Sierra Club Inspiring Connections Outdoors is a community outreach program providing opportunities for young people in urban areas to explore, enjoy, and protect the natural world. The goal of the Atlanta ICO program is to help these young people discover the beauty of wild places, to foster an appreciation for nature, and to help them acquire the necessary skills to enjoy these places safely. Through active involvement with nature, the program increases participants' environmental awareness, interpersonal skills, and self esteem.