We All Thrive Outside
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.
2023 OUTDOOR PARTICIPATION TRENDS REPORT
New research from the Outdoor Foundation reveals record participation rates and increased diversity.
2022 Outdoor Foundation Annual Report
2022 was a landmark year of growth. The Thrive Outside Community Initiative helped to connect 40,842 youth and their families to the joy, wonder, and myriad benefits of the outdoors.
2023 Special Report on Fishing
Whether fishing on lakes, rivers, streams, or seas, 54.5 million Americans ages 6 and over of were united in 2022 by the love of fishing.
THRIVE OUTSIDE INITIATIVE
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Q&A: Kristen Ragain, manager of philanthropy and community partnerships for REI Co-op REI Co-op has donated $1 million to the Thrive Outside
David Buteyn Teacher, John Rex Middle School, Oklahoma City Where the Oklahoma River runs through downtown Oklahoma City, there’s an incredible opportunity
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Board of directors

Jen Mull Neuhaus
Chairperson
Former CEO, Backwoods

Jennifer Boldry
Director
Applied Innovation Leader, NAXION

Danica Carey
Director
Director of Marketing Operations, Seirus Innovative Accessories

Amy Dominguez-Arms
Vice Chair
Philanthropic and
Nonprofit Consultant

Lesford Duncan
Director
CEO, Greening Youth Foundation

Hilary Hartley
Director
President, Thule Group

Bill Neff
Director
Vice President of Marketing – EMEA, YETI

Joe Pellegrini
Director
Managing Director,
R.W. Baird & Co

Ray Rivera
Secretary & Treasurer
Partner and Co-founder,
KRS Strategy Group
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