NatureBridge''s Mission We connect young people to the wonder and science of the natural world, igniting self-discovery and inspiring stewardship of our planet. Through our overnight, hands-on environmental science programs, we take more than 35,000 children and teens each year into our national parks to explore the outdoors, connect with their peers, discover themselves and develop a lasting relationship with the environment. School and Group Environmental Science Programs Our overnight programs take youth out of the classroom and into national parks. Students spend their days immersed in nature, living and learning alongside their peers. Led in small groups by experienced educators, students engage in scientific principles firsthand, explore ecological concepts, collaborate with their classmates, and apply their learnings in real time, all while discovering the joy of the outdoors. Purposeful Inclusion Diversity is not just welcomed at NatureBridge, it’s essential to our success. Our educators create an equitable, welcoming and empowering learning environment. Utilizing the unique strengths, lived experiences and knowledge of all NatureBridge learners allows us to achieve our goal of creating a shared love of nature and healthier communities for us all. Program Outcomes Students connect to SCIENCE + NATURE + SELF AND OTHERS with activities designed to support personal growth, build interpersonal skills, develop science knowledge, strengthen critical thinking skills and promote active environmental stewardship. NatureBridge strives to create an impactful and lasting educational program for every student. NatureBridge Scholarships NatureBridge is committed to reaching students in all the communities we serve. Scholarships are awarded based on the free and reduced lunch rate of a school (or private-school equivalent) and/or other supplemental information to support need.