Outings ProgramOutings is an outdoor adventure program that encourages teamwork, builds self-confidence, and fosters personal growth. Program takes place after school and during the summer months; camping trips are an integral part of the program. Outings is committed to providing outdoor adventure programming that fosters a team mentality. Our focus is on personal growth for youth involved in the program. We give participants the opportunity to develop and demonstrate leadership and problem-solving skills, as well as social skills. This is accomplished through a variety of outdoor activities, trips, and group challenges. We give youth an arena to develop and build skills necessary for success in life through creative and empowering activities.
We believe that everyone learns best when they can actively participate in directing their own learning process. Participants set out on an adventure and engage in activities that are challenging, rewarding, fun, and safe but with a perceived risk. They are asked to stretch beyond their preconceived limitations in order to succeed individually and as a team. Our program attempts to engage the whole person in order to cultivate the qualities and skills that help individuals achieve their greatest potential. Outings provides programming that creates an atmosphere that challenges and excites the imagination, as well as builds positive relationships and empowers youth. Through a variety of activities, Outings has the following goals for program participants:
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Outings Activities
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Program Components:
Explorers helps build self-confidence and teaches social skills with small groups of youth ages 10-16. This program component operates both afterschool and in the summer. Activities include hiking, high & low ropes activities, team building, climbing, canoeing, caving, winter survival, games, trips and more.
Trailblazers is a yearlong program for 6th graders. This group focuses on the transition from elementary school to middle school. Trailblazers offers peer support coupled with outdoor adventure activities that promote cooperation, communication, leadership and social skill development. Activities include camping, orienteering, hiking, team building, low ropes activities, climbing, games, trips and more.
Pathfinders is a 5-week program designed to bring diverse groups of 4th and 5th graders together from the Ithaca City School District to enhance personal and emotional growth, build self-esteem, and enrich friendships. It is offered many times throughout the school year giving the many participants a common shared fun experience as they come together in middle school. Students participate in team and leadership activities, games, discussions, and have hands-on experiences.
Adventure Programs are our fee-based and contractual programs offered to youth ages 5-18. Activities include but are not limited to immersive nature experiences, tree and rock climbing, team and leadership development, high adventure initiatives, canoeing, and more. All of our adventure programs focus on learning program area basics, various techniques, and leadership development while creating a culture of belonging and acceptance.
Ithaca Bike Rental (IBR) is a full-service bike rental program that provides bicycles to visitors, residents, community agencies, and nonprofit organizations. IBR is committed to being an affordable, inclusive resource that gives everyone the opportunity to experience Ithaca’s beauty, parks, and trails by bike. With a variety of bike styles and sizes available, including options for youth, families, and group needs, IBR helps make outdoor exploration accessible for all. IBR also offers biking experiences and guided rides for youth groups, helping young people build confidence and connect with the natural world. As a program of Outings, IBR supports the broader mission of teaching youth to be responsible, confident, and caring individuals through safe, exciting outdoor adventures and group challenges. Whether it’s a casual ride around town or a structured group outing, IBR is here to get the community rolling—one ride at a time. Learn more.
Explorers helps build self-confidence and teaches social skills with small groups of youth ages 10-16. This program component operates both afterschool and in the summer. Activities include hiking, high & low ropes activities, team building, climbing, canoeing, caving, winter survival, games, trips and more.
Trailblazers is a yearlong program for 6th graders. This group focuses on the transition from elementary school to middle school. Trailblazers offers peer support coupled with outdoor adventure activities that promote cooperation, communication, leadership and social skill development. Activities include camping, orienteering, hiking, team building, low ropes activities, climbing, games, trips and more.
Pathfinders is a 5-week program designed to bring diverse groups of 4th and 5th graders together from the Ithaca City School District to enhance personal and emotional growth, build self-esteem, and enrich friendships. It is offered many times throughout the school year giving the many participants a common shared fun experience as they come together in middle school. Students participate in team and leadership activities, games, discussions, and have hands-on experiences.
Adventure Programs are our fee-based and contractual programs offered to youth ages 5-18. Activities include but are not limited to immersive nature experiences, tree and rock climbing, team and leadership development, high adventure initiatives, canoeing, and more. All of our adventure programs focus on learning program area basics, various techniques, and leadership development while creating a culture of belonging and acceptance.
Ithaca Bike Rental (IBR) is a full-service bike rental program that provides bicycles to visitors, residents, community agencies, and nonprofit organizations. IBR is committed to being an affordable, inclusive resource that gives everyone the opportunity to experience Ithaca’s beauty, parks, and trails by bike. With a variety of bike styles and sizes available, including options for youth, families, and group needs, IBR helps make outdoor exploration accessible for all. IBR also offers biking experiences and guided rides for youth groups, helping young people build confidence and connect with the natural world. As a program of Outings, IBR supports the broader mission of teaching youth to be responsible, confident, and caring individuals through safe, exciting outdoor adventures and group challenges. Whether it’s a casual ride around town or a structured group outing, IBR is here to get the community rolling—one ride at a time. Learn more.
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Pathfinders Annual News 2020-2021
Pathfinders Annual News 2021-2022
Pathfinders Annual News 2022-2023
Pathfinders Annual News 2023-2024
Pathfinders Annual News 2020-2021
Pathfinders Annual News 2021-2022
Pathfinders Annual News 2022-2023
Pathfinders Annual News 2023-2024
