Our Mission
Our mission is to empower
active, resilient outdoor communities.
THE OUTDOOR SPORT INSTITUTE IS A 501C3 NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION FOCUSED ON:
Helping communities develop and sustain an active, outdoor culture through effective partnerships and collaborative efforts
Creating and enhancing access to trails, gear, and meaningful outdoor experiences in and near the places we call home
Developing capable, community-based outdoor sport workforce and leadership
WE BELIEVE…
Everyone deserves community. The communities we belong to play a major role in shaping our lives and our relationship to the world around us. Being part of healthy, thriving communities nurtures us so we can better care for the world around us.
In an era of uncertainty and global changes, though, we need more ways to build these communities. We believe the outdoors and outdoor sport has a unique ability to do this. Investing in human-powered outdoor recreation – like skiing, paddling, and biking – helps communities thrive by -
Supporting individuals; improving physical and mental health
Nurturing community bonds; creating connections across generations
Connecting people to place; developing stewards of the natural world
Supporting local economies; fostering new skills, innovation, and investment
