Outdoor Access Partners
Working together to ensure everyone has an opportunity to spend quality time in nature. APPLICATION GUIDELINES
ADAPTIVE OUTDOOR EDUCATION CENTER
This nonprofit organization provides outdoor recreation, adaptive equipment, and education opportunities to enhance the quality of life for all people with disabilities.
AGASSIZ VILLAGE
Agassiz Village offers children the opportunity, in a summer camp environment, to develop and practice leadership and life skills that will impact their future in education, family, career, and in their communities.
AMERICAN CANOE ASSOCIATION
This association connects diverse communities by fostering a shared commitment to safety and stewardship, and by providing opportunities for challenge, achievement, and fun through paddlesports.
AMERICAN HIKING SOCIETY
American Hiking works with Congress, federal agencies, and partners on policy issues and legislation to ensure funding for trails, preservation of public lands, and protection of the hiking experience.
APPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN CLUB
Their mission is to foster the protection, enjoyment, and understanding of the outdoors.
APPALACHIAN TRAIL CONSERVENCY
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy’s mission is to protect, manage, and advocate for the Appalachian National Scenic Trail.
BICYCLE COALITION OF MAINE
This coalition works to ensure roads, public ways, and trails are safe and accessible – resulting in cleaner travel options, improved health, and stronger economic benefits for local communities.
BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS
By transforming young lives through the power of outdoor discovery and recreation, the Boys & Girls Clubs of America enable young people, especially those who need it most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.
BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA
Since 1910, this organization has been helping young people develop character, citizenship, and self-reliance through outdoor activities, educational programs, and community service.
Camp Susan Curtis
Their mission is to provide a transformative camp experience that nurtures self-confidence and a sense of belonging in Maine children facing economic hardship.
DUCKS UNLIMITED
As the world's largest and most effective private waterfowl and wetlands conservation organization, they conserve, restore, and manage wetlands and associated habitats for North America's waterfowl.
FREEPORT CONSERVATION TRUST
FCT works to protect the scenic farmland, vital shorefront, and vast woodlands in Freeport, Maine – while also providing public access to natural spaces by building and maintaining trails.
FRIENDS OF ACADIA
A nonprofit membership organization dedicated to preserving, protecting, and promoting stewardship of Acadia’s outstanding natural beauty, ecological vitality, and distinctive cultural resources.
FRIENDS OF CASCO BAY
Through science, advocacy, and community engagement, this group works to improve and protect the environmental health of Casco Bay, reduce pollution, and increase climate resiliency.
FRIENDS OF KATAHDIN
The mission of Friends of Katahdin Woods and Waters is to preserve, protect, and enhance Katahdin Woods & Waters National Monument and inspire a community dedicated to the Monument’s future.
GIRL SCOUTS OF MAINE
Provides girls with opportunities to learn, connect with their community, and make a difference – whether that’s protecting green spaces, building robots to help disabled people, or traveling the world to make it a better place.
LEAVE NO TRACE
Using the power of science, education and stewardship, Leave No Trace is on a mission to ensure a sustainable future for the outdoors and the planet.
LITTLE BELLAS
A mountain bike organization, whose goal is to help young women reach their fullest potential by creating a community that empowers women through cycling, accents the importance of a healthy lifestyle, and emphasizes a positive female bond.
MAINE ADAPTIVE SPORTS AND RECREATION
A non-profit organization established in 1982 to promote year-round education and training for individuals with disabilities to develop skills, enhance independence, and provide enjoyment through active recreation.
MAINE APPALACHIAN TRAIL CLUB
Since 1935, this club has enabled volunteers and trail enthusiasts to maintain and manage 267 miles of the Appalachian Trail in Maine.
MAINE AUDUBON
The oldest and largest Maine-based conservation organization, Maine Audubon works to conserve Maine wildlife and wildlife habitat by engaging people in education, conservation, and action.
MAINE COAST HERITAGE TRUST
Their mission is to mitigate the impacts of climate change on the coast, protecting vulnerable plants and animals, expanding access to the coast, and serving Maine’s coastal communities and network of over 80 land trusts.
MAINE HUTS AND TRAILS
Maine Huts & Trails seeks to increase access to the outdoors, inspire more people to explore the natural beauty of Maine, and enhance their role in the local and regional outdoor recreation landscape.
MAINE ISLAND TRAIL ASSOCIATION
Founded in 1988 to administer the newly established Maine Island Trail, this membership organization is dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the wild islands of coastal Maine.
MAINE PROFESSIONAL GUIDE ASSOCIATION
They work closely with government departments and committees to protect the profession, incomes and outdoor heritage of Maine guides, and maintain the natural resources they depend upon.
Maine Summer Camps
Their mission is to support and promote meaningful developmental, educational, environmental, and recreational experiences for children, while enhancing the public’s understanding of the value of Maine camps.
