecotourism, Outdoors
