Outdoor Academy in Public Schools
By working in local public school systems, Outdoor Academy is meeting our students where they are at, helping to minimize common barriers in getting youth connected to the outdoors
Classes in Public Schools
What We Teach
In our weekly Outdoor Academy classes at Taos High School and Taos Pueblo Day School, students learn how to connect with the land and explore local career opportunities in the outdoors. Using fly fishing as an entry point, we teach about public lands, how to access them, and why they matter. Lessons also cover conservation, sustainability, and the importance of stewardship in Northern New Mexico. Our goal is to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and inspiration to become the next generation of outdoor professionals and land caretakers.
School Outings
As part of our work with Trout in the Classroom, we support students in raising trout and then releasing them during field trips to local rivers. These outings also give students the chance to fish, learn about aquatic ecosystems, and experience hands-on stewardship of public lands.
