Outdoors Tomorrow Foundation Added 804 Schools
The foundation expanded its outdoor curriculum to include 60,000 new students across the U.S. and Canada in 2026.
Updated on Oct. 5, 2026 in Hunting
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In 2026, the Outdoors Tomorrow Foundation integrated 804 additional schools into its K-12 program. This expansion brought 60,000 new students into the curriculum, which focuses on wildlife conservation.
Why it matters
The program aims to bridge the gap between classroom instruction and the natural world. It specifically teaches students the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation to foster an understanding of outdoor resources.
The program expanded to include 60 new school districts in 2026, supported by a $600,000 grant. Total enrollment reached 270,000 students, with projections expecting the number of participating schools to exceed 2,800 by year-end.
The players
Outdoors Tomorrow Foundation
The foundation is a non-profit organization based in San Antonio that provides outdoor education curricula for students.
The details
The curriculum provides K-12 education centered on the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation. The organization operates across all 50 U.S. states and throughout Canada to increase student exposure to outdoor activities.
Timeline
January 1, 2026, marked the start date for 2026 school and district additions.
October 5, 2026, was the date of the program expansion announcement.
December 31, 2026, is the target date for total school expansion goals.
Roadmap
The Outdoors Tomorrow Foundation serves as a key player in the growing movement to formalize outdoor skills training in schools. By aligning its curriculum with the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation, it sets a standard for how conservation education is delivered at scale.
Students in participating districts receive hands-on instruction that integrates wildlife conservation into their daily academic routine. Families can check if their local school district is among the 2,800 projected participants by year-end.
The takeaway
Expanding outdoor education ensures that younger generations maintain a connection to wildlife and nature. Schools and communities benefit from structured curricula that provide practical insights into conservation science.
Further reading
For more information on the intersection of outdoor skills and conservation, see Hunting.
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