Sierra Club ICO
Organization Details
| Name | Sierra Club ICO |
| URL | http://www.sfbayico.org |
| Phone number | (510) 848-0800 |
Organization Description
| Service(s) description | Sierra Club Inspiring Connections Outdoors (ICO) is a program in which ICO volunteers partner with individual OUSD teachers to provide students with experiences in nature that engender a connection with the natural world. Outings range from environmental education and day hikes to overnight camping, snow trips and backpacking. Each trip is planned by a trained ICO leader and OUSD teacher and ICO provides additional volunteers, transportation and funding for the outing. |
| Program impact | While engaging students in the wonder, beauty, and interconnectedness of the natural world students receive not only outdoor education but are also immersed in the healing power of nature. The ICO program promotes development of interpersonal skills and self-esteem by involving participants in teamwork, teaching them self-reliance outside an urban setting, and encouraging them to take an active role in protecting the environment. We create opportunities for personal development of participants from different cultures by fostering respect of self and others, and providing urban youth with outdoor skills training and leadership opportunities. |
Community programs are organized into categories known as Community School Elements. All community programs associated with Sierra Club ICO are listed below and each program may be provided at 1 or more schools. You can use the 'Show Details' buttons to learn more about each program.
Expanded Learning (1 program)
Programs that provide additional opportunities to practice the skills students are learning in the classroom and to cultivate the study habits and mindset needed to succeed in school.