MENTAL HEALTH AMERICA
The nation's leading nonprofit dedicated to the promotion of mental health, well-being, and illness prevention through public education, direct services, tools, and research.
NATIONAL PARK FOUNDATION
As the official nonprofit partner of the National Park Service, the National Park Foundation generates private support and builds strategic partnerships to protect and enhance America’s national parks for present and future generations.
NATIONAL WILD TURKEY FOUNDATION
NWTF’s mission has always been about three things: conserving the bird they love; taking care of people who love them; and conserving the habitat both need to thrive.
NATIONAL WILDLIFE FEDERATION
America's largest conservation organization works across the country to unite Americans to ensure wildlife thrives. Since 1936, they’ve been fighting for the conservation values woven into the fabric of our nation's collective heritage.
NATURAL RESOURCES COUNCIL OF MAINE
A nonprofit organization that works to protect the health of Maine’s rivers, lakes, streams, and coastal waters; promote sustainable communities, and decrease air and climate-changing pollution through energy efficiency and renewable sources.
NEW ENGLAND NORDIC SKI ASSOCIATION
Their goal is to share the joy of gliding on snow through educational, recreational, introductory and competitive programs that nurture and sustain active cross country ski communities for all ages and levels.
NORTHERN FOREST CANOE TRAIL
This organization promotes and stewards water trail and support communities, waterways and paddling across the Northern Forest – from New York to Maine.
NORTHERN FOREST CENTER
This nonprofit org creates rural vibrancy by connecting people and economy to the forested landscape.
OUTDOOR AFRO
This national not-for-profit organization inspires Black connections and leadership in nature, and reconnects Black people to their lands, water, and wildlife through outdoor education, recreation, and conservation.
OUTDOOR FOUNDATION
The Outdoor Foundation is dedicated to getting people outside for their health, the health of communities and the health of the outdoor industry.
Pine Tree Society
For more than 80 years, Pine Tree Society has been a recognized leader in providing opportunities for growth and development for Maine people with differing abilities, and the means to create better lives for themselves and their families.
PORTLAND TRAILS
Portland Trails is a nonprofit urban land trust that transforms Greater Portland into a healthier and better-connected community through a 70+ mile trail network.
RGS & AWS
RGS & AWS unites conservationists to improve wildlife habitat and forest health for ruffed grouse, American woodcock and all forest wildlife – along with promoting forest stewardship for our forests, our wildlife and our future.
Rippleffect
Promotes youth development and leadership through adventure, healthy communities and living sustainably. Students build confidence, develop critical leadership skills, and grow their appreciation for the outdoors.
SAM
This state-wide organization has a proven record of leadership at the state and federal level for interacting with the legislature, state agencies, local communities, sportsman groups and others to enhance and preserve Maine’s outdoor heritage.
STUDENT CONSERVATION ASSOCIATION
The Student Conservation Association is the largest provider of hands-on environmental conservation programs for youth and young adults.
TEENS TO TRAILS
Teens to Trails goal is to support teens, so they can enjoy healthy lives outside. Through trips and programs Maine teens can connect with their peers, discover new things about themselves and the natural world, and grow together.
THE CLIMATE INITIATIVE
Through community-based education and empowerment initiatives, TCI provides young climate champions education and engagement tools to steward our planet and catalyze the transition to climate-resilient communities.
THE NATURE CONSERVANCY
A global nonprofit working to create a world where people and nature can thrive by developing breakthrough ideas, amplifying local leaders and influencing policy to make the highest possible impact on the climate and biodiversity crises.
The Venture Out Project
This organization leads outdoor trips for the queer and transgender community, conducts educational workshops, and more, to make the outdoors a more inclusive and welcoming space for all LGBTQ+ people.
THEODORE ROOSEVELT CONSERVATION PARTNERSHIP
The goal of this non-profit organization is to advance America’s legacy of conservation, preserve access for hunters and anglers, and safeguard critical habitats, hunting grounds, and fishing spots for future generations.
TRAVIS MILLS FOUNDATION
The Travis Mills Foundation provides an environment for post-9/11 recalibrated veterans and their families to enjoy peace and tranquility amidst some of the most incredible scenery that Maine has to offer.
TROUT UNLIMITED
With a focus on fishing, conservation, and community, Trout Unlimited brings together diverse interests to care for and recover rivers and streams, so our children can experience the joy of wild and native trout and salmon.
Trust for Public Land
Driven by the belief that everyone should have access to the outdoors, TPL has created parks and protected millions of acres of public land since 1972, ensuring healthy, livable communities.
WinterKids
An industry leader dedicated to helping children develop healthy lifelong habits through education and fun outdoor winter activities.
YMCA
Committed to strengthening individuals and communities across the country by connecting them with opportunities to improve health, support young people, make new friends and contribute to a stronger, more cohesive community for all.