We were recently featured in The Highlands Current for our work empowering Newburgh youth to lead local climate resilience efforts. The article highlights how Outdoor Promise’s fellowship model mirrors the vision of a modern Civilian Climate Corps—engaging young residents in…
The Hudson Highlands Land Trust published an in-depth piece on “Tree Inequity in the Hudson Highlands,” spotlighting the sharp disparities in tree canopy between low-income communities and wealthier neighborhoods. The article references national research showing how lack of trees contributes…
We were recently featured in Times-Hudson Valley for the ongoing work of Newburgh’s Environmental Justice Fellows, who are addressing the loss of 4,000 trees in the city. The article highlights their efforts to plant new trees, engage the community, and…
Eater published a feature titled “Sun, Sand, and Spaghetti,” exploring the Dominican tradition of empaguetadas—large community beach picnics centered around big pots of spaghetti—and how this cultural practice has found a vibrant second home at Lake Welch in Harriman…
Students from Horizons-on-the-Hudson Magnet School collaborated with Yale University School of Architecture graduates to reimagine Muchattoes Lake as part of the Yale Day of Service Challenge. Outdoor Promise supported the project by providing a virtual tour of the lake, helping…
Hudson Highlands Land Trust featured Outdoor Promise as a 2021 Watershed WaveMaker for its dedication to inspiring and supporting the next generation of outdoor leaders. The article highlights the nonprofit’s programs that connect youth education, watershed stewardship, and environmental justice,…