Editor’s Note: This was originally published in 2015 and is updated annually.
Here are a few of our favorite NYC non-profits that are helping to strengthen the outdoors community here in NYC.
Adaptive Climbing Group
Founded in 2012, Adaptive Climbing creates opportunities to climb for people with disabilities both indoors and outdoors.
Hoods to Woods
Hoods to Woods connects underserved youth to the outdoors with a focus on snowboarding opportunities.
Photo by Dorothy Reilly
The Greenbelt Conservancy
It's true when they say Staten Island is the greenest borough and one of the main reasons it has such amazing trails to hike, run and recreate on is the Greenbelt Conservancy.
Sierra Club Inspiring Outdoor Connections - NYC Chapter
This 100% volunteer run organization provides outdoor adventures for under served youth in New York City and creates long term connections and appreciation of the outdoors for the next generation of urban outdoor enthusiasts.
Surfrider - NYC Chapter
As New Yorkers we're always surrounded by water and one organization in particular, Surfrider is busy trying to make sure that water stays safe. They test the water quality in the Rockaways, campaign to end plastic bags, and do myriad beach cleanups every summer. Support Surfrider.
Latino Outdoors - NYC Chapter
Latino Outdoors is a national organization (with a chapter in NYC) that connects and engages Latino communities in the outdoors and is dedicated to ensuring the outdoors are safe and inclusive for all.
The New York New Jersey Trail Conference
Those awesome maps to all your favorite trails, the most complete database for hiking in the area, and of course... the well maintained trails are all thanks to this local organization! Support more trails.
We know there are many more great organizations here in New York City. If you have a favorite, please email contact@outdoorfest.com!