Natural Resources
4-H Outdoor Adventures Project
The Colorado 4‑H Outdoor Adventures Project encourages youth to explore and appreciate nature through a variety of outdoor experiences.
Members build skills in camping, hiking, backpacking, orienteering, navigation, and outdoor safety while learning about wildlife, plants, weather, and responsible environmental practices. Throughout the project, they strengthen teamwork, leadership, and problem‑solving in real outdoor settings. Older participants can advance their abilities by studying survival skills, water‑based activities, or trail stewardship.
These experiences help prepare youth for careers in outdoor education, conservation, and recreation, while fostering a lifelong connection to nature and active living.
Learn more about the 4-H Outdoor Adventures project on Colorado 4-H.
Official Project Materials
Materials & Curriculum
SLV Area Clubs
The San Luis Valley Area has several 4-H clubs that coordinate events and help mentor youth members through a variety of 4-H projects. Most clubs meet once a month.
San Luis Valley Outdoor Adventures Project Details
This project educates on the basic knowledge of Outdoor Adventures.
You must complete an Outdoor Adventure board according to state fair requirements along with a completed record book.
Requirements:
- Attend 2 projects meetings.
- Record book in a 3-ring folder will need to accompany your project.
- See Project Manuals above in Materials & Curriculum for details.
Cost:
- Manuals can be purchased through SLV Extension Shop 4-H for $5.75
- Boards are $8-10 from Walmart/Amazon