Gaining Support
Whether your club is new or well-established, high school outdoor clubs require support and buy-in from the school administration (principal, vice principal, superintendent, etc.), as well as the school board, parents, teachers, students each year.
These audiences have different interests and concerns. Teens to Trails has developed materials to help you communicate why an outdoor club is worthwhile.
To start, read Teens to Trails mission, beliefs and values.
Understand the Status of Your School’s Outdoor Club:
An outdoor club is an extracurricular activity that exists concurrently with other after school activities.
Create a message appropriate for your school to begin and/or continue to receive support using the resources below.
First and foremost, be prepared to explain to school administrators how an outdoor club benefits students.
Presentation with Talking Points for Recruiting Students
“Outdoor Benefits Bibliography” Scientific research documenting benefits.