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Great Basin Outdoor School
Empowering our youth to explore, achieve, & expand horizons through hands-on discovery in the outdoor classroom
What We Do
We immerse students in multi-day overnight science camps and day field studies in spectacular natural settings on the shore of Lake Tahoe and other local sites.
Students hike, snowshoe, learn local ecology, and more with hands-on, standards-based activities, and volunteer on conservation projects. With community support, Great Basin Outdoor School opens doors to lifelong outdoor learning for children in need.
Lessons build healthy habits, social and academic skills, and a connection to the community and the natural world. Teachers receive STEM training and professional development credit.
Great Basin Outdoor School operates exclusively in Nevada and has served thousands of children and adults as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit since 1998.
Children in need are included thanks to generous community support.
Upcoming events!
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Family Guided Hike
Lockwood Trailhead
May 11th
Join Our Team!
Teacher Workshop
Project WET
July 6th
Donate
Help low-income children in our area
All children need outdoor experiences regardless of their income. Share your values for children, education, and the earth. There are so many ways to help.
Parents
Youth Development
Your child will learn, achieve, and make new friends in safe, fun, well-supervised programs. See more, go walking with our local field guide & get fun at-home activities.
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