The Boojum Institute for Experiential Education: Outdoor Education and Challenge Course Programs Throughout California and the Southwest

Dear Friends,

Welcome to the Boojum Institute for Experiential Education. I am often asked, “What makes a Boojum program so special? "

I fundamentally believe that Boojum programs are special because they change lives, institutions and communities. We do this by reaching students in meaningful ways, fostering positive peer relationships, self-confidence and environmental stewardship by connecting individuals with nature and each other through a shared hands-on experience in the out-of-doors.

Last year was no exception, Boojum engaged more than 4000 youth in outdoor experiences by expanding the delivery of our programs by 65%. Guided by our mission and grounded in our values, we demonstrated once again that Boojum programs provide relevant, life shaping experiences even in this difficult economic time.

Whether you’re an educational partner or a potential supporter, I encourage you to explore our website or call me to discuss how we can work together to improve young peoples’ lives.

Warm regards,

Kurt A. Merrill, Executive Director

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Boojum Marks Third Consecutive Year of Growth

As we arrive at the end of 2011, Boojum is very excited to announce that we experienced another year of positive growth, more than 60% over the last three consecutive years!

Boojum Institute is now partnering with PlanetExplore by The North Face!

September 22, 2011

Boojum Institute has recently been hand selected to partner with PlanetExplore by The North Face. This exciting new affiliation further advances Boojum's and PlanetExplore's common goals to address the critical need to connect youth with our natural world.

Boojum Partnered with the Nation's Leading Pro-bono Service Foundation

August 18, Los Angeles, CA

The Taproot Foundation, the nation's leading pro-bono service organization, has made a commitment to partner with Boojum and award a second $50,000 pro bono service grant to the organization. The Taproot Foundation is dedicated to leading the pro bono service movement in the United States and is currently focused on strengthening the nonprofit sector in major metropolitan areas of Washington DC, Chicago, New York, Seattle, San Francisco and Los Angeles.

Warren Christopher Scholars Explore the Coast with Boojum

July 30, Santa Barbara, CA
Fourteen of the Los Angeles Unified School District's (LAUSD) Warren Christopher Scholarship recipients joined Boojum for a sea kayaking program along the Santa Barbara coast.