Make a difference in the life of a local teen! Right now, we are in particular need of committed volunteers for Inspired Forward. These are always on weekdays. You will support our amazing Youth Field Specialists in ensuring high-quality environmental education to mainly Title 1 schools in Sonoma County. Perfect for retired teachers or colleges students looking to gain experience in the environmental education field! Fill out the General Participation Survey today, click Youth Programs, and we’ll be in touch as soon as possible to get you started! Click here to get started!
Inspired Forward brings together positive, life-changing, and leadership-based experiences for teens and young adults with the opportunities presented by the land: adventure, learning, healing, stewardship, relaxation, and community. We partner with individual schools, school districts, and Restorative Justice clubs across Sonoma County.
Inspired Forward offers teens and young adults:
- Environmental literacy through hands-on activities aligned with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS).
- The chance to explore the beneficial relationship between humans and the land, and the development of a stewardship ethic through fun and rewarding projects.
- A recognition of their amazing power and responsibility to act on behalf of the earth.
- An invitation to attend a three-night, four-day Spring Break Trek from the ocean through public and private lands in Sonoma County.
History of Inspired Forward
In 2012, Inspired Forward rose out of a promise made by Executive Director Craig Anderson after the devastating Sandy Hook school shooting. He saw the importance of creating a sense of belonging for teens and young adults in our community. Drawing on LandPaths history of creating transformative outdoor experiences, we created Inspired Forward. We leverage the power of time in nature with peers and adult mentors to combat violence, strengthen community, and empower youth to make more positive life choices.
Want to get involved in Inspired Forward? Contact Youth Initiative Manager Rebecca Carrillo Steinrueck at [email protected]
