October 14, 2025
Film chronicles Detroit high school students traveling to Yosemite National Park for first time
Inspiring Connections Outdoors
Inspiring Connections Outdoors
Inspiring Connections Outdoors (ICO) is a Chapter Outings program of Sierra Club. ICO contributes to the creation of outdoor equity by connecting youth with limited access to the outdoors through outings that promote wellness, connection & leadership.
Our 45 volunteer-run ICO groups nationwide conduct more than 900 outings for approximately 14,000 participants each year.
About Our Program
ICO volunteers receive training to plan & lead inclusive affirming outings co-created with local youth partners. Opportunities to contribute are many. Find ways to get involved by connecting with your local ICO group.
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We facilitate more than 900 outings with approximately 14,000 youth each year, helping participants connect to and advocate for nature.
Sierra Club's Inspiring Connections Outdoors: Creating Access to Nature
Sierra Club's Inspiring Connections Outdoors (ICO) program aims to expand access to nature for more youth!
Press Releases
September 12, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, the National Park Service launched a process seeking public input on how to improve the country’s national parks.
September 4, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the Trump administration announced new policies that could undercut one of the country’s most significant conservation programs.
December 7, 2023
The theme for Friday, December 8, at COP28 is “Youth, children, education and skills,” which is also the day the youth climate dialogue will be held. Much of Sierra Club’s work, particularly in the Outdoors for All campaign, is targeted at…
May 16, 2022
This week, the Outdoors Alliance for Kids is launching a week of advocacy with the goal of closing the nature equity gap and empowering youth and families across the country to make critical direct connections with nature. The week is highlighted by…