September 20, 2021
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Inspiring Connections Outdoors
Inspiring Connections Outdoors
Inspiring Connections Outdoors (ICO) is a Chapter Outings program of Sierra Club. ICO contributes to the creation of outdoor equity by connecting youth with limited access to the outdoors through outings that promote wellness, connection & leadership.
Our 45 volunteer-run ICO groups nationwide conduct more than 900 outings for approximately 14,000 participants each year.
About Our Program
ICO volunteers receive training to plan & lead inclusive affirming outings co-created with local youth partners. Opportunities to contribute are many. Find ways to get involved by connecting with your local ICO group.
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We facilitate more than 900 outings with approximately 14,000 youth each year, helping participants connect to and advocate for nature.
Sierra Club's Inspiring Connections Outdoors: Creating Access to Nature
Sierra Club's Inspiring Connections Outdoors (ICO) program aims to expand access to nature for more youth!
Press Releases
August 18, 2021
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, the White House announced that President Joe Biden selected Charles F. Sams III to serve as the nineteenth permanent director of the National Park Service. Sams currently serves as a council member to the Northwest Power…
August 10, 2021
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, the Sierra Club welcomed the National Park Service’s announcement of nearly $17 million in grants to support urban parks and green space projects across the country as part of the Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership…
August 3, 2021
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- On the one-year anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA) becoming law, the Sierra Club called on Congress and President Biden to build on the law’s base and take big, bold action in order to secure a livable and…
July 20, 2021
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- This morning, environmental groups including Sierra Club and members of Congress gathered at a press conference at the United States Capitol to call for the creation of a modern Civilian Climate Corps. Senators Chris Coons, Ed…